The Churches of Douglas County

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welcome to

The CHURCHES of DOUGLAS COUNTY This is the seventh 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.

about the cover

The cover photo was taken by Echo Press photographer Lowell Anderson at First Congregational UCC, which is featured on Page 22.

Publisher: Jody Hanson Echo Press | www.echopress.com | (320) 763-3133

a publication of the Echo Press

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight.

In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make straight your paths.

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index

ALEXANDRIA: Alexandria Covenant............................................... 6 Alexandria United Methodist............................. 8 Berea Lutheran.......................................................... 10 Bethesda Lutheran.................................................. 11 Calvary Lutheran...................................................... 12 Catalyst Covenant................................................... 14 Church for the Harvest......................................... 16 Cornerstone................................................................. 18 Emmanuel Episcopal............................................ 20 First Congregational UCC................................. 22 First Lutheran............................................................ 24 Good Shepherd Lutheran................................. 26 Grace – The Point................................................... 28 House of Prayer........................................................ 29 Lake Community..................................................... 30 Lakeland United Pentecostal.......................... 32 Lakes Area Seventh-day Adventist............. 33 LifeRight Outreach................................................. 34 Living Waters............................................................. 36 Living Word Lutheran.......................................... 38 Love INC....................................................................... 40 Luther Crest Bible Camp.................................... 41 New Life Christian.................................................. 42 New Testament........................................................ 44 St. Mary......................................................................... 46 St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran...................... 48 Shalom Lutheran..................................................... 49 Zion Lutheran............................................................ 50 BELLE RIVER: St. Nicholas Catholic............................................. 52 BRANDON: Chippewa Lutheran............................................... 54 Grace Lutheran........................................................ 56 St. Ann’s Catholic.................................................... 58 St. Petri Lutheran.................................................... 60 West Moe Lutheran................................................57 CARLOS: Trinity Lutheran........................................................ 62 EVANSVILLE: Calvary Covenant................................................... 64 Christina Lake Lutheran..................................... 66 Faith Lutheran........................................................... 68

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FARWELL: Oscar Lake Lutheran.............................................74 GARFIELD: East Moe Lutheran................................................ 69 St. John’s Evangelical............................................70 St. Luke’s Lutheran.................................................72 HOLMES CITY: Trinity Lutheran.........................................................75 KENSINGTON: First Lutheran.............................................................76 Kensington Covenant...........................................78 Kensington Lutheran.............................................78 St. Paul’s Lutheran..................................................79 Solem Lutheran........................................................ 80 LEAF VALLEY: Ebenezer Evangelical Lutheran..................... 82 MILLERVILLE: Trinity Lutheran........................................................ 65 Our Lady of Seven Dolors................................. 58 MILTONA: Faith Lutheran........................................................... 84 Mount Calvary Lutheran.................................... 85 NELSON: Fahlun Lutheran...................................................... 86 Our Saviour’s Lutheran........................................87 OSAKIS: First Presbyterian.................................................... 88 Immaculate Conception..................................... 89 Osakis Lutheran....................................................... 90 Redeemer Lutheran............................................... 91 PARKERS PRAIRIE: St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran...................... 92 ROSE CITY: Rose City Free........................................................... 63 SPRUCE HILL: Spruce Hill................................................................... 93

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ALEXANDRIA

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 Rollie Mossberg, Associate Pastor of Adult Ministry Brian Farka, Pastor of Student Ministry Chad Melton, Director of Middle School Ministry Julie Barnes, Director of Children’s Ministry Chanda Winkels, Director of Women and Family Ministry Nancy Holm, Director of Worship 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 1,000 regular attendees.

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Alexandria United Methodist Church

2210 Sixth Ave. E. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-4624

EMAIL: office@alexumc.org WEBSITE: www.alexumc.org STAFF: Craig Haberman, Pastor Colleen Schutte, Admin. Assistant Kayla Brunkow, Director of Children’s Ministries Brenda Thomson, Director of Youth Ministries Denise Dropik, Custodian Kristen Peterson, Preschool Director MEMBERS: 450 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 of Alexandria 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 addressing community and world concerns.

• Current ministry outreach includes: • Fellowship Gardens – free organic raised-bed gardens.

• Butterfly Hill Nature Preschool – innovative curriculum and design fosters a strong relationship between children and nature.

• Lectionary-based Bible studies.

• Book and video-based discussion groups – engage emerging Christian concepts.

• United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) – addressing global concerns.

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Berea Lutheran Brethren Church

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 (Sept.-May) Men’s Breakfast: 7:30 a.m., third Saturday of the month.

Ladies Bible Study: 7 p.m. Tuesdays.

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 N. Nokomis NE Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-5164

EMAIL: bethesdachurch1204@embarqmail.com

OUR VISION AND MISSION: • A Congregation: Growing in faith.

