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Geeseytown
Lutheran Church |
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Pastor Elizabeth Hess |
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Martin Luther was born on November 10, 1483, in Eisleben in the province of Saxony. He was raised in Mansfeld, where his father worked as a miner. He studied at Magdeburg and Eisenach before attending the University of Erfurt to study law at his father's urging. Less than a year later, Martin Luther abandoned the law to enter the Augustinian monastery. By 1512 he had earned his doctorate in theology and became professor of biblical literature at Wittenberg University. In 1517 Martin Luther wrote and posted a list of 95 theses which caused great controversy throughout Germany. (This theses was the beginning of Protestant religion. See Birth of the Lutheran Church) Because of this list and Martin Luther's refusal to recant what he had written, Martin Luther was made an outlaw. In 1525 Martin Luther married former nun, Katharina von Bora. This further emphasized his rejection of monasticism and celibacy for clergy. For the rest of his life, Martin Luther worked on writing, preaching, and organizing the reformed church. Martin Luther died on February 18, 1546, at his birthplace, Eisleben. Information taken from Compton's Reference Collection 1996 The Protestant Reformation began in Germany in 1517. This reformation was initiated by Martin Luther's list of 95 theses. The largest issue with the Catholic Church was how mankind receives salvation. In the doctrine of justification by faith Luther stated that in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, God was able to absolve mankind from the penalty of disobedience and to declare mankind righteous. Because this was testified to in the Bible, the Bible became the source for belief.
The Lutheran Church works on a three year lectionary cycle. Every Sunday there are scripture passages read from the Old Testament, the Epistles in the New Testament, and the Gospel. Every three years the same scriptures are read. This cycle is designed to try to include most of the Bible within a three year period. It also allows for growth when scriptures are revisited every three years. This system also encourages fellowship as congregations around the country know that on Sunday morning they are united with each other through the scriptures for that Sunday. |
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Pastor Hess is a 1997 graduate of Gettysburg Seminary. She grew up outside of Washington DC, but enjoys this area for it's outdoor recreation. She enjoys riding her motorcycle, riding her horse, hunting, and fishing. She also plays for a local woman's softball team. Pastor Hess is involved with Habitat for Humanity and serves as the hospice chaplain for Nason Hospital.
Both Young Adults and Older Adults are welcome. The class has studied the Book of Revelation, the Book of Ruth, the Book of Hebrews, advent traditions, and Christmas traditions. All are welcome to join in the discussions and learning. Remember, Jesus not only preached the word, but he also taught. Questions regarding Adult Bible Study can be e-mailed to Geeseytown1@aol.com, or attend Sunday School at 9:30 am or Church Services at 10:45 am.
All youths Grade Seven through Twelve are welcome. Youth Group is a small group that is very active in serving the Lord. They take part in church services, collect magazines to distribute to a local hospital, sponsorship of an annual Christmas party for the younger children of the congregation, collection for several local charities. Youth Group has also painted a basketball court along with other outside games in the parking lot. Youth Group also takes part in many activities, such as: biking the rails-to-trails, cook-outs in the summer, lock-ins, and youth gatherings at the Ramada Inn. Some of the youth fund-raisers include: Selling Sunflower brand dishcloths for $1.00 each (dishcloths are sold year round in a large variety of colors). Questions regarding Youth Group can be e-mailed to Geeseytown1@aol.com, or attend Sunday School at 9:30 am or Church Services at 10:45 am.
All children from Kindergarten to Sixth Grade are welcome. Kid's Club meets Friday evenings from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. Our Kid's Club group has many factors. When the children arrive, there is an opening procedure. The children sit down to a simple dinner. After the opening and the dinner, there is a lesson to learn concepts of the bible. Occasionally movies play a part in the lessons. The children also enjoy singing songs and doing crafts at the Kid's Club meetings. Questions regarding Kid's Club can be e-mailed to Geeseytown1@aol.com, or attend Sunday School at 9:30 am or Church Services at 10:45 am. |
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Sunday School begins at 9:30 am. All groups meet together for a brief opening before breaking off into smaller sections. All groups have lessons regarding bible stories, God, and Jesus.
Communion is forgiveness of sins. Our church participates in communion every Sunday. |
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About Geeseytown Lutheran Church Geeseytown Lutheran Church was founded on the 19th of August in 1883. The cornerstone of the new church was laid by Pastor Ryder, with Revs. W. W. Criley and J. W. Henderson assisting. Worship services were first held in the lower room a year later on August 17, 1884, by Rev. E. B. Killinger. Sunday School was also conducted on that day. The constitution of the church was adopted on November 22, 1884, and articles of incorporation of the Geeseytown Evangelical Lutheran Church were granted by the Blair County Court on January 12, 1885. Geeseytown Lutheran Church has been worshipping God ever since. |
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