Founded only 15 years ago, Messiah Lutheran has already reached a significant milestone in its history. On Sunday October 26th, Messiah held a special service to commemorate the burning of the mortgage. This followed a 10 month intensive effort to raise the funds to pay off the debt. This last Sunday in October was chosen because not only was it Reformation Sunday, but it was also the 15th anniversary of the founding of the congregation.
The service was conducted by Pastor Bruce Kaltwasser, Rev. Dr. Dean Rothchild delivered a special sermon, and over 100 people attended. Former members from across the Midwest joined members and other special guests, including many Laborers for Christ that helped to build the building.
Following the service, a meal was served and a slide show of the church’s history was shown allowing everyone to think of how far the church and its members have changed over the years. Many people were able to get caught up with members of their church family that have played such an important role in the history of Messiah.
Messiah has been served by a vacancy Pastor from area congregations since it was founded. Now that the congregation is free from debt, members are setting their eyes on a new goal. That goal is to call their own Pastor who will be able to help them spread the Word of God to the surrounding communities.