Gracious in love. Generous in mission.

Gathered and sent to proclaim and serve Christ.

WEBSITE: www.bethesdaalexandria.org CLERGY: Jerry Lanes, Pastor MEMBERS: 470 baptized

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.

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SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 5 p.m. Saturdays and 9:30 a.m.

Sundays Sunday School: 10:45 a.m. Sundays (Sept.May)

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Calvary Lutheran Church

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

EMAIL: office@calvaryalex.org FAX: (320) 763-1459 WEBSITE: www.calvaryalex.org CLERGY: Hans Dahl, Pastor Ben Hilding, Pastor Alicia Hilding, Pastor MEMBERS: 2,224 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: Sunday, 8:30 and 10:45 a.m.

(Sept.-May) Sunday, 8:30 a.m. at Calvary (Memorial Day-Labor Day) Sunday, 10:45 a.m. at Luther Crest Bible Camp (Memorial Day-Labor Day) Saturday, 6 p.m. (all year) Wednesday, 6 p.m. (Sept.-May) Brunch: 10 a.m. at Luther Crest (Memorial Day-Labor Day) Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. (Sept.-May) Broadcast: 10:30 a.m. KXRZ-FM 99.3

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ALL ARE WELCOME: • We invite you to join us for worship. Come experience God’s love, mercy and grace.

• Calvary is a church grounded in the desire to be a loving and caring community where, together, we can live out our faith in response to the love we have first received from Jesus Christ.

• We are the people who recognize that we are all broken people. We are people who experience real life. We carry scars, and we know pain and hurt. And yet, we believe deeply that the words of God’s grace found in the Bible contain a life-giving message of hope, mercy and joy for you, for me, for all people, regardless of what our lives look like.

• Please, join us! Come experience the open arms of a loving and joy-filled family of faith.

We welcome the opportunity to get to know you and join with you on the journey of faith.

OUR CHURCH: • We are a church of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, a network of congregations deeply rooted in the understanding that we have a God who, first and foremost, is a merciful and loving God of grace, a God who loves all people unconditionally.

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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 OF SERVICES: 10 a.m. Worship Gathering at Common Ground Coffee House, Upper Room 516 Hawthorne St. Alexandria, MN 56308

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 you 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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OUR GOAL

TO MAXIMIZE BENEFITS FOR

DOUGLAS COUNTY VETERANS AND THEIR DEPENDENTS FROM THE UNITED STATES AND MN DEPT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE •MEDICAL CARE at Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Centers to include the Max Beilke Outpatient Clinic in Alexandria.

•COMPENSATION for disabilities related to active duty.

•PENSION for war time veterans who meet income and net worth guidelines.

SANDY RAU ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT & •DEATH BENEFITS to include burial at the National JOSH BRUMMOND VETERANS SERVICE OFFICER and State Veterans Cemeteries.

•VA LIFE INSURANCE PROGRAMS •VA HOME LOAN ELIGIBILITY CERTIFICATES •EDUCATION PROGRAMS •ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS from the MN Dept. of Veterans Affairs, which can include dental, optical, hearing aids, living costs on a short term basis & assistance with rent, mortgage or utilities from the MN Assistance Council for veterans.

•TRANSPORTATION: We can assist veterans in getting to their medical appointments at the St. Cloud, Minneapolis and Fargo Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Centers. We also do referrals to other agencies. Our goal is to maximize benefits for veterans and their dependents.

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Church for the Harvest

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

EMAIL: office@harvestalexandria.com WEBSITE: www.HarvestAlexandria.com CLERGY: Pastor Mike Bartolomeo, Senior Founding Pastor Kim Boutain, Youth Director Katy Zitzmann, Children’s Director Kurtis Haider, Worship Director SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Youth Services: Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m. for grades 6-12 For more information and to listen online, visit www.HarvestAlexandria. com or find us on iTunes.

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

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

OUR HISTORY: • Pastor Mike Bartolomeo was led to start Church for the Harvest in the fall of 1999 as a Bible study in his home. In October 2000, that Bible study began meeting at the Alexandria Technical College on Sunday nights. Two years later, in October 2002, they had outgrown that space and moved to the Discovery Middle School auditorium until October 2006. Harvest then acquired a leased space that would accommodate the growth and ministries of the church while removing the obstacles of set-up and teardown each week.

• 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 invite you to see for yourself how exciting church can be when the focus is simple and people are equipped and free to go after God with passion!

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Since 1984

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 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.”

OUR CHURCH: • Cornerstone is a family-integrated Baptist Church, meaning we believe in families 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 Hearbeat Bible Studies and partner ministries with Trout Lake Camp and ZEMA (Zion Evangelical Ministries of Africa).

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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: Tom Sinning, Pastor SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 10 a.m. Sunday Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday 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.

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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.

