Sessions
Attendees are allowed to select any breakouts they believe would be interesting and beneficial. Some attendees will select breakouts that touch on a variety of topics and issues. Others may want to focus on one topic, learning as much as possible from several breakouts.
If a congregation sends multiple attendees to the WELS National Conference on Lutheran Leadership, consider assigning each one a topic or issue. Those attendees can report back to their congregations, perhaps using what they learned to provide recommendations for congregational ministry efforts.
Below you will find breakouts that deal directly with presentation topics and issues.
There are 69 breakout presentations presented by 80+ presenters. Download the breakout and professional development documents below for more information.
19. THE FORGOTTEN GENERATION: Ministry to Young Adults in Their 20s
Rev. Clark Schultz
This session explores how to bridge that gap and build a vibrant, gospel-centered ministry for young adults in ...
28. GOSPEL CONVERSATIONS IN THE LGBTQ WORLD: Meeting Impossible Standards with the Grace of Christ
Ben Dose
This breakout will explore these “impossible standards” in light of our unique Lutheran worldview ...
31. HEARING IT STRAIGHT FROM TODAY’S YOUTH: A Comprehensive Study of WELS Young People
Dr. Donald Kudek
Attendees will learn what young people value, how they engage with the gospel, and what opportunities exist for ...
46. THE PORN PANDEMIC IN OUR PEWS: How Pornography Is Quietly Discipling Our Members and What to Do About It
Rev. Brad Snyder
This session offers honest, gospel-centered guidance for pastors, teachers, and lay leaders to help those who struggle with ...
50. THE QUIET RETURN: Gen Z Men’s Renewed Interest in Christianity
Rev. Joel Russow
This breakout equips church leaders, youth workers, and mentors with practical strategies to connect with Gen Z men, ...
56. SERVANT LEADERS: Young Adults Modeling Christ’s Way
Jeremy Bock
This session features a panel of young adults who will share personal experiences of what it means to live ...


