Developing a new theology curriculum
Melanie Giddings just finished her 18th year serving WELS schools. With experience as a classroom teacher and a curriculum coordinator, God has blessed her with a unique perspective as she…
Mastering special education
Jennifer Ertman is a 2025 Martin Luther College graduate with a master’s degree in special education. Ertman has served as early childhood director and a member of the Student Services…
My Christian life: From cockpit to classroom
The journey of a Christian man who became a teacher in his 40s. “Ever since I was a kid, my head’s been in the clouds in a sense.” It’s no…
2025 Martin Luther College graduates
To see Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary's graduates, visit forwardinchrist.net/2025-wls-graduates. Assignments Teachers Aden, Joshua W., to Christ the Lord, Brookfield, Wis. Affeldt, Stephanie M., to Atonement, Milwaukee, Wis. Aguilar, Kassidy A., to…
Community news: May 2025
Nearly 200 women gathered at St. Matthew’s, Oconomowoc, Wis., on Feb. 22, for a retreat based on Colossians 2:6,7 with the theme “Beautifully rooted.” St. John-St. James Lutheran School, Reedsville,…
Embroidered garments
I watched this 94-year-old Hmong woman meticulously paint her designs on the fabric in front of her with a hand that had undoubtedly done this thousands of times. She and…
Conference encourages staff ministers
More than 70 individuals attended the WELS Staff Ministry Conference, Sept. 19–21, at Martin Luther College (MLC), New Ulm, Minn. This was the first time conference attendee Rakel Drechsler was…
Four tiers of support for early childhood teachers
After 20 years of working in group home management, Karen Klindworth, a member at Christ, Zumbrota, Minn., decided she was ready for a career change. “I was on call 24/7,…
God’s people grow
Continuing education offers opportunities for called workers—and the people they serve—to grow. “Faithful gospel ministers always seek to hone their skills and adapt to ministry changes. They recognize that there…