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 .