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index

Alexandria Covenant..................................................... 8 Alexandria First Free Methodist....................... 10 Alexandria United Methodist...............................12 Berea Lutheran................................................................. 14 Bethesda Lutheran....................................................... 16 Calvary Lutheran............................................................ 18 Calvary Covenant..........................................................20 Catalyst Covenant......................................................... 22 Chippewa Lutheran.................................................... 24 Christina Lake Lutheran......................................... 26 Church of St. Mary....................................................... 28 Cornerstone........................................................................30 The Church in the Pines.......................................... 31 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints....................................................... 32 East Moe Lutheran.......................................................33 Ebenezer Evangelical................................................34 Emmanuel Episcopal.................................................36 Fahlun Lutheran.............................................................38 Faith Lutheran, Evansville......................................39 Faith Lutheran, Miltona............................................40 First Congregational United Church of Christ.........................................................42 First Lutheran, Alexandria.....................................44 First Lutheran, Kensington...................................45 First Presbyterian..........................................................46 Good Shepherd Lutheran.....................................48 Gospel Light Baptist...................................................50 Grace Church – The Point.................................... 52 Grace Lutheran, Brandon......................................53 Church for the Harvest.............................................54 House of Prayer...............................................................55

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Immaculate Conception Catholic..................56 Lake Community........................................................... 57 Lakeland United Pentecostal.............................58 Life Right Outreach.....................................................60 Love, Inc.................................................................................. 61 Living Waters..................................................................... 62 Living Word Lutheran...............................................64 Mount Calvary Evangelical Lutheran.........66 New Life Christian.........................................................67 New Testament................................................................68 Osakis Lutheran..............................................................69 Oscar Lake Lutheran................................................. 70 Our Lady of the Runestone Catholic............71 Our Lady of the Seven Dolors............................72 St. Ann’s Catholic............................................................72 Redeemer Lutheran.....................................................74 Rose City Free.................................................................. 75 Shalom Lutheran............................................................76 Solem Lutheran................................................................78 Spirit Life................................................................................ 79 Spruce Hill............................................................................80 St. John’s Evangelical................................................. 82 St. Luke’s Lutheran.......................................................84 St. Nicholas Catholic..................................................85 St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran........................86 St. Paul’s, Parkers Prairie.........................................87 St. Paul’s Lutheran, Moe Township...............88 Trinity Lutheran, Carlos............................................89 Trinity Lutheran, Evansville...................................90 West Moe Lutheran...................................................... 91 Zion Lutheran................................................................... 92

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The Lord’s Prayer (Traditional words to the Our Father)

Our Father, which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy Name.

Thy Kingdom come.

Thy will be done in earth, As it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses, As we forgive them that trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom, The power, and the glory, For ever and ever.

Amen.

The Our Father Prayer (Roman Catholic version of the Lord’s Prayer)

Our Father who art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy name; Thy kingdom come Thy will be done On earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread;

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And forgive us our trespasses As we forgive those who trespass against us; And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil.

Amen.

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The Churches of Douglas County

This is the eighth edition of The Churches of Douglas County. This publication of the Echo Press is meant to serve as an informative guide to the churches and church organizations in our county. It includes photographs, historical information, church beliefs and mission statements, membership counts, clergy members and contact information for the churches in the county that chose to participate in the project.

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The cover photo was of Shalom Lutheran Church on Voyager Drive at sunset and was taken by Echo Press reporter Celeste Edenloff.

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Alexandria Covenant Church

4005 Dakota St. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-5659

EMAIL: ecc@alexandriacovenant.org WEBSITE: alexandriacovenant.org STAFF: John LeVahn, Senior Pastor Trinity Opp, Executive Pastor Dave Mergens, Pastor of Adult Formation Gregg Donnelly, Pastor of Connection and Care Brian Farka, Pastor of Student Ministry Chad Melton, Pastor of Middle School Ministry Nancy Holm, Director of Worship Ministry Chanda Winkels, Pastor of Elementary Children’s Ministry Julie Barnes, Director of Preschool Children’s Ministry Jessica Thompson, Director of Nursery Ministry SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday Worship: 8 a.m. Traditional worship; 9:15 and 10:45 a.m. Contemporary worship.

Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. (Sept.-May for 3 years old through adult)

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OUR MISSION: • To be a people of God who are committed to Loving Jesus, Becoming Like Jesus and Sharing Jesus with the world.

WE BELIEVE: • Jesus Christ is the center of all life and people can find new life in a relationship with Him. OUR MINISTRIES: • We have many ministry groups serving in the areas of adults, children, youth, hospitality, local and global missions, small groups and many more. Special weekly ministries include Celebrate Recovery, Awana for children and youth groups for teenagers. Visit alexandriacovenant.org/ ministries for more information.

OUR HISTORY: • Founded in 1946, Alexandria Covenant Church started out small – 13 charter members meeting in a home. It now includes more than 1,200 regular attendees.

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Alexandria First Free Methodist Church

402 8th Ave. E. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 761-7000

EMAIL: alexfirstfmc@alexfirstfmc.org WEBSITE: http://www.alexfirstfmc.org Facebook, Alexandria First Free Methodist Church CLERGY: Rev. Rick Martin, Pastor SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: Sunday, 10 a.m.

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OUR CHURCH: • Founded in 1879.

• Sunday morning services are live streamed on the church’s YouTube channel.

OUR VISION: Our vision Is about being excited about getting involved in the community, reaching out to those God has placed in our path, confident in sharing our faith and serving others

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EMAIL: office@alexumc.org WEBSITE: www.alexumc.org STAFF: Gary Taylor, Pastor Ginger Mayer, Admin. Assistant Kayla Brunkow, Director of Children’s Ministries Brenda Thomson, Director of Youth Ministries Denise Dropik, Custodian

MEMBERS: 350 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 8 and 10:30 a.m. Sundays Summer Worship: 8 and 9:30 a.m.

Sundays Christian Education: 9:15 a.m. Sundays (Pre-K-5th grade and adults) Fellowship: 9 a.m. Sundays Confirmation/Youth Group: 6 p.m.

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OUR CHURCH: Building upon its rich Wesleyan heritage of social justice ministry, the United Methodist Church continues to proclaim grace and freedom in the name and spirit of Jesus.

We are a community of faith in action, a giving church, actively giving church, actively addressing community and world concerns.

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• Lectionary-based Bible studies • Book- and video-based discussion groups-engage emerging Christian concepts • United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) - addressing global concerns • Wood Fired Oven - Community gathering on Wednesday nights in the summer.

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Berea Lutheran Brethren Church

1405 Sixth Ave. E. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-1092

EMAIL: stevewalswick@yahoo.com WEBSITE: www.welcometoberea.org CLERGY: Steve Walswick, Pastor SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sundays, 9:30 a.m.

Sundays (Memorial Day-Labor Day) Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sundays (September-May)

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WE BELIEVE: • The Bible is God’s Word and it is the final authority for faith and life. God desires to have a personal relationship with every individual He has created. All people need to turn from sin and trust in God’s grace alone for salvation. Jesus Christ is true God and true man who gave His life on the cross as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of the whole world. The Holy Spirit comforts and strengthens believers as they seek to grow in their faith and walk with God.

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Bethesda Lutheran Church

1204 No. Nokomis NE Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-5164

EMAIL: bethesdachurch1204@embarqmail.com WEBSITE: bethesdaalexandria.org CLERGY: Pastor Jerry Lanes MEMBERS: 471 baptized members

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Saturday worship, 5 p.m.

Sunday worship, 9:30 a.m.

Youth Night, Wednesday 5 p.m. (SeptMay)

OUR MINISTRIES: Bethesda’s ministries identify programs and activities that allow members of Bethesda to care and provide for the needs of others, focusing on the needs of those outside the church, in the community, and in the world. Some of those include Douglas County Food Shelf, ELCA Disaster Response, the Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity, missionary sponsorship and more.

OUR VISION AND MISSION: A Congregation: Growing in faith. Gracious in love. Generous in mission. Gathered and sent to proclaim and serve Christ.

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Calvary Lutheran Church

605 Douglas Street Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-5178

FAX: (320) 763-1459 EMAIL: office@calvaryalex.org WEBSITE: www.calvaryalex.org CLERGY: Hans Dahl, Lead Pastor and Nathan Thompson, Interim Pastor MEMBERS: 2,149 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: (Labor Day-Memorial Day) Saturday Relaxed Worship at Calvary: 6 p.m. Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional, and 10:45 a.m. Modern Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Wednesday Modern Worship: 6:15 p.m.

(Memorial Day-Labor Day) Saturday Relaxed Worship: 6 p.m. at Calvary Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Traditional at Calvary

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At Calvary, you’ll be welcomed into a friendly, casual environment by people who are excited to see you. All you have to do from here is come as you are and find out more for yourself! Our goal is to lead people to a lifelong faith in Jesus Christ.

At Calvary, you don’t need to have all the answers. You don’t need to be perfect. We want you to come as you are and let God work in your heart. At Calvary, we believe there are three ingredients to a lifelong faith: Worshiping. Connecting. Serving.

This is what we do and we can’t wait to join you on your journey of faith!

