Wright Christian Reformed Church - 125 year celebration

The Wright Christian Reformed Church in rural Kanawha has been home to many souls in Wright and Hancock counties over its 125 years. On Sunday, June 26, the church celebrated those years and the changes that have happened—from the days of German immigrants who helped start the church, to expanding the building, sponsoring the Kanawha Christian School, and missions work. More than 140 people each attended the church’s morning and afternoon anniversary services, during which the congregation celebrated the church’s history with singing and special speakers.

Of the seven living pastors of the church, six were able to come back: Earl Dykema, Frank Einfeld, Harold Westra, Bill Brouwers, Chuck Walton and Daniel Lindley. Leonard Hoffman, at over 90 years old, was unable to make it, but sent a letter full of reminiscences about his time there.

Current Pastor Jason Semans, new to the church as of June 19, said it was exciting to come just before the anniversary. “That’s not an honor you usually get as a pastor, to see your predecessors,” Semans said. “I really like having that kind of backdrop, not just getting to know the church, but the people, the story of the church. It’s a fantastic kind of experience.”

 

For the full story, see the June 30 edition of the Monitor.

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