The Relocation of Sola Fide Lutheran Church Lawrenceville, Georgia

Abstract

Benjamin Zahn’s paper documents the relocation of Sola Fide Lutheran Church from Scenic Highway to Webb Gin House Road in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Founded in 1977, the congregation experienced rapid growth, prompting multiple building projects. By the mid-1990s, the church was landlocked and unable to expand further. After exploring various options—including land purchases, facility remodeling, and daughtering a new congregation—Sola Fide purchased 22 acres and relocated in 2000. The paper details the planning process, challenges (financial strain, facility limitations, fluctuating school enrollment), and blessings (increased space, outreach potential, renewed mission focus). Zahn emphasizes the importance of keeping the church’s mission central, involving the congregation in planning, and remaining flexible. The study concludes with practical insights for other congregations considering relocation, highlighting the need for vision, patience, and trust in God’s guidance.

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