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    • About Us
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    • Facilities
    • History (1927-1990)
    • History (1991-2020)
    • Recent History
    • Contact Us
  • Calendar
  • Activities
    • Groups and Events
    • Children
    • Youth and Confirmation
    • Volunteer
  • Ministries
    • Worship
    • Music
    • Baptisms and Weddings
    • Funerals and Columbarium
    • Prayer Chain
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About Knife River Lutheran Church

Encounter God's love and grace in our welcoming community, where all are accepted and valued. Knife River Lutheran Church (KRLC) is a member of the NE Minnesota Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA). 

The Congregation

Our Beliefs

At KRLC, we believe in the Holy Trinity, the divinity of Jesus Christ, and the authority of the Bible. We also believe in the power of prayer and the importance of living out our faith in our daily lives to support those less fortunate than ourselves and work for justice and peace.

Our Mission

KRLC is committed to serving our community and sharing the love of Christ. We believe that everyone is welcome in our church, and we strive to create a safe and caring space for all people.

Our Ministries

Worship services are designed to help you connect with God and grow in faith. We offer a variety of worship experiences. 

Pastor Susan Berge

Join us in worship and fellowship as we grow in our faith and serve our community. We are led by Pastor Susan Berge who has been serving here since 1991. In addition to leading worship and preaching she works with church committees, provides pastoral care, shares her musical talent, and much more! 

Staff

HANNAH WEISHAAR

CAROL OJARD CARLSON

CAROL OJARD CARLSON

Hannah serves as the Church Custodian. We have her to thank for how beautiful the church always seems to look, no matter how busy it gets.

CAROL OJARD CARLSON

CAROL OJARD CARLSON

CAROL OJARD CARLSON

Carol has served as the church organist, pianist and music director for decades. Her faithfulness and musical talent continue to set the tone for worship on most Sundays.

Key Contacts

MELANIE McMILLION

MELANIE McMILLION

MELANIE McMILLION

Melanie serves as the volunteer administrative assistant.

ED LEE

MELANIE McMILLION

MELANIE McMILLION

ED serves as the church Treasurer, in charge of financial decisions and directions. 

MICHAEL DENT

MELANIE McMILLION

MICHAEL DENT

Michael serves as the church Bookkeeper, completing .detailed transactions such as expense reimbursements, weekly offerings, payroll, paying invoices and counting our pennies. 

JOANIE LEE

PATTI STODDARD

MICHAEL DENT

Joanie is our church Librarian, organizing and maintaining our books, videos and other collections. 

LINDA GRONG

PATTI STODDARD

PATTI STODDARD

Linda coordinates articles and publishes our monthly newsletter.  She also uses her Master Gardener skills to lead the group caring for our Memorial Garden.

PATTI STODDARD

PATTI STODDARD

PATTI STODDARD

Patti  organizes and directs (and often accompanies) the JOYFUL choir. She is a professional choral director and provides inspiring  leadership to our vocalists.

Church Council

The church Council oversees all aspects of church administration. It establishes policies to promote the spiritual well-being of church members and the ongoing mission of the church. President Helene Hedlund, Secretary Kay Bloom and Treasurer Ed Lee.

President Helene Hedlund

 Helene Hedland serves as Council President.

Committees & Groups

Worship

Building and Property

Building and Property

The worship committee guides the conduct of worship. It attempts to utilize the gifts of the congregation in preaching, music, technology and design to facilitate meaningful worship each week. Pat Meyer leads the Worship Committee.

Building and Property

Building and Property

Building and Property

The Building and Property Committee is charged with the upkeep and maintenance of the physical facilities of the church to make it safe, sound and accessible for all.  It also oversees the grounds of the church and it's structure. The Columbarium, Garden and church building fall under its jurisdiction.   Co-led by Scott Jasperson & Bjorn Ojard.

Stewardship

Building and Property

Stewardship

The Stewardship Committee oversees the budget, led by church Vice-President David Grong. The Treasurer and bookkeeper work to handle and report on income and expenses. Church members have shown tremendous generosity and support for church ministries. An Audit Committee examines the books annually to insure financial integrity.

Endowment

Christian Education

Stewardship

The Endowment Committee administers a designated fund that promotes the outreach mission of the church. Phil Berge leads the committee. Only the interest on its investments can be spent. It supports young people and special projects (as approved by council). 

Christian Education

Christian Education

Christian Education

The Christian Education Committee defines and implements the youth program for the church. Lawrence Burhart has led the committee for many years. 

Altar Guild

Christian Education

Christian Education

The Altar Guild works within the context of the Worship Committee, and is co-led by Delores Jackson and Mary VonGertz. They keep our worship space beautifully decorated with flowers, banners, lit candles, and liturgical colors. They also set up the elements for Communion and healing services.

W/ELCA

Men's Group

Men's Group

W/ELCA serves the fundamental mission of the church through various outreach, social and service initiatives run, and self-funded, by the women of the church. Note: There are many more women than those pictured here who are active. We are active in monthly Bible study, purchasing items for the kitchen, serving funerals and weddings, sending get well cards and flowers and reaching out to members of the community in need. Linda Grong leads W/ELCA.

Men's Group

Men's Group

Men's Group

The men's group supports the church through fellowship, activities and they take on projects to make our spaces safer and more comfortable.  Ed Lee leads the men's group.

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