Congregational Anniversaries (October 2019)

September 27, 2019, 8:13 am

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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 40^th 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 140^th 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 100^th 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.

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Gulfport, Miss., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary with Southern District president Eric Johnson preaching at a special service on Sunday, November 3. A catered luncheon with slideshow and memory sharing will follow; and a fish fry supporting local law enforcement will be held on Saturday, November 2, from noon to 2:00 p.m.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Houston, Texas, is celebrating its 140^th 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 120^th 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 175^th 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 70^th anniversary October 20. Services will be held at all locations with special music at Sanctuary Worship. Visit www.christlincoln.org for service times.

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Congregational Anniversaries (November 2019)

October 31, 2019, 6:15 am

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Peace Lutheran Church, Robbinsdale, Minn., is celebrating its 75^th 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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Congregational Anniversaries (December 2019)

November 27, 2019, 11:36 am

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Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, Midland, Texas, is celebrating its 90^th anniversary in 2020 with events held January 25, April 26 and November 8. For details, contact Grace at office@gracelutheranmidlandtx.org or call 432-697-3221.

Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, Brownton, Minn., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary with special events held December 26, April 26 and July 12. Dr. Lucas Woodford will be guest speaker for the service July 12. Call 320-328-5522 or check www.immanuellutheranbrownton.org for information.

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Congregational Anniversaries (January 2020)

January 2, 2020, 12:16 pm

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Redeemer Lutheran Church, Richland, Wash., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary. Former Pastor Laurence Meyer will be guest preacher; service time will be posted at www.RichlandRedeemer.org, or you can call the church at 509-943-4967. A reception will follow featuring historical exhibits from the congregation.

St. John Lutheran Church, North Branch, Minn., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary January 26. Rev. Dr. Donald Fondow, Minnesota North District president, will be preaching. Refreshments will be served; an additional celebration is being planned for May. For more information, contact stjohnlutheranweber@gmail.com.

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Congregational Anniversaries (February 2020)

January 29, 2020, 2:08 pm

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Trinity Lutheran Church, Mena, Ark., is celebrating its 120^th anniversary with a special service on March 8 at 10:00 a.m., honoring the first baptisms of the congregation. Rev. Donley Hesse is guest preacher. Call 479-394-1290 or email tlcmenaar@gmail.com for more information.

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Congregational Anniversaries (March 2020)

February 28, 2020, 12:21 pm

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Shadow of the Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church, Farmington Hills, Mich., is celebrating its first anniversary Sunday, March 8, with worship service at 9:45 a.m. A special meal and program will follow the service. Call 248-474-0675 to RSVP or for additional information.

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Congregational Anniversaries (April 2020)

March 31, 2020, 8:15 am

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Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Dearborn, Mich., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary and 75^th anniversary of its school May 17, at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Michael Boyer (congregation son) will be the preacher for this special service. Former members and students are encouraged to RSVP to church office at 313-565-4002 or email emmanuelchurchoffice@gmail.com.

Grace Lutheran Church, Banning, Calif., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary with a special worship service and luncheon May 31. Deadline to RSVP for the luncheon is May 1. Details can be found online at www.glcbanning.org. Or contact Grace at office@glcbanning.org or 951-849-3232.

St. John Lutheran Church, Dieterich, Ill., is celebrating its 160^th anniversary with a special service April 19, at 8:30 a.m. Rev. Mark Miller will be guest preacher with luncheon to follow. Call 217-924-4498 or email dualparish@mmtcnet.com for location of church or other information.

St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, Houston, Texas, is celebrating its 70^th anniversary April 26, with service at 9:00 a.m. Rev. Mel Newman will be guest speaker. Lunch will be served from 11:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Free will offering appreciated.

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Congregational Anniversaries (May 2020)

April 30, 2020, 6:52 am

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Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Fedor, Texas, is celebrating its 150^th anniversary Sunday, May 17. Texas District president, Rev. Michael Newman, will serve as guest preacher.

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Osman, Ill., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary with a special service Sunday, July 19. Rev. Justin Schmidt will be guest speaker, and a catered dinner will be held in the fellowship hall with music to follow. For details, go to www.osmanlutheran.org.

Peace Lutheran Church, Rapid City, S.D., is celebrating its 50^th anniversary June 14, at 3:00 p.m. Catered meal will follow. Several former pastors have been invited to share the day as well.

Risen Christ Lutheran Church, Arvada, Colo., is celebrating its 25th anniversary May 31. Rev. Roger Schlechte, Rocky Mountain District president, will be guest preacher at the 4:00 p.m. service. Reception will follow. Contact Pastor Robert Macina via the church website at www.risenchristlutheran.org.

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Norfolk, Va., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary, June 7, with a 10:00 a.m. worship service. A buffet banquet will be held that evening at 5:00 p.m. For more information, contact the church office at 757-489-2551.

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Congregational Anniversaries (June/July 2020)

May 31, 2020, 4:15 pm

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Zion Lutheran Church, Tawas City, Mich., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary July 12. Rev. Dr. Richard Wolfram will preach at 9:30 a.m. Rev. Carl Trosien will preach at 3:30 p.m. with dinner and program to follow. For information, call the church office at 989-362-5712.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Mena, Ark., is celebrating its 120^th anniversary June 14, at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Hubert Bernthal, who served Trinity in 1969 as Vacancy Pastor, is the guest speaker. A Shared-Dish Dinner follows the service. For information, call 479-394-1290 or email tlcmenaar@gmail.com.

