05/10/2026
Many of us have felt overwhelmed by current events in our nation and throughout the world, wondering: Can we make a difference? Is it our calling to speak up? How can we do that? Ian Schmitt Ernst, a recent graduate of Wauwatosa East and an organizer for Wisconsin Conservation Voters, shared his personal experience as an advocate for public policy changes. He talked about how he has answered some of those questions and acted on his hopes. The group also looked at the whys and hows of faith-based advocacy here at St. Matthew’s, in our Greater Milwaukee Synod, and in the ELCA. The Holy Spirit does great work through the gathered community!
Many of us have felt overwhelmed by current events in our nation and throughout the world, wondering: Can we make a difference? Is it our calling to speak up...