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WELSTech exists to explore the use of technology to further the spread of the gospel. Episodes are released weekly. http://welstech.wels.net

06/01/2026

Eighteen and a half years. 777 episodes. And one unforgettable farewell.

In this milestone WELSTech episode, Martin Spriggs and Sallie Draper mark the end of an era as Sallie shares that she will be retiring from WELS — and from WELSTech. Episode 777 is their final show together as co-hosts, and they spend it doing what they do best: looking back, laughing, and pointing to the God who blessed every episode along the way.

https://welstech.wels.org/2026/06/01/777-from-wagon-train-to-airplane

05/14/2026

What happens when you feed years of podcast transcripts into an AI and ask it to roast your long-time guest hosts, Dr. Rachel Renno and Jason Schmidt? WELSTech episode 776, that's what! You won't want to miss the standout phrase that should be cross-stitched on a pillow and lots more WELSTech goodness!

https://welstech.wels.org/2026/05/14/776-wholly-unauthorized

04/30/2026

Sallie's voice may not be at 100%, but the show must go on! In this episode of WELSTech, Martin and Sallie power through to explore one of the most practical questions in this Season of AI: what does AI actually look like in *your* ministry context?

https://welstech.wels.org/2026/04/30/775-cough-drops-and-use-cases

04/16/2026

There was a QR code on the donut table. Not a sign on the wall. Not a flyer on the bulletin board. A little coaster, right next to the donuts, that said "Scan to Give." And honestly? That's the "hole" episode.

https://welstech.wels.org/2026/04/16/774-sprinkles-and-shortlinks

04/02/2026

What if your AI assistant already knew your school handbook, your church’s mission statement, your newsletter archives — and you never had to explain any of it again? That’s the promise of AI workspaces, and in this episode Martin and Sallie break down how to put them to work in a ministry setting.

https://welstech.wels.net/2026/04/02/773-give-it-a-desk/

03/19/2026

Tune in to episode 772 of WELSTech for a lively discussion on right-sizing technology for the classroom. Our friends Jason and Rachel are back with a rubric utility, Adobe free education resources, and a sprinkling of AI as well. You’ll be shouting “BINGO!” before you know it!

https://welstech.wels.net/2026/03/19/772-the-pendulum-swings/

03/05/2026

Welcome back to WELSTech, a conversation at the intersection of ministry and technology for over 18 years! Today we look at the newly released Artificial Intelligence Ethical Framework and Risk Matrix. Martin has a free diagramming tool while Sallie shares an affordable new Apple laptop. Plus the community feedback segment includes news of Gen Z returning to religion.

https://welstech.wels.net/2026/03/05/771-human-connection-in-a-digital-age/

02/19/2026

It’s time for WELSTech 770, your bi-weekly dive into ministry and technology topics of the day. And today the conversation centers around tech to assist with managing a strategic plan. Also in this episode, learn more about the upcoming Taste of Missions event and a helpful new iOS app. Plus, get the “skinny” on Sallie’s hardware pick of the week.

https://welstech.wels.net/2026/02/19/770-your-strategic-plan/

02/05/2026

This episode of WELSTech features an interview with Ryan Kirchoff where he shares an overview of his recent Leadership Conference presentation on our favorite topic – Artificial Intelligence. "Are you an influencer" is the topic of an upcoming webinar. Sallie has a new favorite song, and Martin has a new favorite gadget. Which one will be your favorite?

https://hubs.li/Q0421p8D0

01/22/2026

Tune into this episode of WELSTech for a master class in herding cats as we navigate a lively discussion of the MLC degree and certificate offerings for technology directors. There’s also a broad range of picks of the week, Martin’s Screens and Souls presentation from Leadership Conference, and some free Google training to discuss.

https://welstech.wels.net/2026/01/22/768-many-hats-many-cats/

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