Serving in love at the Harris County Jail
“The prisoners are able to live their faith. . . . It’s amazing to see how God works [and] gets his Word out through these guys,” says Matt Brown about…
Confessions of faith: Casy Phillips
Put in jail for a crime he didn’t commit, a man finds true freedom in the gospel. The Holy Spirit works in mysterious ways and in unique places. For Casy…
New director for WELS Special Ministries
Joel Gaertner has started his work as director of the Commission on Special Ministries, taking over for James Behringer who retired in June. “I want to give thanks to Jim…
My Christian life: Pen pal shares faith with prisoners
God’s grace brings forgiveness, hope, and love across prison walls. “Remember those in prison as if you were together with them in prison” (Hebrews 13:3). Growing up, perhaps you had…
Confessions of faith: Daryl Fleck
A long journey ends with faith in Jesus and a desire to serve him. Amanda M. Klemp At age 66, Daryl Fleck is retired and lives in New Ulm, Minnesota.…
New mentoring program helps congregations reach those in need
What do you do when someone comes knocking on your door asking for help? That’s a question the pastors and several members of St. Paul’s, New Ulm, Minn., asked when people would stop at the…