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Congregational Anniversaries (March 2018)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. The deadline for re­ceipt of such notices is the 10th of the month two months prior to the publi­cation month (e.g., March 10 for the May issue). Send notices to notices@lcms.org. — Ed. 

There are no anniversary announcements this month.


Congregational Anniversaries (March 2018)

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ANNIVERSARIES 

The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. The deadline for re­ceipt of such notices is the 10th of the month two months prior to the publi­cation month (e.g., March 10 for the May issue). Send notices to notices@lcms.org. — Ed. 

There are no anniversary announcements this month.

Congregational Anniversaries (April 2018)

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     The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. The deadline for re­ceipt of such notices is the 10th of the month two months prior to the publi­cation month (e.g., April 10 for the June/July issue). Send notices to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

Christus Victor Lutheran Church, Knoxville, Tenn., is celebrating its 50th anniversary May 6. There will be food and drinks to follow plus some sharing from charter member. Dr. Paavola will be here to share in the day as well.

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Beemer, Neb., is celebrating its 150th anniversary Sunday, July 8. We will celebrate at our annual Mission Fest service, with guest preacher, Rev. Michael Frese, great-grand-nephew of Immanuel’s first pastor. There will be catered lunch and activities in the afternoon. For information, call 402-528-7253 or email revmayes@hotmail.com.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Wisconsin Dells, Wis., will celebrate its 100th anniversary April 22, with a special service at 2:30 p.m. Following the service, a fellowship dinner will be held at the Community Center in Lake Delton. For information and tickets, call 608-253-3241.

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Cleveland, Ohio, will celebrate its 175th anniversary Sunday, April 29, during 10:15 a.m. service. Rev. Dr. Roosevelt Gray will preach. A banquet will follow at 12:30 p.m. at Brennan’s Banquet Center with entertainment by The Singing Angels. For information and reservations, call 216-861-2179 before April 14.

Congregational Anniversaries (May 2018)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. The deadline for re­ceipt of such notices is the 10th of the month two months prior to the publi­cation month (e.g., June 10 for the August issue). Send notices to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

 

Grace Lutheran Church, Summerville, S.C., is celebrating its 40th anniversary Saturday, May 19, with a fellowship reception at 3:00 in Grace Hall, followed by a catered dinner at 5:30. Tickets are required; contact Maria by May 12 at 706-612-0879 or lutheranlady61@yahoo.com.

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Alpha, Minn., is celebrating its 125th anniversary Sunday, July 1, at a 10:00 a.m. service. Rev. Mark P. Grunst and Rev. Richard Bremseth will lead the worship. RSVP to Paula Bargfrede at immanuel125@mail.com or 507-847-3629 by June 20 for a picnic meal.

Martini Lutheran Church, Baltimore, Md., is celebrating its 150th anniversary on May 13, with an anniversary service. The celebration also includes hosting the Kantorei of Concordia Theological Seminary, an album documenting the anniversary year and a history book: Heart and Soul.

Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Freedom, Mo., is celebrating its 150th anniversary June 3. District president, Rev. Dr. Lee Hagan, will be guest preacher at the 10:30 a.m. service. A light lunch and “cemetery walk” will follow. For more information, call 314-791-6401 or check the website, www.pilgrimlutheranfreedom.org.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Jackson, Mich., is celebrating its 150th anniversary June 10, with Rev. Dr. Dale Mayer, president of Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, preaching at the 9:30 a.m. service. Additionally, Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison, LCMS president, will preach on October 21. For more details, visit www.timjackson.com.

Trinity Lutheran Church and School, Stewardson, Ill., is celebrating its 150th anniversary with a special service June 3, at 10:00 a.m., with guest preacher Rev. John Oberdeck. A catered meal and 2:00 p.m. German-themed service with guest preacher, Rev. David Mahsman, will also be part of the celebration. For more information, call 217-682-3881.

Congregational Anniversaries (June/July 2018)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. The deadline for re­ceipt of such notices is the 10th of the month two months prior to the publi­cation month (e.g., July 10 for the September issue). Send notices to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

 

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Albuquerque, N.M., is celebrating its 100th anniversary October 26 through 28. A special worship service will be held October 28 with a luncheon to follow. For more information, email ILCABQ100th@gmail.com or call 505-242-0616.