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Osman, Ill., had planned to celebrate its 125th anniversary with a special service on Sunday, July 19. However, with COVID-19 restrictions, the congregation has decided to reschedule this event until the summer of 2021.

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Congregational Anniversaries (August 2020)

July 31, 2020, 5:40 am

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Christ Lutheran Church, Denver, Colo., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary Sunday, August 30, with worship service at 9:00 a.m., as well as a meal and celebration. Call 303-722-1424 for additional information.

Our Saviour Lutheran Church, Baltimore, Md., is celebrating its 90^th anniversary October 4, with divine service at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Dr. David Stechholz will serve as preacher. Please check http://www.oursaviourbaltimore.org for updates.

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Congregational Anniversaries (September 2020)

August 31, 2020, 6:22 am

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Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lexington, Mo., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary October 4, with a catered dinner following service. For information, call 660-259-2932 or email office@gracelutheranlexington.org.

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Fedor, Texas, is celebrating its 150^th anniversary Sunday, September 20. Texas district president Michael Newman will be guest preacher.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Isle, Minn., October 11 celebration has been postponed. For information, call 310-676-8774.

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Congregational Anniversaries (October 2020)

September 30, 2020, 6:12 am

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Grace Lutheran Church, Liberal, Kan., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary November 8 with 10:30 a.m. worship service followed by a meal and celebration. Kansas District president Rev. Justin Panzer will be guest preacher. For more information, call 620-624-5900 or check www.gracelutheran-ks.org.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Mena, Ark., is celebrating its 120^th anniversary with a 10:00 a.m. service October 11, with Pastor Timothy Henning preaching. In addition, Rev. Joel Shaltanis will be guest speaker at a service of praise and thanksgiving at 3:00 p.m. A catered fajita bar dinner will follow the service. Please RSVP by calling 479-394-1290 or email tjcad5@suddenlink.net.

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Congregational Anniversaries (November 2020)

October 30, 2020, 8:55 am

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EMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Lancaster, Ohio, is celebrating its 100^th anniversary November 15, with divine service at 10:15 a.m., led by Rev. Kevin Wilson, president, Ohio District. For more information, contact 740-653-1847 or emanuel1847@att.net.

SAINT PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Amherst, Wis., is celebrating its 160^th anniversary on November 1. Rev. Chris Schwanz will be the guest preacher at a special 2 pm service with dinner to follow. For more details, call 715-824-3341.

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Congregational Anniversaries (December 2020)

November 30, 2020, 5:18 am

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REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH, Delta, Colo., is changing its 75th anniversary celebration, originally scheduled for January 17, 2021, to a date to be determined. For additional information, check www.deltalutheran.org or call 970-874-3052.

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Congregational Anniversaries (January 2021)

December 23, 2020, 11:26 am

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Congregational Anniversaries (February 2021)

January 29, 2021, 1:30 pm

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Congregational Anniversaries (March 2021)

February 26, 2021, 6:02 am

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Congregational Anniversaries (April 2021)

March 30, 2021, 12:39 pm

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ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bremen, Ind., is celebrating its 175^th anniversary April 18, at 3:00 p.m., with Rev. Dr. Daniel Brege. For information, email eayoung52@gmail.com or call 574-248-2741.

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Congregational Anniversaries (May 2021)

April 30, 2021, 5:48 am

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ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Elk Creek, Neb., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary June 5 and 6, with Saturday service at 4:00 p.m. and Sunday service at 10:00 a.m. Dr. Gregory Seltz will be guest preacher Sunday; meal will follow both services.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Lowden, Iowa, is celebrating its 150^th anniversary Sunday, June 6, with 10:00 a.m. worship service and meal to follow. Call 563-941-5853 to RSVP or for additional information.

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Congregational Anniversaries (June/July 2021)

May 27, 2021, 6:09 pm

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CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cairo, Neb., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary Saturday, July 10, with a dinner and drama performed by members of the church. Celebration will continue Sunday, July 11, with Divine Service and luncheon to follow.

CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH, Columbus, Neb., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary. Events will include a celebration of Christian education Sunday, July 4, with a special worship service, catered meal and confirmation class pictures. For more information, contact christcolumbus150@frontier.com or https://www.facebook.com/CLS150th.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bridgman, Mich., is celebrating its 125th anniversary, with worship, song and services. A potluck/polka party will be held Saturday, June 12, and 9:00 a.m. Divine Service on Sunday, June 13. For additional information, go to www.immanuelbridgman.org/.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Seward, Neb., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary Sunday, August 1, with worship at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., featuring Dr. Mark Rockenbach. A special meal will follow the service, and an organ recital featuring James Clausen will be held at 12:30 p.m. Contact 402-499-3051 for details.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Conway, Mo., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary Sunday, June 20, with Divine Service at 10:00 a.m., led by Rev. Dr. R. Lee Hagan, president of the LCMS Missouri district. A potluck dinner will be held afterward. For more information, contact 417-589-2402 or mertrader@gmail.com.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Grand Mound, Iowa, is celebrating its 150^th anniversary Sunday, June 27. Divine Service starts at 9:00 with guest speaker, Rev. Dr. John Wohlrabe. A program and catered dinner will follow the service.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH, Atwater, Minn., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary with a special service August 15, at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Dr. Lucas Woodford will be guest preacher; catered luncheon and afternoon activities will follow. Call 320-974-8984 to RSVP for the catered meal.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Union, Mo., will celebrate its 100^th anniversary June 20. Check www.inunionwithchrist.org for more information.

