THE CHURCHES OF DOUGLAS COUNTY 2025-26
INDEX OF DOUGLAS COUNTY CHURCHES
The Churches of Douglas County, a publication of the Echo Press, is an informative guide to the churches and church organizations in our county. It is published every other year. This is the guide for 2025-2026.
It includes contact information, clergy members, church beliefs, mission statements, membership information and/or historical information for the churches that have chosen to participate in this directory.
Thank you to all the churches and generous sponsors who made this church guide possible.
If you would like to be included in the 2027-2028 Churches of Douglas County, email echo@echopress.com.
Celeste Edenloff,
Special Projects Editor Sara Slaby, Designer
A publication of Echo Press, March 2023 1920 Turning Leaf Lane SW, Suite 12 Alexandria, MN 320-763-3133
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Alexandria Covenant Church
4005 Dakota St. Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-5659
EMAIL: ecc@alexandriacovenant.org
WEBSITE: alexandriacovenant.org
PASTORS:
Trinity Opp, Senior Pastor
Dave Mergens, Associate Pastor
Gregg Donnelly, Pastor of Senior Ministry
Greg Schanil, Pastor of Student Ministry
Chanda Winkels, Pastor of Children and Family Ministry
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Sunday Worship: 8 a.m. Traditional worship; 9:30 and 11 a.m. Contemporary worship.
Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. (Sept.-May for 3 years old through adult)
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 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.
Alexandria United Methodist Church
2210 Sixth Avenue E. | Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-4624
engage@alexumc.org
www.alexumc.org pastor@alexumc.org
STAFF:
Amy VanValkenburg, Pastor
Sue Helgeson, Engagement Specialist
Cori Lecy, Treasurer
MEMBERS: 185
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 9 a.m. Sundays
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.
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
• Wood Fired Oven - Community gathering on Wednesday nights in the summer.
MISSION:
Alexandria United Methodist Church’s mission is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
Bethesda Lutheran Church
1204 N. Nokomis NE • Alexandria, MN 56308 • 320-763-5164 bethesdachurch1204@gmail.com • bethesdaalexandria.org
CLERGY: Pastor Jerry Lanes pastorlanes@gmail.com
SCHEDULE:
Saturday worship, 5 p.m.
Sunday worship, 9:30 a.m.
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 sponsorships 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.
Calvary Covenant Church
404 Meeker St. • P.O. Box 190 • Evansville, MN 56326 (218) 948-2230
EMAIL: pastor@calvarycovenant.org
WEBSITE: calvarycovenant.org
CLERGY:
Dwayne Frykman, Pastor
MEMBERS:
50 baptized members
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Sunday School 9:15 a.m. and coffee hour
Worship service 10:15 a.m.
Second Sunday each month - luncheon following the service
Wednesday - 1 p.m. Bible Study and 2 p.m. Prayer Time
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.
Calvary Lutheran Church
605 Douglas Street | Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-5178
office@calvaryalex.org www.calvaryalex.org
CLERGY:
Hans Dahl & Angie Larson
MEMBERS: 200
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Sundays 8:30 a.m. Traditional, 10:30 a.m. Modern
Wednesdays - check website for current times
Watch on Demand Youtube @ calvarychurchalex
From Memorial Day through Labor Day, our Sunday Modern service is held outside on Lake Carlos at Luther Crest Bible Camp
ALL ARE WELCOME!
No matter who you are or where you’ve been, you are welcome at Calvary. Our mission is to lead all people to a lifelong faith in Jesus Christ, and we provide many ways for you to worship, connect and serve alongside our community of faith. Visit our website to learn about our various programs for kids, students, adults and to plan your visit.
Catalyst Covenant Church
Meets at Common Ground Coffee Shop 516 Hawthorne Street Alexandria, MN 5638
MAILING ADDRESS: 1110 Ash Street
Alexandria, MN 56308
CLERGY: Pastor Jim Black, 320-766-5725
MEMBERS: 25
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sundays at 10 a.m. Meals provided after the service
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. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory, Forever and ever. Amen.
Chippewa Lutheran Church
301 Central Ave S P.O. Box 32
Brandon, MN 56315
320-834-4875
chippewalutheran@gmail.com
www.brandonmn.com/ ChippewaLutheranChurch.htm
CLERGY: Pastor Steve Junker
MEMBERS: 150
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Communion is on the first Sunday of each month.
Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.
Fellowship and refreshments - 10 a.m. Worship - 9 a.m.
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 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 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.
Christina Lake Lutheran Church
22156 County Road 24 NW • Evansville, MN 56326 218-948-2218 • christina@gctel.net
CLERGY:
Pastor Nathan Hanson
MEMBERS: 120
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Sunday Service : March 1 - August 31, 10:30 a.m.
September 1 - February 28, 8:30 a.m.
Communion: First Sunday of the month
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 GermanAmerican artist Dieterich Spahn.
