Welcome to Cross and Crown Lutheran Church.

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In the early centuries of Christianity, people developed feasts to remember and honor Christian martyrs. The first officially recorded All Saints' Day was held in May of 609 AD, and about a century later, the pope declared that November 1st would be the date of recognition for saints in Rome. Eventually, the worldwide Church recognized November 1st as the observance for all the saints, probably incorporating the Celtic festival Samhain which was celebrated around the same time. The evening before All Saints' Day is now known as All Hallows' Eve or Halloween. In our culture, this evening is celebrated in communities and families, but less so in churches. However, we in the church still do commemorate All Saints' Day. We remember all of the people who have gone before us, and who are now departed from this physical world. They have joined the Great Cloud of Witnesses, also known as the Church Triumphant. Even though those historical facts are interesting, they may seem cold and impersonal. But chances are you have lost at least one loved one to death. As Christians, we remember the promise of the resurrection, and believe that your loved ones are well and safe in Christ. You might miss them physically, but at the same time they are still here with you in spirit. Please come to church this Sunday as together we will remember the saints. We will say a special prayer of Thanksgiving for Darleen Nelsen, Joseph Ford, Tom Ramsey, and your personal loved ones. Together we will thank God for all of the saints. I look forward to seeing you then. 

God's Peace,  

Pastor Stephanie  

office@crossandcrownlutheran.org