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Celebrating 150 Years
Of God's Faithfulness Through All Generations
FIRST COVENANT CHURCH, RED WING, MN
MAY 30, 1874-2024
MAY 30, 1874-2024
150 Years of God's Faithfulness
A History of First Covenant Church, Red Wing, MN
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CELEBRATION WEEKEND, APRIL 19-21 2024
Saturday Program |
Sunday Service, 8:30Blended service Identical to the 10:00.
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Sunday Service, 10:00Blended service Identical to the 8:30.
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May 5 - Superintendent Kara Stromberg |
May 26 - President Tammy Swanson-Draheim |
FRIDAY, APRIL 19
Square Dance 6:00PM
We kicked off the weekend by kickin' up our heels with a good ole' fashioned square dance. Everyone of any age was welcome, even if they didn't know how to square dance. Ann Carter Calling talked us through it and made us feel comfortable. The first hour was a social hour, with snacks and beverages provided by the church. We got to laugh with old friends and meet some new ones as we got the party started!
6:00-7:00 Social, 7:00-9:00 Square Dance
6:00-7:00 Social, 7:00-9:00 Square Dance
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Open House 11:00AM - 2:00PM
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We revisited old memories and explored the memories of others with a visit to the original church building on 602 West Avenue, Red Wing. Hosted by Roger and Marjean Johnson, we saw the place where the church had met for years. Occupied by the Artist's Sanctuary at the time of our celebration, the building held great memories for people like Roger, whose family lived in the church's parsonage while his father was the pastor for many years. We provided the snacks, tours, and stories. You brought the wonder, laughter, and stories of your own!
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SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Anniversary Celebration Program 5:00PM
We celebrated what God has done in and through First Covenant Church through the years! Featuring reflections from Pastors Tim Anderson and Marc Eix, greetings from other former pastors, music from Ranetta Lang, a historical reenactment from Cody Benjamin, and more, this celebration honored the story of God's work through the years.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Banquet Supper 6:15PM
Compliments of First Covenant Church, we joined together for supper and shared stories and laughter around the table. We tested our knowledge of First Covenant's history with a little trivia and heard some stories from people across the generations. As we came and went, we strolled around to look at all the photo displays and memorabilia of the church in action over the years.
MENU: Chicken Breast (GF), Real Mashed Potatoes with Gravy (GF), Corn (GF), Mac & Cheese with NO meat (for kids and adults who don't eat meat), Coleslaw (GF), Dinner Roll with Butter, Dessert (with a GF-Option)
SUNDAY, APRIL 21
Anniversary Worship Services 8:30AM and 10:00AM
We held two identical services blending traditional and contemporary worship to celebrate God's faithfulness through all generations. We sang a "Worship through the Ages" medley, a video recap with voices and stories of the past, and shared the Lord's Supper as people representing all the generations of First Covenant's history. Inspiration came from Pastor Jamie Staples, as well as music and prayers from the next generation, as we looked forward to the next 150 years.
SUNDAY, APRIL 21
Lunch 11:00AM-1:00PM
After worship, we stayed for lunch, compliments of the people of First Covenant Church. These final moments of catching up with old friends, touring the building, and exploring the various tables and displays were memorable and heart-warming.
SUNDAY, MAY 5
8:30AM and 10:00AM
Worship Services with Kara Stromberg
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We continued celebrating God's faithfulness with Kara Stromberg, Superintendent of the Northwest Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church. Kara is the first female superintendent to be elected to this role in the Northwest Conference. She's a beloved leader, and it's an honor to have had her celebrate this milestone with us!
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SUNDAY, MAY 26
8:30AM and 10:00AM
Worship Services with Tammy Swanson-Draheim
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Tammy Swanson-Draheim is the first female president in the history of the Evangelical Covenant Church. She held a variety of roles within the denomination for more than 23 years, including as superintendent of the Midwest Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church. Tammy was the capstone of our celebration of the 150th Anniversary of First Covenant Church in Red Wing. Her visit with us was timely, as the date of incorporation of the church was May 30, 1874. We're grateful for Tammy's presence as we honored God's faithfulness through all generations!
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