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Wisconsin Lutheran High School
 
WLHS Fall Fine Arts Showcase—Everyone is invited to the WLHS Fall Fine Arts Showcase on Sunday, October 19, at 3:00 p.m, featuring the Baritone, Treble and A Cappella Choirs, Symphonic and Honors Bands, and String Orchestra. Join us as our student musicians use their talents to celebrate God's special gift of music! The concert will also be livestreamed at wlhs.org/livestream.
 
WLHS Veterans Day Observance—Wisconsin Lutheran High School will hold its annual Veterans Day observance on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Service men and women are invited to a complimentary plated breakfast that will be served in the WLHS cafeteria at 7:30 a.m. RSVP for the breakfast at wlhs.org/veterans by Monday, November 3. For questions, contact Abby Rasmussen at 414-453-4567 ext. 2291.

Jr. Vikings String Ensemble Registration—Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, Jr. Vikings String Ensemble invites students in grades K5–8 to make music, build confidence, and perform together with future high school classmates. The ensemble will focus on developing group performance skills in an engaging Christian environment. 2025 fall classes will be held on the Saturdays of November 8, 15, 22, and December 6. Visit wlhs.org/strings to register by Friday, November 7.
 
WLHS Fall Family Fun Festival — Get ready for an afternoon of autumn excitement at the WLHS Fall Family Fun Festival on Saturday, October 18, from 12:00-3:00 p.m. Families with kids in 5th grade and younger are invited to an afternoon filled with fun games, creative fall crafts, and plenty of seasonal cheer. Weather permitting, activities will be held outside in Zeitler Stadium so dress comfortably and be ready for fun! Admission is just $5 per child, and tickets can be purchased ahead of time at wlhs.org/fallfestival or at the gate. Yummy treats will also be available for purchase.
 

 
WELS 175th Anniversary
 
Learn about the 175th anniversary of the WELS and special 175th offering HERE.
 
 

 
New Beginnings, a Home for Mothers
 
New Beginnings, a Home for Mothers is raising funds to build a new home to house more mothers and their children. Join us on Nov 6th. Several of the mothers from the house have attended Saturday night services as well as past Embrace Grace/Life sessions. More info: https://www.homeformothers.com/wine.html
 

 
The Point of Grace Campus Ministry Bible Study
 
College students are invited to Bible study Wednesdays at 7:00 pm during fall and spring semesters at the TPOG Campus House (2215 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI). A free meal is served starting at 6:00 pm. Bring your Bible (or Bible app) and perhaps a friend or two and join Pastor Hein from St. Marcus Lutheran Church and the UWM student organization for some fellowship and time to grow in faith.