Congratulations, Pastor Kevin!
Celebrating the 45th anniversary of Pastor Kevin's ordination
On September 21, Pastor Kevin celebrated the 45th anniversary of his ordination as a Lutheran minister. The congregation celebrated Pastor Kevin on Sunday, September 24th following service. We are blessed to have Pastor Kevin at St. John Lutheran Church, Ocean City.
Pastor Kevin at his 1979 ordination ceremony
The Reverend Kevin Hilgendorf was ordained at Grace Lutheran Church in Perth Amboy, New Jersey in 1979. Pastor Kevin is in the center of the photo. On his right is the Rev. Jack Elstad and on his left the Rev Jack Slotterback.
In the hymn #546 Evangelical Lutheran Worship " To Be Your Presence " the fourth verse states,"We are your heart, O Christ, your hands and voice, to serve your people is our call and choice, and in this mission we, the church, rejoice, alleluia!"
Congratulations, Pastor Kevin. We are blessed to have you serving our congregation!
2022 Synod Assembly
View the 2023 Synod Assembly Lead with Love
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2024-2025 Bishop's Challenge
2024-2025 Bishop's Challenge
This year’s Bishop’s Challenge asks all NJ congregations to engage with the care of creation by forming a team or small group and choosing at least one new action that focuses on environmental sustainability.