Psalm 23

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not [a]want.

2 He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters.

3 He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake.

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Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.

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Calvary Covenant Church

404 Meeker St. P.O. Box 190 Evansville, MN 56326 (218) 948-2230

EMAIL: pastor@calvarycovenant.org WEBSITE: www.calvarycovenant.org CLERGY: Kendall Churchill, Senior Pastor MEMBERS: 50 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sundays, 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School (through 5th grade): 9:15 a.m.

Second Sunday of the month: 9:15 a.m.

Family Sunday School and Breakfast Adult Education: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays Please see website for summer schedule and further details.

OUR CHURCH: • We are a part of the Evangelical Covenant Church, which has identified six key principles that help guide us in our journey as a community.

• We affirm these: the centrality of the word of God, the necessity of the new birth, a commitment to the whole mission of the church, the church as a fellowship of believers, a conscious dependence on the Holy Spirit, and the reality of freedom in Christ.

OUR MISSION: • Our mission is to be a caring family of believers in Jesus Christ, committed to the inspired Word of God, living out our faith by encouraging one another, caring for each other’s burdens and sharing the gospel with our community through witnessing in love and acts of kindness.

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Catalyst Covenant Church P.O. Box 188 Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 759-1800 or (320) 766-5725 EMAIL: jimblacksongs@icloud.com Look us up on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CatalystCovenantChurch STAFF: Jim Black, Lead Pastor, Church Planter SCHEDULE: 10 a.m. Worship Gathering at Common Ground Coffee House, Upper Room 516 Hawthorne St. Alexandria, MN 56308

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OUR CHURCH: • At Catalyst, we want to enjoy life together by connecting with God and loving and serving others. You don’t have to be perfect. You don’t have to be a certain age. And don’t feel the need to pretend about anything. Catalyst Covenant Church is a place where God meets people who are far from perfect. So anyone is welcome, no matter where they are on their spiritual journey.

• We are a community striving to love God, each other and our neighbors, which is not an uncommon goal in words but in the actual obedience to His words.

• Give us a call or stop by to have a cup of coffee and worship with us!

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Chippewa Lutheran Church

6655 County Road 7 NW P.O. Box 32 Brandon, MN 56315 (320) 834-4875

EMAIL: chippewalutheran@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.brandonmn.com/ChippewaLutheranChurch.htm CLERGY: Todd Klemme, Pastor MEMBERS: 221 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 10:45 a.m. Sundays with communion the first Sunday each month Coffee fellowship: 10:15 a.m. Sundays Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sundays for all ages (during school year) Confirmation: Following worship on Sundays for 8th-9th grades OUR MISSION: • “Reaching our Community for Christ.”

• It is our desire at Chippewa Lutheran Church to be faithful to Jesus Christ and obedient to His Word. It is with thankful

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hearts that we give Him the glory for His help.

OUR BELIEFS: • We believe the Bible to be the true, inspired, infallible and inerrant Word of God. We hold that the Bible, as a whole and in all its parts, is the true Word of God, regardless of man’s attitude toward it. We also administer the Sacraments of Baptism and the Lord’s Supper.

OUR MINISTRIES: • Our Women’s Missions Federation (which serves the women of our congregation with a program of Bible study and missions emphasis) meets quarterly.

• Priscilla Circle meets the fourth Monday of each month.

• Our youth group fellowships together once a month.

OUR CHURCH: • We are a member of the Association of Free Lutheran Congregations (AFLC).

We are not a synod, but an association of free and living congregations.

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Christina Lake Lutheran Church

22156 County Road 24 NW Evansville, MN 56326 (218) 948-2218 EMAIL: christina@gctel.net

CLERGY: Rev. Dr. Mark Erickson, pastormarkerickson@yahoo.com MEMBERS: 120 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday Service: Jan. 1-June 30, 10:30 a.m.

July 1-Dec. 31, 8:30 a.m.

Communion: First Sunday of the month.

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OUR CHURCH: • All are welcome. We offer Sunday Services, Ladies’ Aid, Confirmation, Sunday School, fellowship and more.

• Christina Lake Lutheran Church was founded in 1871 and is located on the scenic road between Evansville and Battle Lake. It is nestled in the midst of a historic cemetery, one mile east of Melby.

• The church’s original name was St. Christina, and it was organized on the eastern shore of Lake Christina. Its present sanctuary is the second; the first was destroyed by fire in 1958. The present sanctuary is fully air conditioned.

• It is the mother church of 16 other congregations in the area and features stained glass windows by the German-American artist Dieterich Spahn.

• Christina Lake Lutheran Church celebrated its 130th anniversary of its cemetery in 2008.

Church membership is drawn from Douglas, Grant and Otter Tail counties.

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Church of St. Mary 420 Irving St. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-5781 EMAIL: stmary@stmaryalexandria.org WEBSITE: www.stmaryalexandria.org FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ stmaryalexandria/ CLERGY: Steve Binsfeld, Pastor SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 8 and 10 a.m. Sundays 5 p.m. Saturdays 5 p.m. Tuesdays 8:30 a.m. Wednesdays 7 a.m. Thursdays 8:30 a.m. Fridays Sunday School: 9:50-11 a.m. Sundays for children 4 years old through kindergarten (End of September through Sunday before Palm Sunday)

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OUR MISSION: • “Our Mission is to Know, Love and Serve God by Living the Eucharist.”

AT A GLANCE: • 2,154 registered households • 5,516 Baptized Catholics • 32 full-time employees • 210 elementary school (K-6) enrollment • 449 faith formation (youth) enrollment • 60+ ministries and committees • 9,000 homebound visits • 1,800 average weekend Mass attendance • 90 weekend liturgical volunteers OUR MINISTRIES: • Explore the Ministry Handbook at www. stmaryalexandria.org for a description of ministries.

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Cornerstone Church

202 Seventh Ave. E. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-1565

EMAIL: office@cornerstoneofalexandria.com WEBSITE: www.cornerstoneofalexandria.com CLERGY: Darryl Knappen, Senior Pastor 320-766-9162 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 10 a.m. Sundays Amazing Grace Cafe: 9:30 and 11:15 a.m.

Sundays Teaching/Application Time: 11:15 a.m.

Sundays Fellowship Lunch: Noon, 2nd and 4th Sundays OUR BELIEFS: • “We believe the Bible is the Word of God, which is fully inspired and without error in the original manuscripts. This means that it is our only authority in matters of faith and conduct.”

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ilies worshiping, meeting and studying together. We believe that the church is a family of families, where the church family (composed of singles, grandparents and families) is supporting the nuclear family in their spiritual development. We do this by encouraging fathers to be the spiritual leaders (pastors) of their homes and mothers to nurture and nourish the next generation to walk with God for His glory.

• We are also a church that is highly committed to the Great Commission, which commands us to make disciples of all peoples. To accomplish that task, we plan on engaging 100 percent of our members to the task of evangelism, which is the proclamation and spread of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

• You will experience a worshipful blend of songs that makes Jesus the focus of our adoration during worship services. Our services are not the traditional liturgical type; rather, worshipers are encouraged to participate in singing easy-to-sing songs once they catch the melody.

OUR MINISTRIES: • Some of Cornerstone’s ministries include Heartbeat Bible Studies and partner ministries with Trout Lake Camp and ZEMA (Zion Evangelical Ministries of Africa).

The Church in the Pines

3992 Highway 27 W. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 760-6190

EMAIL: churchadmin@thechurchalex.org WEBSITE: https://www.thechurchalex.org/ CLERGY: Jay Jensen MEMBERS: 110 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sundays: 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Nursery (ages 0 to 5) second service only.

OUR MISSION: • To provide a safe haven for the broken, hurting, searching and lonely who need a place of rest, refreshment and salvation.

• A family community of acceptance where followers of Christ can fellowship and develop loving relationships.

• An environment of discipleship where followers of Christ can learn and develop their God-given gifts walking out the Great Commission in our community.

STATEMENT OF FAITH: God’s Word is our guide.

CHURCH VISION: The Church is an oasis of loving nurture that grows disciples of Christ.

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1427 Lake St. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-6721

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MEMBERS: 230

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 10 a.m.-noon Sundays OUR MINISTRIES: Young Men/Young Women/Activity Day, Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m.

East Moe Lutheran Church

3531 E. Moe Road NW Garfield, MN 56332

EMAIL: moelutheranparish@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.moelutheranparish.org CLERGY: Saul Stensvaag, Interim Pastor (218) 205-6565 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sundays Check by phone, church sign, email or website for current time.

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OUR CHURCH: • East Moe holds true to its Lutheran heritage through Word and Sacrament, incorporating traditional and nontraditional worship service.

OUR HISTORY: • East Moe was built in 1882 on land donated by Hans Pederson. On Sept. 3, 1882, the first worship service was held.

• It was organized as Ostre Moe (East Moe) May 28, 1886, with 172 members.

• In 1888, the congregation was officially incorporated as Ostre Moe Norkse Evangeliske Lutherske Menighed.

