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Words of Wisdom – Encouraging Word – March 2015

Stewardship Is an Extremely Important Subject I am assuming we all agree that stewardship is an important subject and that “the shepherd trains Christian stewards” is to be a statement of fact, not a pious but somewhat empty wish. But to say it plainly, I am now convinced that it is more important and merits […]

Deadlines for Offerings and Statistics – Encouraging Word – January 2015

Deadlines for Offerings and Statistics The turn of the year means deadlines for submitting congregational offerings and statistics to WELS: Remittances of 2014 offerings are due by Jan. 8. Meanwhile you should receive in early January your coupons for remitting 2015 congregation mission offerings (CMO). Your congregation’s CMO subscription for 2015 (the amount you pledge […]

Helpful Hint – Encouraging Word – January 2015

Share WELS’ 2014 Annual Report WELS recently published its 2014 annual report, which summarizes key developments across all areas of synod ministry. This report is a great way to inform WELS members of the Lord’s work we are doing together as a synod. It’s also a helpful reference as the congregation begins planning their support […]