Milton A. Schmidt Nov 20, 2009
A funeral service celebrating his life will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 20, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 619 Market St., St. Joseph ... On Aug. 15, 1947, he married Irene Heussman at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ludell, Kan. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Food pantries feel the pinch Nov 20, 2009
Friday November 20, 2009. A food pantry open only on Saturdays and sponsored by the Murray Hill Neighborhood Association on Barclay Avenue serves about 80 visitors a week. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Clifton L. Lindo Nov 20, 2009
He had been a lifelong resident of Chisago County and member of Chisago Lake Lutheran Church ... Funeral Service 1 p.m. Friday Nov. 20, at Chisago Lake Lutheran Church, Center City, with Rev. Craig Lundstad-Vogt officiating. (Lindstrom Chisago County Press, MN)
Teachers say thanks by making holiday meal Nov 20, 2009
Some teachers will serve the Thanksgiving meal at Inspiration Lutheran Church, Breckenridge, while others, like Busta and her husband, plan to deliver meals to families that day. Teams of three and four people will split the work, which has been orchestrated to fit around their schedules. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Local Lutherans choose to stay put Nov 20, 2009
The Rev. Garry White, pastor of Orangeburg Lutheran Church, says only three members out of a congregation of 300 have expressed strong opinions ... "Leaders of Lutheran CORE are taking steps to form a new church. They want to break away from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, the largest Lutheran denomination in the country. The dissidents are at odds with the ELCA decision to allow sexually active gay and lesbian pastors to serve as clergy. The new policy was adopted at the annual... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Upcoming events Nov 20, 2009
First Lutheran Church. 900 Bemidji Ave.. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Churches Gone Wild Nov 20, 2009
At Concordia University Chicago, a campus of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, which is staunchly Biblical regarding homosexuality, the theater department is showing The Laramie Project, a play about the town of Laramie, Wyomings reaction to the murder of Matthew Shepard in 1998. Based on a book by Moises Kaufmann, the play fits the narrative of gays as victims, which has been their most effective strategy other than the unsubstantiated claim that people are born gay. (Townhall.com)
Fri., Sat. H1N1 Clinics Canceled Nov 20, 2009
Saturday's clinic was set for the Town and Country Lutheran Church. Stormy weather is expected on Friday. (KCRA 3, CA)
Terry Bartness Nov 20, 2009
He was a member of the Calvary Lutheran Church in Park Rapids, where he sang in the choir ... His funeral services were on Monday, Nov. 9, 2009, at the Calvary Lutheran Church, Park Rapids. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Mabel Iverson Nov 20, 2009
Memorial services are at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at the St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Grenora ... She was a baptized and confirmed member of the St. Olaf Lutheran Church and was active in church activities and the community. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Tschida service Nov 20, 2009
Funeral services for Carol J. Tschida were held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at Our Saviour s Lutheran Church, Chippewa Falls. Pastor Paul D. L. Oppedahl and Pastor Kathy Tulman officiated at the services. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Church roundup Nov 20, 2009
Holy Cross Lutheran Church. Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 800 West Lake Drive, will have its annual Thanksgiving dinner after the 11 a.m. service Sunday ... Nativity Lutheran Church. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Lutheran group opposes ELCA on same-sex issues Nov 20, 2009
LEBANON Area ELCA Lutherans are invited to attend a conference at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Lebanon regarding the recent actions made by delegates of the ELCA. The meeting will take place at the church on Saturday, Nov. 28, from 12:30 to 4 p.m. ... It is a national movement that seeks the renewal of Lutheran churches according to Holy Scripture ... Lutheran CORE is organizing and looking into forming a new Lutheran church body for North America which will likely happen in the fall of 2010. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Dorothy Mae Mathiesen, 72 Nov 19, 2009
Funeral services were at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14 at the First Lutheran Church of Harris, with the Rev. Richard Mork officiating. Visitation and a viewing was one hour prior to the service and from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13 at the Olson Chapel in Rush City, Minn. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Benefit concert Sunday for Gary Randall Nov 19, 2009
Her daughter, Ronda Larson of Madison, helped organize the event scheduled for 2 p.m. on Sunday at Trinity Lutheran Church. The organizers are asking those persons attending the benefit to make donations to help pay for Randall's medical expenses. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Obits: Olson, Neff & Guy Nov 19, 2009