Emmanuel Episcopal invites you to come and worship with us.

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• Sunday Community Worship 9:00 am (Father’s Day – 1st weekend in August) 10:30 am (May-September) • Sunday Brunches 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (Father’s Day - 1st weekend in August)

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First Congregational United Church of Christ

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

EMAIL: office@firstcongregationaluccalex.com WEBSITE: www.firstcongregationaluccalex.com CLERGY: Scott Keehn, Pastor Kathy Hodges, Student Pastor MEMBERS: 206 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 10 a.m. Sundays (broadcast on KXRA AM the first Sunday of each month) Communion: Second Sunday of each month Celebrating 150 years July 15-16, 2017!

OUR MINISTRIES: • Book studies, adult faith exploration, small group Bible studies, topical Sunday school classes and the addition of educational and spiritual growth classes during Lenten season are open to all.

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OUR MISSION: • Sharing the warmth and fellowship of Jesus Christ with everyone in our community through the annual Christmas Day Dinner, Memorial Day pancake breakfast, bazaar/salad luncheon and the community spaghetti dinner.

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 “firstcongochurch,” where people believe, belong and become.

• Watch us live on Sunday mornings on YouTube, “firstcongochurchalexandria.”

• Watch us each weekday morning at 9 a.m. on cable TV Channel 181.

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First Lutheran Church

822 Douglas St. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-2196

EMAIL: greg.tvrdik@firstlutheranalexandria.com FAX: (320) 762-1210 WEBSITE: www.firstlutheranalexandria.com CLERGY: Greg Billberg, Lead Pastor Kari van Wakeren, Associate Pastor Ben Jacobson, Associate Pastor MEMBERS: 2,736

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

Sunday worship: 8:30, 9:45 and 11 a.m.

Summer Outdoor Worship (Memorial Day-Labor Day): 10:30 a.m. at Lake Carlos State Park, 11 a.m. at Alexandria City Park 9:45 a.m. Broadcast live on KXRA 1490 AM or 100.3 FM MISSION STATEMENT: • 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.

Where faith and life meet.

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Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

2702 Highway 29 N. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-5152

EMAIL: shirley@goodshepherd-lcms.org WEBSITE: www.goodshepherd-lcms.org STAFF: Tim Schiller, Pastor Shirley Johnson, Secretary MEMBERS: 706 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday Worship: 8 and 10:45 a.m. (8 and 9:45 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.

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.

• The Lord has blessed us as we have expanded our building and our ministries over the years.

OUR MISSION: • “Good Shepherd is a loving community of people reaching out with the Gospel so all may know Christ as Good Shepherd and be nourished under His care.”

• OUTREACH: Every member of Good Shepherd is joyfully reaching out to all people with

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the life-changing Gospel of Jesus Christ.

• WORSHIP: All people are inspired through dynamic Christ-centered worship to pursue a personal walk with their Savior.

• FAMILY: Good Shepherd is a Christ-centered family ministry nurturing to all through caring relationships.

• We are blessed to have our worship services enhanced by our projection system and we look forward to including a variety of media into the worship services in the future.

• We have opportunities for all ages to be in God’s Word. The youth of our congregation enjoy getting together for Sunday school and our three youth groups always have a great time: Kids for Christ, grades 3-5; Jr. Lutheran Youth Fellowship, grades 6-8; and Sr. Lutheran Youth Fellowship, grades 9-12. There is adult Bible study on Sunday mornings and during the week.

• Thirty different ministries share in fellowship and outreach here at Good Shepherd. There are many opportunities: teaching, singing, acting, quilting, O.A.T.S. (Older Adults Together in Service), Men’s Dartball, LWML, Bible study groups, youth groups, Vacation Bible School, Love INC and the annual Passion Drama.

• Support of missions in Ecuador and India is also an important part of our outreach.

• We invite you and your family to come and enjoy the Love of Christ through worship and fellowship.

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Grace Church - 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 (Sept.-July) 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 intersection of McKay Avenue and 34th Avenue. The Church is 1.5 miles east of Viking Plaza and one-third mile west of the south Lake Victoria landing.

House of Prayer Church International

3020 Rosewood Lane SE Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-0828

EMAIL: www.hopci@hopci.com WEBSITE: hopci.com CLERGY: Lynndene Way, Pastor MEMBERS: 75 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 10 a.m. Sundays Sunday Classes for infants to 6th grade following worship.

OUR MISSION: • A church created for the Glory of God, for God’s purposes called to PRAY, REACH, TEACH, and SEND. “Even then I will bring My holy mountain, and will make them in My house of prayer, for My house shall be called a house of prayer for all nations.” (Isaiah 56:7)

WE BELIEVE: • We believe you must be born again.

(John 3:3-18; Rom. 10:9-10) • We believe in water baptism by immersion after accepting Jesus. (Matt.