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Congregational Anniversaries (August 2021)

June 29, 2021, 6:24 am

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HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Blackduck, Minn., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary September 19, with Divine Service at 3:00 p.m.; dinner to follow. For additional information, email holytrinitybd@gmail.com or call 218-368-1576.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bartlett, Ill., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary September 19, with Divine Service at 9:30 a.m. Northern Illinois district president, Rev. Dr. Allan Buss will be guest preacher. For more information, call 630-837-1166 or email immanuelbartlett@sbcglobal.net.

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Brunswick, Mo., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary Sunday, August 29, with Rev. Dr. R. Lee Hagan, Missouri district president, as guest preacher at the 10:00 a.m. Divine Service.

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Pierce, Neb., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary September 4 and 5, with children’s games, cemetery and church tours, food and music, Sunday 10:00 a.m. worship and historical marker dedication. For complete schedule, check www.stjohnspierce.org.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Hamel, Ill., is celebrating its 165^th anniversary September 12, at the 7:45 and 10:00 a.m. Divine Services. Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison, LCMS president, will be preaching. An old-fashioned church picnic will follow the 10:00 a.m. service.

VILLAGE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Ladue, Mo., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary with four special services conducted in 2021, each commemorating a founding milestone in the life of the church. A special hymn setting of “Christ, Our Cornerstone” was commissioned to be sung at each service. For more information, go to www.villagelutheranchurch.org.

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH, Diggins, Mo., is celebrating its 125th anniversary September 19. Former pastor, Rev. Ron Lehenbauer, will serve as guest preacher at the 10:30 a.m. Divine Service. For additional information, call 620-252-9078 or 417-839-9589.

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH, Wabash, Ind., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary September 19. Guest preacher at the 10:30 a.m. Divine Service will be Rev. Dr. Daniel, Brege, president of the Indiana district. Celebratory luncheon will follow worship service. To RSVP for meal or further details, call 260-563-1886.

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Congregational Anniversaries (September 2021)

August 30, 2021, 1:02 pm

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FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH, El Cajon, Calif., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary Sunday, October 10, with special worship services at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. There will also be an Oktoberfest meal and music Saturday, October 9. For information or to RSVP, call 619-444-7444.

GOLGOTHA LUTHERAN CHURCH, Wausa, Neb., is celebrating its 125th anniversary Sunday, September 19, with Rev. Jerome Leckband preaching at the 10:30 a.m. service. A catered/potluck meal will be served following the service. All are welcome to attend.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Manchester, N.H., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary (one year late due to COVID) Sunday, September 12, with Divine Service at 10:00 a.m. Oktoberfest meal and celebration to follow. For more information, call 603-622-1514. NOTE: This event was originally scheduled for September 26 – date has been changed to September 12.

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Oberlin, Kan., is celebrating its 135th anniversary October 9 and 10 with several events including church and cemetery tour, bonfire and roast Saturday and Sunday worship service and meal. A special speaker (great great grandson of Rev. C. Meyer will be joining us.) For information, call 785-470-7129.

ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Hamilton, Texas, is celebrating its 135^th anniversary Sunday, October 3, with worship at 10:30 a.m. Noon meal will follow.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Amarillo, Texas, is celebrating its 100^th anniversary with a busy weekend October 1 through 3. Sunday’s Divine Service will be followed by a catered meal. Rev. Dr. Samuel Nafzger will be preaching. There will be a family cookout Friday and a barbecue Saturday for current and former members. Call 806-352-5620 or email attic100@trinityama.org for more details or to make reservations for the Sunday meal.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Isle, Minn., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary October 10, with Rev. Nabil S. Nour, LCMS fourth vice-president, as guest celebrant for a combined 9:00 a.m. LWML Sunday, mission festival and anniversary service. For details, call 329-676-8774.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Ortonville, Minn., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary September 11 and 12. Check www.trinitylutheranortonville.org for more information.

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Congregational Anniversaries (October 2021)

September 30, 2021, 7:18 am

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PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, St. Louis, Mo., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary October 30-31, with a congregational reception to follow Divine Service at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Actual anniversary date was in 2020 with COVID causing delay in celebration. For additional information, visit www.peacelutheranstl.org.

PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cincinnati, Ohio, is celebrating its 150^th anniversary with reunion, reception and potluck Saturday, October 30, and Sunday service at 10:00 a.m.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH, Richland, Wash., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary October 17, with Northwest district president, Rev. Paul Linnemann, leading Divine Service at 10:00 a.m. Depending on COVID issues and restrictions at the time, a celebratory dinner may be served following the service. For additional details, call the church office at 509-943-4967 after September 15, 2021.

ST. JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Maryville, Ill., is celebrating its 175^th anniversary October 31, with Rev. Dr. Dale Meyer as keynote speaker.

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cole Camp, Mo., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary with a special service October 24, at 9:00 a.m. Rev. Michael Boothby will be guest preacher. A potluck lunch with meat provided will be served. For information, call 660-668-2425.