• Christina Lake Lutheran Church celebrated our 150th anniversary in 2021.
office@harvestalexandria.com www.HarvestAlexandria.com
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES, GROUPS and EVENTS:
See website for current service times and a list of weekly groups and activities, www.HarvestAlexandria.com
SOCIAL MEDIA:
YouTube @HarvestAlexandria
Instagram @HarvestAlexandria
Facebook @HarvestAlexandria
FOUNDING AND SENIOR PASTORS::
Mike and Rhonda Bartolomeo
Cornerstone Church
202 Seventh Ave. E, Alexandria, MN 56308 • 320-762-1565
office@cornerstoneofalexandria.com • cornerstoneofalexandria.com
CLERGY:
Darryl Knappen, Senior Pastor 320-766-9162
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Worship: 10 a.m. Sundays
Amazing Grace Cafe: 9:30 to 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 MINSITRIES:
Some of Cornerstone’s ministries include Heartbeat Bible Studies and partner ministries with Trout Lake Camp and ZEMA(Zion Evangelical Ministries of Africa).
Ebenezer Evangelical Lutheran Church
13070 CR 6 NW, Alexandria, MN 56308 • 320-298-3069 Facebook: Ebenezer Leaf Valley
CLERGY: Pastor Scott Brown scottbrown315@gmail.com
MEMBERS: 200
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Alternates yearly 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Summer schedule has alternative outdoor services
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
602 12th Ave. E. • P.O. Box 178 Alexandria, MN 56308 • 320-763-3201
EMAIL: emmanualepiscopalmn@gmail.com
WEBSITE: www.alexmnepiscopal.org
CLERGY:
Rev. Tom Sinning, Priest
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Worship: 10:30 a.m. Sunday
Please visit our website for times and information about adult classes, Sunday School, 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. A variety of music, scripture readings and prayers are part of our worship service. If you are looking for a friendly church home, Emmanuel may be the place for you.
OUR MINISTRIES:
We participate in many projects that help the people in our area. Emmanuel founded and still supports the Douglas County Food Shelf. We have several ongoing service projects where we work with charities and groups both locally and in the surrounding communities.
After church each Sunday, we have an informal coffee hour where we get to know each other.
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.
Fahlun Lutheran Church
3550 County Road 7 N.E. P.O. Box 724
Nelson, MN 56355
320-763-9500
oursavioursfahlun@gmail.com
CLERGY: Jeremy Pederson, Pastor
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 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 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 tradition at Christmas
• We celebrated our 150th anniversary in 2021
Faith Lutheran Church Evansville
526 State St. NW Evansville, MN 56326 (218) 948-2574 or (320) 834-4589
EMAIL: faithlc@gctel.com
WEBSITE: gracethroughfaithministries.com
CLERGY: Pastor Bradley Pearson
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: 11 a.m. Sundays Also available online at gracethroughfaithministries.com and on Gardonville Channel 4 and Selective TV 21.4.
MISSION STATEMENT:
“Growing together in Jesus to minister, to love and to serve.”
Faith is more of a family than a church. Although a smaller congregation, it sports a large spirit of hospitality and service.
As God’s family, everyone is included, welcome and invited to become more like Jesus. We’re Bible-centered, prayer encouraged and motivated by loving our neighbors.
Faith Lutheran Church ECLA, Miltona
5500 County Road 14 NE | P.O. Box 123 | Miltona, MN 56354 218-943-2891
faith310@midwestinfo.net faithlutheranmiltona.com
CLERGY:
Sharon Bridges, Deacon Cell: 320-808-5515
Email: sbridges2109@gmail.com
Kevin Lee, Synod Authorized Minister Cell: 320-491-3179
Email: kleemiltona@gmail.com
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: 9 a.m. on Sunday mornings Live streaming found at faithlutheranmiltona.com
MISSION STATEMENT:
“Our mission is to worship God by loving and serving our neighbors and making disciples of Jesus Christ.”
MINISTRIES: Worship Choir/Bell Choir Sunday School Confirmation Bible Study Fellowship Outreach:
• Free Community Meal
• Outreach Mobile Food Pantry
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.
First Congregational United Church of Christ
221 Seventh Ave. W. Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-3341
office@firstcongregationaluccalex.com www.firstcongregationaluccalex.com
CLERGY:
Rev. Dr. Jill Sanders
CLERGY EMAIL: jill@firstcongregationaluccalex.com
MEMBERS: 159
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Worship: 10 a.m. Sundays (broadcast on KXRA AM at 11 a.m. the second Sunday of each month)
Communion: First Sunday of each month
OUR MINISTRIES:
Our ministries include meaningful worship on Sundays for all ages, small group experiences for children, educational and spiritual growth for all throughout the year, local and global mission projects, and women’s group meetings.
OUR MISSION:
An inclusive community that welcomes extravagantly, seeks God and follows Jesus into the world.
WE BELIEVE:
• We believe our worship and service, in the name of Jesus Christ,are our top priorities.
• We believe “God is Still Speaking” through Scripture inspired by the Holy Spirit.
• We believe all people are created in the divine image of God, regardless of age, ability, culture, race, gender or orientation. All are loved and welcomed at First Congregational Church.