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Ebenezer Evangelical Lutheran Church

13070 County Road 6 NW Alexandria, MN 56308

WEBSITE: ebenezer-lcms.godaddysites.com SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9 a.m. Sundays Worship time changes to 10:30 a.m. in September Sunday School: 3 years old to 12th grade OUR MISSION: • The purpose of this congregation shall be to give honor and glory to the Triune God, to carry out His will, to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all the world, to manifest the unity of our faith in Jesus Christ as God and Savior, to foster Christian fellowship and love, to extend a helping hand to human need, and to achieve its objectives by preaching the Word of God, by the administration of the sacraments, and by the religious instruction of all its members according

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to the confessional standard of the Evangelical Lutheran Church.

OUR MINISTRIES: • Children’s and youth programs, Men’s Club, Women’s Circles, adult Bible study, Minnesota Missions.

OUR HISTORY: • In 1874, a number of German Lutherans in Leaf Valley extended a call to Candidate August Hertwig at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. He was installed on August 16, 1874, and in 1875, the congregation was formally organized as Ebenezer Evangelical Lutheran Church.

• Despite all the changes through the years, however, the true purpose of our church has remained consistent. We have continued to strive to work toward God’s great plan of salvation for all men through faith in his Son, Jesus Christ. We pray that God’s grace will extend toward our church family for many years.

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Emmanuel Episcopal Church

602 12th Ave. E. P.O. Box 231 Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-3201

EMAIL: episcopal@centurylink.net WEBSITE: www.alexmnepiscopal.org CLERGY: Rev. Tom Sinning, Pastor SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Sunday School: 9:30 a.m., first and third Sundays of the month Please visit our website for times and information about adult classes, special services, activities and events.

OUR MISSION: • Emmanuel welcomes everyone who wants to become closer to Jesus Christ.

Our services are traditional and based on the Book of Common Prayer, but we are forward in our thinking and embrace all who seek a church home. A variety of music, Scripture readings and prayers are part of our worship experience.

OUR MINISTRIES: • We participate in many projects that benefit people in our area. Emmanuel founded and still heavily supports the Douglas County Food Shelf. We have several ongoing service projects through which we reach out to charities and missions both locally and in the greater community.

• We have Godly Play-based Sunday school, Bible study and seasonal activities. Several times a year, we have meals for anyone who is looking for good food and friendly people.

• After church each Sunday, we have an informal coffee hour where we get to know each other better.

OUR HISTORY: • Emmanuel Episcopal is one of the oldest churches in Alexandria. It was founded in the fall of 1859 by Bishop Henry Whipple.

Like many frontier churches, services were held in homes.

• The first church building was consecrated in 1875 at the corner of Fifth and Fillmore. The building was used until the current church building was constructed in 1966.

We invite you to come and worship with us.

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Fahlun Lutheran Church 3550 County Road 74 NE P.O. Box 724 Nelson, MN 56355 (320) 763-9500 EMAIL: oursavioursfahlun@gmail.com CLERGY: Jeremy Pedersen, Pastor (sharing with Our Saviour’s Lutheran) MEMBERS: 65 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Fifth Sundays combined worship with Our Saviour’s.

Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

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OUR MISSION: • It is the mission of our church to carry the Word of God to all people. We will strive to help those in need and to be a rock for them to lean on and a shelter for them to feel safe.

OUR MINISTRIES: • The Women of the Word meet once a month.

• We joined the Augustana District of LCMC. OUR HISTORY: • Our church organized May 31, 1871.

• Our present building was built in 1891.

• A pipe organ was installed in 1909 and is still being used.

• The church is decorated in Swedish traditional at Christmas.

• We celebrated our 140th anniversary in 2012.

Faith Lutheran Church, Evansville

“Grace Through Faith Ministries Parish” 526 State St. NW Evansville, MN 56326 (218) 948-2574 or (320) 834-4589 EMAIL: faithlc@gctel.com WEBSITE: www.faithlutheranevansvillemn.org

CLERGY: Rev. Sarah Berglund, Pastor Faith Formation Ministry Associates: Tiffany Hokanson and Alicia Meissner MEMBERS: 390 baptized SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday morning: 10 a.m. Coffee fellowship 10:30 a.m. Worship First Sunday of the month, parish worship rotates between Faith Lutheran and Grace Lutheran in Brandon.

During school year: Sunday School, 9:15 a.m.; Adults, 9 a.m.

Broadcast: On the Gardonville Local Area Access Television Station.

Worship is streamed online and is on podcast form on our website.

MISSION STATEMENT: • “Growing together in Christ to minister, to love and to serve.”

WE BELIEVE: • We are a faith family, a faith community, an ELCA Christian body called by God to love and support each other, as well as our surrounding community, through acts of love and service. We are a family because we recognize that, through the gift of Holy Baptism, we are all beloved children of God. We are all members of God’s family through Jesus Christ.

• Therefore, we all love and support each other through worship, prayer, conversation, visitation, acts of service and fellowship activities. We are excited for the opportunities that the Holy Spirit is opening for us!

• Come join us in our faith journey. Let us together continue to trust in grace and renewal and reflect the love that God has shone upon us.

• Please check out our website and find us on Facebook at “Grace Through Faith Ministries” for all our ministry, adult and youth opportunities.

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Faith Lutheran Church ELCA, Miltona

5500 County Road 14 NE Miltona, MN 56354 (218) 943-2891

Confirmation Class: 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.

Wednesdays, during the school year Adult Bible Study: 10 a.m. Thursdays

EMAIL: faith310@midwestinfo.net

All our worship services are intergenerational and are designed to address the milestone needs, joys and concerns of all ages. We treasure God’s gift of music and enjoy both our bell choir and vocal choir, along with periodic special music.

WEBSITE: www.faithlutheranmiltona.com CLERGY: John M. Riggle, Pastor Cell: (712) 449-0027 Email: johnmriggle@gmail.com SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday Morning Worship: 9 to 10 a.m.

Sunday Fellowship: 10:15 a.m.

Sunday School for older children: Wednesday evenings, 6:30 p.m.

Sunday School for younger children: during worship “Two on Tuesday” Ukulele Band: 1 p.m.

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OUR CHURCH: • Faith Lutheran Church is a welcoming, energetic, and growing congregation.

Our mission is to worship God by loving and serving our neighbors and making disciples for Jesus Christ. We offer a safe place to explore questions of meaning, purpose and belonging … brought together and growing in Christ.

• Faith Lutheran is 9/10 of a mile east of Minnesota State Highway 29 on Douglas County Highway 14 NE.

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First Congregational United Church of Christ

221 Seventh Ave. W. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-3341

EMAIL: firstcongoalexandria@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.firstcongregationaluccalex.com CLERGY: Pastor Michael Fritz, interim minister MEMBERS: About 180 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 10 a.m. Sundays (broadcast on KXRA AM at 11 a.m. the first Sunday of each month) Communion: Second Sunday of each month OUR MINISTRIES: • Our Ministries: Meaningful worship on Sundays for all ages, small group experiences for children, educational and spiritual growth for all during Lent and at other times, women’s group meetings, and local and global missions projects.

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OUR MISSION: • Our Mission: To demonstrate God’s presence, strength, faithfulness and love, collectively and individually, in God’s world.

WE BELIEVE: • We believe that our worship and service in the name of Jesus Christ are our top priorities. We believe that “God is Still Speaking” through Scripture inspired by the Holy Spirit.

• We believe that all people are created in the divine image of God, regardless of age, ability, culture, race, gender or orientation, and as such, are loved and welcome at First Congregational Church.

OUR CHURCH: • Find us on Facebook at “First Congregational Church Alexandria,” where people believe, belong and become.

• Watch us live on Sunday mornings on YouTube, “First Congregational UCC Alexandria, MN.” • Watch us each weekday morning at 9 a.m. on cable TV Channel 181.

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First Lutheran Church, Alexandria

822 Douglas St., Alexandria, MN 56308 (until Aug. 1, 2019) 1655 18th Ave. W., Alexandria, MN 56308 (after Aug. 1, 2019) (320) 762-2196 EMAIL: greg.tvrdik@firstlutheranalexandria.com

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Saturday evening worship: 5 p.m.

Sunday worship: 8:30 and 10 a.m.

Wednesday: 6:15 p.m., September-May Check out our website for information regarding our Children and Youth programming.

ABOUT US: Welcome to First Lutheran Church, where faith and life meet!

Our mission is: First Lutheran is a vibrant Christian community committed to connecting faith and life for people of all ages through worship, learning, and serving in Jesus’ name.

WEBSITE: www.firstlutheranalexandria.com CLERGY: Greg Billberg, Lead Pastor Kari van Wakeren, Associate Pastor Ben Jacobson, Associate Pastor MEMBERS: 2,497

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217 N Nokomis St Alexandria, MN 56308

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First Lutheran Church, Kensington

25 State Street E PO Box 122 Kensington, MN 56343 (320) 965-2540 Parish Office: (320) 965-2549 EMAIL:1stluthe@runestone.net WEBSITE: www.nflparish.com

CLERGY: Pastor Janna Bader

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday service varies between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. ~ Check Neighbors in Faith Lutheran Parish Facebook Page SUNDAY SCHOOL: 10 a.m. during School Year at Parish House. The Sunday school class takes part in the regular worship several Sundays during the year, and put on a Christmas program each year. They

also put on a worship service in May each year. We have a monthly movie and game night during the school year.

