Hundreds were on hand on Sunday, June 19, as our congregation broke ground on the new building that will include space for a free medical clinic, commons area, expanded parking, […]
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2015 | In the City for Good Campaign
After purchasing the KETV news station property through a gift of the Kountze Memorial Endowment Fund, the congregation begins a capital campaign, raising over $2 million towards the redevelopment of […]
Read more2014 | $1.1 Million Organ Refurbishment and Chamber Expansion
Kountze Memorial embarks on a massive organ renovation, refurbishment, and building expansion, allowing our most beautiful Aeolian-Skinner Organ Opus 1090 to serve the congregation and community for years to come.
Read more2013 | The Next Chapter
Following a national search, Rev. Jeffery Alvestad (2013- ), a graduate of Luther Seminary, begins his ministry as Senior Pastor on July 1, 2013. The Congregation looks ahead with […]
Read more2011 | Celebrating 70 Years of Ministry
Since 1941, young people have served as acolytes in worship through the Order of Saint John, providing life, energy, and leadership to our worship experience. The Order of St. John […]
Read more2010 | Healing Gift Free Clinic
On February 25, Kountze Memorial opens a free health clinic staffed by volunteers for the purpose of providing much needed medical care to the surrounding community. Its mission is to […]
Read more2008 | Abundantly Blessed
Kountze Memorial Lutheran Church, with close to 2,100 members, celebrates 150 years of worship and fellowship with one another, growth in faith, and service to the community. KMLC is the […]
Read more2005 | Food Pantry
For over two decades, the Food Pantry at Kountze Memorial, which had its beginnings in a little closet, has grown into a well-built weekly operation, with over 70 volunteers serving […]
Read more1999 | Neighborhood Gathering
The congregation holds the first Neighborhood Gathering, inviting those in the surrounding community to the church for fun, food, and fellowship.
Read more1998 | Rev. Carlos Schneider
Born in Brazil to missionary parents, Rev. Schneider (1998-2012), a graduate of Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, becomes the 14th Senior Pastor. During his ministry, a nearly $10 million building […]
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