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“For as long as I remember, Dilworth Lutheran was a place where I feel I belong. I feel comfortable and safe here.”

“My faith has helped ground me, and it’s also given me wisdom to face uncertain situations. It’s important to generously serve others without losing yourself. I’m reminded that I need to think about God not just when I’m sad, but to connect with Him to do the right things.”

“By serving, I have found that in the giving I have also received. As I work for the church, I have also received many gifts of faith and friendship.”

Despite the constant moves, Irene thrived in an environment that was new: new jobs, new people, new cultures, new living situations and new cats. When asked, “Where were you the happiest?” Irene replied, “Be happy where you are at!”

“What I love most is the way so many people get involved. People love this church, and they continue to inspire me to become more involved. There is something here for everyone.”

“My family’s move to Dilworth could have been a lonely and difficult transition. Instead, I found a family at Dilworth Lutheran Church.”

“I’ve found that I need God front and center in my life. When I’m not connecting to God, the rest of my life isn’t the same.”

“We are so grateful to be a part of this congregation. God is working here.”

As she grew so did the church. The program had become larger, more involved, and more welcoming!

“The pandemic makes it more difficult to get to know people,” they reflected. “But the worshipping community has given us a sense of home. We feel grounded here. We love having a good mix of old and young in our new faith community and enjoy both our traditional and contemporary worship services.”