OUR MINISTRIES: •Naomi Bible Study meets the third Tuesday of every month at church.

•Ladies WELCA meets most months on the first Wednesday at 7 p.m. at church.

•Choir Practice on Wednesday at 6 p.m.

•WELCA Community Christmas Potluck Brunch is on the first Saturday in December.

•Country Fair is held in September.

•Meatball dinner is on the first Sunday in March.

•Salad Luncheon is held in May. •Hog Roast in on the first Sunday in October.

•Soup and sandwiches are served at 6 p.m. before Lenten services.

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First Presbyterian Church

101 W. Oak St. Osakis, MN 56360 (320) 859-4550

EMAIL: osakispc@midwestinfo.net WEBSITE: www.osakispresbyterian.org, Facebook: Osakis Presbyterian CLERGY: Randy Knuth, Pastor MEMBERS: 51 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9:30 a.m. Sunday OUR MISSION: • First Presbyterian is a mission-oriented congregation contributing year round to local organizations such as Douglas

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and Todd County Food Shelves, Hands of Hope, Eagle’s Healing Nest, etc. and globally through our Presbyterian Mission Organization and other missionaries.

OUR CHURCH: • Our congregation began on October 29, 1900 and is centered around Jesus Christ throughout our inspirational worship, caring fellowship, engaging Bible study and faithful witness and service in and around Osakis. Through God’s blessings, we share his spirit with all whom we meet.

• Plan to join us for our Friendship Table meals, held several times throughout the year, our Pie and Ice Cream Social, held during Osakis Festival or for our free community Thanksgiving dinner, held on Thanksgiving day.

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Stephanie Aasness West Central Minnesota Communities Action, Inc Phone: 320-304-3458 ext. 7213

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

(LCMS-Lutheran Church Missouri Synod) 2702 Hwy. 29 N. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-5152

WEBSITE: www.goodshepherd-lcms.org

OUR HISTORY: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church was established on July 25, 1982, as a mission outreach of Zion Lutheran Church of Alexandria. On July 8, 1984, groundbreaking ceremonies took place at 2702 Highway 29 N. A 12,000-square-foot addition was dedicated on Oct. 29, 2000.

STAFF: Pastor Tim Schiller Shirley Johnson, secretary

OUR MISSION: “We are a caring community of believers connecting people to JOY.”

EMAIL: shirley@goodshepherd-lcms.org

MEMBERS: 595 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES Sunday Worship: 8 and 10:45 a.m. (9 a.m.

Memorial Day-Labor Day) Sunday School/Adult Bible Study: 9:30 a.m.

Labor Day-Memorial Day Special Services/Ministry Events: Check the calendar on the church website.

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As “Caring Believers Sharing JOY,” we invite you and your family to visit us at Good Shepherd. Together we will experience the Love of God through the teaching of HIS Word, fellowship activities, Bible study for all ages, Worship, Praise and Friendship.

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• Snack sticks and cheeses.

• Fresh cut Steaks, Chops and Roasts.

• Award Winning Ham. • Fresh High Quality Meats • Check out the Specialty Sauces and Spices available.

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Gospel Light Baptist Church

1615 Sixth Ave. E. Alexandria, MN 56308 (218) 671-0993

EMAIL: pastorelbc@gmail.com WEBSITE: Facebook - Gospel Light Baptist Church, Alexandria CLERGY: Silas Clarke SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday at 3 p.m.

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ABOUT US: Our services are held in the white community building across the street from Anderson’s florist. The building is also known as the Regeneration Center.

We sing the traditional hymns and preach from the King James Bible. We welcome everyone to come and join us. There is a class for the kids and an elevator for the disabled to enter the building. We hope you will visit us soon!

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GraceChurch - The Point

1704 Hazel Hill Road SE Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-4393

EMAIL: gracealx@embarqmail.com WEBSITES: www.gracechurchalexandria.com www.facebook.com/thepointalexandria CLERGY: Craig Dahl, Pastor SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 5 p.m. Saturdays (The Point) 10:15 a.m. Sundays Sunday Classes: 9 a.m. Sundays, for all ages (September-May) OUR VISION: • To be a church that knows and loves God passionately!

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OUR MISSION: • Worship God. • Demonstrate the love of Christ through the gifts he has given.

• Follow the guidance of the Holy Spirit as he empowers us to be God’s witnesses.

OUR GUIDE: • “Love one another as I have loved you.

By this, all will know that you are my disciples.” – Jesus OUR MINISTRIES: • Call the church office for weekly opportunities.

WHERE WE’RE LOCATED: • Grace Church is located in the southeastern portion of Alexandria, just east of the roundabout at McKay and 34th Avenues. The Church is 1.5 miles east of Viking Plaza and one-third mile west of the south Lake Victoria landing.

Grace Lutheran, Brandon A “Grace through Faith Ministries” parish

205 Central Ave. Brandon, MN 56315 (320) 834-4873 or (320) 524-2262 EMAIL: grace@gctel.com WEBSITE: www.gracebrandon.org CLERGY: Pastor Sarah Berglund Faith Formation Ministry Associates: Tiffany Hokanson and Alicia Meissner MEMBERS: 435 baptized SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9 a.m. Sundays Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. (During school year) 1st Sunday of the month, Parish Worship rotates between Grace Lutheran and Faith Lutheran in Evansville. View website for more details.

OUR MISSION: The mission of Grace congregation is striving to be “a caring community of believers in Christ Jesus reaching out to you in God’s love.”

We seek to welcome all people who join us in worship and fellowship. We also seek to be a community that finds ways to make a difference in the lives of those around us.

With that as our mission we strive to offer: Weekly worship that is Christ-centered.

Worship music that assists us to praise our Lord and Savior. Grace is thankful for the ministry of the Sounds of Grace, a contemporary praise band that leads music once a month during the school year and twice a month during the summer.

Lively youth and adult Christian education that is focused on God’s word. This includes Sunday School, youth ministry, adult forum, confirmation ministry and adult Bible studies.

Opportunities for service in our community and world. Grace has an active women’s organization serving through quilting and other fundraising activities for the support of various ministries.

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Church for the Harvest

1910 Aga Drive #280 Alexandria MN 56308 (320) 759-1400

EMAIL: office@harvestalexandria.com WEBSITE: www.HarvestAlexandria.com SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook.com/HarvestAlexandria Instagram at HarvestAlexandria FOUNDING AND SENIOR PASTORS: Mike and Rhonda Bartolomeo OUR STAFF: Kim Boutain: Youth Director Katy Zitzmann: Children’s Director Kurtis Haider: Worship Director SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: At HarvestAlexandria.com you will find our current service times, recent sermons, a full list of our youth and children’s ministries as well as our current Life Groups.

OUR MISSION: To do what it takes to reach and disciple people for Christ.

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OUR VISION: Equipping Christians to live irresistible lifestyles and to engage in influential works of service for God’s Kingdom.

OUR HISTORY: Church for the Harvest began as a Bible study in Pastor Mike and Rhonda’s home in the fall of 1999. By October 2000, the church began meeting at Alexandria Technical College on Sunday nights. Two years later, they had outgrown the space and moved to the Discovery Middle School auditorium until October 2006. Harvest then acquired a lease space to accommodate growth and new ministries of the church.

From the beginning, Harvest has focused on reaching out to the local and surrounding communities as well as the nation and mission fields across the world. We are committed to do what it takes to reach and disciple people for Jesus Christ and our vision is to equip Christians to live irresistible lifestyles and to engage in influential works of service for God’s kingdom.

House of Prayer Church

3020 Rosewood Lane SE (320) 762-0828

EMAIL: hopci@hopci.com WEBSITE: www. hopci.com CLERGY: Pastor Lynndene Way MEMBERS: 50

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday Morning Worship service starts at 10 a.m.

OUR VISION: We are a Spirit-filled family church with a vision that can be summarized in four words: Pray, Reach, Teach, and Send. “And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine (teaching of the word of God) and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.”

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Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 306 W. Oak St. P.O. Box F Osakis, MN 56360 (320) 859-2390 EMAIL: iccosakis@arvig.net WEBSITE: www.immaculateconceptionosakis.org CLERGY: Father David Petron, Pastor MEMBERSHIP: Approx. 325 families SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Mondays, 8 a.m. Communion service at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Osakis.

Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Mass at Galeon.

Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. Mass at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Belle River.

Thursdays, 9 a.m. Mass at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Osakis.

First Fridays only, 8 a.m. Mass at Immaculate Conception, Osakis; Adoration in the church until 8 p.m.

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Saturdays, 4 p.m. Mass at Immaculate Conception, Osakis.

Sunday, 8:30 a.m. Mass at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Belle River, and 10:30 a.m. Mass at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Osakis.

OUR MISSION: • We offer many event opportunities for members within our parish life and pride ourselves in our annual Parish Festival the second Sunday in July, at which we host an outdoor Mass, great food, games, Bingo, live and silent auctions, and activities for families.

