It’s always a great day when we have the opportunity to share our immigration stories, our LCMS faith, our food culture, and our “sense of place” with our patrons. We hosted 50 people who were on an American Queen cruise boat tour today. Our wonderful relationship with Shore Excursions of America made this experience possible. … More I’ve Got Sunshine on a Cloudy Day
If you have spent much time with me, you have heard me say, “Everything from neurosurgery to belly dancing is about relationships.” One of my best pals is a neurosurgeon, and I’ve always thought that belly dancing was cool, but I have never seen this type of dancing from my personal experience. I finally met … More Joyous is the Price
I remember that there were times when my mother would sign her name as Mrs. Richard H. Schmidt. I’m sure that in this day and age, women would really frown on such a signature in which a woman basically takes on the identity of her husband. Today, I ran across a tombstone which does the … More An Entertaining Tombstone
Ella Dukay Taubel came to an visit yesterday at the Lutheran Heritage Center with her three lovely and brilliant daughters. I snapped this photograph when she had pulled up to our entryway exhibit with her handy dandy walker-with-a-bench. Ella was reading the German Bible we have in the display. Ella was born in Belgrade, Yugoslavia, … More Ella Dukay Taubel
On September 19, 1954, students at St. Paul’s Lutheran School in Indianapolis, Indiana lost one of their teachers. Teacher Arnold Mueller died of a heart attack at the age of 59. He is notable to us here in Perry County because he was born in Wittenberg on December 21, 1894. I find quite a few … More Indy Educators
I need to preface today’s blog by stating that what I write today is definitely done with tongue in cheek. It is not meant to stir up anger, but to inspire a few chuckles. However, anytime the topic involves the St. Louis Cardinals and the Chicago Cubs, there is potential for upset feelings. It is … More The Lutheran Curse
A great servant of God, and our dear friend, Rev. Vernon Gundermann has entered eternity with God. Pastor Gundermann’s life reminds me of Isaiah 6:8, “I heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?’ And I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Many of you know my … More Here I Am, Lord
Our little fair in the Mississippi River hills is a sight to behold. For many decades the region has gathered to celebrate harvest, livestock, reunions with loved ones, as well as the joy of a nice cold beer and “Jack salmon.” My first sign that the East Perry County Community Fair is approaching are the … More A Fair Among Fairs
As director, I try to consistently express my thankfulness for all of the people and efforts required to keep this incredible site moving forward. However, sometimes I’m so busy being “present” in the moment that I forget to reflect on the gifts that are showered upon us on a typical day at the Lutheran Heritage … More With a Grateful Heart
Today we find out what happens when an orphan’s son marries a teacher’s daughter. On September 13, 1892, Martin Ernst Burroughs was born. Martin was the son of Frank and Maria (Schmidt) Burroughs. Frank and his brothers and sister have an interesting story. If you are like me, you look at a name like Burroughs … More An Orphan’s Son, A Teacher’s Daughter
