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A hospital for sick souls

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Dear Friend of Missions,

“We go [to church] because we are sick, and we need healing. And that’s what Christ Alone gives us,” says Jerry.

In this video, hear more from Jerry Laster, a trauma surgeon, who draws a powerful parallel between his work of healing physical wounds and the church’s role as a hospital for sick souls. Learn how he and his wife, Denice, found peace and healing through God’s free grace at Christ Alone Lutheran Church, a WELS home mission congregation in Keller, Texas. They now know that simply by faith they stand in a right relationship with God—all by his grace.

You should have recently received a letter in the mail from Missionary Matthew Rothe sharing how God has blessed WELS with 16 new home mission starts and 18 home mission enhancements since 2023 as part of the 100 Missions in 10 Years initiative. If you haven’t already, be sure to read it to learn more about how WELS equips new church planters and encourages core groups.

The generosity of God’s people provides what is needed to plant new churches and share the changeless gospel with an ever-changing world. Your prayers and support really make a difference! Learn more at wels100in10.net and consider making a gift today. Thank you for your prayers and partnership, and praise God for our churches that are hospitals for sick souls!

In Christ,
Mark Gabb
Administrator, WELS Home Missions

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Equipping future pastors for home mission work

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Dear Friend of Missions,

In January 2025, three different groups of students from Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary (WLS) went on trips as part of a special partnership with WELS Home Missions. These efforts align with WELS’ goal of planting 100 Missions in 10 Years. Praise God for WELS members working together to train future pastors—equipping God’s “people for works of service” in those ministries “so that the body of Christ may be built up” (Ephesians 4:12).

Through this partnership, WLS students have the opportunity to learn what it takes to start a new church, work with and understand different communities, and grow their confidence in sharing the good news of our Savior Jesus. Students traveled to churches in Virginia, Florida, and Texas. By mixing classroom lessons with hands-on experience, they got to see what mission work is really like and build skills they’ll use when they become pastors. These young men gained the tools, confidence, and vision to bring Christ to diverse communities across North America. Student Collin Maurice summarized, “Every interaction is an opportunity to share your faith. This trip reinforced that mission work is a mindset, not just a strategy.”

Your prayers and support for WELS Home Missions’ 100 Missions in 10 Years initiative help start new missions and equip home missionaries. Watch your mailbox to learn more about these exciting efforts to share the gospel in communities across the U.S.!

Serving together,
Mark Gabb
Administrator, WELS Home Missions

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