• We are blessed with a Catholic elementary school, St. Agnes. We offer religious education classes to youth in grades kindergarten through 12 in Wednesday afternoon/evening programs. Vacation Bible School is held in August. Our Children’s Liturgy (Little Hearts 4 Jesus) is held every Sunday during 10:30 a.m.

Mass October-May and once a month June-September.

Lake Community Church

490 Voyager Drive 320-762-5424

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Services

EMAIL: pastorjon@lakecommunity.org

ABOUT US: We are a community of imperfect people with backgrounds of all kinds who are tackling life’s issues together. It doesn’t matter where you’ve been or what you’ve done, we have a seat for you. Come join us on Sunday morning.

WEBSITE: www.lakecommunity.org CLERGY: Jon Ewton - Senior Pastor Paul Peterson - Associate Pastor Melody Warren - Care and Pastoral Care

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Lakeland United Pentecostal Church

803 22nd Ave. E. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-2080 WEBSITE: lupci.org CLERGY: Roger A. Feiler

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday Morning at 10 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Classes at 7 p.m.

OUR MISSION: • To build a body of believers who, through a firm grasp of the Word of God, saturate our city with the Good News until Christ returns.

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WE BELIEVE: • The Bible is the inspired, infallible Word of God. (2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:20-21) • In One God, who is infinite in power, holy in nature, possessing absolute, indivisible Deity, who became the suffering servant, Jesus Christ, to redeem mankind.

(Deuteronomy 6:4, Ephesians 4:5-6, I Timothy 3:16) • To access Christ’s redemption, the believer must repent; be baptized by immersion in water, calling on the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ; and be baptized (or filled) with the Holy Ghost, speaking in other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance. This constitutes the new birth.

(John 3:5, Acts 2:4, 37-39) • In a lifestyle of obedience to Biblical principles. (2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 4:24)

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LifeRight Outreach

1904 6th Ave. E. (Men’s Facility) 1906 6th Ave. E. (Church, Upper) 1906 6th Ave. E. (Women’s Facility) Alexandria, MN 56308 (320)759-3930 FAX: (320)759-3931 EMAIL: liferightangie@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.liferightoutreach.org STAFF: Ryan Colbjornsen, Men’s Director Nikol Shinabarger, Women’s Director Angie Chamberlin, Administrator Board Chair, Marilyn Ingebrigtsen, email: minge@gctel.net MEMBERS: 60-80

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.

ABOUT US: Our facility opened in February 2007 to minister to men searching for a new beginning and a focus on Christ. In 2014, doors to a second transitional housing facility opened for women. LifeRight is focused on helping those who are desperate and in need of God and His people.

OUR MISSION: The LifeRight Outreach Mission is to share with others how,

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through Christ, real life change is possible.

We encompass spiritual, educational, and life skills development.

OUR VISION: The LifeRight Outreach Vision is to bring hope to the broken, hurting, lonely, and searching through a personal relationship with Christ.

OUR MINISTRY: LifeRight has a non-denominational Church gathering every Wednesday, which is open to the community. There are daily devotions, prayer and Bible study classes (M-F) for our transitional housing residents. It has faith-based program for people dealing with addiction and/or life struggles. It offers hope to those searching for a change! It has separate temporary, transitional housing for men and women. Our ministry helps individuals in the area, from surrounding communities and across the United States. LifeRight will provide sincere and effectual Christian leadership within a sober and serene community in order that residents may thrive and grow mentally, physically, socially and spiritually. We extend the education of our residents by connecting them with opportunities within the community in volunteer service, education, governmental programs, church options, mentoring and employment options.

Love INC

of Douglas County Lakes Area 44 Glenn Road NW Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 759-3022

OUR MISSION: • To mobilize local churches to transform lives and communities in the name of Christ.

EMAIL: director@loveincdouglas.org

OUR VISION: • Recognizing the value in everyone by investing in relationships to help achieve their God-given potential.

WEBSITE: www.loveincdouglas.org STAFF: Tammy Boushek, Executive Director Helen Ann Wagner, Clearinghouse Coordinator Chelsea Lee, Volunteer/Life Skills Class Coordinator CLEARINGHOUSE HOURS: We are a call-in ministry.

9:30 a.m. to noon (M/W/F) 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (T/Th) WHAT IS LOVE INC? • Love INC (In the Name of Christ) is a Christian, volunteer-based nonprofit organization. Our purpose is to network local churches and link resources to help community members. Love INC addresses spiritual, physical, emotional and financial needs.

OUR MINISTRY: • The clearinghouse serves the purpose of screening and meeting basic needs such as clothing, personal care items, transportation, furniture, large appliances, school shoes and school supplies, etc.

• Our Christian volunteers are the “hands and feet” of Jesus. Not only do they provide donations and services, but they also develop relationships with those in need.

• In addition, trained volunteers teach life skills classes such as boundaries, personal goal setting and money management.

• Love INC’s “defining difference” is the opportunity to focus on the “whole” person and not just the need. This promotes alleviation of poverty and brokenness in our community and transforms lives in the name of Christ!

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Living Waters Church

1310 North Nokomis NE Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-5224

OUR PURPOSE: Love God, Love People, and Help Others Love God.

EMAIL: office@mylivingwaters.org

We accomplish that mission through Services, Small Groups and Serving Opportunities. Each one of these is vital to our church and each person that is a part of it. God did not create us to fill a seat. He created us to make a difference.

WEBSITE: www.mylivingwaters.org STAFF: Nick Grey, Lead Pastor Kevin Taylor, Youth Pastor Reba Grey, Worship Leader Genevieve Lock, Financial Secretary Lynette Staie, Administrative Assistant SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday Mornings 9:30 a.m.

Kids Classes 5th grade and below during service Wednesday evenings 6:30 p.m., Youth and Kids Services

We are a church that is not about religion, but relationship. We strive to be a church that is known by its love. We are different because we are a church for people who don’t go to church. Our church is the perfect place for imperfect people.

God is at work at Living Waters Church. If you haven’t visited, we invite you to see for yourself how exciting church can be when the focus is simple and people are free to go after God with passion!

YOU’RE INVITED!

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Living Word Lutheran

1722 16th Ave. E. Alexandria, MN 56308 (just south of Woodland Elementary School) (320) 762-1997

EMAIL: secretarylwlc@gctel.net or pastorlwlc@gctel.net WEBSITE: www.livingwordalexmn.org CLERGY: A.J. Kluver, Pastor MEMBERS: 171; avg. attendance 107 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday Worship: 9 a.m., Special Seasonal Services Summer Worship: Additional Wednesday Evening Service at 7 p.m.

MISSION STATEMENT: • Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we are Growing, Sharing, and Living in God’s Word, Jesus Christ!

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OUR BELIEFS: • We are people who believe and confess our faith in the Triune God – Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

• We trust and believe in Jesus Christ as our Savior and Lord.

• LWLC is committed to being a place where the Word of God is boldly proclaimed concerning salvation by God’s grace alone, through faith alone, in Jesus Christ alone!

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES: • Bible studies – See website for specifics • Women of the Word • Confirmation and Catechism • KREW (Kids Redeemed Embraced by the Word) – Wednesday evenings (K-6th grade) • Youth Group • Vacation Bible School (all ages) OUR HISTORY: • Living Word Lutheran Church of Alexandria, Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ (LCMC), was formally established in February 2010. We built a new church building and moved into our current location in July 2013.

Firefighter’s Prayer

When I am called to duty, God wherever flames may rage, give me strength to save a life, whatever be its age.

Help me to embrace a little child before it’s too late, or save an older person from the horror of that fate.

Enable me to be alert to hear the weakest shout, and quickly and efficiently to put the fire out.

I want to fill my calling and to give the best in me, to guard my neighbor and protect his property.

And if according to your will I have to lose my life, bless with your protecting hand my loving family from strife.

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Mount Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church

On the corner of Fourth and Hintzen P.O. Box 52 Miltona, MN 56354 (218) 943-5252 CLERGY: Terry Finnern, Interim Pastor MEMBERS: About 70 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 8:45 a.m. Sunday Communion: First and third Sunday each month Vacation Bible School: One day in June at Lutheran Island Camp Bible Study: Third Wednesday of each month OUR MISSION: • To proclaim a oneness with God through Jesus Christ our Lord, as taught in the Holy Scriptures.

• Our mission is to give honor and glory to the Triune God and offer assurance of Christ’s love, forgiveness and eternal life.

• Through His crucifixion and His glorious resurrection, Jesus Christ has made it possible for all believers to have eternal life with Him in heaven.

OUR CHURCH: • Services include catechism instruction, pastoral counseling, Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, Vacation Bible School,

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Sunday school, adult Bible study, mixed choir, quilting.

• Special events: February, silent auction, soup/sandwich luncheon, pie and ice cream at the fire hall kitchen during the Miltona Tornado Days, third weekend in July.

• The next time you come to visit beautiful Lake Miltona and the surrounding areas, please come and join us in worship and fellowship on any given Sunday.

OUR HISTORY: • In 1942, area farmers and townspeople of Miltona, desiring a more centrally located church, erected the Mount Calvary Lutheran Church. The cornerstone was laid in June of 1942. A membership of 30 grew to 150 during the first four years.