OUR CHURCH:
• Find us on Facebook at “First Congregational United Church of Christ, Alexandria,” where people believe, belong, and become.
• Watch us weekday mornings, 11:45 a.m., on cable TV Channel 181.
• Watch us live on Sunday mornings on YouTube: tinyurl.com/firstcongalex
First Lutheran Church of Alexandria
1655 18th Ave. E. | Alexandria, MN 56308 320-762-2196
admin@firstlutheranalexandria.com firstlutheranalexandria.com
CLERGY:
Julé Ballinger, Pastor
Megan Preston, Pastor
MEMBERS: 2,429
SCHEDULE OF SERVICE:
*Worship times subject to change
Sunday 8:30 a.m. Facebook & Youtube Live
Sunday 10 a.m. Facebook & Youtube Live, Outdoor Worship at FLC - Memorial Weekend through Labor Day Weekend
Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Facebook & Youtube Live
Broadcast of our services: KXRA - 1490 AM / 100.3 FM at 10 a.m. Sundays
Spectrum channel 181 - Daily at 10:15 a.m.
PURPOSE STATEMENT:
For over 150 years, First Lutheran has been a faithful presence in Alexandria. Besides being a center for worship and ministry, it has long served as a place where numerous groups from the
community come together and meet. First Lutheran is a welcoming place. The people who gather and make this their church home are everyday people, young and old alike, who find joy and purpose in being at the church together.
Worship is at the center of who we are. You’ll find a variety of approaches to the worship services. Our prayer is that worship would inspire, encourage and enable us to know Jesus better and to reflect his love in our lives.
MISSION STATEMENT:
First Lutheran Church is a vibrant Christian Community where faith and life meet through worship, learning and serving in Jesus’ name.
First Lutheran Church, Kensington
25 State Street E PO Box 122 Kensington, MN 56343 • (320) 965-2540 1stluthechurch@gmail.com • Facebook: neighborsinfaithlutheranparish
CLERGY:
S.A.M. Vern Hedlin and S.A.M. Wanda Hohler
SERVICES:
November - March 11 a.m.
April – October 9 a.m.
Check Neighbors in Faith Facebook Page
KINGDOM KIDS: 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. during the school year in the church basement. The Kingdom Kids class will put on a Christmas program each year and an end of the year program as well.
PRE-CONFIRMATION: 4 to 4:30 p.m. during the school year in the council room. This class studies the bible stories in preparation for Confirmation.
CONFIRMATION: 4:30 to 6 p.m. during the school year in the council room. The class goes on field trips during the year that pertain to what is being learned in class.
FIRST LUTHERAN YOUTH (FLY): For all youth in 6th through 12th grades. The youth will serve coffee once a month. The FLY has a lock-in in March at the Kensington Old Town Hall. They also have a potato bar in January, an Egg Bake Brunch on Palm Sunday and a Crazy Supper in May. They also have monthly suppers from 6 to 7 p.m.
OTHER ACTIVITIES:
Ladies WELCA meets most months on the first Sunday at 10 a.m. at the Church. Choir practice is on Wednesday at 6:15 p.m.
Men’s Meatball Dinner is on the first Sunday in March.
Soup and sandwiches are served at 6 p.m. before Lenten services, which are at 7 p.m.
WELCA Salad Luncheon is held in April.
WELCA Country Fair is held in September.
Hog Roast is on the first Sunday in October.
WELCA Christmas Brunch is on the first Saturday in December.
First Presbyterian Church
101 W. Oak St, Osakis, MN 56360 • 320-859-4550
osakispc@midwestinfo.net • www.osakispresbyterian.org
Facebook: Osakis Presbyterian Church
CLERGY:
Ruling Elder Keven Withers
MEMBERS: 21
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Worship 9:30 a.m. In person and via Facebook Live
OUR MISSION:
Share God’s Word and Spread His Love.
OUR MINISTRIES:
• First Presbyterian is a mission-oriented congregation contributing year round to local organizations such as Douglas and Todd County Food Shelves, Backpack Attack, Meals on Wheels, Eagle’s Nest and Hands of Hope, Footcare Clinic and globally through our Presbyterian Mission Organization and other missions.
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 Pie and Ice Cream Social, held during the Osakis Festival.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
(LCMS-Lutheran Church Missouri Synod) 2702 Hwy. 29 N, Alexandria, MN 56308 • 320-762-5152 goodshepherdalexsec@gmail.com • goodshepherdalex.com
STAFF:
Pastor Jonathan Jahnke
MEMBERS: 567
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Sunday Worship: 9 a.m.
Sunday School/Adult Bible Study: 10:15 a.m.
Special Services/Ministry events: Please check the calendar on the church website.
OUR HISTORY:
Our History: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church was established on July 25, 1982. For over 40 years, Good Shepherd has always taught God’s word, given Holy sacraments to God’s people, while reaching out to those in need.
OUR MISSION:
“We are a caring community of believers connecting people to JOY.”
