Samuel Evangelical Lutheran Church - taking time to give thanks

In this season of Thanksgiving, Pastor Rich Taylor of the Samuel Evangelical Lutheran Church of Eagle Grove is expressing his gratitude for the rich 125 year history of his church, as well as the congregation who continues a faithful outreach to the community.

The beginning

“Old church history is interesting in that it is like the Old Testament of the Bible...men are mentioned, but not the women,” said Pastor Taylor.

Looking back at the beginning of Samuel Lutheran Church, Pastor Taylor said records show that the church was officially founded on August 21, 1892. There were 11 men mentioned as the founding group.

“But I imagine some had wives and families,” said Pastor Taylor.

Read the full article in the November 24 edition of the Eagle.