The following papers were presented for discussion. The papers, in so far as they contain analysis of the issues, are not to be construed as position statements of the group as a whole.

FORUM #7: August 12 & 13, 2007

"Synod: Theological Basis and Historical Development" by Prof. John M. Brenner (.pdf document)

FORUM #6: April 30 & May 1, 2007

"Rite Worship for North American Outreach," by Rev. Jonathan E. Schroeder (.pdf document)

"Christian Fellowship" These theses and antitheses were presented and adopted for purposes of discussion by Issues In WELS.

FORUM #5: September 4 and 5, 2006

"Paul's Faithful Cry - 1 Corinthians 9:19-23," by Michael T. Jensen. (.pdf document, 2.28) Paul's Faithful Cry, Passages and Exegetical Notes" (.pdf document, 1.42M)

"Using Our Schools For Outreach: The Potential and the Pitfalls," by Rev. Bruce A. McKenney. (.pdf document, 1.14M)

"The Sufficiency and Efficacy of Scripture" These theses and antitheses were presented and adopted for purposes of discussion by Issues In WELS. (.pdf document, 24K)

FORUM #4: May 8 and 9, 2006

"Exegesis and Discussion of Stewardship Passages in Malachi," by Karl Walther. (.pdf document, 1.45M)

FORUM #3: January 24 and 25, 2006

"Outside the Framework of Fellowship: A Historical Review and Scriptural Evaluation." by Rev. Carl W. Voss. (.pdf document, 56K)

FORUM #2: September 4 & 5, 2005

"The Scriptural Doctrine of the 'Una Sancta,'" by Prof. Roger Kuerth. (.pdf document, 152K)

"Exegesis of 2 John," by Rev. James Janke. (.pdf document, 271K)

FORUM #1: April 25 & 26, 2005

"Still the Power of God!" by Rev. Larry Ellenberger. (.pdf document, 24K)

"Fifteen Years Under the WELS MOV: Review and Reflection," by Prof. Marcus Manthey. (.pdf document, 238K)

"Financial Stewardship In the WELS," by Rev. James Seelow. (.pdf document, 71K)