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.
Gospel Light Baptist Church
4133 Iowa St | Alexandria, MN 56308 616-755-3682
glbcalex@icloud.com glbcalex.com
CLERGY: David Iseminger II
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Worship 10:30 a.m.
Thursday Prayer Groups and Bible Study 6:30 p.m.
OUR CHURCH:
We’re a growing church community of about 70 people, committed to expository preaching and teaching. Our current studies include the Gospel of John on Sunday mornings, the Epistle of Jude on Thursday evenings, the book of Ruth in our women’s group and the exploration of the divisions of Scripture in Sunday School. We’d love for you to join us as we grow in faith and
Grace Baptist Church
EMAIL: gracechurch-alexandria@outlook.com
WEBSITE: facebook.com/gracechurchalexandriamn
STAFF:
Pastor Ken Gibbs
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday School 9 a.m. (except Memorial Day through Labor Day) Worship Service 10:15 a.m. (meet and greet at 9 a.m. Memorial Day through Labor Day)
Grace Lutheran Church
205 Central Ave, Brandon, MN 56315 • 320-524-2262 or 320-834-4873
grace@gctel.com • www.gracethroughfaithministries.com
CLERGY: Pastor Bradley Pearson
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES/BROADCASTS:
Services are held at 9 a.m. on Sundays during the school year and at 8:30 a.m. on Sundays Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Also available online at www. gracethroughfaithministries.com and on Gardonville Channel 4 and Selective TV 21.4.
ABOUT US:
Grace is a caring community of God’s family reaching out to everyone in the spirit of hospitality and inclusion. We welcome all people in worship, education and fellowship and work together to become more like Jesus. We’re Bible-centered, prayer encouraged and motivated by loving our neighbors.
Check out our website and find us on Facebook at “Grace through Faith Ministries” to keep up to date with our ministry, adult and youth opportunities.
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
316 W 3rd Ave W • P.O. Box F | Osakis, MN 56360 320-859-2390
office@icosakis.org www.icosakis.org
CLERGY:
Father Matthew Kuhn, Pastor
WEEKEND MASSES:
Saturday - 4 p.m.
Sunday - 10:30 a.m.
DAILY MASSES: Friday - 8:30 a.m.
OUR MISSION:
To build God’s Church across generations by Living the Eucharist.
AT A GLANCE:
Our parish community of 274 families offers Family Faith Formation for grades K-6 to all of our families as well as Faith Formation for grades 7-11 youth. There are offerings of Adult Faith Formation as well. At selected Sunday Liturgies, we offer Little Hearts 4 Jesus for children ages 3 to grade 1. All children are welcome!
MINISTRIES:
Contact the Parish office if you are interested in learning more.
Kensington Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ (LCMC)
19 Central Ave N. • Kensington, MN 56343 (We meet in the Kensington Community Center) 320-349-0646
Mailing Address: 19 Central Ave N. • PO Box 97 • Kensington, MN 56343
EMAIL: jlarkin0646@gmail.com
CLERGY:
Pastor Nathan Hanson pasturehanson@gmail.com
MEMBERS: 45
SCHEDULE OF SERVICE:
8:30 a.m. March 1 - September 30 and 10:30 a.m. October 1 - February 28/29
MISSION STATEMENT:
We’re Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ, and our name pretty much says it all. Our church and congregation is a place where people in the community can come to connect with God and one another.
OUR BELIEFS:
Even though Lutheran is in our name, we welcome all seekers of the truth. The truth that through Jesus Christ your sins are forgiven. We believe, teach and confess Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. We’re made right with God by grace alone through faith and because of Christ.
EDUCATION
OPPORTUNITIES: Confirmation, Sunday School, Bible Studies
OUTREACH:
One of our missions is to share the gifts given to us by God. We donate financially to mostly local organizations helping those in need. We also host and support special events both local and abroad aimed at opening doors for those who may need help or have questions of faith.
Lake Community Church
490 Voyager Drive | Alexandria, MN 56308 320-762-5424
info@lakecommunity.org www.lakecommunity.org
CLERGY: Cory Shreve - Associate Pastor
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
See website for Sunday morning services as they are subject to change seasonally.
Youth Ministry Grades 6-12th Wednesday Evening 6:30-8 p.m
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!
Lakeland United Pentecostal Church
803 22nd Ave. E, Alexandria, MN 56308 • lupci.org
FACEBOOK: Lakeland United Pentecostal Church
CLERGY:
Roger A. Feiler
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Sunday morning 10 a.m.
