The Rev. Jacob Mueller of Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Emma, Mo., carries the former steeple cross of St. John’s Lutheran Church as crucifer before worship, Aug. 9, during a “Day of Thanksgiving and Rededication” at the church in New Minden, Ill. Nearly two years ago, a tornado damaged the church and surrounding homes, and toppled the cross, which was later placed next to the rededicated altar. (LCMS/Erik M. Lunsford)
