English Lutheran Church

The English Lutheran Church is not a specific entity described in the provided information, which instead often references the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). However, one local congregation known as English Lutheran Church is mentioned in La Crosse, Wisconsin, but it does not appear to be a national organization. Below is information on a local congregation by that name.

Local English Lutheran Church

English Lutheran Church, located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, has a rich local history. It held its first service on Trinity Sunday in June 1898, with seven charter members. Over the years, it moved through several locations, settling into its current building on 16th and King Streets in 1991[2].

History and Development

• Founding and Early Years: The church was established with a small group of charter members, marking its beginning on Trinity Sunday, June 5, 1898.
• Growth and Locations: It has worshipped at three different buildings, with its current location being at 16th and King Streets since 1991.
• Community Impact: The congregation has grown significantly over the years and currently has more than 1,200 baptized members.

Mission and Affiliations

While specific national or international affiliations of this local English Lutheran Church are not detailed, it likely aligns with broader Lutheran practices and affiliations, potentially being part of larger synods or the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) given its name and location. However, specific details on its national or international network are not provided in the available sources.

Notable Events

• Leadership: Notable past events include the election of Stefan Guttormsson as the first bishop of the La Crosse Area Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America in 1987.
• Tragedy: The church experienced a tragic loss with the death of Reverend Harold Stoffel and his wife Bertha in an auto accident in 1961[2].

[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evangelical_Lutheran_Church_in_America [2] https://www.englishlutheran.org/our-history.html [3] https://www.britannica.com/topic/Evangelical-Lutheran-Church-in-America [4] https://englishlutheranchurch.com/a-brief-history-of-the-els/ [5] https://www.elca.org/faith/ecumenical-and-inter-religious-relations/full-communion/history