Wednesday Bible class 6 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
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, 37-29)
• In a lifestyle of obedience to Biblical principles. (2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 4:24)
Lakes Area
Seventh Day Adventist Church
201 13th Ave E
Alexandria, MN 56308
420-305-8352
WEBSITE: www.alexandriasdachurch.org
Radio Station KSWJ 90.9 FM
CLERGY: Tony Ferreira
MEMBERS: 35
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Sabbath Worship: 11 a.m. Sundays
Bible Study: 10 a.m. Saturdays
Prayer Meeting: 2:00 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
Love in the name of Christ Douglas County Lakes Area
44 Glenn Road NW | Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 759-3022
director@loveincdouglas.org wwwloveincdouglas.org
STAFF:
Aaron Feltman, Executive Director
Kristi Pierce, Clearinghouse Coordinator
Kim Boutain, Ministry Coordinator
CLEARINGHOUSE HOURS:
We are a call in ministry 9:30 am to noon (M/W/F) 9:30 am to 2:30 pm (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 in need. Love INC addresses spiritual, physical, emotional and financial needs.
OUR MISSION:
To mobilize local churches, organizations and individuals to transform lives and communities in the Name of Christ.
OUR VISION:
Recognizing the value in everyone by investing in relationships to help achieve their God-given potential.
OUR MINISTRY:
The Love INC Clearinghouse serves the purpose of screening and meeting basic needs such as clothing, personal care items, transportation, furniture, school shoes, winter wear, etc.
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, 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!
Mount Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church
On the corner of Fourth and Hintzen P.O. Box 52 Miltona, MN 56354
CHURCH LEADERS:
Terry Finnern, Interim Pastor Congregation President: David Luedeke – 218-639-9340
Youth Leader: Luke Luedeke – 320-808-3831 Also on Facebook – facebook.com/CalvaryKids4Life/
MEMBERS: About 70
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Worship: 8:30 a.m. Sunday Communion: First and third Sunday 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, quilting and youth group.
Special events: February we host a silent auction followed by a soup/sandwich luncheon and our youth hosts a Valentine’s Dinner. Prior to Easter, our youth hosts an annual Ham Bingo and on Easter Sunday we have an Easter Breakfast that all are welcome to. In addition, every third weekend in July, the Ladies of our congregation host a Pie and Ice Cream social at the Miltona Fire Hall during the Miltona Tornado Day festivities!
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.
Mount Carmel Ministries
800 Mount Carmel Dr. NE • Alexandria, MN 56308 320-846-2744
EMAIL: office@mountcarmelministries.com
WEBSITE: www.mountcarmelministries.com
SUNDAY MORNING SCHEDULE:
From Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend
Worship 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
From June 15 through Aug. 3
Sunday brunch buffet served from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
ABOUT US:
Mount Carmel is located on the west side of Lake Carlos, toward the north end of the lake. From Alexandria, take County Road 11 to Mount Carmel Drive (just past Luther Crest Bible Camp). In addition to our Sunday morning worship and brunch in the summers, we offer many opportunities for Bible study, worship, and Christian fellowship. Please see our website for the full schedule.
Welcome Home to Mount Carmel!
New Life Christian Church
1910 County Road 82 SE | Alexandria, MN 56308
320-763-7051
office@your-newlife.com your-newlife.com
STAFF:
John Taplin, Co-Pastor
Billy Wallace, Co-Pastor
Sam McKay, Associate Pastor
Blake Saathoff, Youth Pastor
Sue Ronning, Women’s Coordinator
Beth Johnson, Christian Education Overseer
Tracey Anderson, Office Manager
Tom Bock, Custodial Coordinator
Wayne Claassen, Worship
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Sundays: 9 and 10:30 a.m. in person, and live at 9 a.m. on our Facebook page and on website to view later
Sunday school: Adult – 9 and 10:30 a.m.; youth – 9 a.m.; and children – 10:30 a.m.
OUR MINISTRIES:
AWANA: Wednesdays at 6:25 p.m.
(follows the school schedule)
Youth Group: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sundays Seniors Bible Study: Tuesdays at 2 p.m.
Ongoing small groups
Men’s breakfast, Tuesdays at 7 a.m.
Women’s Retreat: Each April
Dads and Lads: Each May
Baudette Family Camp: Each June
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.
New Testament Church
2505 Highway 29 N. | Alexandria, MN 56308
320-762-2444 | FAX: 320-762-0547
info@ntcalexandria.org ntcalexandria.org
CLERGY/STAFF:
Michael Loween, Pastor
Peter Reishus, Pastor
Thomas Zitzmann, Pastor
Amanda Reishus, Children’s Leader
Dyann Schumacher, Office Manager
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Worship: Sunday, 10 a.m., Wednesday Night Family Nights 6:30 to 8 p.m.
To view services online, see website.
Sunday service can be live streamed on YouTube at 10 a.m.
For Youth Group, Children’s Ministry, Sunday School, Bible Studies, see website
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 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, Alexandria Community Christian School (formerly New Testament Christian School) was founded for the purpose of providing a sound academic education for children through a Christcentered 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.
Osakis Lutheran Church
310 First Ave. E, Osakis, MN 56360 • 320-859-2350 olcsecretary@arvig.net • www.osakislutheranelca.com
CLERGY:
Mary Anne Parker, 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.
• 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.
