The Icelandic Canadian - 01.09.2003, Page 2

First Lutheran Church, Winnipeg
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We honour the memory of those who established our strong
roots. Our life and work as a congregation today are like the
branches of a mighty tree, one that shelters and protects, grow-
ing toward a future of joyful faith.
The congregation was founded in 1878 by Icelandic immi-
grants to Winnipeg and the first pastor, Jon Biarnason, was
called in 1 884. For years "Fyrsta Luterska Kirkja" was one of the
key worshipping centres for Icelandic-Canadians. Today we are
home to people from all backgrounds. Pastor Michael Kurtz
invites you to worship with us every Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
125th ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND
OCTOBER 17-19, 2003
• October 17: Music Recital, Eric & Kerrine Wilson.
• October 1 8: Gala Banquet and Dance,
Ramada Marlborough Skyview Ballroom.
• October 19, 10:30 a.m. Celebration Worship Service,
followed by lunch and open house.
Ongoing: the 125th Anniversary Fund
Our goal is to raise $1 25,000 for an extraordinary support and
outreach program. 50% refurbishes our 1913 church home,
25% goes to the needy at home and abroad,
25% supports the ministries of the wider Lutheran Church.
JOIN US! For more information:
First Lutheran Church, 580 Victor Street Wpg., MB R3G 1 R2
204-772-7444 www.mts.net/~flcwin
A member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada
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