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 ...
51. RAISING A CHRIST-CENTERED CHILD IN A ME-CENTERED WORLD: Practical Tools for Parents and Church Leaders
Dr. Rhoda Wolle
This breakout will offer biblical encouragement and practical direction for raising Christ-centered children in today’s world ...
43. OUR CONFESSIONAL LUTHERAN IDENTITY: Doctrine, Practice, and a Distinct Gospel Witness
Rev. Paul Prange
This session invites thoughtful, theological reflection on what it means to be Lutheran in both doctrine and practice ...
11. DEVELOPING A CLEAR PATH OF DISCIPLESHIP: A Proven Process for Congregational Membership and Leadership Development
Rev. Matt Vogt
This breakout equips pastors and congregational leaders to design a customized “path of discipleship” for their unique ministry ...
55. SCREENS AND SOULS: Helping Members Understand the Spiritual Impact of Technology
Martin Spriggs
Attendees will learn how to address the profound spiritual impact of technology with courage and wisdom ...
30. THE GREAT COMMISSION IN LUTHERAN SCHOOLS: Nurture, Outreach, and School Growth
Rev. Dr. Ken Fisher & Landon Zacharyasz
We’ll discuss the importance of intentionalizing what is at the heart of Lutheran education—shaping ...
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
Rev. Joel Russow
This breakout equips church leaders, youth workers, and mentors with practical strategies to connect with Gen Z men, ...
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
Rev. James Hein
This session helps leaders design small group ministries that do more than build friendships—they make disciples ...
14. FAITH FORMATION IN SCHOOLS THAT STICKS: Building a Lutheran Worldview in the Next Generation
Melanie Giddings, Elizabeth Melott, & Rev. Ben Reichel
This session explores how schools and churches can work together to instill a ...
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 ...
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
Rev. Clark Schultz
This session explores how to bridge that gap and build a vibrant, gospel-centered ministry for young adults in ...
16. THE FAMILY ALTAR: Empowering Homes as the Primary Place of Youth Discipleship
Dr. Brandon Steenbock
Participants will leave with renewed vision and concrete ideas for shaping a congregation where faith isn’t just taught ...
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 ...
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 ...
