Worship Series - Look Up
Holy Week invites us into the most intense and sobering days of the Christian year. Given the weight of this week, it is easy to let our heads fall. Yet, again and again, God calls us to look up. When sin and guilt press us down, when suffering tempts us to look away, when the world’s noise distracts us from what truly matters, God redirects our gaze. Throughout this week, Christ lifts our eyes. Watching closely what happens will only increase our joy come Easter. For Holy Week is not only a journey through sorrow and death; it is a steady reorientation of our hearts and eyes toward the redemption God has accomplished for us. “Look up,” Jesus says—because your salvation is near.
Passion Sunday Worship Theme - Look Up to See Your King
Crowds filled the streets of Jerusalem that first Palm Sunday, busy with celebration, expectation, and political hope. It would have been easy to miss what was really happening. The King arrived, but not in power and spectacle. This King came in humility and gentleness. On this day, we are called to look up from all our distractions and expectations and truly see our King. Jesus comes not to dominate but to save, not to impress but to redeem. As we trace the events of his passion, we learn to recognize the kind of King he is—one who rules through self-giving love and brings peace not by force, but by the cross.
Holy Thursday Worship Theme - Look Up to Get a Glimpse of Heaven
Research in social behavior shows a common association between guilt and lowered eyes. When we feel ashamed, we often tilt our heads down and avoid looking up. Yet once again this Holy Week, Jesus invites us to lift our eyes. On Holy Thursday, we look up and see more than bread and wine. Hidden beneath these humble forms, Christ gives us his true body and blood for the forgiveness of sins. In this meal, Christ is truly present, bringing with him life and salvation.
The Lord’s Supper does more than comfort us in the present; it gives us a glimpse of heaven. Christ comes to us as he promises, veiled under humble means, while pointing us forward to the heavenly banquet where we will see our Savior face to face. Now, Christ comes to us in mercy and forgiveness. Then, we will share fully in his joy and peace forever. As we gather at the table on Holy Thursday, we look up and taste the promise of heaven itself—a foretaste of the eternal feast Christ has prepared for all who trust in him.
Good Friday Worship Theme - Look Up to Find The Source of Salvation
Good Friday begins with an uncomfortable truth: we need saving. We need saving from guilt that will not go away. From sin we cannot undo. From self-inflicted suffering. From death we cannot escape. From demons who stalk us. From ourselves. We need saving. We are skilled at managing, explaining, and distracting—but not at saving. When the noise finally fades, when excuses fall silent, we are left with the question we would rather avoid: Where can salvation be found? Not in our efforts. Not in our goodness. Not in the world’s promises.
Only in one place. An unexpected place.
On this day, we look up and see the source of salvation lifted high on a cross. There hangs the Son of God, bearing what we deserve, enduring what we could not, finishing what we never could. What appears to be weakness is God’s power. What looks like loss is our life. We gather on Good Friday not to explain the cross, but to stand before it—to look up—and to remember that here, and only here, salvation is found.
Weekend Worship Theme - Exactly What I Need: Life
I recognize the danger of death. I am tempted to wonder whether my life was worth it if I do not leave a legacy or live on in the memories of my loved ones after I die. When my soul separates from my body, will I also be eternally separated from God in hell? Jesus promises much better. He promises life. One day I will be reunited with my believing loved ones, both soul and body. I will live with Jesus forever in eternity. Jesus raised people from the dead to prove his power over death. That’s exactly the power I need.
Weekend Worship Theme - Exactly What I Need: Sight
I recognize that I am spiritually blind when I don’t know Jesus. I cannot see the world as it really is. I am tempted to see what is harmful as good, and what is good as meaningless. I cannot see the danger that lurks behind every temptation. I realize that Jesus gave physical sight to the blind. But he also gives me spiritual vision. He said, “I am the light of the world.” He comes to shine his light into my darkened eyes so that I see him and live.
Weekend Worship Theme - Exactly What I Need: Water
I recognize my deep spiritual thirst. I long for a good relationship with God and for everlasting life. I am tempted to satisfy that deep thirst with worldly things, a strategy doomed to failure. I realize that my thirst is satisfied only by the one who said, “Whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst.”Jesus meets my greatest need.
Weekend Worship Theme - Exactly What I Need: Faith
I recognize my inability to defend myself against spiritual enemies. The world is against me, but I look for ways to imitate it. I try to master my own sinful flesh, but I recognize desires in myself that war against my soul. And when it comes to the devil, I fall into temptation again and again. My impending death proves that I have sinned.
I realize that what I really need is a champion. God the Father realized it too. He sent his Son to be my Savior. Through the obedience of the Son of God, I have victory over my enemies.
