Helpful Resources for Your Family

Forward in Christ is the official magazine of the WELS synod. Find insightful articles written by pastors, staff ministers, and members of our congregations, along with updates on the synod and devotional materials. The magazine is produced each month both in print and online. Visit the Forward in Christ Website by clicking the button below. 

Every day, wels.net posts a daily devotion under its Serving You tab. These devotions are now designed to accompany worship. The Daily Devotions that follow each Sunday will dive deeper into the week’s theme and the three scripture readings, with the idea that what happens on Sunday is the “foundation” for the rest of the week.
To find these devotions and more, click the button below.

The Children's Worship Bulletins' team is always looking for ways to help parents and teachers share God's Word with children. A recent blog post shares tips on how to memorize Bible verses with your child. From fun games to techniques that will help your child commit verses to memory, you'll find seven ways to make learning and memorizing God's Word fun. Find details and free memory verse cards by clicking the button below!

People today face many opportunities and struggles when it comes to issues of life and death, marriage and family, health and science. The Life Challenges podcast brings a fresh, biblical perspective to these issues and more. While respecting the authority of God’s Word, the podcast acknowledges that life is nuanced. Gaining that perspective can help Christians as they apply God’s Word in their own lives and as they interact with those who may not value God’s Word as the ultimate authority. Learn more about the podcast and how to listen by the button below.

Northwestern Publishing House has created multiple Faith Care Packages that combine meaningful and engaging books and other materials specially chosen for a family's unique situation. These packages provide a thoughtful gift opportunity to encourage others. Visit NPH's website for more details by clicking the button below.  

This Bible study resource is a 30-day reading plan with helps on how to read the Bible and apply it to your family life.

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The opportunity to grow spiritually through Bible study is a tremendous blessing. Women’s Ministry has produced Christ-centered and scriptural Bible studies for use individually or in a group. Resources to help start a study group or evaluate Bible studies from other sources are also provided. These free resources are available for download on the women's Ministry resource center by clicking the button below. God’s blessings on your study of his Word!   

On My Heart is a free memory work activity that parents can use with their children in the home to review lessons and concepts taught during Sunday School. Composed of four different sets, the resource covers the books of the Bible, Luther’s Small Catechism, 60 Bible verses, and the main events of the Old and New Testament timelines.

Families are encouraged to use the resource during devotion time or as a way to help their children learn Bible basics and memorize scripture. For all the details and to download the free resources, click the button below!

ChurchArt Pro has created Scripture cards that you can freely download and share with your fellow church members and community. They’ve provided twelve Scripture designs as single-sided cards and foldable notecards. The notecards are blank inside, so adding a personal message is easy. You’ll find ways to download the designs in PDF, Publisher, and Word file formats. Click the button below to access more!

Many people have questions about Christianity; they wonder about what God says and does. Some of these questions you might have asked yourself. WhatAboutJesus.com exists to help answer those questions. Its "Key Truths of the Bible" series explains the truths about baptism, faith, forgiveness, and more.

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