Dark days in life
People of my generation will tell you they can pinpoint where they were on Nov. 22, 1963, when they heard the shocking news that President John F. Kennedy had been…
Let your light shine: Book drive memorial
In fall 2023, the Lord called to her eternal home the soul of 19-year-old Susannah Zahn after a lengthy illness that is known to have afflicted only 200 people around…
Free in Christ: Personal witnessing
Two WELS members share how they “let [their] light shine” (Matthew 5:16) in the world. Lori and Brent Ryan, members at Holy Trinity, New Hope, Minn., use in-home hospitality to…
You may need to break to shine
The dark days of life often mean our light of faith can be seen more clearly. This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine! This little light of…
Let your light shine: Toy drive
Imagine for a moment the joy of a child opening a brand-new toy that’s only his or hers to play with. Now take that joy and multiply it by over…
Let your light shine: God’s Word continues to be spread
God’s Word continues to be spread in our congregations and communities, even during the pandemic. David Russow, pastor at Hope, Andover, Minn., shares how God’s work continues in the local…