• The name, Mount Calvary, was taken from the Latin form of the word Golgatha, which is Hebrew for “skull.” The place of Jesus’ crucifixion was called “Skull Hill.” (Matthew 27:33 and Luke 23:33) • In 1957, Mount Calvary and St. Paul’s (rural west Miltona) combined to form a single parish.

• In 1983, the church expanded its original structure to include a narthex, balcony area, new entrance and pastor’s study.

Sidewalks and railings were also added.

• In 2004, a ramp was added, providing handicapped accessibility to the narthex and parish hall, plus two restrooms and a cloakroom.

New Life Christian Church

1910 County Road 82 SE Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-7051

EMAIL: office@your-newlife.com WEBSITE: your-newlife.com PASTORS: John Taplin, Head Pastor Alex Goff, Associate Pastor Blake Saathoff, Youth Pastor Sue Ronning, Women’s Ministry Coordinator Wayne Claassen, Worship Tom Bock, Custodial Coordinator Tracey Anderson, Office Manager ATTENDANCE: 550-600 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sundays: 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m.

OUR MINISTRIES: • AWANA: Wednesdays at 6:25 p.m. (follows the school schedule)

• Youth Group: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sundays; Junior High 6:15-8:15 p.m. Wednesdays at Common Ground.

• Seniors Bible Study: Tuesdays at 2 p.m.

• Ongoing small groups • Men’s breakfast, Tuesdays at 6:30 a.m.

• Dads and Lads: Each May • Baudette Family Camp: Each June • Women’s Retreat: Each April OUR MISSION STATEMENT: “Helping people discover new life in Jesus Christ.”

ABOUT US: Gathering Together, Growing Together, Going Together We’re saving a seat for you! We don’t care how you’re dressed, how many tattoos you have or what candidate you voted for. We’re a church full of broken, imperfect people with every kind of story imaginable, and we’re saving a seat for you. Join us as we join with Jesus in bringing hope to the central lakes area.

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New Testament Church

2505 Highway 29 N. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-2444 Fax: (320) 762-0547

EMAIL: newtest@wisper-wireless.com WEBSITE: ntcalexandria.org CLERGY/STAFF: Peter Reishus, Pastor Mike Loween, Pastor Amanda Reishus, Children’s Leader Dyann Schumacher, Secretary SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9:30 a.m. Sundays Preaching/Teaching: 10:30 a.m. Sundays Youth Group/Family Night: 6:30 p.m.

Wednesdays OUR HISTORY: • New Testament Church in Alexandria began in 1979 in the former Central Junior High School in Alexandria (now the Douglas County Services Center). More than 100 people met that first Sunday to

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worship the Lord, listen to His Word and encourage one another in their faith.

• The church moved into its present building near Lake L’Homme Dieu on Highway 29 North in 1983.

• In 1984, New Testament Christian School was founded for the purpose of providing a sound academic education for children through a Christ-centered atmosphere and curriculum. The school offers classes for children in grades kindergarten through 12.

OUR MISSION: • New Testament Church seeks to be a Spirit-filled, Spirit-led and Spirit-empowered church. Its mission is to: 1. Minister to the Lord by worshiping in spirit and in truth.

2. Minister to one another in humility and love.

3. Minister to the world through local evangelism and foreign missions.

To accomplish this, the church teaches the Bible as God’s standard for people’s lives, and it urges them to grow in their relationship with God.

Osakis Lutheran Church

310 First Ave. E. Osakis, MN 56360 (320) 859-2350

EMAIL: olcsecretary@arvig.net WEBSITE: www.osakislutheranelca.com CLERGY: Rich Fitzer, Pastor MEMBERS: 251 households WORSHIP & SUNDAY SCHOOL: Sunday, 10 a.m.

OUR CONGREGATION: • Osakis Lutheran has a contemporary worship service on the first and third Sunday of the month and traditional worship on the second and fourth Sunday of the month. Quarterly, we have a youth band that leads worship.

• There is a Lutheran World Relief Quilting group that meets every other Monday morning.

• Pathfinders confirmation meets on Wednesday evenings beginning with a meal.

• We are part of the Backpack Attack Program feeding project through the local elementary school.

Osakis Lutheran supports and participates in Habitat for Humanity, MN Foodshare, ELCA Global Missionaries, Douglas and Todd Co. food shelves, Lutheran World Relief, Operation Bootstrap Africa, and Lutheran Social Service helping more than 85,000 people annually throughout Minnesota.

OUR HISTORY: • Osakis Lutheran was organized in 1930, as First English Evangelical Lutheran, with 50 members.

• The first regular place of worship was the Osakis Opera House.

• The current building was built in 1953, with an addition in 1987, and a fellowship hall in 2003.

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Oscar Lake Lutheran Church, ELCA

14619 Church Road W. (On County Rd 7 SW) Farwell MN 56327 (320) 283-5570 - church or (320) 866-5678 - parish office EMAIL: macjac@gctel.net, clergy srensink@charter.net, secretary

WEBSITES: www.facebook.com/trinityoscarlake www.popecountyareachurches.com CLERGY: Julie Carlson, Synodically Authorized Minister MEMBERS: 144 baptized SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 8:30 a.m. or 11 a.m. alternating every other month with Trinity Lutheran, Holmes City See website for current service times and location of activities shared with Trinity Lutheran Church School: See website for current time and location Confirmation: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Wednesdays, alternating location

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Bible Study: 1:30 p.m. See website calendar for monthly meeting date ABOUT US: Oscar Lake is a warm, welcoming country church with more than 150 years of sharing the good news of Jesus Christ in rural Douglas County.

Our famous Swedish meatball supper is held the second Wednesday in September and the men’s pancake breakfast is the first Saturday in March.

Bi-annual mission trip with Trinity Lutheran to an orphanage in Mexico.

We partner with Trinity Lutheran, Holmes City to hold an annual youth auction with proceeds going to support youth and mission activities.

Oscar Lake is the oldest chartered Lutheran church in the NW MN Synod, ELCA, established 1866. We partner with Trinity Lutheran, Holmes City.

Our Lady of the Runestone Catholic Church

11 Runestone Drive Kensington, MN 56343 (320)965-2596

EMAIL: ourladyoftherunestone@gmail. com WEBSITE: On Facebook, Our Lady of the Runestone Catholic Church

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday Mass, 8:30 a.m.

Wednesday Mass, 6 p.m.* Friday Mass, 9 a.m. but call prior* *Weekday Masses are subject to change.

MISSION: Our mission as a family of God is to learn, love, live and proclaim God’s word to all people.

MEMBERS: 135

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Our Lady of the Seven Dolors 16921 County Road 7 NW Brandon (Millerville), MN 56315 (320) 876-2240 EMAIL: sevendolors@gctel.net WEBSITE: www.catholicchurches-bmup. org CLERGY: Father Peter VanderWeyst

St. Ann’s Catholic Church

MASS TIMES: June-Aug.: Sundays, 10:30 a.m.

Sept.-Nov.: Saturdays, 4 p.m.

Dec.-Feb.: Sundays, 8:30 a.m.

March-May: Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.

St. Ann’s and Seven Dolors are clustered with Sacred Heart in Urbank and St. Williams in Parkers Prairie

402 Nelson Ave. N. P.O. Box 256 Brandon, MN 56315 (320) 834-5095 EMAIL: stanns@gctel.com WEBSITE: www.catholicchurches-bmup.org CLERGY: Father Peter VanderWeyst MASS TIMES: June-Aug.: Saturdays, 4 p.m.

Sept.-Nov.: Sundays, 8:30 a.m.

Dec.-Feb.: Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.

March-May: Sundays, 10:30 a.m.

OUR MISSION: • Growing together in God’s Love.

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Redeemer Lutheran Church

418 Third Ave. West Osakis, MN 56360 (320) 859-2769

EMAIL: Redeemerisalive@outlook.com.

FACEBOOK: Search ”Redeemerisalive” CLERGY: James S. Walburg, Pastor MEMBERS: 35 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship with Holy Communion, 9:30 a.m.

Sundays Fellowship and Bible study, 10:30 a.m. Sundays Advent and Lenten Services 7 p.m. Wednesdays OUR MINISTRY: Foot Care Ministry (toenail cutting) 9-11 a.m. second Thursday each month OUR MISSION: In grateful response to God’s grace and empowered by the Holy Spirit through Word and Sacraments, our mission is to make known the love of Christ by word and deed within our church, community, and the world.

OUR PURPOSE: To teach and preach the true word of God and the saving grace of His son, Jesus.

OUR BELIEF: We teach and respond to the love of the Triune God: The Father, creator of all that exists; Jesus Christ, the Son, who became human to suffer and die for the sins of all human beings and to rise to life again in the ultimate victory over death and Satan; and the Holy Spirit, who creates faith through God’s Word

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and Sacraments. The three persons of the Trinity are coequal and coeternal, one God.

OUR CHURCH: Redeemer Lutheran was organized by Pastor A.C. Seltz from Zion Lutheran Church in Alexandria in 1948. The first services were held in the basement of the First National Bank. There were eight charter members.

The Rev. Rodel Eberle was our first pastor.

At the first voters meeting, the church was named Redeemer Lutheran Church and officers were elected.