Oscar Lake Lutheran Church, ELCA
14619 Church Road W.
(On County Rd 7 SW)
Farwell MN 56327
320-283-5570 - church
320-866-5678 - parish office
EMAIL: srensink@charter.net, secretary
WEBSITES: www.facebook.com/ trinityoscarlake www.popecountyareachurches.com
CLERGY:
Vern Hedlin and Wanda Hohler, Synodicaly Authorized Ministers
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Worship: 9:30 or 11 a.m. alternating every other month with Trinity Holmes City. See website for current service times and location of activities shared with Trinity Lutheran Church. Remote services offered via Zoom and Facebook live each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Confirmation:
5-6 p.m. Wednesdays, alternating location
Bible Study:
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 men’s pancake breakfast is the first Saturday in March.
Oscar Lake is the oldest chartered Lutheran church in the NW MN Synod, ELCA, established 1866. We partner with Trinity Lutheran, Holmes City.
P.O. Box 75 100 S. Nelson St. Nelson, MN 56355 320-200-4260
EMAIL: oursavioursfahlun@gmail.com
WEBSITE: www.oursavioursfahlun.org
CLERGY: Jeremy Pedersen, Pastor
MEMBERS: 65
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: Sunday worship at 9 a.m. with service streamed on Facebook Live and www. oursavioursfahlun.org.
Campfire worship each Wednesday at 6 p.m. May-September
ABOUT US:
• We affiliate with Lutheran Congregations in Mission in Christ (LCMC), www.lcmc.net and its Augustana District (www. augustanadistrict.org).
• We celebrated our 150th anniversary in 2021.
Reach Church
1310 North Nokomis NE
Alexandria, MN 56308
320-763-5224
reachchurchmn.com
info@reachchurchmn.com
CLERGY EMAIL: nick@reachchurchmn.com
STAFF:
Nick Grey, Lead Pastor
Reba Grey, Communications Pastor
Kali Alonzo, Worship Pastor
Keenan Nichols, Youth Director
Tiahna Nichols, Kids Pastor
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
In person Sundays 9:30 a.m. Also on YouTube.
OUR PURPOSE:
To Love God, Love People, and Help Others Love God.
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.
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 Reach 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!
Redeemer Lutheran Church
320-554-2161
ryan.j.pumphrey@gmail.com
CLERGY: Rev. Ryan J Pumphrey
SOCIAL MEDIA:
Facebook: Search for “Redeemer Lutheran Church Osakis”
MEMBERS: 30
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Bible Study meets Saturday evening at 6p.m.
Worship service is Saturday at 7 p.m.
Midweek Lent and Advent services are offered Tuesdays at 7 p.m. (During those respective seasons)
ABOUT US:
We preach Christ Crucified and Risen for our Justification and Salvation. We believe that we are saved by Grace alone, through Faith alone, in Christ alone, as taught to us by Scripture alone. We believe in the inerrancy of Scripture, that it is God-breathed, and that it is truly the inspired Word of God. We stand behind the unaltered
Lutheran Confessions as a right teaching of doctrine and theology which God Himself presents to us in His almighty Word, the Bible. We have a mission of sharing the Gospel message to all people of all ages.
Our mission verse as printed on the stained-glass window behind the altar is this: “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest” Matthew 11:28. We find comfort in that verse, and experience true rest in our Savior, Jesus. We invite all people to come and learn about Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.
7 p.m. Wednesday evening Bible study and prayer Youth group, Ladies group, Men’s Breakfast and Quilting.
Shalom Lutheran Church, ELCA
681 Voyager Drive Alexandria, MN 56308 320-762-8641 office@shalomlutheran.org www.shalomlutheran.org
CLERGY/STAFF:
Pastor: David Fleener, pastor@shalomlutheran.org
Director of Music and Youth Ministries: Sam Meehan, youth@shalomlutheran. org and/or music@shalomlutheran.org
Office Administrator: Geri Rindahl, office@shalomlutheran.org
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Sunday at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday Evening Prayer in Lent and Advent at 6:30 p.m.
Our service is streamed live on Facebook under shalomlutheranchurch, and also on our website at www.shalomlutheran. org/worship.
ABOUT US:
Shalom Lutheran Church provides an allare-welcome hospitality that permeates through all our ministries. We believe God is calling us to invite people into a deeper relationship with Christ, so they may discover true peace, and follow Him in compassionate service.
WE ARE:
A family of God, a friendly-close knit body of Christ, with a ministry for everyone by everyone.
Grounded on God’s word and provides education, growth, and learning for all ages.
Servant-minded and intergenerationally seek outreach and mission in our community and in the world. Passionate about music. We focus on harmonizing diversity and using music as an expression of our faith and a way to share Christ with others.
OUR MINISTRIES:
• Christ-centered worship
• Adult Choir
• Spirit of Shalom Band
• WELCA (Women of the ELCA)
• Men’s Bible study
• Adult Bible study
• Vacation Bible School
• Youth Faith Time (Pre-K – 9th grade on Wed. Evenings)
• Go Deep (Gr. 9-12)
• Quilting
• Book Club
• Food Shelf
• Lutheran World Relief
• Bread for the World
• Habitat for Humanity
• Operation Bootstrap Africa
• Love Inc, and much more!
