Oak Grove Lutheran Church Fall Festival and 140th Aniversary Celebration

Oak Grove Lutheran Church

Established in 1873 Oak Grove



Lutheran Church, Harkins Mill Road, New Sewickley Township, is
celebrating its 140th anniversary in 2013.  
Oak Grove Lutheran Church stands in the valley of Brush Creek, about
midway between Freedom andZelienople and sits in a section of Beaver
County next to Cranberry Township that was settled as early as 1820 by hardy pioneer families,
mostly of German descent. The early history of this congregation is the story of an effort, long continued, to have the services of the Lutheran
Church held in the English language.  Among the early steps to this end
were the services held in Bonzo's schoolhouse about, a mile from the
present place of worship. Through the persevering efforts of the
members, a frame building was erected and dedicated during the pastorate
of Mr. Kunkleman in 1874, thus crowning the strivings of ten to fifteen
years. The present church building was erected in 1905 where the
congregation has worshiped and maintained a presence in the Brush Creek
Valley for almost a century and a half. Today the church continues to
be a beacon of hope and love and a place where all are welcome.



The congregation is holding a FALL FEST to celebrate its 140th
Anniversary on Saturday, September 21st. Come and help us celebrate. 
Dinners, activities for the kids, vendors and OGLC's history will be on
display.