The Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod ~ the WELS
King of Kings Lutheran Church is a member congregation of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (the WELS).
"Wisconsin" is simply a reference to the geographical location of our church body, It was organized in 1850 by immigrants who settled in the upper Midwestern states. The WELS is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
"Evangelical" means that we emphasize the gospel or "good news" that Jesus is our Savior from sin.
"Lutheran" identifies us as a congregation which follows all of the teachings of the Bible as explained correctly by Dr. Martin Luther (1483-1546) and expounded in the Book of Concord of 1580.
"Synod" is a term which means "walking together". It is a reference to a group of congregations which choose to walk together united in their teachings, beliefs, and practice.
Christian Lutheran Churches affiliated with the WELS are located throughout the United States and in 30 foreign countries.
"Wisconsin" is simply a reference to the geographical location of our church body, It was organized in 1850 by immigrants who settled in the upper Midwestern states. The WELS is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
"Evangelical" means that we emphasize the gospel or "good news" that Jesus is our Savior from sin.
"Lutheran" identifies us as a congregation which follows all of the teachings of the Bible as explained correctly by Dr. Martin Luther (1483-1546) and expounded in the Book of Concord of 1580.
"Synod" is a term which means "walking together". It is a reference to a group of congregations which choose to walk together united in their teachings, beliefs, and practice.
Christian Lutheran Churches affiliated with the WELS are located throughout the United States and in 30 foreign countries.