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Community news: June 2026

On March 29, Mount Calvary, Harrison, Wis., dedicated its new church.

At the school’s spring concert, Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School, New Ulm, Minn., celebrated the 40-year anniversary in the teaching ministry of Becky Berg.

On April 11 and 12, Trinity Lutheran School, Marshfield, Wis., celebrated its 50th anniversary.

Faith, Antioch, Ill., celebrated its 75th anniversary on April 12.

On April 19, St. John, Wauwatosa, Wis., celebrated the teaching ministry anniversaries of Dan Markgraf (principal), 40 years; Dana Leyrer, 30 years; Brett Kriese, 30 years; and Laura Otto (early learning center director), 20 years.

On April 26, Lighthouse Youth Center celebrated its 20th anniversary at Redemption, Milwaukee, Wis.

On April 26, Living Savior, Asheville, N.C., celebrated its 25th anniversary.

Faith, Fond du Lac, Wis., celebrated the 25th anniversary of the teaching ministries of Ben Rank, Tracy Rank, and Trudy Tietz on May 10.

On May 17, St. John, Milwaukee, Wis., celebrated its 180th anniversary.

COEUR D’ALENE, IDAHO

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The Vine, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, offered free 9-volt batteries before Daylight Savings Time. Members set up a table in front of a local grocery store to remind people to change the batteries in their smoke detectors. The Vine used this opportunity to build relationships with its community.

PLYMOUTH, NEBRASKA

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On April 22, the seven confirmands of St. Paul’s, Plymouth, Neb., continued a longstanding tradition of climbing up the bell tower after confirmation rehearsal. This year’s confirmands were joined by Justin Dauck, pastor at St. Paul’s, and two dads.

BEND, OREGON

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On March 29, Mount Hope, Bend, Ore., celebrated its worship launch—marking an exciting milestone for this growing home mission. First approved in 2024, this mission has already gained meaningful traction in the community.

NEW ULM, MINNESOTA

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More than 225 ringers, representing 28 churches and five states, participated in the WELS National Handbell Festival hosted by Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minn., April 11–12. Pictured is the handbell choir from St. Paul’s, New Ulm.

Volume 113, Number 06
Issue: June 2026

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