The Early History of St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Congregation, East Troy, Wisconsin

Abstract

This essay traces the formative years of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Congregation in East Troy, Wisconsin, from its origins in 1874 as St. John's congregation through its reorganization in 1880 and subsequent development. It details pastoral leadership transitions, the congregation’s affiliations with neighboring churches, and its eventual independence in 1906. Highlights include the acquisition and transformation of a former Congregational church building, the construction of a parsonage in 1895, and the dedication of a new brick church in 1903. The essay also recounts mission festivals, financial undertakings, and the congregation’s spiritual and physical growth over its first 25 years. Through historical records and personal accounts, Amborn illustrates the enduring faith and resilience of the East Troy Lutheran community. —Abstract prepared by Microsoft Copilot (GPT-4)