SHORE HAVEN LUTHERAN CHURCH, Euclid, Ohio, is celebrating its 100^th anniversary with a congregational potluck picnic Saturday, October 9. Additionally, full celebration worship and meal will be held June 5, 2022. Contact 216-731-4100 or office@shorehavenlutheran.org for additional information.

ST. PAUL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Austin, Texas, is celebrating its 130^th anniversary Sunday, October 31 with a congregation-wide “German Lunch” following Divine Services. In addition, a special presentation will highlight historic milestones of the church. For more information or to RSVP, email churchoffice@stpaulaustin.org or call 512-472-8301.

THE LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE HOLY TRINITY, Macon, Ga., is celebrating its 70^th anniversary Saturday, December 4, at 1:00 p.m. For additional information, contact Rev. Van Gorder at l.jvangorder@cox.net.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Mena, Ark., is celebrating its 120^th (+1) anniversary October 10. Rev. Dr. Roger Paavola will be preaching at worship service at 10:00 a.m. Shared-dish dinner and burial of a new time capsule will follow worship. RSVP at tlcmenaar@gmail.com or call 479-394-1290.

ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Summit Argo, Ill., is celebrating 150 years with a special 3 p.m. service October 24, 2021, with dinner to follow if state guidelines permit.

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Congregational Anniversaries (November 2021)

November 1, 2021, 8:54 am

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DIVINE SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH, Hartford, Wis., is celebrating its 50^th anniversary December 5, with Rev. Dr. John Wille, president of the LCMS South Wisconsin district preaching. Dinner and program will follow at the Hartford Town Hall.

GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH, Callao, Va., is celebrating its 40^th anniversary December 5, with founding pastor Rev. Richard Finck to be the proclaimer. All three (3) pastors who have served will participate, including Rev. Michael Ramming and Rev. Bruce Alkire. For additional information, email meramming@gmail.com.

SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN CHURCH, Georgetown, Ind., is celebrating its 50^th anniversary Sunday, November 14, with Divine Service at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. Jon Connor as guest speaker. Dinner to follow. For more information, call 812-945-2101.

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Congregational Anniversaries (December 2021)

November 24, 2021, 8:15 am

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ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH, Fort Myers, Fla., is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a special service Sunday, January 2, at 10:00 a.m. The congregation’s first pastor, Rev. Timothy Fangmeier, will be the guest preacher. For more information, call 239-481-4040 or visit http://zionfm.org.

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Congregational Anniversaries (January 2022)

December 22, 2021, 6:02 am

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GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Greensboro, N.C., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary Sunday, January 9, at 11:00 a.m. Additional activities will be held throughout the year…February 13, April 10 and September 11. For more information, call the church at 336-272-1174.

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Congregational Anniversaries (February 2022)

February 1, 2022, 6:35 am

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ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH, Lone Elm, Mo., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary with two special 10:00 a.m. services with meals following, on March 7, and again May 29. For more information, please check our Facebook page.

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Congregational Anniversaries (March 2022)

February 28, 2022, 8:32 am

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March 31, 2022, 8:08 am

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GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH, Rock Falls, Ill., is celebrating its 60^th anniversary May 1, with a special worship service at 10:00 a.m., led by Rev. Dr. Allan Buss, Northern Illinois District president. Potluck dinner will follow. For more information, call 815-625-3376.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Joplin, Mo., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary April 30, and May 1. Catered dinner will be held Saturday, April 30, and Sunday, May 1, there will be a special worship service, catered meal and recognitions. For information, call 417-622-7218 or email celebrate125@immanueljoplin.com.

MT. CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Detroit, Mich., is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a special 2:00 p.m. service May 1. Rev. Dr. Dale A. Meyer will be guest speaker; a buffet dinner will follow. For reservation information for the dinner, please check our Facebook page.

OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Ridgecrest, Calif., is celebrating its 75th anniversary April 24, with special worship services at 9:00 and 10:15 a.m. A meal and entertainment will follow with Vespers at 4:00 p.m. For information or to RSVP, call 760-375-7921.

SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN CHURCH, Snohomish, Wash., celebrated its 50^th anniversary January 30, during divine service. A congregation-only banquet is being held April 22.

SILVER CREEK LUTHERAN CHURCH, Clayton, Wis., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary April 13. Additional celebrations to include special music, tours, history booklet, picnic and worship services August 6 and 7.

PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Buffalo, Wyo., is celebrating its 50^th anniversary April 24. Rev. Kirk Peters, former pastor, will be guest preacher at a special 4:00 p.m. divine service with dinner to follow at 5:30 p.m. For additional information, see www.princeofpeacebuffalo.org. RSVP by calling 307-674-5470 or emailing pastor.heinecke@gmail.com.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH, Center Point, Iowa, is celebrating its 75^th anniversary with two divine services. Rev. Dr. Brian S. Saunders, president of Iowa District East will preach May 15, and Rev. Dr. Thomas Egger, president of Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Mo., will preach July 17. A catered meal will follow the July service. For more information, email prtcvanhemert@gmail.com.

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Congregational Anniversaries (May 2022)

April 28, 2022, 7:38 am

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CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH, Normal, Ill., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary June 5. Guest preacher for the 10:00 a.m. service is Rev. Dr. James H. Pragman. Catered meal and program will follow. For details, call 309-452-5609 or email clcms@christlutherannormal.org.

FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH, Richmond, Mo., is celebrating its 50^th anniversary June 5. Former pastor Rev. Jeremiah Johnson will preach at the 9:30 a.m. Divine Service, and former pastor Rev. Dr. Mark Nuckols will preach at the 2:00 p.m. Celebration Service. For details, call 816-776-5550.

GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Pagedale, Mo., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary June 19, at its 9:00 a.m. service with Pastor Mark Femmel of Zion Lutheran Church in Maryland Heights speaking and Pastor Dell J. Crockett as a liturgist. For information, email gracelutheran6@att.net.

SAINT PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Julesburg, Colo., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary June 12, with a morning church service and afternoon celebration service. For information, check website at www.stpauljulesburg.org.

ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Woodworth, Ill., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary with numerous events, the first of which is a church picnic June 12. Additional activities will be held in September and November. For details, email stpaulswoodworth@yahoo.com.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cottage Grove, Ore., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary June 5, at 3:00 p.m., with Pastor Eric Lange as guest speaker. A reception will follow the service. For information, contact connie@tlcg.com.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Darmstadt, Ind., is celebrating its 175^thanniversary, June 12, with former pastor Rev. Martin Keller as guest preacher. A special service will also be held September 18. For information, call 812-470-5007.

ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Independence, Kan., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary with a potluck meal and open house June 11. On June 12, service will be led by Kansas district president, Rev. Justin Panzer. A banquet dinner will follow. For information, call 620-332-3300.

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Congregational Anniversaries (June/July 2022)

May 31, 2022, 8:30 am

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BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN CHURCH, Prattville, Ala., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary June 26. Pastor Jeff Hesterman, will speak at the morning service. Son of the congregation, Rev. Warren Davis, will speak at the afternoon celebration.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Mayville, Wis., is celebrating its 175^th anniversary with special celebrations June 5 and October 30, 2022, and February 5, 2023, and May 7, 2023. Lunch will be served after each of these services; to RSVP for lunch, email secretary@immanuelmayville.com or call 920-387-2158.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Tuscola, Ill., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary July 17. with seminarian, Gunnar Campbell preaching the 9:00 a.m. service. Vespers service will be at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Douglas Meyer speaking. A potluck meal will follow. For additional information, call 217-253-4341 or email immanuel.tuscola@gmail.com.

ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH, Montague, Mich., will be celebrating its 150th anniversary the second Sundays of May-October at 10:00 am with food following each service. There will be special speakers each month, including special music in June, Confirmand Reunion in July and Oktoberfest in October. For more information, call 231-894-8471 or check website: http://www.stjamesmontague.com/.

ST. LUKE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Wheaton, Kan., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary July 17, with a 10:00 a.m. Anniversary Service; meal to follow. Please RSVP for meal by July 1 by calling 785-396-4411 or emailing vicardegiovanni@yahoo.com.

ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Malcolm., Neb., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary August 14, with first service at 10:00 a.m., lunch at 11:30 and organ recital at 1:00 p.m. Second service will be held at 2:30 p.m. followed by the LOSC organ recital at 4:00 p.m. If planning to attend lunch, please contact us at stpaulslcmsm@gmail.com.

ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cornelius, Ore., is celebrating its 140^th anniversary July 10. Rev. Aaron Putnam, son of the congregation, will preach; reception will follow. Visit www.stpeterscornelius.org for information.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Osage, Iowa, is celebrating its 90^th anniversary with a social hour July 23 and Divine Service July 24, with Rev. Chris Gugel, former pastor as guest speaker. A catered meal will follow the service. For more information, call 641-792-4771.

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Congregational Anniversaries (August 2022)

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GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Boyceville, Wis., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary August 14, with a 10:45 a.m. service and afternoon celebration.

GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Lyons, Kan., is celebrating its 80^th anniversary September 18, with a special worship service at 4:00 p.m. and catered meal following. For further details, email graceinlyonsks@gmail.com.

GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Greensboro, N.C., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary with activities throughout 2022, culminating with a banquet September 10. For more information, call 336-272-1174.

GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Niagara Falls, N.Y., is celebrating its 115^th anniversary September 11, with historical items displayed, including the original church bell. Picnic will follow the 10:30 a.m. service.

GUARDIAN LUTHERAN CHURCH, Dearborn, Mich., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary September 18, with Dr. Gregory Seltz, director of the Center for Religious Liberty as guest preacher, and Dr. John Boonenberg of Concordia University Ann Arbor as guest organist and choir director. Catered meal and program will follow. For dinner reservations, call 313-274-1414 or email businessmanager@guardianlutheran.org no later than August 31, 2022.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Saginaw, Mich., is celebrating its 175^th anniversary September 25, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Dr. Lawrence Rast, president of Concordia Theological Seminary, as guest preacher. Catered meal will follow. For more information, call 989-754-0929.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Dimock, S.D., is celebrating its 140^th anniversary at its August 21 Mission Festival. Morning preacher is Rev. Benjamin Ball; afternoon preacher is Rev. Kenneth Soyk.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Lidderdale, Iowa, is celebrating its 150^th anniversary with divine worship service August 14, at 9:30 a.m., with Pastor William Weiss as guest pastor. A meal will follow in the church hall.