28:19) • We believe every believer can be, and should be, baptized in the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in tongues. (Acts 1:4-5, 2:1-4, 2:38-39) • We believe the gifts of the Holy Spirit are for today. (1 Cor. 12:1-11; 14:1-40) • We believe the foundations of the church are: teaching the Word of God, the fellowship of believers, the Lord’s Supper, and prayer. Acts 2:42-47.

• We believe in praise and worship like the Bible says. (John 4:24; Acts 9:4; Psalms 5:11, 32:11, 47:1, 81:1, 149:1-9, 150:3-6; 1 Cor. 14:14-15) • We believe every believer is a missionary sent out to share the gospel message and do the works of Jesus.

(Matt. 18:18-20; Mark 16:15-20; Acts 1:8)

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Lake Community Church

490 Voyager Drive Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-5424

EMAIL: Michelle@lakecommunity.org WEBSITE: www.lakecommunity.org CLERGY: Ron Berget, Senior Pastor Paul Peterson, Associate Pastor Melody Warren, Women’s and Care Pastor SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday Sunday School: Adults – 9 and 10:30 a.m. / Children and Students – 10:30 a.m.

OUR MISSION: • Reach people for Christ, build people in Christ.

WE BELIEVE: • That Jesus Christ is the Son of God and that His perfect life and work on the cross provide salvation for all who believe.

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OUR VISION: • To reach people with the good news of Jesus Christ and help them grow in their relationship with Him. OUR MINISTRIES: • Family Ministry (adults with pre-K through 5th grade): 5:30 p.m. Monday • Young Couples: 6 p.m. Monday • College and Young Adults: 7 p.m.

Tuesday • Students (grades 6-12): 7 p.m.

Wednesday • Adults: various groups available for men and women of all ages and stages of life • Care Ministry • Actively involved in local and global missions OUR HISTORY: • Lake Community has been a part of strengthening this community for almost 30 years.

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Lakeland United Pentecostal Church

803 22nd Ave. E. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-2080

WEBSITE: www.lupcministries.com 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, 1 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)

Lakes Area Seventh-day Adventist Church

201 13th Ave. W. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-5766

WEBSITE: www.alexandriasdachurch.org CLERGY: Bill Nixon, Pastor MEMBERS: 35

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sabbath Worship: 11 a.m. Saturdays Bible Study: 10 a.m. Saturdays Prayer Meeting: 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays

BELIEFS: • We believe that we are saved by grace through faith in the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ alone.

• We see obedience to the commandments of God as the fruit of salvation and the evidence of an abiding relationship with the Savior.

• We celebrate the seventh-day Sabbath of the Ten Commandments in honor of the Creator and look forward with great anticipation to the second coming of Christ and the restoration of His kingdom on Earth.

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LifeRight Outreach

1906 Sixth Ave. E. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 759-3930

EMAIL: mnfoss@yahoo.com WEBSITE: www.liferightoutreach.org STAFF: Mark Foss, Executive Director Nikol Foss, Women’s Ministries Angie Chamberlin, Administrator SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship, Getting Life Right: 6:30 p.m.

Wednesdays OUR STORY: • LifeRight Outreach opened its doors in 2009 to minister to the lives of men looking for a new beginning, focusing on providing “Christ-centered” transitional housing for those coming out of jail, prison, treatment or other serious life issues.

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OUR MISSION: • LifeRight Outreach is committed to sharing with others how, through Christ, real life change is possible. LifeRight Outreach encompasses spiritual, educational and life skills development.

OUR VISION: • Our vision is to bring hope to the broken, hurting, lonely and searching through a personal relationship with Christ.

OUR MINISTRIES: • Men’s program, mentoring program, Kids for Christ (K-5), Crossroads (youth).

• Women’s Ministry – reaching out to families of the men residing at LifeRight, as well as women within the church body; prayer outreach and faith-based mentoring; Bible studies, retreats and life skills; networking and referring to community resources.

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Living Waters Church

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

EMAIL: office@mylivingwaters.org WEBSITE: www.mylivingwaters.org CLERGY: Sam McKay, Lead Pastor Kevin Taylor, Youth Pastor SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Intercessory prayer: 9 a.m. Sundays Worship: 9:30 a.m. Sundays Wednesday Family Life Night: SonLight Club, 6:30 p.m.

Youth Service, 6:30 p.m.

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OUR PURPOSE: • “To Empower passionate followers of Jesus to live out their faith walk, encountering the presence of God through Worship and the Word, by encouraging authentic, life-building relationships, equipping each one to fulfill their God given mandate by engaging a lost world with the life-changing message of the Gospel.”

• Our prayer is that you will discover where God wants you to be in His Kingdom work.

OUR HISTORY: • Living Waters was launched in July of 1997 as a fledgling group of believers who caught a vision of fulfilling the Great Commission in the Alexandria area.