Her celebration of life was held Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Our Savior's Lutheran church, Veblen with pastor Harold Watrous officiating ... Rev. H.A. Oerke confirmed Anita at Trinity Lutheran Church of Houghton, where she had also attended Sunday school and Luther league ... Anita married the love of her life, Carvin Guy of Hillhead at Scandinavia Lutheran Church parsonage, rural Bath on February 27, 1942 with Rev. H.A. Oerke officiating the ceremony. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
God's house, divided Nov 19, 2009
More than 150 people-visitors, delegates, ministers and lay people-gathered Saturday to discuss the terminations at a special meeting at Grace Lutheran Church in Eau Claire. The more than 130 Evangelical Lutheran Church of America congregations who own the camp were invited to send three delegates apiece ... Les Walck, minister at Colfax Lutheran Church, is a member of the ad hoc committee that called the meeting. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Isaac Wayne March Nov 19, 2009
He was baptized on Oct. 5, 2008, at the First Lutheran Church. Isaac was a very happy, smiley boy. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Obituaries for Thursday, November 12 Edition Nov 19, 2009
He was a molder and was employed at Midwest Foundry for 34 years and was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Wentzville ... Visitation services for Ralph L. Beumer, 84, Augusta, will be held Friday, Nov. 13, from 10-11 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, Augusta. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Keiser service Nov 19, 2009
A funeral service for Janet E. Keiser, 62 of Chippewa Falls was held at 11 a.m., Monday, Nov. 16, 2009 at Central Lutheran Church in Chippewa Falls with Rev. Rick Hoyme officiating. Music was provided by Judy Lies. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
H1N1 flu shot clinic set for Thursday in Eau Claire Nov 19, 2009
Eau Claire s clinics are 3-6 p.m. Thursday at Hope Lutheran Church, 2226 Eddy Lane, and 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1314 E. Lexington Blvd. Both the nasal spray and the shot will be available at no cost. There are also still appointments available for the Chippewa County clinic, which will be held 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday in Room 3 of the courthouse. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Dale Whetstone (7) Nov 19, 2009
A funeral service celebrating his life will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Berrien Springs with the Rev. Gary Miller officiating ... Memorial contributions may be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church signage project. (The Herald-Palladium)
Celebrate, remember, fight Nov 19, 2009
The next planning meeting for the 2010 Hancock County Relay for Life will be held on Jan. 17, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. at Kanawha Lutheran Church. Copyright. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Paid in full Nov 19, 2009
SUMMIT PHOTO BY BOB FENSKE The Rev. Bob Snitzer stands in front of the new Pilot Knob Lutheran Church, where the congregation will celebrate a mortgage burning on Sunday ... The pastor of Pilot Knob Lutheran Church had just heard the news: His church had been torched by a, even nine years later, yet-to-be-caught arsonist the night before ... Pilot Knob Lutheran Church would either break apart or come together. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Suzi Eszterhas' walk on wild side - with camera Nov 19, 2009
Suzi Eszterhas will speak at 1 p.m. today at the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco, 3200 California St. and at 7:30 p.m Thursday at the Photochrome Camera Club, basement meeting room, Ebenezer/herchurch Lutheran Church, 678 Portola Dr., San Francisco. Both are free and open to the public. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Margaret A. Brockney Nov 19, 2009
Pastor David Werges of the Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church will officiate ... She was a member of the Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church and the V.F.W. Auxiliary. (Charles City Press, IO)
Macomb Charitable Foundation seeks contributions (2) Nov 19, 2009
There's also a used book sale planned for Nov. 11-15 at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Macomb Township. The foundation is accepting donations of soft-cover and hardcover used books for adults and children. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Entertainment slate is chalked full of events Nov 18, 2009
If thats not enough, you will have an additional opportunity to enjoy the Strings at 3 p.m. on Dec. 13 as they join with the WSC Concert Choir and the Williston Community Concert Chorale at the First Lutheran Church, Williston ... The group will rehearse that morning at First Lutheran Church, followed by a 1 p.m. concert at the First Lutheran Chapel. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Older couple 'young again' for adopted grandchildren Nov 18, 2009
The group meets every third Saturday and will meet this Saturday from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona. Fran Moccia, , chief executive officer of "Our" Children First, which is involved in the group with the church, said the group helps grandparents find and share resources. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Lyle C. Aarsvold Nov 18, 2009
He was a charter member of Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church in Garrison ... Funeral services will be at noon on Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church in Garrison. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Lawrence H. Hall Nov 18, 2009