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Shobonier, Ill., is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its church building July 15, at 2:00 p.m. Lunch will be served from 11:00 to 1:00, followed by a presentation by David Knecht. Rev. Bruce Milash is guest preacher; Doug Meyer is guest liturgist. For reservations, call 618-846-8282 before June 30.

Saint John’s Lutheran Church, Victor, Iowa, is celebrating its 150th anniversary June 24. Former Pastor Eric Allyn will preach at the 9 a.m. service; Rev. Dr. Wally Schultz will preach at the 2 p.m. anniversary service with Pastor Rethwisch officiating. A meal will be served between services; all are invited. For information, email st.johnslchurch@gmail.com.

St. Paul Lutheran Church, Boone, Iowa, is celebrating its 150th anniversary August 11 and 12. Rev. Allen Henderson will speak at the August 11 evening program. Rev. Michael Standfest and Rev. Stephen Turner will preach on August 12. RSVP to donstoll@wildblue.net for meals served August 11 and 12.

St. Paul’s Lutheran School, Fulda, Minn., is celebrating its 125th anniversary Saturday, July 14, and Sunday, July 15. Plan now to attend this exciting milestone event featuring Pastor Shawn Ethridge and former St. Paul’s student, Rev. Kirk Clayton. For information, call 507-425-2258 or email stpaulsfulda@yahoo.com. RSVP by June 1.

Trinity Lutheran Church, McFarland, Kans., is celebrating its 125th anniversary July 15. Rev. Robert Grimm will be the preacher at the 10:00 a.m. service. The celebration will also include a noon meal and program. RSVP meal reservations on or before July 1 to Nora at mnlietz@gmail.com or call Doris Schmidt at 785-765-3478. 

Zion Lutheran Church, Altamont, Ill., is celebrating its 125th anniversary Sunday, July 8. Rev. David Bueltmann is guest speaker at the 11:00 a.m. celebration. Liturgist is Rev. Marcus Manley, Zion pastor. A catered meal will be served immediately following the service. RSVP to zion.altamont@gmail.com by June 30.

Zion Lutheran Church, Chanute, Kan., is celebrating its 75th anniversary June 24. Worship service at 9:30 a.m. will be followed by lunch and a celebration service at 2:00. For information, call 620-431-1341 or email zionchanute@sbcglobal.net. 

Zion Lutheran Church, Chippewa Falls, Wis., is celebrating its 150th anniversary June 24, at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Dr. Carl Fickenscher is guest preacher.

Zion Lutheran Church, Rockville, Mo., is celebrating its 150th anniversary June 9, with the second annual barbecue and dessert contest. Additional celebration events are planned for June 17 and July 15. “Come help us celebrate!”

Congregational Anniversaries (August 2018)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. The deadline for re­ceipt of such notices is the 10th of the month two months prior to the publi­cation month (e.g., August 10 for the October issue). Send notices to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Blue Earth, Minn., is celebrating its 150th anniversary Sunday, September 9, with church service and meal. For more information, contact Karen Koestler at 507-526-2259 or lkkoestler@bevcomm.net.

Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Aquebogue, N.Y., will celebrate its 100th anniversary August 18, with a special worship service at 5 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Derek Lecakes, LCMS Atlantic District president. For additional information, contact the church office at 631-722-4000 extension 2.

St. John Lutheran Church, Drake, Mo., is celebrating its 150th anniversary Sunday, September 23, with 8:30 a.m. Bible Study, a 10 a.m. service and lunch to follow. For more information, call 314-791-6401 or visit www.stjohnlutheran-drake.com.

St. John Lutheran Church, Mount Prospect, Ill., is celebrating its 170th anniversary Sunday, September 30, with a special service at 10:30 a.m. led by Pastor Jeff G. Gavin. Special guest will be Tim Hetzner, President of Lutheran Church Charities and the nationally-recognized Comfort Dog Ministry. The service will be followed by a luncheon at a local facility. For more information, check www.stjohn-mpil.org.

St. Mark Lutheran Church, Butte, Mont., will be celebrating its 130th anniversary on September 23, at 3:00 p.m. worship service, led by guest, Rev. Al Ebel. There will be a catered meal following the service. For additional information, email mavjmm@hotmail.com.

