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March 5, 2008

Kinda makes you want to skip Presbytery meetings, doesn't it?

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"It is our tradition to recognize and all elders, deacons and clergy in the Presbytery of Northern Waters who have died in the past year at one of our Presbytery Meetings."

I've been to meetings so boring that I thought I was going to die, but not literally!

We get this letter every year for the annual Necrology Report and every year it makes me laugh. I've mentioned a few times that they may want to change the wording, but I'm kinda glad they don't.

Now, I'm sharing it with the world.

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February 13, 2007

First Presbyterian Church of Two Harbors, 1906

The third and present building was finished in 1906 and was built from red sandstone from quarries across Lake Superior to Two Harbors, Minnesota from Port Wing, Wisconsin. The approximate cost of the building was $15,000.

In 1969 the local congregations of the First Presbyterian Church and the United Methodist Church merged to form the United Church of Two Harbors and have continued to worship in this building until this day.

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First Presbyterian Church of Two Harbors, 1898

This second building for the First Presbyterian Church of Two Harbors, Minnesota was built in 1898, remodeled in 1900, and torn down when the new stone building was made in 1906.

If you have information about this building or this time period please leave a comment.

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First Presbyterian Church of Two Harbors, 1888

This was the first church building in Two Harbors, Minnesota and was built in 1888. This structure stood until 1898 when it was replaced by a new building. It was 24 feet by 45 feet and was built at the cost of $1200.

If you would like to share any information on this period of the church please leave a comment.

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January 24, 2007

Writing Retreat

I just returned from 3 days away at Presbyterian Clearwater Forest where I stayed at their new Hermitage. I was working on my Lenten sermon series and had planned on working ahead on Easter and beyond, but I didn't get that far.

Too bad. I guess I'll have to go back. What a pity.

For those not familiar with Clearwater Forest, it is a lovely secluded area just south of Deerwood, Minnesota. The staff there is friendly and very helpful. And best of all use of the Hermitage is free to clergy of any denomination.

The Hermitage that they just finished refurbishing this past summer is a wonderful space for solo retreats. As you can see from the pictures on the right it is clean and cozy. There is no plumbing, but it does have a small food prep area with minifridge, hot plate, microwave, toaster, and coffee maker.

There is a bath house a short walk away and there is an outhouse even closer. And of course there are lots of trails when I was in need of a break.

Sometimes people ask me what we get out of supporting our denominations. Well, this is one tangible benefit.

As a side note and something to look forward to, some of the staff of Clearwater Forest will be helping lead worship at United Church on February 4th for Camp Sunday. Before and after worship the camp staff will be available to talk about what is going on at Clearwater and what is happening in preparation for the summer program. Their summer schedule, upcoming retreats, and directions on how to get there are all available on their website. On-line registration for summer camp begins February 1.







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