Rev. Hilmer – Pistol-packing, Peace-making, Painting Pastor

Today is a travel day for me as I head back to Altenburg. Thus, I cannot spend the time necessary to write a new story. Instead, I am going to resurrect this post which was first published on this day in 2017. It tells the tale of a man who spent some time as a Pocahontas pastor. In addition … More Rev. Hilmer – Pistol-packing, Peace-making, Painting Pastor

New Year’s Nuptials

Christ Lutheran Church in Jacob, Illinois was the location of a wedding ceremony on New Year’s Day in 1895.  The two who were getting married were originally from Altenburg, Missouri.  One was from Immanuel Lutheran Church, and the other was from Trinity Lutheran Church.  The groom was Martin Groh, son of Carl and Sophia (Bier) … More New Year’s Nuptials