Salem Lutheran Church, Barron, Wis., is celebrating its 125th anniversary with a special service August 19, at 9:00 a.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Dwayne Lueck, president of the LCMS North Wisconsin District. There will be a picnic dinner at noon. For more details, call 715-537-3011.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Appleton, Minn., will celebrate its 100th anniversary Sunday, September 16, with a worship service at 9:00 a.m. followed by coffee, fellowship and time to view photo displays. At 10:30 a.m., a program will feature former pastors, congregational members and music. A catered meal will be served at noon. There is no charge for the meal; to facilitate planning, please make reservation by calling 320-289-1342 or emailing trinityappleton@mediacombb.net.

Congregational Anniversaries (September 2018)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. The deadline for re­ceipt of such notices is the 10th of the month two months prior to the publi­cation month (e.g., September 10 for the November issue). Send notices to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

 

Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, San Rafael, Calif., is celebrating its 60th anniversary October 7. Rev. Dr. Alan Piotter will preach at the 9:30 a.m. service. Luncheon will take place at 11:30 a.m., with a concert at 1:30 p.m. For more information and to RSVP, call the church office at 415-479-1334.

St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Port Hope, Mich., is celebrating its sesquicentennial on September 16. Rev. Dr. Charles Gieschen, Academic Dean & Professor of Exegetical Theology, Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Ind., will preach at the 3:00 p.m. service.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Paola, Kan., is celebrating its 150th anniversary November 4. Rev. Dr. Lane Burgland, former pastor, will preach at the 10:00 a.m. service. Guest preacher for the 2:00 p.m. service will be Rev. Peter Lange, Kansas district president. A building dedication and luncheon will follow the morning service; a reception will follow the afternoon service. For more information, call or email Pastor Kevin Vogt at 913-849-3711 or trinitylutheranblock@gmail.com.

Trinity Lutheran Church and School, Crown Point, Ind., will finish its 150th anniversary celebrations with services at 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. October 7, followed by a catered lunch at noon. RSVP at emaxwell@cps.k12.in.us or call 219-663-1578.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Monroeville, Pa., is celebrating its 125th anniversary September 23, with a special worship service at 1:00 p.m. Lunch follows the service.

Zion Lutheran Church, Vassar, Kan., is celebrating its 125th anniversary October 28 at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. Tom Harries as guest preacher. Light refreshments will follow in the fellowship hall. All are invited; RSVP by October 1 at zionvassar.rsvpify.com.

Congregational Anniversaries (October 2018)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. Send notices at least three months in advance to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

 

St. John Lutheran Church, Woodbury, Minn., is celebrating its 150th anniversary. A banquet will be held Saturday, December 8; on Sunday, December 9, former pastor, Neldo Schmidt will lead worship. For more information, check www.facebook.com/SJLCWoodburyMN or call 651-436-6621.

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Potter, Neb., is celebrating its 100th anniversary October 21. Past Wyoming District President, Rev. Dr. Ron Garwood will be guest preacher at the 10:30 a.m. service with current pastor Rev. Ted Bourret preaching at the 2:00 p.m. service. A meal will be serviced between services. For more information, email Luther2@vistabeam.com.

Zion Lutheran Church, Pasadena, Texas, is celebrating its 75th anniversary October 20 and 21. Saturday’s celebration will include a catered meal and activities. Festivities on Sunday will include a continental breakfast with celebration service at 10:30 with Rev. Rick Pfaff as guest preacher. For information, call 281-991-8600 or email zicglandgraf@att.net.

Zion Lutheran Church, Chippewa Falls, Wis., will be celebrating its 150th anniversary October 28. Rev. Dr. Carl Fickenscher will serve as guest preacher at our rescheduled service of celebration at 2:00 p.m.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Stockton, Calif., will be celebrating its 95th anniversary with light refreshments following church service led by Pastor Jeff Morey. Date is tentatively set for October 21. For more information, contact Pam or Bill Rapp at 209-478-8088.

West Portal Lutheran Church and School, San Francisco, Calif., is celebrating its 75th anniversary October 20 and 21, with a banquet Saturday evening, and two services on Sunday. Rev. Dr. Peter Nafzger of Concordia Seminary St. Louis will be guest speaker and preacher for the weekend activities. For more information, call 415-661-0242.