Solem Lutheran Church
9159 County Road 1 SW
Kensington, MN 56343
STAFF:
Solem Preservation Association c/o Donna Podratz, 701-367-6866
Solem Cemetery Association, Roger Thompson, 320-763-1796
OUR CHURCH:
Located in the southwestern corner of Douglas County, two miles of north Kensington on County Road 1
The Solem Preservation Association was formed with the goal of providing for the preservation of the church.
Two fundraising events are held annually: In May, a “Welcome Home” church service and dinner are held with former members taking part in the service. On this day, the Cemetery Association and Preservation Association also hold their annual meetings. 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 and October.
Solem has kitchen facilities for serving catered meals and coffee, a beautifully furnished chapel, indoor bathrooms and a large dining room.
Upkeep is going, and the Preservation Board is working on several projects.
OUR HISTORY:
Solem Lutheran Church was established May 21, 1876, and closed its doors on June 22, 2008. It served the area for 132 years.
The original church was built in 1892 with several additions and updates over the years.
Olaf 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. Olaf, Karin and 5 of their children are buried in Lot 1 of the cemetery.
The “Cemetery Directory” and “Visitor Register” in the front of the church contains a cemetery map and complete listing/locations of all burials.
Spirit Life Church
912 State Hwy. 29 N. | Alexandria, MN 56308
320-219-6005
www.Spirit-Life.org connect@spirit-life.org
PASTORS:
Jeff and Natasha Ferguson
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Sunday, 10 a.m.
Nursery available during worship
Kids Church begins after worship
For more information about our men’s, women’s, students and small group gatherings, visit our website.
OUR MISSION:
To help all people find hope and discover freedom in Christ.
OUR VISION:
To raise believers who intimately know God, obediently respond to His Word, confidently hear His voice, and faithfully follow His Spirit. To reach the lost and disciple the found.
OUR VALUES:
We believe God’s Word. We embrace God’s grace. We pursue God’s presence. We cultivate authentic relationships. We value every generation. We live missional lives.
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: every Sunday 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 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!
St. Luke’s Lutheran Church
201 E. Ida St., PO Box 35, Garfield, MN 56332 • 320-834-2285 stlukesgarfield@gmail.com • www.stlukeschurchgarfield.org
CLERGY:
David L. Gran, Pastor
Sue J. Davidson, Associate 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: 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.
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
stnickbelleriver@gmail.com www.stnicholasbelleriver.org
CLERGY:
Father Matthew Kuhn, Pastor
WEEKEND MASSES:
Sunday - 8:30 a.m.
DAILY MASSES:
Wednesday - 8:30 a.m.
OUR MISSION:
To build God’s Church across generations by Living the Eucharist.
AT A GLANCE:
Our parish community of 183 families offers Faith Formation for grades 1-11 youth on Wednesday evenings with opportunities for Intergenerational Faith Learning experiences throughout the year. We are a vibrant parish that has charm and we love our community.
Contact the Parish office if you are interested in learning more.
St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
EMAIL: schneum@hotmail.com
WEBSITE: stpaulalex.com
CLERGY: Michael Neumann, Pastor
MEMBERS: 150
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Worship: 9 a.m. Sundays
Bible Class/Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Sundays
Online at YouTube.com (St. Paul’s Lutheran Church - Alexandria, MN)
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:
Confirmation Class (Grades 6-8), Youth Group, Jesus Cares Ministry (for developmentally disabled), Book Study Group, Bible Information Class(available upon 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 selfsupporting.
• In 1971, the church was built. 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
Parkers Prairie | 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 a.m. Sundays
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:
The Church in the Pines
33992 Highway 27 W. • Alexandria, MN 56308 • 320-760-6190 churchadmin@thechurchinthepines.org • www.thechurchinthepines.org
CLERGY:
Jay Jensen, Jeremy Lanctot, Eric Schmidt, Neil Thielke, Austin Arias
MEMBERS: 700
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Sunday Services: 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.
Children’s Sunday School ages 5-11 (second service only)
Nursery ages 1-4.
Wednesday evening Youth Group ages 12-17.
CHURCH VISION:
The Church in the Pines is an oasis of loving nurture where the body of Christ learns to fully understand and live out their true identity in Christ.
STATEMENT OF FAITH:
God’s Word is our guide. www. thechurchinthepines.org/what-webelieve
OUR MISSION:
To share the powerful simplicity of the gospel to the broken, hurting, searching and lonely and introduce them to their Savior.
Disciple the body of Christ on the magnitude of the finished work of the cross.
Establish a solid foundation of what it means to be a child of God. Thoroughly understanding who and whose they are in Christ.
To disciple the body of Christ to live out their promised victorious life while utilizing their God-given gifts to walk out the Great Commission in our community.
The Church of St. Mary
420 Irving St. | Alexandria, MN 56308 | 320-763-5781
stmary@stmaryalexandria.org stmaryalexandria.org www.facebook.com/stmaryalexandria
CLERGY:
Father Matthew Kuhn, Pastor
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Weekend Mass
Saturday 5 p.m.
