100 years of Messiah
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February 8, 1925
Messiah Lutheran Church is Formed-Constitution Adopted
The first service was conducted on October 26, 1924 in the community hall on Addison Street by Rev. Theo. L. Blanken. A few months later on Feb. 8, 1925 the present congregation was formed and a constitution adopted. A call was extended to Rev. Blanken as our first pastor.
March 18, 1962
Dedication of Messiah Lutheran Educational Building
Our new school building was dedicated on this date. It was constructed on the space once occupied by the original church/school building. This new 2 story building with an additional basement level, contained 6 classrooms, a kindergarten room, a dedicated library, school office, modern kitchen, and a full gymnasium.
100th Anniversary
2025 was truly a special year as we celebrated the 1st century of Messiah's existence of a congregation. We remembered the adoption of our first constitution with a special service Feb 9, 2025 with Rev. Dr. Allan R. Buss, LCMS NID President preaching. Later in May, former pastor Rev John Mueller returned for a special service to commemorate all of the baptisms, confirmations, and marriages that have been held at Messiah over these 100 years. Finally, on Reformation Sunday, we concluded our 100th year with a special Anniversary service and banquet. We look forward to doing God's work in our 2nd 100 yrs.