Congregational Anniversaries (November 2018)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. Send notices at least three months in advance to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

 

First Lutheran Church, Little Rock, Ark., is celebrating its 150th anniversary December 9, with guest Pastor Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz leading the special worship service at 3:00 p.m. For more information, contact 501-372-1023 or 1stlutheran@att.net.

South Shore Trinity Lutheran Church, White Bear Lake, Minn., is celebrating its 75th anniversary December 1 and 2. The Rev. Daniel Keinath and Rev. John Christenson will be guest preachers for the weekend. A catered meal on Sunday will be followed by a 2:00 p.m. program. For additional information, contact Edwin Lundgren at ejlundgren@mac.com or check the church website, www.sstwbl.org.

Congregational Anniversaries (December 2018)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. Send notices at least three months in advance to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Arlington, Nebraska, is celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2019. This year-long celebration will begin with a special service January 6. Dr. Dale Meyer, former Lutheran Hour speaker will be guest speaker for the service. A meal will follow the service. Email rrh@abbnebraska.com for additional information.

Congregational Anniversaries (January 2019)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. Send notices at least three months in advance to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

 

There are no anniversary notices for this issue.

 

Congregational Anniversaries (February 2019)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. Send notices at least three months in advance to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

 

Trinity Lutheran Church, Billings, Mont., is celebrating its 100th anniversary March 16 and 17, with Emeritus Pastor Richard Thompson as guest preacher. A brunch and program will follow Sunday worship; Montana district president, Terry Forke, will lead the program. For information and meal reservations, phone the church office at 406-245-3984.

St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Edgar, Wis., is celebrating its 150th anniversary June 30. Sunday worship at 10:15 a.m. will be followed by lunch at noon. Reservations appreciated. The 2:00 p.m. celebration worship service will be followed by fellowship. Contact secretary@bethstj.org or 715-352-2888.

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. Send notices at least three months in advance to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

 

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Haxtun, Colo., is celebrating its 100th anniversary June 23. Former pastors Rev. Albert Quoss and Rev. David Loeschke will be guest speakers. Morning service is at 9:00 a.m. followed by a meal served from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Afternoon celebration service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Call 970-774-6236 for more information.

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Random Lake, Wis., is celebrating its 150th anniversary May 19. Rev. Dr. Paul Robinson of Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, will serve as guest preacher. A school and confirmation reunion is also planned for July 28, with Rev. Dr. Ronald Meyer scheduled to deliver the message.

The Lutheran Student Center (Immanuel Lutheran Church), Macomb, Ill., is celebrating its 50th anniversary March 31, at 2:00 p.m. For information or to arrange transportation from the Macomb train depot, email Pastor Mike Burdick at lutheran@macomb.com or call 309-833-5483.

Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church, Garrison, Minn., is celebrating its 40th anniversary May 19, during 10:00 a.m. service. Former pastor, Rev. Terry Gryzbowski, will serve as guest preacher. Dinner will follow the service. For information, contact Pastor Thomas Petersen at sotlpastortom@gmail.com.

Congregational Anniversaries (April 2019)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. Send notices at least three months in advance to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Adair, Okla., is celebrating its 100th anniversary May 5 at 4:00 p.m. with Oklahoma district president Barrie Henke preaching. The service will be followed by a catered meal. For information, call the church office at 918-785-2994.

Trinity Lutheran Church of Glendora, Buchanan, Mich., is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a special service April 7 at 10:00 a.m. Rev. David Maier, president of the Michigan District, will be guest speaker. A meal will follow the service. For additional information, email telcglendora@gmail.com.

Zion St. John Lutheran Church, Wisner, Neb., is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the merger of the old Zion and the old St. John congregations, on June 9, with a Mission Fest service at 10:30 a.m. Rev. William Voelker, first pastor to serve at Zion St. John Lutheran Church, will be guest preacher. Catered lunch and program will follow the service. For more information, contact Rev. Robert Mayes at revmayes@hotmail.com or 402-528-7253.

Congregational Anniversaries (May 2019)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. Send notices at least three months in advance to notices@lcms.org. — Ed. 

