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A Family of Faith

Christ-Centered

Pray for Healing

We call on all of our brothers and sisters to affirm and uphold one of the key tenets of the Moravian basis of faith that “We oppose any discrimination in our midst because of race or standing, and we regard it as a commandment of the Lord to bear public witness to this and to demonstrate by word and deed that we are brothers and sisters in Christ.” (Ground of the Unity).

Mark 9:49-50 – Everyone will be salted with fire. “Salt is good, but if it loses its saltiness, how can you make it salty again? Have salt among yourselves, and be at peace with each other.”

We are all the salt; the people of God need to engage in the world. Do not lose your “saltiness!” Our nation needs healing that only Jesus can bring. Be on your knees in prayer for unity in the church and changed hearts in our land.

Here are some ideas for how to help:
https://www.moravian.org/bcm/2020/06/08/anti-racism-resources/
https://urbanventures.org/

How We Got Here

160 years ago Moravian families from Germany, Hopedale PA, and German-speaking areas in Ohio migrated to Carver County. There was land here, work and opportunity, and the desire to build community for spiritual care, religious instruction, mission and outreach. After a few years, these folks requested that the Moravian Church provide a resident pastor and were sent Brother Martin Erdmann, an American Bible Society minister, to support and encourage these Moravians and their neighbors in their faith. On January 1, 1858, the Chaska congregation was organized, with Br. Erdmann establishing preaching stations in members’ homes, at Zoar, Lake Auburn (Laketown), Shakopee, Henderson, and Bongard’s. The fellowships at Zoar and Lake Auburn were able to continue as congregations. With much help from Br. Henry Gerdsen and a donation of land by John Holtmeier in 1863, the folks at Lake Auburn built a log church on the spot now occupied by the Cemetery. 15 years later, the congregation laid a cornerstone, raised, and dedicated a new brick building on November 17, 1878.

Getting Involved

During the Stay-at-Home order in Minnesota, we will have Bible study and confirmation classes through Zoom. Please call Rick at the church office for more information on Zoom passcodes.

Donate to our church here: https://mmfa.info/moravian-church-of-lake-auburn-donation-form/

These are a few of the causes and agencies that are close to our hearts. We hope you’ll take some time to learn more about them, and consider offering volunteer and/or financial support.

So What's A Moravian?

  • A Family of Faith
    We are a bible-believing, people-oriented church, sharing opportunities to worship, learn, serve, and have fun together.
  • Older than the Internet
    The Moravian Church dates back to 1457 and Lake Auburn has been here since 1858.
  • “Glocal”
    We are a small, hometown church with a worldwide reach, caring for our neighbors both near and far.
  • Christ-Centered
    We are believers, friends, followers, students and servants of Jesus Christ.