SAINT PHILIP LUTHERAN CHURCH, Chattanooga, Tenn., is celebrating its 75th anniversary August 28, at 3:00 p.m.

ST. LUKE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cabot, Pa., is celebrating its 175^th anniversary August 28, celebrating the theme “Far More…” from Ephesians 3:20-21.

ST. THOMAS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Ohio City, Ohio, is celebrating its 175h anniversary September 11, with a 4:00 p.m. service followed by a catered meal at 6:00 p.m. Guest speaker is Rev. Joel Sutton. Please RSVP for the meal by August 15 by calling 419-495-2408 or emailing stthomas1847@outlook.com.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bemidji, Minn., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary August 28, with Divine Service at 10:00 a.m.; Minnesota North District president, Rev. Brady Finnern will preach. A catered picnic meal for the whole congregation will follow the service.

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Congregational Anniversaries (September 2022)

August 31, 2022, 9:13 am

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FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH, Paola, Kan., is celebrating its 101^st anniversary September 25. Rev. Christian D. Schultz will speak at morning service; an afternoon anniversary service, supper, and program will be held at the local fairgrounds. Please RSVP by emailing office@firstlutheran-paola.org.

GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, San Mateo, Calif., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary Sunday, October 9. Rev. Charles Froh, pastor emeritus, will speak at the morning service at 10:00 a.m. Ms. Theresa Oatman, daughter of the congregation, will play the pipe organ. Lunch will be served at noon. To RSVP for lunch, email office@glcssm.org or call 650-345-9068; indicate name/contact information, number in party and any specific dietary needs. Website is www.gracelutheransanmateo.org.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Preston, Md., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary Sunday, September 25, at 10:30 a.m. A potluck meal will follow the service.

MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH, Seattle, Wash., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary October 9, with Divine Service at 9:30 a.m., with Pastor Peter Elliott presiding and former Pastor Ernie Lassman preaching the sermon. Reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall. For details, call 206-524-0024, or see www.messiahseattle.org.

PEACE WITH CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH, Fort Collins, Colo., is celebrating its 50^th anniversary Sunday, September 18, with worship service at 10:00 a.m.

SALEM NATIONAL EVANGELICAL CHURCH, Westland, Mich., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary September 25, with Divine Service at 11:00 a.m.; fellowship meal to follow. For more details, call 734-422-5550 (church office).

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Stevens Point, Wis., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary Sunday, October 2.

ST. TIMOTHY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Otisville, Mich., is celebrating its 50^th anniversary October 9, with Rev. Curtis Stephens, son of the congregation, preaching, assisted by Rev. Eric Nevis, Rev. David Weiss and Rev. David Hensler. Services will be held at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. Catered meal follows. For information, call 810-631-4730 or email rberry3827@aol.com.

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Congregational Anniversaries (October 2022)

September 30, 2022, 5:45 am

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GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH, York, Pa., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary with a special worship service October 2, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Dr. William A. Harmon, president of the Southeastern District serving as guest preacher. For more information, check https://gsyork.wixsite.com/.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Las Vegas, N.M., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary October 30, at 3:00 p.m. Former pastors, members and friends of the congregation are invited to attend.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Orange, Calif., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary with a banquet October 15, and Divine Service October 16, with Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison preaching. Call church office 714-538-2373 to celebrate with us.

OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH, Hutchinson, Kan., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary October 30, with services at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. Lunch will be served at noon; reception to be held at 3:00 p.m. For more information, call 620-662-5642 or visit https://www.orlhutch.org.

ST. PAUL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Rochelle, Ill., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary with a celebration worship service October 30, at 9:00 a.m. Northern Illinois District President, Rev. Dr. Allan Buss, will be guest preacher. Short program and catered meal will follow. Tickets are required for the meal; for information or tickets, call 815-562-2744.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Auburn, Calif., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary October 9. Rev. Michael Lange, President of the California/Nevada/Hawaii District will be speaking, with lunch to follow. For more information, contact stpaulaubca@gmail.com or 530-885-5378.

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH, Wilton, Iowa, is celebrating its 165^thanniversary October 23, with a 9:00 a.m. Divine Service followed by a program and meal. Guest preacher will be son of Zion, Rev. Michael Salemink, Executive Director of Lutherans for Life. For more information, email mpetenml@iowatelecom.net.

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Congregational Anniversaries (November 2022)

October 31, 2022, 8:35 am

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GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Eugene, Ore., is celebrating its 102^nd anniversary November 6, with worship at 10:00 a.m. and lunch at noon. While COVID impacted our planned 100^th-year celebration, we are delighted to celebrate together this year. Contact Paula Walker at gwalker512@comcast.net for additional information.

OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH, Herington, Kan., is celebrating its 95th anniversary November 13, with Divine Service at 4 p.m. and potluck meal to follow. Rev. Alan Stahlecker will preside, with Rev. Troy Slater preaching.

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Congregational Anniversaries (December 2022)

November 30, 2022, 6:05 am

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FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH, Helena, Mont., is celebrating its 135^th anniversary in 2022, beginning with Reformation Service the end of October and continuing to celebrate through December of 2022.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, St. Charles, Mo., is celebrating its 175^th anniversary, beginning with Oktoberfest and Jubilee Worship service continuing throughout the year. Festivities will end with display of Immanuel wedding photos and a commemorative cookbook.