Bethesda Lutheran Church, Hot Springs, S.D., is celebrating its 100th anniversary July 6 and 7. South Dakota district president, Pastor Scott Sailer, will be guest preacher for the 9:00 a.m. worship service July 7. Special meals will be served July 6 and 7. For information, contact Beth Spitzer at spitfire@qwtc.net.

Grace Lutheran Church, Escondido, Calif., is celebrating its 100th anniversary May 19, with a 10:00 a.m. service and lunch served following the service. RSVP at 760-745-0831 ext. 7114 or https://tinyurl.com/grace100th.

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Leland, Mich., is celebrating its 150th anniversary with special services and guest preachers on June 9, July 21 and August 25.  The 3:00 p.m. divine service on August 25 will also feature a brass quartet and festival choir. For more information, contact pastorjoshualafeve@gmail.com.

St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Monett, Mo., is “Celebrating a Century of Faithfulness” with special events on June 1, August 3 and August 4. Special anniversary items will also be available for purchase. For additional information, check www.stjohnsmonett.com or call 417-235-3416.

St. John’s Lutheran Church, Geneseo, Ill., is celebrating its 150th anniversary Sunday, June 23. Rev. Mark Miller, president of the Central Illinois district will be guest speaker at the 2:00 celebration service followed by an ice cream social. For more information, call 309-949-2516 or email churchoffice@stjohnsgeneseo.org.

St. Peter Lutheran Church, Vincennes, Ind., is celebrating its 150th anniversary June 9. Rev. Dr. Lawrence Rast, president of Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, will be the guest preacher at the 10:00 a.m. service followed by a meal. For more information, email stpeter.lcms.vin@gmail.com.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Harvel, Ill., is celebrating its 125th anniversary June 30. Former pastors Dr. Paul Hoffman and Dr. Scott Busacker will lead the 11:00 service followed by a dinner and program. For more information, contact 217-229-3273 or trinitylutheranharvel@gmail.com.


Congregational Anniversaries (June/July 2019)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. Send notices at least three months in advance to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

Christus Rex Lutheran Church, Rio Rico, Ariz., is celebrating its 50th anniversary June 9. A meal will be served following the 9:00 a.m. service. Contact Pastor Vernon Schindler at belvaschin@aol.com or 520-243-0284 for more information.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Cleveland, Texas, is celebrating its 50th anniversary June 23. Former pastor, Lowell Rossow, will be the guest speaker for the 10:30 a.m. service. A barbecue lunch will be provided following the service. For information, contact sec_gslc.lcms@yahoo.com.

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Clarinda, Iowa, is celebrating its 150th anniversary September 1. Rev. Jerome Wagoner will be guest preacher at the 9:00 a.m. service, with a meal following at 11:00. Rev. Wally Arp will be guest preacher at the 1:00 p.m. service; reception follows. For information, call 712-542-4266.

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Houston, Texas, is celebrating its 100th anniversary August 4. Rev. Michael Newman, Texas district president, will be the guest homilist. Reception and Campus Open House will follow the service. Former members and alumni are encouraged to send current contact information to Immanuel.100.Houston@gmail.com or call 713-864-2651 for more information.

Salem Lutheran Church, Homewood, Ill., is celebrating its 100th anniversary beginning with an 11:00 a.m. service followed by an old-fashioned picnic August 11. A celebration service will be held at 4:00 p.m. October 20, featuring Dr. Dale Meyer. For additional information, call 708-798-1820.

St. John’s Lutheran Church, Honey Creek, Iowa, will be celebrating its 125th anniversary June 23. St. John’s was officially organized March 10, 1894.

St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church, Atkins Iowa, is celebrating its 150th anniversary July 6 and 7 with former pastor, Rev. Robert Stohlmann of Austin, Minn. Preaching at the 7:00 p.m. service Saturday evening with ice cream social following. Former pastor Rev. Robert Hedtke of Fort Wayne will preach at the 10:00 a.m. Sunday service with meal following. For more information email office@sslchurch.org of see website www.sslchurch.org.

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Elgin, Minn., is celebrating its 125th anniversary June 29 and 30. On Sunday, June 30, services will be held at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. with former pastor, Rev. Ronald Jobe, preaching.  An anniversary dinner and fellowship are scheduled between services. A wine-tasting social will be held Saturday evening, June 29. For information, and to make reservation, email trinitylutheranelgin@gmail.com or call 507-876-2671.

