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- 1Man arrested after crucifix set on fire in West Bend church▼50-year-old man arrested after allegedly setting crucifix on fire in West Bend church
Police in West Bend, Wisconsin have arrested a 50-year-old man accused of setting a crucifix on fire inside a local church. The incident, first reported by TMJ4 News, has drawn attention given the deliberate targeting of a religious symbol in a place of worship. Authorities have not detailed a possible motive, and charges against the suspect were not immediately disclosed.
- 2Downtown Madison church marks 175 years of history▼Downtown church’s history follows Madison’s story for 175 years
A downtown Madison church is marking its 175th anniversary, with coverage noting how its history has mirrored the growth and changes of the city itself since the mid-19th century. The congregation's story is presented as a lens on Madison's development, from its early days through its evolution into Wisconsin's capital city.
- 3Wisconsin Church Volunteers Roll 550 Rounds of Lefse Before Noon▼Once a Year, 30 Volunteers Descend on a Wisconsin Church Basement to Roll 550 Rounds of Lefse Before Noon. There Are Rules
Around 30 volunteers gather each year in a Wisconsin church basement to make 550 rounds of lefse, the Norwegian potato flatbread, all before noon. The annual effort comes with strict rules on how the delicate flatbread is rolled and handled. Stories like this resonate around the holidays, when Scandinavian-American food traditions and church community events get renewed attention.
- 4Green Bay church issues statement on homelessness▼Green Bay church shares statement related to homelessness issues
A church in Green Bay, Wisconsin, has released a public statement addressing homelessness issues in the area. Local outlet WLUK reported on the statement, which has drawn attention in the community. The church's position on how it will engage with homelessness and people affected by it is the focus of local discussion.
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Mission Church has held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new campus in the Fox Valley region of Wisconsin. The event marks the start of construction on a new location for the growing congregation, a milestone for the church and its local community.
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Irene Church, a longtime resident of Kenosha, Wisconsin, has died at the age of 96, according to an obituary published by Kenosha News. Born in 1929, she lived through nearly a century of local and national history. Friends and family are invited to view the obituary and leave memories or condolences online.
- 7Pastor Barred From US Leads Wisconsin Church From Guatemala▼Barred From the U.S., a Pastor Leads his Wisconsin Church From Guatemala
A pastor has been barred from entering the United States and is now leading his Wisconsin congregation remotely from Guatemala. His church continues to gather under his leadership, with services and pastoral duties handled from abroad. The case is drawing attention within religious communities and raising questions about immigration decisions affecting faith leaders serving American congregations.
- 8Boulder Junction Community Church opens new gathering place▼Boulder Junction Community Church opens gathering place for community events and gatherings
Boulder Junction Community Church in Wisconsin has opened a new gathering place intended to host community events and meetings. The space gives local residents and groups a venue for activities beyond regular worship services, adding to the small northern Wisconsin town's limited public facilities.
- 9Ryan Craig Schmidt of Waukesha dies in 2026▼Ryan Craig Schmidt Obituary (2026) - Waukesha, WI - Church & Chapel Funeral Home - Waukesha/Pewaukee
An obituary for Ryan Craig Schmidt has been published through Church & Chapel Funeral Home, serving Waukesha and Pewaukee, Wisconsin, noting his death in 2026. The notice provides funeral arrangement details and memorial information for family and friends in the Waukesha area. Beyond the announcement of his passing, no further details about his life or the circumstances of his death have been made public.
- 10Deported pastor leads Wisconsin congregation from Guatemala▼US deportations: Barred from the US, a pastor leads his Wisconsin church from Guatemala
A pastor deported from the United States and barred from re-entry is continuing to lead his Wisconsin church remotely from Guatemala. His story highlights how toughened US deportation policies are separating religious leaders from their congregations, with churches adapting as members of the clergy are removed from the country.
- 11Mass returns to St. Mary Parish in Menasha●'Sign of rebirth;' Mass returns to St. Mary Parish in Menasha
Mass has resumed at St. Mary Parish in Menasha, Wisconsin, an event being described by the parish as a sign of rebirth. The return of services marks a significant moment for the local Catholic community, which has welcomed worshippers back to the church. Further details on why the Mass had been suspended were not provided.