In 1949, a lot on the corner of Third Avenue West and Pike street in Osakis was purchased, a basement dug and blocks laid.

The First Lutheran Church of Alexandria was then purchased and moved to the site.

In 1950, our circuit bought some land on Battle Lake near Henning, and we had a church picnic with members from Immanuel Lutheran in Carlos and St. John’s Lutheran in Oak Hill (also being served by Pastor Eberle) on the land that today is Lutheran Island Camp.

In 1961, ground was broken for a new church on the same site and the new church was dedicated on Dec. 10, 1961.

We began to outgrow our church, so a building committee was formed to develop plans for an addition that included a kitchen, fellowship hall and Sunday school rooms. A ground breaking service was held on June 7, 1976. By June 5 of 1977 the addition was completed and a dedication service was held. The Redeemer Lutheran Church on Third Avenue West in Osakis today was complete.

Redeemer is active in the community with our annual turkey dinner; fair booth activities, pie and cake days at the Galeon and jam/songfests led by our talented youth group.

Rose City Free Church

16241 County Road 14 NE Eagle Bend, MN 56446 In the community of Rose City (218) 943-4241 EMAIL: mdr.ralph@gmail.com CLERGY: Ralph Erickson, Pastor

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday Worship Service: 10:45 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Sermon-based study groups meet at various locations during the week.

OUR CHURCH: • Traditional worship style or song and personal application of Scripture.

• Preaching the Word of God for more than 130 years.

OUR PURPOSE: • To MEET Jesus.

• MEET: Mature, Equip, Evangelize, Together.

OUR MISSION: • For others to MEET Jesus.

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Shalom Lutheran Church

681 Voyager Drive Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-8641

EMAIL: shalomlutheran@gctel.net WEBSITE: www.shalomlutheran.org CLERGY/STAFF: Interim Pastor Ruth Blom, Deacon for Music and Adult Ministries Director of Children and Youth Ministries MEMBERS: 530 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9 a.m., Sundays Sunday School: 10 a.m., ages 3 through 6th grade OUR MISSION: • “To invite people into a deeper relationship with Christ, that all may discover true peace and be prepared to follow him in compassionate service.”

ALL ARE WELCOME: • Shalom is a hospitable, grace-oriented community that expects visitors and offers a warm welcome to all who seek the life-giving “Peace of God” that is available through faith in Jesus Christ.

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OUR MINISTRIES: • Christ-centered worship; Bible-based conversation and study; Mission and Outreach; Sunday school and Confirmation; “Cross-Training” for 6th-9th graders; “Go Deep” for 9th-12th graders; Food Shelf; Prayer Quilts; Lutheran World Relief; Bread for the Word; Habitat for Humanity; Operation Bootstrap Africa, Love INC, and much more!

OUR HISTORY: • Shalom began on Aug. 27, 1979, as an idea of 32 individuals who petitioned the Southwestern District Office of then the ALC and First Lutheran Church in Alexandria to grant permission for an establishment of a new Lutheran congregation.

• Now almost 40 years old, we are affiliated with the ELCA and partners in mission with our three other ELCA Lutheran congregations in Alexandria.

• We (Shalom Lutheran Church) continue to add more dimensions to the outreach in the ministry of Jesus Christ that is already occurring through established congregations throughout the Alexandria area.

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Solem Lutheran Church

9159 County Road 1 SW Kensington, MN 56343 Solem Preservation Peggy Huntley, (320) 986-2478 Marlys Jensen, (320) 965-2763 OUR CHURCH: • Located in the southwestern corner of Douglas County, two miles north of Kensington on County Road 1.

• The Solem Preservation Association was formed with the goal of providing for the preservation of the church.

• Three fundraising events are held annually: In May, a “Welcome Home” church service and potluck dinner are held with former members taking a part in the service. On this day, the Cemetery Association and Preservation Association also hold their annual meetings.

In June, in conjunction with Runestone Days (Father’s Day weekend), the Solem Preservation Association Board puts on an “Old Fashioned” BBQ, pie and ice cream social on Sunday at the church following the parade.

In the fall, a Harvest Festival is held with different programs each year.

• Solem can be rented for baptisms, weddings, reunions, funerals, meetings and more from May through October.

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• Solem has kitchen facilities for serving catered meals and coffee, a beautifully furnished chapel, indoor bathrooms and a large dining room.

Upkeep is ongoing, and the Preservation Board is working on several projects.

New windows were installed in the dining room and kitchen, the church was sided with vinyl siding, the water pump was replaced, a new kitchen roof and kitchen range were installed.

OUR HISTORY: • Solem Lutheran Church was established May 21, 1876, and closed its doors on June 2008. It served the area for 132 years.

• The Olof Ohman family lot (Lot #1) is in the Solem Cemetery, which surrounds the church.

• Ohman, a Swedish immigrant, discovered the Runestone on his farm in 1898.

The Ohman farm and today’s Runestone Park is one mile east across the fields from the church.

Spirit Life Church

912 State Hwy. 29 N. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 219-6005

WEBSITE: Spirit-Life.org PASTORS: Jeff & Natasha Ferguson SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday, 10 a.m.

His Kids (kindergarten-5th grade) begins after worship.

His Kids (nursery-preschool) available during service.

YOUTH MINISTRY (6th - 12th grade) B Groups: (on a semester basis) B-Groups are small gatherings of people that meet to study God’s Word and grow in their relationship with God and one another.

OUR CHURCH: SLC is a spirit-filled, non-denominational church that loves God and loves people.

We are passionate about God’s Word and following His Holy Spirit. You can expect to be welcomed like family, experience intimate worship, and be taught the truth of God’s Word that is relevant to your everyday life.

OUR VISION: To raise up people to intimately know their God, obediently respond to His Word, confidently hear His voice, and faithfully follow His Spirit... to reach the lost and disciple the found.

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Spruce Hill Church

13148 Spruce Hill Park Road NE Miltona, MN 56354 Office: 1219 Nokomis Street Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-0382 EMAIL: historic@dchsmn.org WEBSITE: www.dchsmn.org

EVENT SCHEDULE: • Annual traditional Easter and Christmas services and midsummer hymn fest.

OUR CHURCH: • Spruce Hill Church is under the care of the Douglas County Historical Society.

The historic church had its beginnings in 1876 on a split log table in the home of Anders Lustig, where a small group of Swedish settlers gathered to write the first documents of the Svenska Augustana Synod Forsamlingen.

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• Early church meetings were held in homes, and the first church was a log church just north of the present building, which was built in 1902.

• Pastor P.E. Ording accepted the call in 1905 and was pastor of both the Swedish Evangelical Lutheran Church and Fahlun Lutheran for 30 years.

• The church became inactive in 1967 when Spruce Hill and Faith Lutheran of Miltona merged. A board of former members and historical society members has operated the church since 1994.

• While regular worship services are no longer held at the church, traditional Easter and Christmas services have been maintained, as well as a Swedish Hymn service in midsummer.

• Besides the special services, the church is used for weddings, funerals and other events approved by the board. Bequests from the estates of Emil Warberg and Esther Rosell, along with other donations, provide funds for church upkeep.

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St. John’s Evangelical Church

101 Park St. P.O. Box 18 Garfield, MN 56332 (320) 834-2248

EMAIL: stjohn@gctel.com CLERGY: Jeffrey Ross, Pastor SCHEDULE OF SUNDAY SERVICES: Worship: 9 a.m.

Communion: second and fourth Sundays of the month Fellowship: 10 a.m.

Sunday School/Bible Class: 10:15 a.m.

OUR HISTORY: • St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church was begun as a bold new venture, when on Jan. 15, 1910, families from Ebenezer Lutheran Church, Leaf Valley, strove to form a new congregation in Garfield under the leadership of the Rev. William Bartz.

• The building was dedicated after services on Oct. 2, 1910, and was the first church

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constructed in Garfield. Mr. Julius Linser thoughtfully donated land for a church cemetery.

• A parsonage was completed in 1922, and in 1925, St. John’s Lutheran Church and School were pleased to become members of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod.

• On the occasion of the congregation’s 60th anniversary in 1970, a new church site and building were dedicated to the glory of God. Two cornerstones mark the occasion – the original cornerstone from 1910 and a second (having marked the 1944 basement completion), which became the 1970 cornerstone.

• St. John’s boasts modern facilities and single-level accessibility, with a large fellowship hall, beautiful stained glass windows, an inviting sanctuary, an education wing, a nursery and a spacious kitchen.

• St. John’s has a history of 100 years serving the Garfield, Alexandria and surrounding area. Come and see for yourself what blessings God has in store for you at St. John’s!

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St. Luke’s Lutheran Church

201 E. Ida St. P.O. Box 35 Garfield, MN 56332 (320) 834-2285

EMAIL: stlukesgarfield@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.stlukeschurchgarfield.org CLERGY: David L. Gran, Pastor Sue J. Davidson, Associate Pastor David Wallin, Visitation Pastor SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 8:30 and 11 a.m. Sundays Holy Communion, second and last Sundays of the month Sunday School/Senior High Bible Study; 9:45 a.m. Sundays (3-year-olds through grade 12) Adult Bible Class: 9:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Sundays Coffee and Fellowship between services OUR MISSION: • Our mission is to bear witness to the good news that sinners are put right with God by faith alone in Jesus Christ. Looking to the cross of Christ, we resist any corruption of this gospel. We proclaim God’s Word as law and gospel for the redemption of His people. May God help us to live our lives to His glory and honor.