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Congregational Anniversaries (January 2023)

December 21, 2022, 1:28 pm

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TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, San Diego, Calif., is celebrating its 125th anniversary January 22, with a special celebration at 10:30 and lunch following the service.

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Congregational Anniversaries (February 2023)

January 30, 2023, 8:49 am

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Congregational Anniversaries (March 2023)

February 28, 2023, 6:14 am

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GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Fargo, N.D., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary with special events throughout 2023. Check www.gracefargo.org for more information.

CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH, Williston, N.D., is celebrating its 90^th anniversary throughout 2023, beginning with an afternoon of presentations, games and food April 23, culminating in Divine Service.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH, Granite City, Ill., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary March 19.

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Congregational Anniversaries (April 2023)

March 30, 2023, 4:58 pm

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ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH, Ulm, Ark., is celebrating its 140^th anniversary May 2, 2023.

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Congregational Anniversaries (May 2023)

April 27, 2023, 9:53 am

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EMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Sisseton, S.D., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary June 18, 2023, with service at 11:00 a.m. Noon meal and program will follow. Everyone is invited.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Rogers City, Mich., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary June 25, with a morning worship service and 3 p.m. afternoon celebration service. Program and meal will follow. For information, email immanuelofmoltke@outlook.com. Information is also available on website and Facebook.

ST. JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Springfield, Pa., is celebrating its 175^th anniversary June 4 with 10:45 a.m. Divine Service and luncheon following.

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Beardstown, Ill., is celebrating its 175^th anniversary May 21, with a guest speaker and luncheon.

ST. JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH, Rush City, Minn., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary May 21, with worship at 10:30 a.m., potluck lunch and afternoon program. Contact Diane Buehring at buehringfarms@gmail.com for additional information.

ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Ridgeway, N.C., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary Sunday May 7. Rev. Dr. William Harmon, Southeastern District president will serve as guest preacher at the 10:30 a.m. worship service. Catered meal will follow in the Fellowship Hall.

ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH, Portage, Ind., is celebrating its 140^th anniversary Sunday, May 21. Indiana District president Rev. Dr. D. Richard Stuckwisch will preach at the 10:00 a.m. service; meal will follow at 12:00 p.m.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Hampshire, Ill., is celebrating its 140^th anniversary June 4, with a 3:00 p.m. service with Northern Illinois district president Rev. Dr. Allan R. Buss as guest preacher. Catered meal and program will follow the service.

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Congregational Anniversaries (June/July 2023)

May 31, 2023, 9:12 am

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EMMAUS LUTHERAN CHURCH, Livingston, Mont., is celebrating its tenth (10^th) anniversary July 16, with Divine Service at 10:00 a.m. with luncheon to follow. Montana District President Rev. Terry Forke will serve as preacher. All are welcome. Please RSVP to pastormerz@gmail.com

GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Aurora, Mo., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary with an official celebration July 2, hosting neighboring congregations and local dignitaries at a noon lunch and dedication. For information, call 417-461-4130.

GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Fairbury, Neb., is celebrating its 100^th anniversary June 24 and 25, with Rev. Dr. Dale Meyer as guest preacher. More information is available at www.gracelutheranfairbury.com.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Elgin, Minn., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary Sunday, July 23.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Readlyn, Iowa, is celebrating its 150^th anniversary August 6. Meal and fellowship will follow 10:00 a.m. worship service. For information, call 319-961-8379.

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Wapakoneta, Ohio, is celebrating its 175^th anniversary as a member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod…and 185 years of services held in their church building. A special service will be held July 16, at 2:00 p.m.

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH, Danvers, Ill., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary with a 10:30 a.m. Divine Worship service Sunday, June 4. Central Illinois District president, Rev. Michael Mohr, will deliver the message. Lunch and a special program will follow the service.

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Congregational Anniversaries (August 2023)

July 28, 2023, 12:37 pm

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OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH, Carmi, Ill., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary September 10. Rev. Timothy Scharr, Southern Illinois District President, will serve as guest preacher at the 2:30 p.m. worship service with catered meal following the service.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH, Rogers City, Mich., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary with a special service at 3:00 p.m. on August 13.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Kouts, Ind., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary September 10, with Rev. D. Richard Stuckwisch, Indiana District President, preaching. A reception will be held in the fellowship hall following the service. For additional information, contact brian_westgate@hotmail.com.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Fergus Falls, Minn., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary August 13. Minnesota North District President Emeritus Rev. Don Fondow will be guest preacher for the 9:00 a.m. service. Social time, catered meal and program will follow. For additional information, visit our website http://trinityff.org/.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Iuka, Ill., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary September 17. Pastor Dale Meyer will speak at 10:00 a.m. service with catered meal provided following service. Call or text 618-292-4102 to RSVP.

ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Hampton, Neb., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary September 17. Rev. Dr. Russell Sommerfeld, former Nebraska district president, will serve as guest preacher at the 10:00 a.m. divine service. Catered meal will follow in the fellowship hall and on church grounds.

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH, Sebeka, Minn., is celebrating its 130^th anniversary Sunday, August 20. Pastor Timothy Schmeisser will lead the celebratory service at 10:30 a.m. David Fiala, LCMS Mission Advocate, will assist in the Mission Festival at 1:30 p.m.

