2025–26 school statistics offer opportunity to reflect
Enrollment in WELS schools this school year has decreased slightly from the 2024–25 school year, according to the recently released 2025–26 school statistics. . . .
On Jan. 9, Charles Vannieuwenhoven was installed as the administrator of the Board for Ministerial Education. He began his call at the Center for Mission and Ministry in January. . . .
WELS has partnered with Leap Health beginning in 2026 to provide WELS VEBA health plan members with a convenient and cost-effective way to receive specialty infusion medications in the comfort of their own homes. “In addition to the convenience and expert care that Leap Health will bring to our WELS VEBA members, the cost savings on medications will reduce WELS VEBA rates charged to organizations and preserve valuable assets for ministry,” says Joshua Peterman, director of WELS Benefit Plans.
WELS VEBA members who use eligible specialty medications will receive information from Leap Health in the coming weeks on how to start using this new benefit.
Fresh new gear is here! The WELS Store just added new items—baseball hats, short-sleeved business casual shirts, vests, and more. Take a look and find something you’ll love. Shipping options are available.
Job opportunities
The WELS Center for Mission and Ministry, Waukesha, Wis., is seeking a Human Resources Director.
Here is what is coming up in February. Learn more and sign up for these events at wels.net/events.
National online teen Bible study: 6 p.m. (Central), Feb. 15. Join teens around the country studying the account of Gideon in Judges.
WELS Women’s Ministry webinar:7 p.m. (Central), Feb. 19. Discover how God designed you to make an impact wherever you are in this webinar titled “You are an influencer.”
WELS Night at the Admirals:6 p.m. (Central), Feb. 28. See the Milwaukee Admirals take on the Manitoba Moose at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena. Tickets are now available for purchase!
Thank you to everyone who came out for WELS Night at the Bucks on Jan. 2! Over 850 WELS members showed up to cheer on the Bucks and support WELS member Kon Knueppel, a 2024 Wisconsin Lutheran High School graduate who now plays for the Charlotte Hornets.
MINISTRY RESOURCES
Lenten resources from WELS Women’s Ministry
WELS Women’s Ministry has developed a new Lent by candlelight service for 2026 called “Hope in the darkness.” Services can be used for a quiet time of reflection and meditation during the busy season of Lent.
WELS Women’s Ministry also is offering weekly Lenten devotions beginning Feb. 24 that will provide an in-depth look at events from the cross to the grave as Matthew records it in his gospel.
Order the WELS 2026 Yearbook for up-to-date contact information on WELS retired and active called workers; WELS facilities, schools, and organizations; and worldwide sister congregations. WELS 2026 Yearbook also includes a church year calendar and more. Quantity discounts are available.
More resources for Bible study, discipleship, evangelism and outreach, youth, compassion ministries, and more are available at welscongregationalservices.net.
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