Faith in General, St. Paul Blue Point Lutheran in Particular Historical Presentation Topic

The Effingham County Museum will begin a series of historical presentations for 2019-2020 Thursday evening. 

A major part of the County's history is the story of the faith community. That story is drawn from the experiences of the numerous church congregations found throughout the area. The first program for the new season will focus on the role of religion as part of local culture. Linda Schmidt will draw from the culture of St. Paul Blue Point Lutheran Church, located north of Altamont. Schmidt will describe the 150-year history of the congregation established when families from northeastern Germany settled and began farming the soil in the Blue Point area. The congregation was organized in 1865, then adopted a constitution in 1869. 

The church family declares "God's Word is Our Great Heritage." The congregation has observed various events throughout its sesquicentennial year.

Thursday's program and the lecture season is sponsored by the Effingham County Cultural Center and Museum Association. There is no admission charge.