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Congregational Anniversaries (September 2023)

August 30, 2023, 5:53 am

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BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH, Happy Valley, Ore., continues celebrating its 70^th anniversary September 3, 10^th and 17^th…with former and current pastors and District President Paul Linnemann. For information, call 503-788-7000.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Verndale, Minn., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary September 17. Pastor Fred Kutter will be guest speaker at the 10:00 a.m. service with meal to follow at noon. Cake and coffee will be served following the 2:00 p.m. afternoon program. All are welcome.

MARTIN LUTHER EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHUIRCH, Punxsutawney, Pa., is celebrating its 170^th anniversary October 1, with Eastern District President Rev. John Pingel as guest preacher. A catered meal will be served following the 4:00 p.m. worship service.

MOUNT CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Brady, Texas, is celebrating its 100^th anniversary September 24. Rev. Michael Newman, Texas District President, will be guest preacher at the 4:00 p.m. service. A reception will follow. Call 956-357-1493 for additional information.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH, Mount Prospect, Ill., is celebrating its 175^th anniversary September 17, with a celebration service at 10:30 a.m. Luncheon will follow the service. For information, email jeffgavin@sbcglobal.net.

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Congregational Anniversaries (October 2023)

September 28, 2023, 9:08 am

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EMMAUS LUTHERAN CHURCH, St. Paul, Minn., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary with celebratory worship service October 29, at 9:30 a.m., and a meal to follow in the Social Hall. Please RSVP by calling 651-489-9426 or emailing emmaus.lutheran.office@gmail.com.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Decatur, Ala., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary October 8. Rev. Eric Johnson, Southern District President, will be guest speaker at the 10:45 a.m. service. Lunch and a celebration of homecoming will follow in the gymnasium. For additional information, contact the church office at churchoffice@stpaulsdec.com or call 256-353-8759.

ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Humboldt, Kan., is celebrating its 160^th anniversary October 22.

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Vesper, Wis., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary October 29.

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH, Hillsboro, Kan., is celebrating its 140^th anniversary October 15. Rev. Dr. Brian Friedrich, President of Concordia University St. Paul, will be guest speaker at the 10:30 a.m. service. A catered meal will follow the service.

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Congregational Anniversaries (December 2023)

November 29, 2023, 8:08 am

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EMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Kettering, Ohio, concludes a year of celebrating its 50^th anniversary with a Jubilee wrap-up January 14. Call 937-434-1798 for more information.

FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL, Tucson, Ariz., is celebrating its 75^th anniversary January 21, 2024, with celebration worship service at 2:00 p.m. For more information, please call 520-326-2262 or contact churchoffice@faith-lutheran.org.

THE LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE HOLY SPIRIT, Elk Grove Village, Ill., is celebrating its 65^th anniversary the First Sunday in Advent. District president, Rev. Dr. Jamison Hardy, will be preaching, with Rev. Dr. Daniel Greg acting as celebrant for the service December 3, at 9:30 a.m. Lunch and memories will follow.

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Congregational Anniversaries (January 2024)

December 20, 2023, 7:23 am

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HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH, Saginaw, Mich., is celebrating its 175^th anniversary January 28, at 10:30 a.m. Dinner will follow. Rev. Dr. Richard Wolfram, who served the congregation from 1989 through 1999, will be guest preacher. All are welcome to join in the celebration.

ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH, Huntington, Ind., is celebrating its 175^th anniversary February 11, at 10:15 a.m. Catered lunch will follow in the gymnasium. Please RSVP for the luncheon no later than January 15 by calling the church office at 260-356-6528.

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Congregational Anniversaries (February 2024)

January 30, 2024, 6:52 am

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Congregational Anniversaries (March 2024)

February 28, 2024, 11:45 am

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IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Altamont, Ill., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary in 2024 with celebratory worship services at 10:00 a.m. on March 3, June 2, September 8, and December 1. Lunch will follow each of these services. For additional information, contact the church office at immalt22@gmail.com or 618-483-6394.

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Congregational Anniversaries (April 2024)

March 27, 2024, 11:07 am

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ANNIVERSARIES

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL, Chester, Ill., is celebrating its 175^th anniversary beginning April 21, with a 10:00 a.m. worship service followed by a dinner. Please call 618-826-3545 to make dinner reservation. Special programs will be held throughout the year; details can be found on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/stjohnchester.

ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL, Steeleville, Ill., is celebrating its 150^th anniversary from February through October 2024, with former pastors and vicars preaching. For more information, call the church office at 618-965-3192.

ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Prior Lake, Minn., is celebrating its 100th anniversary April 21, with a special worship service at 9 a.m., followed by dinner and opening of their time capsule.

THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF ST. MICHAEL’S & ALL ANGELS, Traverse City, Mich., celebrated its 70^th anniversary March 20.

TRINITY KLEIN LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL, Klein, Texas, is celebrating its 150th anniversary April 14, with a 10:00 a.m. service following by a picnic. Celebration service will feature Rev. Dr. Jerry Kieschnick, former LCMS president.

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH, Alva, Okla., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary May 5, with a 10:30 a.m. worship service followed by a catered dinner. Pastor Ken Wade will be guest preacher. Please RSVP for dinner reservations by April 7, by calling 580-327-0510.

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