My Christian life: An unexpected call to ministry later in life
A man discovers an opportunity later in life to serve God and his community in the full-time public ministry. “Sometimes God just says no—this is where I want you to…
Reflecting diversity: One campus, three languages
It’s not unusual in WELS today to see congregations that are bilingual. But to see a congregation that’s trilingual—with ministry in three languages—is more unique. This last August, King of…
District news: August 2023
SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSIN On April 28, Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary, Mequon, Wis., celebrated the 40th anniversary in the pastoral ministry of E. Allen Sorum. Kenosha Lutheran Academy, Kenosha, Wis., celebrated the 25th…
A delightful trouble
A man sharing online the peace he has in Jesus creates a problem—the need to coordinate multiple baptisms around the world. David didn’t mean to cause trouble. When he started…
Confessions of faith: Erik Alair
A seminary graduate recalls his path to ministry—one filled with questions, challenges, and God’s guidance. As a young adult studying aerospace engineering in California, Erik Alair never dreamed that he…
2023 Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary graduates
To see Martin Luther College's graduates, visit forwardinchrist.net/2023-mlc-grads. Volume 110, Number 7 Issue: July 2023
WELS news briefs: June 2023
Ministerial Education In April, Grow in Grace, the institute for continuing education at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary (WLS), Mequon, Wis., hosted about 200 people in San Antonio, Texas, for a Celebration…
Meet the editorial staff: Jeremiah Gumm
Ever ask yourself, “Who are these people who write for Forward in Christ?” Through this series, you can find out. This month, Jeremiah Gumm, pastor at King of Kings, Maitland,…
My Christian life: Engaging the church’s youth
After struggling to feel connected in church during his youth, a pastor works to engage the church’s youth today. Kendall Cook, pastor at Trinity, Crete, Ill., has seen firsthand how…
