Congregational Anniversaries (August 2016)

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.

Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, Brownsburg, Ind., will celebrate its 40th anniversary September 25, featuring a guest speaker at the 10:30 a.m. service followed by a meal for current and former members. For more details about this and several other events, contact the church office at 317-852-3343.

 

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Eagle Bend, Minn., is celebrating its 100th anniversary Sunday, September 18. A special service will be held at 2:00 p.m. preceded by a meal at 12:00 p.m. Please call 218-738-3912 or email immanuelstmatthewlcms@gmail.com  for additional details.

 

Nicolai Lutheran Church, Canby, Minn., is celebrating its 125th anniversary Sunday, September 18. Divine service will be at 10:30 a.m., followed by a catered dinner. A 2:00 p.m. service will also be held, with former Pastors Martin Langemo and George Saggisor participating. Please email nicolailutheranchurch@frontier.com for additional information.

 

Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Moorhead, Minn., is celebrating its 75th anniversary. Upcoming events are planned for September 11, October 29 and October 30. For details regarding these events, check www.ourredeemermoorhead.org.

Our Savior Lutheran Church, Momence, Ill., is celebrating its 125th anniversary Sunday, August 14. LCMS First Vice-President Herbert C. Mueller, Jr. will preach at the 3:00 p.m. divine service. A meal will follow the service. For information or to RSVP, please contact Pastor David Juhl at 815-472-2829 or oselcmomence@gmail.com.

 Peace Lutheran Church, Berne, Ind., is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a series of celebration services. On August 14, Rev. John Stohlmann of Maspeth, N.Y., will preach the 9:15 a.m. service. For additional information, email Rev. Russell Fuhrmann at rfuhrmann@gmail.com.

 

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, San Francisco, Calif., is celebrating its 50th anniversary Sunday, August 28. California/Nevada/Hawaii District president, Dr. Robert D. Newton, along with Reverend Charles Fox and Deacons Tom Hurley and Otis Byrd, will conduct the special service at 3:00 p.m. Refreshments will follow. All are welcome.

 

St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Northbrook, Ill., is celebrating its 130th anniversary Sunday, September 11. Former pastor, Rev. Michael Lutz, will preach at the 10:00 a.m. divine service. A dinner and program will follow the service. For more information, contact janet@churchinthewoods.org.

 

St. Paul Lutheran Church, Hamel, Ill., will celebrate its 160th anniversary Saturday, September 10. Rev. Todd Wilken of Issues, Etc., will preach at a vespers service of thanksgiving at 4:00 p.m. A catered meal will follow with other fun activities for all. All former members are invited to return and rejoice with us. RSVP to church office at 618-633-2209.

 

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Rockford, Mich., is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a 10:00 a.m. service on August 21. Former Pastor Thomas Brazinsky will serve as liturgist; former Pastor Mark Love will preach. A meal will follow the service. For more information, contact the church at 616-866-1818.