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Lutheranism in the United States

  • Post author:Paul Prange
  • Post published:2026/03/31
  • Post category:FIC Features/Forward in Christ/00spotlight-topslider

A look at changes in US Lutheranism over the last 40 years. Forty years ago, in 1986, WELS was the fourth largest Lutheran church body in the United States, behind…

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Read more about the article WELS podcasts: The Lutheran History Podcast

WELS podcasts: The Lutheran History Podcast

  • Post author:FIC
  • Post published:2023/03/30
  • Post category:Podcast/Forward in Christ/FIC News/FIC Series

Podcast: The Lutheran History Podcast Host: Rev. Benjamin Phelps Description: “The Lutheran History Podcast interviews professional and independent historians on their work, covering over 500 years of Lutheranism. We hear news…

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Read more about the article WELS podcasts: Casting Nets

WELS podcasts: Casting Nets

  • Post author:Stephanie Boeckman
  • Post published:2023/01/30
  • Post category:Forward in Christ/FIC News/FIC Series/Podcast

Podcast: Casting Nets Hosts: Pastor Will Harley and Pastor Dave Ruddat Description: “This is a show about thoughts on how to live life in a God-pleasing way. We will tackle…

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