Craft Night
**Attention WELS Waukesha crafters**
Looking for some company and inspiration for your current crafting projects? Look no further! Join us for a fun evening of crafting and fellowship with other creative souls.
Bring along your crafting supplies and get ready to share a laugh or two as we work on our projects together. Crafting alone is nowhere near as fun as crafting with others!
We begin at 6:30 pm and will be meeting in the Fellowship Hall. We can't wait to see you there!
Weekend Worship Theme - Exactly What I Need: A Champion
I recognize my inability to defend myself against spiritual enemies. The world is against me, but I look for ways to imitate it. I try to master my own sinful flesh, but I recognize desires in myself that war against my soul. And when it comes to the devil, I fall into temptation again and again. My impending death proves that I have sinned.
I realize that what I really need is a champion. God the Father realized it too. He sent his Son to be my Savior. Through the obedience of the Son of God, I have victory over my enemies.
Ash Wednesday Worship Theme - Exactly What I Need: Forgiveness
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, reminding us of our mortality and calling us to repent. The ancient practice of imposing ashes on the foreheads of the faithful is what gives Ash Wednesday its name. The church father Tertullian (c. A.D. 160-215) writes of the practice as a public expression of repentance and of our human frailty that stands in need of Christ.
“I didn’t know I needed that” is a common expression of surprise and realization. It suggests that something—whether it’s a piece of information, a lesson learned, or a newfound understanding—has come to light and is now recognized as being essential or valuable.
Lent is the season of the Church Year when I recognize my greatest needs. During Lent, I realize that in Christ all my greatest needs are met. God knows what I need even when I don’t have any idea. The Holy Spirit makes it clear, week after week, that if I lack Christ, I have nothing. But if I have Christ, I have exactly what I need.
I recognize my sinfulness. I am aware of my guilt, and the more I look at my situation, the more I realize what deep trouble I am in. I realize that what I really need is forgiveness, but I don’t deserve it. Fully aware of these facts, God worked salvation for me, provided me a Savior, called me to repentance, and promises me forgiveness.
Imposition of Ashes
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, reminding us of our mortality and calling us to repent. The ancient practice of imposing ashes on the foreheads of the faithful is what gives Ash Wednesday its name. The church father Tertullian (c. A.D. 160-215) writes of the practice as a public expression of repentance and of our human frailty that stands in need of Christ.
Everyone is welcome to join us for a brief Ash Wednesday devotion and the imposition of ashes, where one of our pastors will place an ash cross on your forehead as a sign of faith and reflection.
We invite you to begin this Lenten journey with us.
Craft Night
**Attention WELS Waukesha crafters**
Looking for some company and inspiration for your current crafting projects? Look no further! Join us for a fun evening of crafting and fellowship with other creative souls.
Bring along your crafting supplies and get ready to share a laugh or two as we work on our projects together. Crafting alone is nowhere near as fun as crafting with others!
We begin at 6:30 pm and will be meeting in the Fellowship Hall. We can't wait to see you there!
Christmas Day - Christ the Savior is Born
A Savior So Desperately Needed
Christmas holidays mean family time, often with extended family travel and visits. Meals are prepared, gifts are given, memories are made. But the memories might not all be good. Sometimes there are Christmas hurts or even tragedies. We live in a world still affected by sin.
The sinfulness of the world cannot rob us of the peace God intends to bring through his Son. Christ the Savior is born, and through his life, God brings us into the family. He gives us the rights of redeemed sons and daughters, the privileges of inheritance.
Christmas Day - Christ the Savior is Born
The Festival of the Nativity
The theme for worship this Christmas season comes from the most popular Christmas carol in the world, Silent Night. The tune and text are simple, yet the lyrics are profound: “Christ the Savior is born.” The eternal Son of God would become truly human. Today we explore how profound the incarnation actually is. St. John describes it this way: “The Word became flesh” (John 1:14).
When Scripture refers to Jesus Christ as “the Word” it is teaching that he is how you come to know God. Just by looking at a stranger, you can tell some things about him: his build, age, style, etc. But you would not say you really know that person, just by looking at him. To really know him, you would need to converse with him. You would need to use words. Likewise, to really know God, we need to listen to the Word made flesh—the perfect expression of our Heavenly Father’s mind and heart.