• The church was birthed on the corner of Ninth and Broadway and has since relocated to 1310 Nokomis. Additional facilities were added to expand the vision of reaching every age group with the precious love of God. Today, Living Waters exists to love people into a responsive and maturing relationship with Jesus Christ, connecting them in authentic, life building relationships and spurring them into God’s Kingdom revolution.

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Living Word Lutheran Church

1722 16th Ave. E. Alexandria, MN 56308 ( just south of Woodland Elementary) (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.

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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 Jennie Lund, 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.

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OUR MINISTRY: • The clearinghouse screens and meets basic needs such as clothing, personal care items, transportation, furniture, large appliances, household moves, 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, cooking/ grocery shopping, parenting 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!

Luther Crest Bible Camp

8231 County Road 11 NE Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 846-2431

EMAIL: jodyj@luthercrest.org FAX: (320) 846-0201 WEBSITE: www.luthercrest.org STAFF: David Holtz, Executive Director Maddie Gray, Program Director Jody Johnson, Site Director Dayna Weltzin, Development Director OUR MISSION: • To inspire faith, stewardship and community in God’s creation.

OUR PHILOSOPHY: • Passionate! Authentic!

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OUR MINISTRIES: • Summer camping programs for youth grades K-12 include day camp, onsite residential programs, mission trips, sports camps, music and other specialty camps.

• Adult camping programs include Women’s Week, Family Camp and Camp Grandparents.

• Year-round event and conference facilities for 250-400 people.

• Calvary at the Lake Sunday outdoor worship (Memorial Day to Labor Day).

• Year-round volunteer opportunities.

• Project Confidence: Low and High Ropes Courses.

• Grounded In: Environmental education program.

OUR HISTORY: • Luther Crest began in 1945 and serves more than 200 partner congregations and organizations throughout Central Minnesota and the Twin Cities area.

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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 Jeremy Schneider Blake Saathoff Sue Ronning, Women’s Ministry Coordinator

ATTENDANCE: 555

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: Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.

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

• Dads and Lads: Each May • Girls’ Night Out: Each October • Missions: locally, nationally and globally

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New Testament Church

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

EMAIL: newtest@wisper-wireless.com WEBSITE: www.newtestalex.org CLERGY/STAFF: Peter Reishus, Pastor Mike Loween, Pastor Roxanne Rooney, Children’s Leader/ Events Coordinator Dyann Schumacher, Secretary SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9:30 a.m. Sundays Preaching/Teaching: 10:30 a.m. Sundays Youth group: 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays OUR HISTORY: • New Testament Church in Alexandria began in 1979 in the former Central Junior High School in Alexandria (now Douglas County Services Center). More than 100 people met that first Sunday to worship the Lord, listen to His Word and encourage one another in their faith.

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• 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 Spiritempowered 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.

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The Church of St. Mary

420 Irving St. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-5781

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

EMAIL: stmary@stmaryalexandria.org

AT A GLANCE (2016): • 2,090 registered households • 27 school faculty and staff • 803 religious education enrollment • 57 ministries and committees • 7,000 homebound visits • 2,000 average weekend Mass attendance • 90 weekend liturgical volunteers • 180 new volunteers

WEBSITE: www.stmaryalexandria.org 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)

OUR MINISTRIES: • Explore the Ministry Handbook at www.stmaryalexandria.org for a description of ministries.

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St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church

805 Rosewood Lane 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.”

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

OUR CHURCH: • St. Paul’s Lutheran Church is a Christcentered 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.

Shalom Lutheran Church

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

EMAIL: shalomlutheran@gctel.net WEBSITE: www.shalomlutheran.org CLERGY/STAFF: Justin Fenger, Pastor Ruth Blom, Deacon Paige Johnson, Music Director Tim Knorek, Youth and Education Director MEMBERS: 530 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 8:30 and 10:45 am, Sundays Sunday School: 9:40 am, 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.

OUR MINISTRIES: • Christ-centered worship; Bible-based conversation and study; Mission and Outreach; Sunday school and Confirmation; “Wild Wednesday” program for 3rd-6th graders; “Cross-Training” for 6th-9th graders; “Go Deep” for 9th12th 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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Zion Lutheran Church

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

EMAIL: zionluth@zionalex.org WEBSITE: www.zionalex.org CLERGY: David Hinz, Pastor Geoffrey Gronewold, Pastor SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: Sept.-May: 8 and 10:45 a.m.

June-August: 8 and 10 a.m.

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Gardonville Channel 21: 10 a.m.

Bible Class/Sunday School/Fellowship: 9:25 a.m. Sept.-May

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OUR CHURCH: • A place and a people united in Christ, formed by Him, and sent to live and proclaim Him to this community.

• 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 131 years as a formation station of disciples of Christ Jesus.