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WE BELIEVE: • We understand the Church of Christ to be the people of God who gather around Word and Sacrament.

• We believe that faith comes through Holy Baptism and lives are changed by the power of the Holy Spirit.

• As an LCMC congregation, we believe we are free in Christ and accountable to each other.

• We are rooted and grounded in the divinely inspired, inerrant Word of God and the Lutheran Confessions.

OUR CHURCH: • St. Luke’s Church was started by Swedish immigrants in 1869. The congregation was first named Lake Ida Lutheran Church and was located north of Garfield. After the church burned down in 1921, the congregation relocated to Garfield, on land donated by the Salstead family.

• St. Luke’s is a mother congregation to Calvary Lutheran in Alexandria.

• The present 1922 building was added on to in 2007 and again in 2013 to meet the needs of a growing congregation.

• We are the body of Christ called by the Truth of the Gospel, enlightened by the Holy Spirit and sent to be the hands and feet of Christ.

St. Nicholas Catholic Church 9473 County Road 3 NE Carlos, MN 56319 (320) 852-7041 EMAIL: stnickbelleriver@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.stnicholasbelleriver.org CLERGY: Father David Petron, Pastor MEMBERSHIP: Approximately 250 families SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Mondays, 8 a.m. Communion service at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Osakis.

Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Mass at Galeon.

Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. Mass at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Belle River.

Thursdays, 9 a.m. Mass at Immaculate Conception, Osakis.

First Fridays only, 8 a.m. Mass at Immaculate Conception, Osakis. Adoration in the church until 8 p.m.

Saturdays, 4 p.m. Mass at Immaculate Conception, Osakis.

Sundays, 8:30 a.m. Mass at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Belle River, and 10:30 a.m. Mass at Immaculate Conception, Osakis OUR MISSION: • We offer many opportunities for our members to take part in different events within our parish life.

• We offer Faith Formation classes to your youth in grades 1-11 in our Wednesday evening programs, with occasional intergenerational events planned for the entire parish.

• Vacation Bible School is offered in July for our families to participate in. We also host a potato pancake supper that brings our families together to contribute to this by working together. There are many things for our parishioners to participate in.

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St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church

718 Victoria Drive Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-1644

EMAIL: schneum@hotmail.com WEBSITE: www.stpaulalex.com CLERGY: Michael Neumann, Pastor MEMBERS: 175 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9 a.m. Sundays Bible Class/Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Sundays OUR MISSION: • “As a family of believers and disciples of the Savior, Jesus Christ, we exist to proclaim Jesus’ Word of forgiveness and life to nurture believers in their faith and to bring the lost to Christ.”

OUR MINISTRIES: • Monthly Kids’ Day (ages 3-13), Confirmation Class (grades 6-8), Youth Group, Jesus Cares Ministry (for developmentally disabled), Book Study Group (twice

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monthly), Bible Information Class (available on request).

OUR CHURCH: • St. Paul’s Lutheran Church is a Christ-centered church affiliated with the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.

OUR HISTORY: • St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church was established in 1968 as a mission of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) and soon became self-supporting.

• In 1971, the church was built, and a Sunday school and fellowship wing were added in 1985.

• Since 1976, at which time the parsonage was built, St. Paul’s has been served by a full-time pastor.

• In 2004, an addition was completed, providing added worship area, Sunday school rooms, including a cry room, a covered drive-up, no-step entrance, handicapped-accessible bathrooms, a youth activities area, a new kitchen and improved facilities for fellowship.

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church

Church of the Lighted Cross

19020 W. Miltona Road NW Parkers Prairie, MN 56361 (320) 852-7592 CLERGY: Terry Finnern, Interim Pastor SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Communion: First and third Sunday each month

OUR CHURCH: • St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church is located two miles west of State Highway 29 North off County Road 63 West, on West Miltona Road.

• You are invited to join us in worship and fellowship. Our church is handicapped accessible with easy parking access.

OUR HISTORY: • On Oct. 4, 1890, 10 members signed an article of incorporation to form St. Paul’s Lutheran and built a log church.

• In 1934, St. Paul’s officially joined the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod.

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St. Paul’s Lutheran Church of Moe Township

3491 County Road 7 SW Kensington, MN 56343

WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/saintpaulsmoetownship CLERGY: Michael Peterson, Pastor (320) 304-1371 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship and Adult Bible Class at 6:45 p.m.

Wednesdays Communion on second and fourth Wednesdays each month.

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OUR HISTORY: • St. Paul’s Lutheran Church was founded in 1900 by Finnish immigrants and today continues to share the Good News of Jesus Christ.

• “Relying on God’s Word, Together We Rejoice.”

Trinity Lutheran Church, Carlos

16 N. Douglas Ave. PO Box 26 Carlos Mn 56319 (320) 852-7530

OUR MISSION: Share the Good News with everyone

EMAIL: trinitylutheran89@gmail. com

OUR MINISTRIES: Sunday School, Adult Bible Study, Church Women’s Group-quilters, Men’s Club

CLERGY: Mark Schwarz, pastormarks@ aol.com MEMBERSHIP: 150 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday, 10 a.m. (Memorial Day to Labor Day 9 a.m.)

Sunday School, 8:45 a.m.

(During school year) Bible study, Sunday 8:45 a.m.

(Sept.-May)

WE BELIEVE: By Grace we are saved

OUR HISTORY: Immanuel Lutheran and Bethany Lutheran incorporated July 2,1969, to form Trinity Lutheran Church as an independent congregation. In 2008, Trinity voted to join the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. We have made improvements to the church, 2016 new siding, 2017 new roof, 2018 painted inside of church and 2018 new carpet.

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Trinity Lutheran Church LCMS, Evansville

19237 County Road 53 Evansville, MN 56326 (320) 876-4021

CLERGY: Pastor Roger Lange, vacancy pastor MEMBERS: Approx. 85 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: 9 a.m. Sunday services with fellowship, Bible class and Sunday school following.

ANNUAL BLOCK PARTY: second Sunday in July North of Millerville, ¼ mile north of Co. Rd. 24 or 6.3 miles north of Co. Rd. 5 OUR MISSION: “Christ is our Cornerstone.”

We seek to honor and glorify the Triune

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God, to carry out His Will, sharing our faith in Jesus with others, to encourage growth in Christian faith and to live a life of expressing love and service to God and our neighbor.

OUR VALUES: We value the preaching and teaching of God’s word, the country church, each generation, thriving friendships, celebrating and being partners in world missions.

OUR HISTORY: Organized in 1892 and joined LCMS in 1968

West Moe Lutheran Church 16249 County Road 8 NW P.O. Box 244 Brandon, MN 56315 (320) 524-2210 EMAIL: moelutheranparish@gmail.com WEBSITE: moelutheranparish.org CLERGY: Saul Stensvaag, Interim Pastor (218) 205-6565 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9 a.m. Sundays Check by phone, church sign, email or website for times.

Sunday School: 9 a.m. during worship Confirmation Class: 6-7 p.m. Wednesdays (October-May).

OUR CHURCH: • West Moe holds true to its Lutheran heritage through Word and Sacrament, incorporating traditional and nontraditional worship service.

• Our parish is a partnership of East and West Moe Lutheran Churches, member congregations of the Northwest Minnesota Synod, ELCA. OUR MINISTRIES: • West Moe shares the mission of the ELCA worldwide by supporting missionaries, ministries of compassion such as Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota, the ELCA World Hunger Appeal, Lutheran World Relief and more.

OUR HISTORY: • The first church was built on this site in 1877 as Our Saviour’s Lutheran Congregation. The name was changed to West Moe after a province in Norway where many original members came from.

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Zion Lutheran Church

300 Lake St. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-4842

EMAIL: zionchurch@zionalex.org WEBSITE: www.zionalex.org CLERGY: Paul Dare, Pastor SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: September-May: 8 and 10:45 a.m.

June-August: 8 and 10 a.m.

Broadcast local cable Channel 7: 10 a.m.

Gardonville Channel 21: 10 a.m.

Bible Class/Sunday School/Fellowship: 9:25 a.m. Sept.-May OUR CHURCH: • A place and a people united in Christ, formed by Him, and sent to live and proclaim Him to this community.

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• By grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone, revealed in Scripture alone.

• We, therefore, uphold the Triune God – Father, Son and Holy Spirit. That Jesus is the Son of God, fully divine and fully human. He saved us from sin, death and the devil by dying on a cross. Belief in Him is the only way to eternal life.

• Has stood on the corner of Third Avenue and Lake Street for 132 years as a formation station of disciples of Christ Jesus.

• Our first church building was dedicated in 1886. Ten years later, a second church was built. The present church was constructed in 1951 with later additions.

• The fully accredited and licensed day school is a formation station for 163 students pre-K through eighth grade and has been educating students in the community since 1892.

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