Congregational intern program offers real-life experience
They say experience is the best teacher, something that St. Peter, Fort Collins, Colo., has been putting into practice for the past 20 years. Since 2004, the congregation has been…
Working together to praise the Creator
I teach music. I love music and feel like everyone in the world should love music as much as I do. Little did I know that it is impossible to…
Statistical analysis digs into current called worker shortage
Each year, WELS collects data from all congregations and schools. WELS Congregational Services compiles this data into a comprehensive statistical report and publishes a statistical summary and analysis. The 2023…
Pioneering fellowship and friendships
Families and children today have an overwhelming number of options for extracurriculars and activities. Yet in WELS churches around North America, nearly 900 girls at WELS congregations take the time…
Illustrating God’s powerful Word through art at Taste of Missions
“To put my art out there was a huge blessing,” says Vienne Lang, a junior at Luther Preparatory School, Watertown, Wis., about her experience entering and winning the Taste of…
Getting to know the new district presidents
During this summer’s district conventions, two districts elected new presidents. In the Pacific Northwest District, President John Steinbrenner had accepted a call to serve as pastor at Martin Luther, Oshkosh,…
Tragedy strikes world missionary and his family
During the early hours of Sunday, June 30, a fire broke out and killed Steve Witte and five of his family members. Witte, the team leader for WELS’ Asia One…
District convention news 2024
Each of WELS’ 12 districts met in convention this June, discussing local ministry topics and weighing in on synodical matters as well. “District conventions are a good opportunity for grassroots…
Showing Mormons that Jesus is enough
The COVID-19 pandemic ushered in a time of fear, uncertainty, and global shutdowns. But it also opened an unexpected window of opportunity for Truth in Love Ministry, a WELS-affiliated organization…