Lutheranism in the United States
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…
Visualizing the truths of Scripture
Martin Luther’s personal seal shares important biblical truths. What does your online presence testify about your faith? The celebration of the Reformation in October is a good time to remember…
New director for the Commission on Worship
Paul Prange has accepted the call to serve as director of the Commission on Worship. He replaces Bryan Gerlach, who retired in August 2024. Although Prange has been serving for…
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…
My Christian life: God reunites a mother and her daughter
A story of how God brought together a mother and the baby she gave up for adoption. “I’ve been mulling this story for 52 years, so I know it pretty…
Changes in WELS administration
Early 2024 will see changes to the administration for two areas of ministry. Missions WELS Missions welcomes Mark Gabb as the new administrator for WELS Home Missions. Gabb began serving…
Delegates play an important role in synod’s ministry
WELS’ 67th Biennial Synod Convention was held July 31–Aug. 3, at Michigan Lutheran Seminary, Saginaw, Mich., under the theme “Embrace the Cross—Anticipate the Crown.” Three hundred forty-eight convention delegates met…
Plant the Seed
“What is the kingdom of God like? What shall I compare it to? It is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his garden. It grew…
The cameras are rolling
“Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone” (Romans 12:17). Sometimes people in the public eye get themselves into…