Sunday 8 and 10 a.m.
Weekday Mass
Monday 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday 8:30 a.m.
Wednesday 8:30 a.m.
Thursday 5:30 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m.
OUR MISSION:
“To build God’s Church across generations by living the Eucharist”
AT A GLANCE:
2,185 registered households
5,422 parishioners
270 elementary school (K-6) enrollment
336 faith formation (Pre-K - Grade 11) enrollment
1,200 average weekend Mass attendance
OUR MINISTRIES:
Explore the Ministry Handbook at www. stmaryalexandria.org for a description of ministries.
Trinity Lutheran Church of Carlos
16 N. Douglas Ave | Carlos, MN 56319 320-852-7530
trinitylutherancarlos@gmail.com
CLERGY: Interim Pastor
MEMBERS: 150
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES: 10:45 a.m. Sundays
OUR MINISTRIES: Sunday school, adult Bible class, Trinity Lutheran Church Women, Men’s Club, Vacation Bible School, quilters
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
Trinity Lutheran Church
LCMS, Evansville
19237 County Road 53
Evansville, MN 56326
320-876-4021
MAILING ADDRESS:
Trinity Lutheran Church, c/o Julie Lenarz, 2921 Deer Run NW, Garfield, MN 56332
CLERGY:
James Walburg, Pastor
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, 1/4 mile north of County Road 24 or 6.3 miles north of County Road 5.
OUR MISSION:
“Christ is our Cornerstone” We seek to honor and glorify the Triune 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 expression love and service to God and our neighbor.
OUR VALUES:
We value the preaching and reaching 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.
Trinity Lutheran, Holmes City
5966 County 4W SW, PO Box 18 , Holmes City, MN 56341 320-886-5678 • trinityholmescity@gmail.com
CLERGY:
Vern Hedlin and Wanda Hohler, Synod Authorized Ministers
MEMBERSHIP: 75
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Please see our Facebook page, facebook.com/TrinityOscarLake
ABOUT US:
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 also offer:
• Confirmation Classes
• Men’s and Women’s Bible Study
• Farmers Market and Community Breakfast
• Bible School
• Mission Trips
Word Alone Fellowship
1904 6th Avenue East Alexandria, MN 56308
wordalonefellowship.org
CLERGY:
Forrest Erickson
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
Worship: 9 a.m. Sunday
Bible Study: 4 p.m. Tuesday
For special services check our website Communion: First and third Sunday of the month
We welcome you to join us or follow us each Sunday or Tuesday at wordalonefellowship.org.
OUR HISTORY:
In 2016, a group of like-hearted Jesus followers gathered together with a single desire to create a fellowship where the Word of God was central to all we did. We believe the Bible alone is the divinely inspired, inerrant Word of God. We confess faith in the Triune God-Father, Son and Holy Spirit, as expressed in the Apostle’s Creed.
OUR MISSION:
We believe, teach and confess that the Word of God, the Bible, as it is given to us, is the sole standard for all life and conduct. We believe that Jesus Christ is the only hope for the world. Our Worship connects people with Jesus through prayer, the Word and music. We are called to love and serve.
OUR MINISTRIES:
We have a traditional worship service on Sundays at 9 a.m. at the Life Right Chapel with fellowship/refreshments following. Tuesdays we gather for Bible Study at 4 p.m. Monthly, a communion service takes place at Grand Arbor.
Zion Lutheran Church
300 Lake St. Alexandria, MN 56308 • (320) 763-4842
zionchurch@zionalex.org • zionalex.org
CLERGY:
Rev. Matt Lorenz, Associate Pastor
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES:
September-Memorial Day, 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
June-Labor Day, 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.
Watch online at zionalex.org or Watch on TV: Charter Channel 181, Gardonville Channel 4, Selective TV Channel 20.5
ABOUT US:
Worship at Zion has the simple focus of bringing Jesus to you as he comes to us by His Word and sacraments. Many people think of worship as something that we do. We believe that worship begins with what God, in grace, does for us. In His house, He forgives us, He speaks to us His Word of truth, and He renews and refreshes us to live for Him. We then respond to what He does for us with our prayers and praises. While most people would call our worship services “traditional,” on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month at
the second service we have a Praise Worship Service. But whether it is during the sermon, prayers, or songs, we always strive to serve you with Jesus, His gifts, and the truth of His Word.
If you visit Zion, you will find that we are a friendly, fairly traditional bunch of folks who love the Lord and seek to love one another and our community. Without any question, you are welcome here! Most importantly, you are welcome to join us as we gather around God’s grace that is found in Jesus Christ. “Grace” means “gift.” At Zion, we all come as broken people living in a broken world to receive the gift, the grace, that we need most. In fact, our church’s tagline is “Gathering in grace.”
We sincerely and warmly invite you to come and join us as we gather in the grace of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Serving Alexandria and the surrounding area for over 135 years!
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