• Our first church building was dedicated in 1889. 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.

• The first Outdoor Live Passion Drama was held in 1996 and is now held annually with Good Shepherd Lutheran.

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BELLE RIVER

St. Nicholas Catholic Church 9473 County Road 3 NE Carlos, MN 56319 (320) 852-7041

EMAIL: stnickbelleriver@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.stnicholasbelleriver.org CLERGY: David Petron, Pastor MEMBERSHIP: Approximately 250 families 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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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.

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BRANDON

ChippewaLutheran 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 on the first Sunday 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

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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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Grace Lutheran Church

205 Central Ave. • P.O. Box 7 Brandon, MN 56315 (320) 834-4873 EMAIL: grace@gctel.com

WEBSITE: www.gracebrandon.org CLERGY: Dennis L. Preston, Pastor MEMBERS: 395 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9 a.m. Sundays Sunday School: 9 a.m.

God Squad (grades 4-7): Wed. evenings Confirmation (grades 8-9): Wed. evenings OUR MISSION: • “Grace is a caring community of believers in Jesus Christ reaching out to you in God’s love.”

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OUR MINISTRIES: • Biblically based sermons, both traditional and praise-band worship styles.

• Grace actively supports a variety of ministries with volunteers and offerings both locally and around the world.

• Women’s activities include Bible studies and quilting for missions.

• Youth mission trips.

OUR HISTORY: • Plans for the Grace congregation were begun in 1898, and the first building was completed in 1905.

• Congregation was originally Norwegian-speaking.

• Current worship space was built in 1958.

• The building was remodeled with the addition of a Fellowship Hall and elevator in 2002.

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: Sarah Evenson, Pastor (320) 808-8772 MEMBERS: 89 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9:45 a.m. Sundays Worship times alternate each Sept. with East Moe. Check by phone, church sign, email or website for times.

Sunday School: 10 a.m. during worship Confirmation Class: 6-8 p.m.

Wednesdays (Oct.-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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St. Ann’s Catholic Church

402 Nelson Ave. N. • P.O. Box 256 Brandon, MN 56315 (320) 834-5095

MASS TIMES: June-Aug.: Saturdays, 4 p.m.

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

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

EMAIL: stanns@gctel.com WEBSITE: www.catholicchurches-bmup.org CLERGY: Father Peter VanderWeyst

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

Our Lady of Seven Dolors

16921 County Road 7 NW Brandon, MN 56315 (320) 876-2240 EMAIL: sdcc@gctel.com

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

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St. Petri Lutheran Church

3142 County Road 15 NW Brandon, MN 56315 (320) 219-6261

EMAIL: pastor.st.petri@gmail.com CLERGY: Gary DeSha, Pastor (320) 237-7448 MEMBERS: 45 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9 a.m. Sunday Sunday School: TBA Confirmation Classes: By appointment OUR MISSION: • We are a church family of Christian believers who celebrate with joy the renewing love of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. As faithful disciples, we are committed to sharing the Word of God with all people by using the gifts He has given us.

WE BELIEVE: • Following the biblical faith of the Lutheran confessions, we stand on the Word of God alone as the rule for our faith and practice.

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OUR HISTORY: • This year marks 130 years of mission and outreach for the members of St. Petri. They have given of themselves and their means so that the work of the church would continue.

• Mission and outreach have always been a driving force for the congregation, giving it meaning and purpose.

• There is a special bond among the members of St. Petri who break bread together.

• Only nine pastors have served St. Petri in its entire history.

• St. Petri is a warm, loving congregation, a place to laugh together, cry together and grow in Christ together.

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CARLOS

Trinity Lutheran Church

16 N. Douglas Ave. P.O. 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 class, Trinity Lutheran Church Women, Men’s Club, Vacation Bible School, quilters.

CLERGY: Interim Pastor MEMBERS: 150 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 10 a.m. Sundays (Memorial Day-Labor Day) 8:45 a.m. Sundays (school year) Sunday School: 9 a.m.

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WE BELIEVE: By grace we are saved.

OUR HISTORY: • Immanuel Lutheran Church 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 outside of the church in 2016 with new siding and a new roof.

ROSE CITY

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 125 years.

OUR PURPOSE: • To MEET Jesus.

• MEET: Mature, Equip, Evangelize, Together.

OUR MISSION: • For others to MEET Jesus.

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EVANSVILLE

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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EMAIL: borchardted@arvig.net CLERGY: Ed Borchardt, Pastor MEMBERS: Approx. 85 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: 9 a.m. Sunday services with fellowship, Bible class and Sunday school following.

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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.

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Christina Lake Lutheran Church

22156 County Road 24 NW Evansville, MN 56326 (218) 948-2218

EMAIL: christina@gctel.net CLERGY: Mark Erickson, Pulpit Supply Pastor SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday School: 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.

