WELS in the News
September 10, 2024
Fox11 News conducted an in-depth interview with Karl Henselin, a survivor of the Wisconsin house fire that killed six WELS members. Henselin shares more details about that night. He also shares where his true peace lies—in his Savior.
August 20, 2024
The Aug. 19 edition of the Lake Mills Leader highlighted the upcoming 40th anniversary in the ministry of Rev. Bruce McKenney. St. Paul, Lake Mills, Wis., will hold a special service to celebrate his anniversary in September.
August 6, 2024
The Lake County Journal, part of the Shaw Local News Network, introduced Rev. Zackary Zuberbier, who was installed as the new pastor at Faith, Antioch, Ill., on June 30.
WQOW reported on a concert held by Altoona Lutheran Ministry, Altoona, Wis., on Sun., July 28. The concert and family-friendly event served as an outreach event for the group hoping to start a new church in the area.
The Green Bay Press Gazette shared that St. Paul, Oconto Falls, Wis., would be holding its final church service on Sun., Aug. 4, after starting more than 73 years ago. The article reports that after a three-year pastoral vacancy and with several other churches in the area, the congregation made the tough decision to close.
First Lutheran Church, Racine, Wis., is celebrating its 175th anniversary. On Aug. 4, CBS 58 detailed the congregation’s celebration events, which are happening throughout the year.
On Aug. 4 The Chicago Tribune ran a story about Good Shepherd, Downers Grove, Ill. The congregation held an outdoor worship this past weekend after their church burned down July 29.
July 23, 2024
On July 22, New Media, Inc., reported that after 73 years of ministry St. Paul, Oconto Falls, Wis., will be holding its closing service on Aug. 4.
The July 16 edition of the Watertown Times included an article about WELS President Rev. Mark Schroeder serving as the guest preacher at the 175th anniversary service at St. Paul, Ixonia, Wis., on July 21.
On June 20, The Journal in New Ulm, Minn., highlighted a soccer camp held by John & Paul Ministries, the combined outreach efforts of St. John and St. Paul churches in New Ulm.
Patch Media included an article about the groundbreaking of a new facility for Bethlehem, Germantown, Wis. This addition will include a worship sanctuary, a gathering space, and a fellowship hall.
June 18, 2024
On June 12, KXLG included an article about the groundbreaking for an addition to Great Plains Lutheran High School, Watertown, S.D.
The June 12 edition of the Watertown Daily Times highlighted guest preacher Rev. James Buske for a 175th anniversary service at St. Paul, Ixonia, Wis. This service is one of 12 special services celebrating the congregation’s 175th anniversary this year.
May 7, 2024
The April 26 edition of the Waukesha Freeman included an article about the decommissioning of the 1905 church building of St. Paul, Muskego, Wis. A new church was built in 1978 to accommodate the church’s growing needs. Demolition of the old building will happen this fall.
The Journal in New Ulm, Minn., reported on the decision of Ben Pearson to attend Martin Luther College in New Ulm this fall, the fifth generation of his family to do so.
WTAQ highlighted the building of a new athletic facility at Manitowoc Lutheran High School, Manitowoc, Wis.
May 7, 2024
The April 26 edition of the Waukesha Freeman included an article about the decommissioning of the 1905 church building of St. Paul, Muskego, Wis. A new church was built in 1978 to accommodate the church’s growing needs. Demolition of the old building will happen this fall.
The Journal in New Ulm, Minn., reported on the decision of Ben Pearson to attend Martin Luther College in New Ulm this fall, the fifth generation of his family to do so.
WTAQ highlighted the building of a new athletic facility at Manitowoc Lutheran High School, Manitowoc, Wis.
April 16, 2024
On April 15, ABC 12 News had a story about the annual WELS Men’s Basketball League celebrity game held at Michigan Lutheran Seminary, Saginaw, Mich.
In its April 14 edition, the Williamsburg Yorktown Daily included an article about the installation of Rev. Stephen Kurtzahn at Our Redeemer, Yorktown, Va.
December 19, 2023
WSAW-TV highlighted the live nativity being put on by students at Northland Lutheran High School, Kronenwetter, Wis., which is also the location of a new home mission congregation.
December 5, 2023
The Mankato Free Press reported that Bethany Lutheran College will be discontinuing some majors and minors, following a study of enrollment trends. According to the article, no full-time faculty will be laid off.
November 21, 2023
On Nov. 20, the Daily Jefferson County Union included an article about how Fort Atkinson local businesses and residents donated time and materials to help Crown of Life Christian Academy, Fort Atkinson, Wis., build a concrete patio and pathway to allow students with disabilities to access the playground.
October 17, 2023
On Oct. 13, the Rice Lake Chronotype announced that Matthew Thiel has started as vicar at Redeemer, Rice Lake, Wis.
On its Oct. 13 Faith Page, Norfolk Daily News announced an upcoming fall concert by the Martin Luther College Choir at St. Paul, Norfolk, Neb.
In its Oct. 3 edition, the Manistee News Advocate introduced Rev. Dennis Himm, the new pastor at St. Paul, Manistee, Mich.
On Sept. 30, The Journal in New Ulm, Minn., included an article about St. Paul’s Lutheran School and its 138-year history in the New Ulm community and where it is headed in the future.
On Sept. 29, CBS News Minnesota featured a story on Rachel Grev, who is in her 25th season of serving as the volleyball coach at St. Croix Lutheran Academy, West St. Paul, Minn.
September 26, 2023
On Sept. 25, KFIZ featured an article about Trinity, Campbellsport, Wis., breaking ground for a new church building that will be located on the same site as its school.
The Sept. 21 edition of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel included an article about faith leaders’ reactions to Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin beginning to offer abortions again in Wisconsin. Rev. Robert Fleischmann, national director of Christian Life Resources, shared some thoughts.
On Sept. 3, WMTV in Madison, Wis., featured a story on Bethlehem Lutheran Academy, Richland Center, Wis., which opened this fall for early childhood education. The new center, a ministry of Christ Countryside Ministries, is housed in a Richland County school that has been remodeled after sitting empty for almost 20 years.
The Sept. 1 edition of the Watertown Daily Times highlighted the start of three new teachers at St. John’s Lutheran School, Watertown, Wis.
On Aug. 27, AdaIcon included a story about the 75th anniversary of Trinity Lutheran School, Jenera, Ohio, featuring a short history of the school since its start in the fall of 1948.
August 22, 2023
On Aug. 18, The Journal highlighted the start of school for Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minn. On-campus enrollment is at a little over 600 full-time students.
The Aug. 21 edition of The Monroe News included an article about a new Worship at the Cross service for those with special needs being held monthly at Zion, Monroe, Mich.
On Aug. 11, Liberty Hill Independent featured a photo of the ribbon cutting at Divine Savior Academy–Santa Rita Ranch, Liberty Hill, Texas, for its phase two expansion project.
On Aug. 11, The Pilot Independent highlighted Walker on the Water Lutheran Church, a preaching station of St. Mark, Bemidji, Minn., that meets for worship twice a month in Walker, Minn.
The Aug. 5 edition of The Journal featured a history of St. John’s, New Ulm, Minn., which is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year.
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