Zion Lutheran Church, Claire City, S.D., will celebrate its 125th anniversary June 16. North Dakota District president Rev. Arie Bertsch will be guest preacher. A noon meal will follow the service.

Zion Lutheran Church, Hoffman, Minn., is celebrating its 100th anniversary July 14. The 11:00 a.m. service will be followed by a meal. The afternoon program starts at 1:30 with guest speaker, Rev. Dennis Lorenz, a former Lutheran confirmation and high school graduate. Call 320-760-9450 for additional information.

 

Congregational Anniversaries (August 2019)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. Send notices at least three months in advance to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

Ascension Lutheran Church, Montreal, QC, Canada, is celebrating its 90th anniversary Saturday, September 14, at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call Deb at 438-498-3698 or email pastor@ascensionlutheran.ca.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Arnold, Mo., is celebrating its 50th anniversary September 29. Rev. Dr. R. Lee Hagan, president of the Missouri District, will be guest preacher for the 10:00 a.m. worship service, with a meal following at noon. For more information, call 636-296-1292 or visit www.goodshepherdarnold.org.

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Olivette, Mo., began its 175th anniversary celebration June 9 with service led by Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison, president of the LCMS, preaching. Additional celebration events continue throughout the year. For information, contact cerdmann@immanueldayschool.org or call 314-993-2394.

Living Christ Lutheran Church, Chanhassen, Minn., is celebrating its 50th anniversary September 14, with a banquet at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. For tickets, please call 952-934-5110. On Sunday, September 15, celebratory services will be held at 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. with refreshments served between services.

Memorial Lutheran Church, Sioux Falls, S.D., will be celebrating its 75th anniversary Sunday, September 8, with service at 9:30 a.m. with meal and afternoon activities to follow. For more information, call 605-334-7133 or email getinvolved@memoriallutheran.net.

St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, Linkville, Mich., is celebrating its 125th anniversary August 4. Rev. Dr. Paul Grime of Concordia Theological Seminary will be the guest preacher at the 9:30 a.m. service. Lunch and fellowship will follow the service. For information, call 989-453-2271.

St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wichita Falls, Texas, is celebrating its 125th anniversary with special events September 7 and 8, with an all-church and school reunion and special service on September 8, at 4:00 p.m., featuring guest speaker. Also, on October 13, Mr. Scott Hyslop will perform an organ concert and hymn sing. For additional information, check www.stpaulwft.org or call 940-322-6112.

Congregational Anniversaries (September 2019)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. Send notices at least three months in advance to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

Faith Lutheran Church, Denver, Colo., is celebrating its 75th anniversary September 22. Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. For more information and driving directions, visit www.faith-lutheran-lcms.org.

Faith Lutheran Church, Prescott, Mich., is celebrating its 50th anniversary September 8, at 11:00 a.m. with former pastor Rev. Virgil Bening as guest speaker. Dinner and program will follow the service. For information, email faithfamily303@gmail.com.

Grace Lutheran Church, Norfolk, Neb., is celebrating its 100th anniversary September 28 and 29. Catered meal and program will be held September 28 in the evening. Dr. Dale Meyer will conduct service September 29. For more information or to RSVP, email grace100years@gmail.com or see www.gracelutherannorfolk.com.

Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Rocklin, Calif., is celebrating its 30th anniversary September 21. Please note this date has changed from September 14 since the print version of this issue was published. New date for this event is September 21.

Peace Lutheran Church, Kansas City, Mo., is celebrating its 65th anniversary September 29. Rev. James Schnackenburg will deliver the sermon for the 10:00 a.m. service with guest liturgist Rev. David Reimitz and Rev. David Rolf officiating. A meal and special program will follow the service. For more information, call 816-353-3813 or email hroexman@yahoo.com.

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Freedom, Pa., is celebrating its 170th anniversary October 20. Potluck dinner will follow Sunday service. Rev. Dr. Chris Wicher will speak on the history of LCMS in our region. Contact the church office for details at 724-728-3881.