Church: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Communion: First and third Sundays

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OUR CHURCH: • 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.

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Faith Lutheran Church

526 State St. NW, Evansville, MN 56326 (218) 948-2574 or (320) 834-4589

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

EMAIL: faithlc@gctel.com

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!

• Please check out our website and find us on Facebook at “Faith Lutheran Church ELCA” to check out all our ministry, adult and youth opportunities.

WEBSITE: www.faithlutheranevansvillemn.org CLERGY: Dennis L. Preston, Pastor Amanda Schneeberger, Faith Formation Ministry Associate MEMBERS: 436 baptized SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday morning: 10 a.m. Coffee, cookies and conversation fellowship 10:30 a.m. Worship During school year: Youth Sunday School, 9:15 a.m.; Adults, 9 a.m.

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GARFIELD

East Moe Lutheran Church

3531 E. Moe Road NW Garfield, MN 56332

EMAIL: moelutheranparish@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.moelutheranparish.org CLERGY: Sarah Evenson, Pastor (320) 808-8772

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 11 a.m. Sundays Worship times alternate each Sept. with West Moe. Check by phone, church sign, email or website for current time.

Sunday School is at West Moe 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.

HOW TO FIND US: • East Moe is found by driving on Highway 40 to the south edge of Garfield. There is a sign on the west side of the road directing you west to East Moe. Drive two miles west on County Road 45 to East Moe Road and 0.3 miles south. East Moe is on the left side of the road.

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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.

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• The building was dedicated after services on Oct. 2, 1910, and was the first church 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@gctel.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 Bible Classes: 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.

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HOLMES CITY

Oscar Lake Lutheran Church ELCA

14619 Church Road SW Farwell, MN 56327 On Co. Rd. 7 SW (320) 885-9495, church (320) 886-5678, parish office EMAIL: clkrumrey@gmail.com, clergy srensink@runestone.net, secretary CLERGY: Carol L. Olson, Pastor MEMBERS: 175 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9 and 11 a.m. Sundays in fall, winter and spring 9 and 10:30 a.m. Sundays in summer Sunday school: Held between services Confirmation Instruction: 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.

Wednesdays Women’s Bible Studies: 1:30 p.m. Second Thursday Annual auction for youth ministry in September

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OUR MISSION: • Oscar Lake Church is a warm, inviting community welcoming all, continuing to share the good news of Jesus Christ.

• We participate in a bi-annual mission trip and support the work of the girls’ ranch in Benson.

• We are famous for our Swedish meatball supper held the second Wednesday in September and men’s pancake breakfast the first Saturday in March.

OUR HISTORY: • Oscar Lake Lutheran is the oldest chartered Lutheran church in the Northwestern Minnesota Synod, ELCA, established 1866. It is presently partnered with Trinity, Holmes City.

• A spacious new narthex was added in 2016.

Trinity Lutheran Church

5966 County Road 4 SW Holmes City, MN 56341 (320) 886-5678

EMAIL: clkrumrey@gmail.com, clergy srensink@runestone.net, secretary CLERGY: Carol L. Olson, Pastor MEMBERS: 200 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9 and 11 a.m. Sundays in fall, winter and spring 9 and 10:30 a.m. Sundays in summer Sunday school: Held between services

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

Wednesdays Women’s Bible Studies: 12:30 and 7 p.m.

Fourth Thursday Farmers’ Market and Community Breakfast, each Saturday in summer Vacation Bible School in the summer Annual auction for youth ministry in September Annual Women’s Bazaar OUR CHURCH: • Trinity is a small and diverse fellowship of Christ’s body, caring for one another, the community and the world.

• We began in 1875, recently enlarged our fellowship area and continue to maintain Noah’s Park, a children’s playground and picnic area.

• We participate in a bi-annual mission trip and help at the girls’ ranch in Benson.

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KENSINGTON

First Lutheran Church

25 State St. E. P.O. Box 122 Kensington, MN 56343 (320) 965-2540 Parish office phone: (320) 965-2549

on a Christmas program each year. It also puts on a worship service in May each year.

We also have a monthly movie and game night during the school year.

EMAIL: 1stluthe@runestone.net

OUR MINISTRIES: • Naomi Bible Study meets the second Thursday 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 7 p.m.

• Prayer Partner 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 is on the first Sunday in October.

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

WEBSITE: Neighbors in Faith Lutheran Parish Facebook Page CLERGY: Janna Bader, Pastor SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday Services alternate between 9 and 11 a.m.

Check Neighbors in Faith 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 puts

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Kensington Covenant Church

11 Kensington Ave. S. Kensington, MN 56343 (320) 965-2331

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

EMAIL: dtwpastor@yahoo.com

OUR CHURCH: • Kensington Covenant Church counts it a privilege to serve the Lord in our community.