Funeral services will be held Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at 1 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church in Staples with Pastor Steve Sveom officiating. A visitation will be held Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, from 5-7 p.m. at Brenny Funeral Chapel and one hour prior to the services at the church on Thursday. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Naomi C. Mittelsteadt Nov 18, 2009
She was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Freeman ... Her funeral was held at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Waseca on Saturday, July 18 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Victor Roth and Rev. Giles Zimmer officiating and Cindy Wood as organist ... Interment was at St. John's - Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery in Waseca County, Minn. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Emil Mutschelknaus Nov 18, 2009
The funeral was held Saturday, Sept. 12 at 1 p.m. at Hope Lutheran Church, with burial at Hills of Rest Memorial Park, Sioux Falls ... Emil was a member of Hope Lutheran Church and a life-member of John M. Bliss VFW Post 628 in Sioux Falls. (Freeman Courier, SD)
- BRAWLEY: Church holds ice cream social 0 Nov 18, 2009
Trinity Lutheran Church will hold an ice cream social from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday at 275 N. 1st St. in the church s fellowship hall ... For more information call the Trinity Lutheran Church office at 760-344-1635. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Stroud, Spotanske wed Nov 18, 2009
Kelsey Stroud and John Spotanske, both of Sioux Falls, were married on June 6 at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Redfield. The Rev. LeShea Avery performed the evening ceremony. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Wallace Samuelson Nov 18, 2009
Williston Herald - Online Edition. Williston Herald Print Edition. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Christmas collection for children begins Nov 18, 2009
What: Operation Christmas Child When:Now through Nov. 23 Where:Drop off at Grace Lutheran Church, 205 S. Garner St. Details: Create shoeboxes filled with gifts for children living in poverty ... State College residents can take their shoeboxes to Grace Lutheran Church, 205 S. Garner St., through Nov. 23. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Dorothy Mae Mathiesen, 72 Nov 18, 2009
Funeral services were at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14 at the First Lutheran Church of Harris, with the Rev. Richard Mork officiating. Visitation and a viewing was one hour prior to the service and from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13 at the Olson Chapel in Rush City, Minn. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Prayer groups, churches receive requests for 211th support Nov 18, 2009
Warns, the prayer chain chairwoman for St. Peter Lutheran Church in Wentworth, said the call arrived at about 8 p.m. on Nov. 11. According to Warns, the phone call from Afghanistan requested prayers for the safety, protection and success of the 211th personnel as the National Guard unit started its military mission. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Minnie L. Bair Ewoldt Nov 18, 2009
Following the interment, a time of food and fellowship will be held at Grace Lutheran Church, Muscatine ... Minnie was a member of the Grace Lutheran Church, Ladies of the Moose, the Eagles and the Muscatine Hospital Auxiliary. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
RHS debate team joins fight against poverty Nov 18, 2009
It is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 22, at the Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 21 W. Timber Drive in Rhinelander ... We want to thank Immanuel Lutheran Church, as they enabled us to make this project a success. (Forest Republican, WI)
Lester H. Fredrick Nov 18, 2009
A funeral service will be held Monday, Nov. 16, at 11 a.m. at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 200 S. Main Street in Charles City with Rev. David Werges officiating ... For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church ... Lester was also a member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church where he was a member of the Church Council and was an usher. (Charles City Press, IO)
Alex Schmidt Nov 18, 2009
The funeral was held Thursday, July 30 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church with Rev. Jeffrey W. Pautz officiating. and Mindee Birnstiehl as organist. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Lillian Barmoen Nov 18, 2009
Her funeral services are at 2 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at the Zion Lutheran Church, McGregor. Pastoral Assistant James Hamann is officiating and interment is at the Scandia Cemetery. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Sharon Lee Ratzlaff Nov 18, 2009
On Feb. 8, 1964, she was united in marriage to Willis B. Ratzlaff at Grace Lutheran Church in Parker. They farmed and lived on Willis' parents home place near Freeman. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Tschida service Nov 18, 2009
Funeral services for Carol J. Tschida were held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at Our Saviour s Lutheran Church, Chippewa Falls. Pastor Paul D. L. Oppedahl and Pastor Kathy Tulman officiated at the services. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
David D. Pederson Nov 18, 2009
He was baptized and confirmed at Bang Lutheran Church in rural Freeman. David was currently a member of United Church of Christ (Congregational) in Yankton. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Norma Dannenbring Nov 18, 2009