Christmas Eve - Christ the Savior is Born
A Service of Lessons and Carols Inspired by “Silent Night”
It is, by far, the most popular Christmas carol, and it has a fascinating history. Silent Night was first sung on Christmas Eve in 1818 at St. Nicholas Church in the small Austrian village of Oberndorf. It was composed when a broken church organ forced Father Joseph Mohr and Franz Gruber to create a simple carol for voice and guitar. Its quiet melody has echoed through the centuries. The tune is simple, but the text is profound. Consider the lyric, “Christ the Savior is born!” The prophets had foretold that the Christ would be true God, who is omnipresent, eternal, and almighty. Yet, the Christ would be born. He would be confined to his mother’s womb, have a birthday, and enter our world as a weak and helpless baby.
This Christmas Eve, let us walk through the phrases of this beloved hymn and ponder that mystery—Christ the Savior is born! How is this possible? And what does it mean for our lives, both now and in eternity?
Craft Night
Calling all crafters!
Looking for some company and inspiration for your current crafting projects? Look no further! Join us for a fun evening of crafting and fellowship with other creative souls.
Bring along your crafting supplies and get ready to share a laugh or two as we work on our projects together. Crafting alone is nowhere near as fun as crafting with others!
We begin at 6:30 pm and will be meeting in the Fellowship Hall. We can't wait to see you there!
Craft Night
Calling all crafters!
Looking for some company and inspiration for your current crafting projects? Look no further! Join us for a fun evening of crafting and fellowship with other creative souls.
Bring along your crafting supplies and get ready to share a laugh or two as we work on our projects together. Crafting alone is nowhere near as fun as crafting with others!
We begin at 6:30 pm and will be meeting in the Fellowship Hall. We can't wait to see you there!
Trinity’s Annual Picnic
Trinity's Annual Picnic is Coming!
Trinity members and school families are invited to this beloved annual event! With great food and games for all and exciting new activities (cookie contest anyone?!), this year's picnic is one you won’t want to miss. Fresh fun for singles & seniors, couples & crowds, toddlers & teens!
Let’s celebrate faith, fellowship, and summer together!
Craft Night
Calling all crafters!
Looking for some company and inspiration for your current crafting projects? Look no further! Join us for a fun evening of crafting and fellowship with other creative souls.
Bring along your crafting supplies and get ready to share a laugh or two as we work on our projects together. Crafting alone is nowhere near as fun as crafting with others!
We begin at 6:30 pm and will be meeting in the Fellowship Hall. We can't wait to see you there!
Fútbol Camp Bilingual Service & Closing Event/Servicio Bilingüe de Fútbol Camp y Evento de Clausura
June 24-26th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Weekend Worship Theme - A Nation Under God: Our Hope Is Not In Princes
How often do we fall into the trap of thinking that our country or community will be a little slice of heaven if we just have the right person or party in power? To the degree one thinks like that, he proves himself a fool. For again and again, Scripture warns believers not to trust in princes. Governments fail. Leaders fall. Nations crumble. Even the wisest and most godly ruler is still human, and thus flawed and fallible. Human rulers are necessary, for the sake of order; but they are bound to disappoint, at least to some degree.
Yet Christians are not undone. Why? Because our hope is not in earthly power, but in the King who conquered death and reigns forever. St. Paul puts it this way: “Our citizenship is in heaven.” That doesn’t mean we withdraw from the world. It means we engage with perspective. We pray for our leaders, vote our conscience, speak the truth. However, we do not place our hope in any ruler other than the one who commands the angels. No matter happens in government, Christians do not panic. We fix our eyes on Jesus. He will return and reign in perfect peace.
Weekend Worship Theme - A Nation Under God: When Earthly Authority Clashes with God’s Will
What happens when civil rulers oppose God’s will? Scripture teaches that we must obey God rather than men. Throughout the Bible, faithful believers resisted government decrees that contradicted God’s commands. But they did so, not with rebellion or rage, but with humble, courageous conviction. When Pharaoh commanded murder, the midwives refused. When the apostles were told to be silent, they kept preaching Christ. Their defiance was not political. it was devotional. They answered to a higher King.
While every authority has been established by God, governments often fail in their God-given purpose—promoting order and peace. When rulers govern in a way that opposes the Almighty’s authority—when God’s gift of life is devalued, when God’s moral law is ignored—Christians will speak and act. That is not partisan. It is biblical. Yet, our calling is not to overthrow but to outlast. We witness. We intercede. We suffer, if necessary. But we do not compromise. And we do not fear, because we know who really sits on the throne.
WELS Night at the Brewers
Come out to American Family Field with WELS to see the Milwaukee Brewers take on the Washington Nationals!
Back for 2025, join WELS members from around the Midwest for an evening of fellowship, fun, and baseball at the annual WELS Night at the Brewers on Friday, July 11! WELS members will receive discounted tickets and be seated together within each seating category offered.
Order your event tickets HERE. And be sure to grab a WELS Night T-shirt, too!