St. John’s Lutheran Church (Schubert), Jefferson City, Mo., is celebrating its 175th/105th anniversary September 15. Seminarian Miguel Barcelos of Portugal will be guest preacher at the 10:00 a.m. service. An anniversary dinner will be held at noon. Rev. Nabil Nour, will be guest preacher at the 2:00 p.m. service. A reception will follow. For more information, call 573-395-4591.

St. Paul Lutheran Church, Garner, Iowa is celebrating its 125th anniversary October 13. Festivities include a 9:00 a.m. “Meet-and-Greet” coffee, 10:00 a.m. worship service followed by a catered mail about 11:30 a.m. Former Pastor Rev. James I. Lamb will be guest speaker for the 10:00 a.m. service.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Pine Bluff, Ark., is celebrating its 125th anniversary October 20, with a special service at 10:45 a.m., with Rev. Dr. David Bahn preaching. A special luncheon will be served following the service. Please RSVP with the church office at 870-534-4316 or trinityowr@gmail.com by September 15.

Trinity Lutheran School, Atchison, Kan., is celebrating its 150th anniversary September 29. Special church services will be held at 8:00 and 10:30 a.m. with a banquet and program to follow. For more information, contact the school office at 913-367-4763.

Zion Lutheran Church, Leigh, Neb., is celebrating its 125th anniversary September 29, with a service at 9:30 a.m. and a meal and activities following. For more information, call 402-487-2502.

Congregational Anniversaries (October 2019)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. Send notices at least three months in advance to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Gretna, Neb., is celebrating its 40th anniversary November 3. Rev. Richard Greenthaner is preaching in the 8:00 service. Rev. Joel Wallschlaeger will be preaching in the 9:30 service; and, an anniversary program and dinner will begin at 10:45. For more information, call 402-332-3345 or email gslc@gslcgretna.org.

Saint John Lutheran Church, Detroit, Mich., is celebrating its 140th anniversary with a luncheon October 26, and a celebratory church service October 27. Rev. Dr. Roosevelt Gray, director of LCMS Black Ministry, will be guest speaker at both events. Contact 313-933-9360 or 248-797-8338 or Rachel at dmr1253@comcast.com.

Saint Paul Lutheran Church, Phoenix, Ariz., is celebrating its 60th anniversary Sunday, October 20. The Office of Vespers will be prayed at 3:00 p.m. followed by a special catered meal in the fellowship hall. Rev. Dr. Clinton J. Armstrong of Concordia – Irvine will serve as guest preacher. For more information, please call the church office at 623-846-2228 or email info@stpaullutheran-az.com

St. John Lutheran Church, San Benito, Texas, is celebrating its 100th anniversary October 20, at 4:00 p.m. with refreshments following the service. Pastor Christopher Richardson will be officiating with Pastors Marcus Mueller and Lynn Lubke in attendance. For further information, call 956-399-3422.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Houston, Texas, is celebrating its 140th anniversary Sunday, November 10. Texas district president, Pastor Michael Newman, will be guest preacher at the 8:15 and 10:50 a.m. services. A reception will be held after each service. For more information, call 713-224-0684.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Mena, Ark., is celebrating its 120th anniversary with several special services in the coming year, the first of which is October 13, at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Ron Bacic will be guest preacher. Call 479-394-1290 or email tlcmenaar@gmail.com for more information.

Trinity Lutheran Church and School, Monroe, Mich., is celebrating its 175th anniversary with special services at 8:30 and 11:00 November 10. Rev. Dr. Mandla Khumalo, bishop of the Confessional Lutheran Synod of South Africa, will be speaking. For more information, email info@trinitylutheranmonroe.org.

Christ Lincoln (Yankee Hill Campus), Lincoln, Neb., is celebrating its 70th anniversary October 20. Services will be held at all locations with special music at Sanctuary Worship. Visit www.christlincoln.org for service times.

Congregational Anniversaries (November 2019)

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The Lutheran Witness welcomes notices 50 words or less from LCMS congre­gations about their upcoming “milestone” anniversaries. Send notices at least three months in advance to notices@lcms.org. — Ed.

 

Peace Lutheran Church, Robbinsdale, Minn., is celebrating its 75th anniversary with a special meal/program/celebration Saturday, November 2, starting at 4:00 p.m., and a special dedication worship service Sunday, November 3, at 9:15 a.m. Call the church office at 763-533-0570, to RSVP/for more information.

 

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