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Read more about the article Purposeful discussions

Purposeful discussions

  • Post author:Mark Schroeder
  • Post published:2021/11/30
  • Post category:FIC Features/FIC Series/Forward in Christ

Sixty years ago, our synod was faced with the most difficult decision in its history. For more than 20 years, WELS and the Evangelical Lutheran Synod (ELS) had been working…

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Read more about the article Make every effort

Make every effort

  • Post author:Nathan Nass
  • Post published:2020/09/28
  • Post category:FIC Features/FIC Series/Forward in Christ

As divisions threaten our Christian churches, God’s Spirit unites us in Christ. “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” (Psalm 133:1). Doesn’t that sound…

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Read more about the article Please explain: Why can’t my sister have communion with us?

Please explain: Why can’t my sister have communion with us?

  • Post author:Gary Pufahl
  • Post published:2020/03/31
  • Post category:FIC Features/FIC Series/Forward in Christ

Why can’t my sister have communion with us? Gary A. Pufahl How do I answer that question “Why can’t my sister have communion with us?” without knowing either the person…

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Read more about the article The divine family

The divine family

  • Post author:Joel Gawrisch
  • Post published:2019/12/07
  • Post category:FIC Features/Forward in Christ

The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit are united in planning and carrying out our salvation. Joel J. Gawrisch Marriage requires commitment and unity. Once husband and wife begin…

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