Greater Wausau Christian Services

We minister to those who live in elder or assisted living facilities, or the Marathon County Jail. GWCS has been serving the Wausau Community since 1980.

Greater Wausau Christian Services is a cooperative mission of area congregations dedicated to offering Christian ministry to individuals (and their families) while those individuals are residents in elder-care facilities, the county jail, or the county juvenile center. Greater Wausau Christian Services has developed over the years as an agency of Christian compassion and hope in the Wausau area. I

Lives Touched Update - September 09/17/2024

See the latest impact numbers from our organization.

Lives Touched Update - September Liz Everson4 days ago1 min readLives Touched Update - SeptemberBy Ray Slatton"Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.”1 Corinthians 15:58Elder Care ...

September Newsletter Update 09/17/2024

Read the latest from our team in our September newsletter!

September Newsletter Update Liz Everson4 days ago3 min readSeptember Newsletter UpdateA Letter from the Pastor by Russell KampferAfter Jesus and his disciples arrived in Capernaum, the collectors of the temple tax came to Peter and asked, “Doesn’t your teacher pay the temple tax?” “Yes, he does,” he replied. When Pet...

08/19/2024
May Newsletter Update 06/20/2024

Here's our May Newsletter Update, introducing both Russell Kampfer and our new Coffee Hours!

May Newsletter Update

Lives Touched Update 06/20/2024

Read the latest "Lives Touched Update" by Ray Slatton!

Lives Touched Update Hear from Ray Slatton and the latest "Lives Touched" impacts made by GWCS.

Quarter 4 - Newsletter Update 03/12/2024

Update from the team at Greater Wausau Christian Services! https://www.gwcservices.org/post/quarter-4-newsletter-update

Quarter 4 - Newsletter Update Greetings! New things are happening at GWCS! Highlights from this winterOur Director, Chaplain Ray Slatton was very busy these last three months. This October he recovered from his July knee surgery, and then COVID in November, which restricted his work for a time. Despite that, he was doing God's W...

Empowering Communities Through Compassion and Service 02/22/2024

Read about our impact this past season for Kids Kount. Thank you volunteers!

Empowering Communities Through Compassion and Service In the heart of Wausau, Wisconsin, an organization stands as a beacon of hope and compassion—Greater Wausau Christian Services (GWCS). Committed to making a positive impact on the community, GWCS has been a driving force in providing support, assistance, and a helping hand to those in need. The or...

Photos from Homme Homes Wausau Campus ( Forest Park Village )'s post 02/13/2024
Quarter 3 - Newsletter Update 12/05/2023

Our Q3 newsletter is available!

Quarter 3 - Newsletter Update Hear from GWCS in their Quarter 3 newsletter update.

“Kids Kount” back to give gifts to kids with incarcerated parents over the holidays 12/05/2023

We were in the news! Thank you to all the volunteers who made this possible! We appreciate you!

“Kids Kount” back to give gifts to kids with incarcerated parents over the holidays Kids Kount received double the amount of donations in 2023 compared to 2022.

Wausau church gets help from U.S. Homeland Security to improve safety 11/03/2023

Wausau church gets help from U.S. Homeland Security to improve safety There are grants available to help your church or organization improve their safety equipment.

Photos from Trinity Lutheran Church & School - Wausau's post 11/01/2023

What an anniversary for Trinity Lutheran Church & School - Wausau!

You're needed! Christmas 2023 Kids Kount Program. Toy Give Away Begins. 10/06/2023

News! Our Kids Kount program is about to begin. Time to get into the Christmas spirit! Gift drop-off starts Oct 11. Read below to learn more.

You're needed! Christmas 2023 Kids Kount Program. Toy Give Away Begins. Kids Kount 2023 is about to start! Present Drop-Off starts Oct 11 and ends on Oct 31. We need your help!

09/19/2023

Hello Friends! Read about our Jail Ministry - and the impact our volunteers are making. Thank you everyone for your support and love. Want to get involved? Scroll to the bottom of the article. https://www.gwcservices.org/post/bringing-hope-behind-bars-the-impact-of-our-jail-ministry

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Check out our first Impact Video! Thank you volunteers for your love and compassion. It matters to us and those you serve.

Transforming Lives in Wausau: The Joseph Project 03/29/2023

Another session of the Joseph Project is coming up next month!

Transforming Lives in Wausau: The Joseph Project The Joseph Project is flourishing in Wausau thanks to a supportive community and an inspiring pastor. Learn more about The Joseph Project across Wisconsin: h...

02/13/2023

The Joseph Project returns in April!

Photos from Trinity Lutheran Church & School - Wausau's post 02/02/2023
Initiative offers path to cut workforce shortages 12/01/2022

The Business News offers a nice article on The Joseph Project:

Initiative offers path to cut workforce shortages For those who love a good comeback story, hiring managers across the spectrum of industries clamoring for workers could add a chapter for graduates of the Joseph Project.

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Timeline photos 08/08/2022

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319 N 4th Street
Wausau, WI
54403

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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