She was a member of the SD Historical Society and the American Lutheran Church in De Smet ... The funeral was held Saturday, May 30 at 2 p.m. at the American Lutheran Church in De Smet. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Collin Kleinsasser Nov 18, 2009
He lived in Freeman all his life where he attended St. Paul Lutheran Church, Freeman Public School, and went one year to the St. Paul Lutheran School ... His funeral was held Friday, July 24 at 2 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church with Rev. Jeffrey W. Pautz officiating and Marlene Pidde as organist. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Otto P. Rademacher Nov 18, 2009
Services were held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 30 at Riverside Lutheran Church in Sioux City, Iowa, with Pastor Chuck Wolff officiating. Burial was in Calvary Cemetery. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Ross Ronald Scharffenberg Nov 18, 2009
The funeral was held Saturday, Nov. 7 at 10:30 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Bridgewater with Pastor Junfeng Tan officiating and Charlotte Eilts as organist. Special music was given by Ross's nieces and nephews. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Oscar Pfeifle Nov 18, 2009
The funeral was held Tuesday, June 9, at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, Menno, with Rev. Brad Danielson officiating ... He was baptized on Jan. 20, 1924 in the Evangelical Lutheran Church by Rev. Christian W. Heuer and his sponsors were Jacob and Emilie Redman ... Oscar was an active deacon at the Grace Lutheran Church and on the city council in Menno. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Lucille Graber Walter Nov 18, 2009
She was baptized on May 17, 1914 at Spring Valley Lutheran Church in Viborg, S.D. Her father passed away while she and her siblings were still very young. Although this was a hardship for the family, her mother made certain the children were not deprived of food, shelter, love and education. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Hiles News: A busy time of year in the Northwoods Nov 17, 2009
The ladies of Christ Lutheran Church in Hiles invite everyone to their Annual Chili Supper on Saturday, Nov. 21 ... Nov. 21 Christ Lutheran Churchs Annual Chili Supper. (Forest Republican, WI)
Old Economy Village faces closure Nov 17, 2009
The group was founded by Johann George Rapp, who defied the Lutheran Church in his native state, declaring himself a religious prophet. The group was pacifist and also expected a return by Christ during the lifetime of its members. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Student Rallies 1,500 against hate Nov 17, 2009
Allegedly, three members of the WBC were arrested in Cedar Hill for assaulting members of a local Lutheran Church who were wearing angel wings to block WBC signs from the street. Long after the WBC left Cedar Hill, counter-protesters remained outside the Faith Community Church. (The Current Online, MO)
William R. Weir Nov 17, 2009
He married Loretta Heseman on Oct. 22, 1949, at St. Luke s Lutheran Church, Chicago ... He was a member of St. John s Lutheran Church, Bloomer. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Obituaries for Thursday, November 12 Edition Nov 17, 2009
He was a molder and was employed at Midwest Foundry for 34 years and was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Wentzville ... Visitation services for Ralph L. Beumer, 84, Augusta, will be held Friday, Nov. 13, from 10-11 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, Augusta. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Margaret A. Brockney (227) Nov 17, 2009
Pastor David Werges of the Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church will officiate ... She was a member of the Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church and the V.F.W. Auxiliary. (Charles City Press, IO)
Youth Focus--Brooke Clanahan Nov 17, 2009
School and community programs: First Christian Church youth group, Christ Lutheran Church youth group, NHS, Cubette soccer, club soccer, Leo Club and Heritage Belles. Plans after graduation: I am hoping to attend Texas A fall and would like to be a physical therapist in the future, although I m not quite sure that s exactly what I want to be yet. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Healthy Living Nov 17, 2009
Alzheimer s Association education 2 p.m., Tuesday, October 20, Faith Lutheran Church, 2741 Sherman Ave., North Bend. Epilepsy Support Group 3-4:30 p.m., first and third Tuesdays, Cedar Room, Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Betty Nehls (288) Nov 17, 2009
Memorial services for Betty Nehls will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church ... She was a member of Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church and Daughters of the Revolution. (Charles City Press, IO)
Lois Jean Strege, 74 Nov 17, 2009
Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15 with a prayer service at 7 p.m. all at Holy Cross Lutheran Church. There will also be visitation one hour prior to the service at the church. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Hanna Lisa Knudson Nov 17, 2009
She was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Crosby ... Funeral services will be 11 a.m. on Wednesday at Zion Lutheran Church in Crosby. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Edna May Herman Nov 16, 2009
She was a long-time member of Trinity Lutheran Church in St. Joseph. Edna enjoyed reading in her leisure time. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