• Each Sunday morning finds our building bustling with activity as 20 to 25 children grow in the Lord through songs, stories, crafts and other activities.

• Youth group for grades 6-12 meets twice a month.

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CLERGY: David T. Wallin, Pastor MEMBERS: 32

Kensington Lutheran Church

LCMC

19 Central Ave. N. P.O. Box 97 Kensington, MN 56343 (320) 491-3245

As followers of Jesus, we want to be a source of encouragement and support to our neighbors and offer a friendly fellowship to all who desire to grow in faith.

EMAIL: dtwpastor@yahoo.com

WE BELIEVE: • That Jesus Christ is Lord, Savior and King.

• The Bible is God’s holy and authoritative Word.

• Through the Holy Spirit, we can have a personal relationship with God.

CLERGY: David T. Wallin, Pastor MEMBERS: 40 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m.

Sunday School for Children, Youth and Adults: 10 a.m.

Youth Group (grades 6-12): 6:30 p.m. every other Wednesday.

OUR MISSION: • We are committed to sharing the love of Christ in our community.

MINISTRIES: • We are committed to seeing our children, youth and adults grow in their relationship to God. We want to make a positive impact on our community with regular support of local missions and ministries.

HISTORY: • Our church was established in 2011. We are a fellowship committed to the authority of Scripture and living out our faith in service to our community and world. We are here for you.

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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: On Sunday: Adult Bible Class at 8:45 a.m.

Worship at 10 a.m.

Communion on second and fourth Sundays each month.

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.”

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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.

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

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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.

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LEAF VALLEY

Ebenezer Evangelical Lutheran Church

13070 County Road 6 NW Alexandria, MN 56308 CLERGY: Dennis Angland, Pastor dwangland@gmail.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

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instruction of all its members according 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.

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MILTONA

Faith Lutheran Church

ELCA

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: 10:15 to 11 a.m.

Sunday School for younger children: during worship Wednesday “Church for Busy People” Worship, May-September: 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.

“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.

Mount Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church

On the corner of Fourth and Hintzen, Miltona P.O. Box 52 Miltona, MN 56354 (218) 943-5252 CLERGY: Terry Finnern, Interim Pastor

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 8:45 a.m. Sunday Communion: First and third Sunday each month Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sept.-April 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,

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.

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NELSON

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.

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

• We joined the Augustana District of LCMC. 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 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.

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Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church

100 S. Nelson St. P.O. Box 75 Nelson, MN 56335 (320) 762-0140

EMAIL: oursavioursfahlun@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.oursavioursfahlun.org CLERGY: Jeremy Pedersen, Pastor (sharing with Fahlun Lutheran) MEMBERS: 89 baptized members SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9 a.m. Sundays, fellowship after each service

OUR BELIEFS: • We are affiliated with Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ (LCMC). More information at www.lcmc.net.

• We believe that we are free in Christ to share God’s love with our neighbors in word and deed.

OUR MINISTRIES: • We have been serving in this community for more than 140 years. Our heritage comes from the Danish and Norwegian pioneers that first settled here in Nelson. Our pastor also serves as an Army chaplain with the Minnesota National Guard.

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OSAKIS

First Presbyterian Church

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

EMAIL: osakispc@midwestinfo.net WEBSITE: www.osakispresbyterian.org CLERGY: Randy Knuth, Pastor MEMBERS: 78 SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9:30 a.m. Sunday OUR MISSION: • First Presbyterian is mission-oriented, locally and globally, contributing yearround to the Douglas and Todd county food shelves, Hands of Hope Center and supporting other church and public missions.

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OUR CHURCH: • The congregation has provided caring fellowship, inspirational worship, sound education and faithful witness for Christ in the Osakis community since 1900.

• The church holds monthly community meals. A free community Thanksgiving dinner is sponsored each year.

• We are a community of faith. Jesus Christ is the heart of our community. Christ is recognized among us in worship, fellowship, study and service. We give thanks for God’s blessings that we share in the spirit with others.

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.

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.

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Osakis Lutheran Church

310 First Ave. E. P.O. Box 427 Osakis, MN 56360 (320) 859-2350

EMAIL: olcsecretary@arvig.net CLERGY: Rich Fitzer, Pastor MEMBERS: 240 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.

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

• A monthly men’s group is beginning to meet.

• 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.

Redeemer Lutheran Church

LCMS

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

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

EMAIL: redeemerisalive@outlook.com FACEBOOK: Search ”Redeemerisalive”

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. 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 groundbreaking 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 Ave. West in Osakis today was complete.

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

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

Sundays Fellowship and Bible study: 10:30 a.m.

Sundays AA Meeting: 7 p.m. Saturdays Advent and Lenten Services: 7 p.m.

Wednesdays 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

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PARKERS PRAIRIE

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

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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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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.

• 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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