59. SMALL CHURCH, BIG MISSION: Making a Kingdom Impact with Limited Resources

59. SMALL CHURCH, BIG MISSION: Making a Kingdom Impact with Limited Resources

Rev. Wayne Uhlhorn

This session equips leaders of small churches—whether rural, suburban, or urban—to maximize their mission potential without overextending their ...
47. THE POWER OF DEEP CONNECTION: Engaging Women by Design  

47. THE POWER OF DEEP CONNECTION: Engaging Women by Design  

Sarah Proeber

Attendees will leave with actionable ideas to gauge momentum so women are known, supported, and sent for lasting kingdom ...
33. HOSPITALITY BOOTCAMP: Evangelism in Action

33. HOSPITALITY BOOTCAMP: Evangelism in Action

Dr. Lori Ryan

This session will highlight strategies for practicing biblical hospitality, outline common barriers and how to overcome them, and ...
53. RETHINKING EVANGELISM: Why Yesterday’s Methods Miss Today’s Hearts

53. RETHINKING EVANGELISM: Why Yesterday’s Methods Miss Today’s Hearts

Rev. Joseph Lindloff and Julie Lindloff

Attendees will learn how to shift from “hoping people visit” to building bridges where people ...
54. SACRAMENTAL IDENTITY FOR TODAY'S CHURCH: Timeless Gifts for Our Time in History

54. SACRAMENTAL IDENTITY FOR TODAY’S CHURCH: Timeless Gifts for Our Time in History

Rev. John Bortulin

This session features a conversation and re-examination of our Lutheran identity, giving participants something to take home for ...
50. THE QUIET RETURN: Gen Z Men’s Renewed Interest in Christianity

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, ...
Joel Gaertner

57. SERVING THE UNDERSERVED: Reaching and Discipling People with Special Needs

Rev. Joel Gaertner

This breakout helps congregations become places where all people—regardless of ability—can experience belonging, hear the gospel clearly, and ...
26. FROM SOCIAL CIRCLES TO SPIRITUAL GROWTH: Small Groups that Make Disciples, Not Just Friends

26. FROM SOCIAL CIRCLES TO SPIRITUAL GROWTH: Small Groups that Make Disciples, Not Just Friends

Rev. James Hein

This session helps leaders design small group ministries that do more than build friendships—they make disciples ...
52. RAISING THE BAR: A Culture of High Expectations for Discipleship

52. RAISING THE BAR: A Culture of High Expectations for Discipleship

Rev. Donn Dobberstein

Attendees will learn how to cast a biblical vision to move members toward spiritual maturity, build a culture ...
31. HEARING IT STRAIGHT FROM TODAY’S YOUTH: A Comprehensive Study of WELS Young People

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 ...
67. YOUNG WOMEN IN WELS: Understanding the Crisis and Building Connections

67. YOUNG WOMEN IN WELS: Understanding the Crisis and Building Connections

Dawn Schulz

Participants will learn how to build trust across generations, offer mentorship without overstepping, and provide safe spaces for young ...
19. THE FORGOTTEN GENERATION: Ministry to Young Adults in Their 20s

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 ...
42. ONE GOSPEL, MANY PEOPLES: Readiness for Cultural Diversity in the Church

42. ONE GOSPEL, MANY PEOPLES: Readiness for Cultural Diversity in the Church

Rev. Aaron Robinson

This session will look at practical ways to welcome and disciple people from different cultural, ethnic, and linguistic ...