“We wanted to do something different,” says pastor Rick Klawitter.
The church set up a special catch and release “trout pond,” where the children could try their luck. The fish weren’t very cooperative, Klawitter says, but everyone had a great time.
The more adventuresome had the opportunity to take part in a hot-air balloon lift off. People also admired antique cars and horse buggies like those that members once rode to Sunday morning services. Children especially enjoyed riding in a two-wheel buggy.
Also celebrating its 125th anniversary in October was First Covenant Church in Cadillac, Michigan. Covenant Vice President Donn Engebretson spoke at a banquet on October 8. Richard Lucco, superintendent of the Great Lakes Conference spoke at the October 9 morning worship service. 
Monroe Covenant Church in Everett, Washington, celebrated its centennial anniversary throughout the month. On different weekends, the church held a variety show, a Swedish pancake breakfast, an open house, and a banquet with entertainment. Mark Novak, superintendent of the Pacific Northwest Conference spoke at the October 23 worship service.
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