Congregational Anniversaries (October 2022)

ANNIVERSARIES

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, York, Pa., is celebrating its 100th 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 100th 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 100th 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 100th 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 125th 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 75th 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 165th anniversary 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.