History of Milwaukie Lutheran Church

Formation and Affiliation

The Milwaukie Lutheran Church of Milwaukie Oregon was formed on February 10, 1946 and became a part of the Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELC).  In 1960, Milwaukie Lutheran became part of the American Lutheran Church (ALC) and in 1987 joined the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). 

Facilities

The first church building was erected in 1948 with the first service in the building held on Easter Sunday, March 28. There were 320 in attendance.  This building was located across from Milwaukie High School in downtown Milwaukie.  The building served the congregation from 1948 to 1963 when the congregation outgrew the original building.

Our present siite was purchased at 3810 SE Lake Road.  The first worship service here was held on August 25, 1963.  Following the completion of the Educational Unit, Fellowship Hall and Church offices, work began on the sanctuary itself.  On June 19, 1966, the present church sanctuary was dedicated. 

In 2003, the congregation voted to purchase the “Corner Property”, a house that is situated between the church and Lake Road.  The Youth and Family Director and his family currently reside in this home.

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