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Program for Dedication of Founders Hall - Sept. 9, 1979

The complete service program for the Dedication of Founders Hall was included in this collection because it contains important information about the history and the participants of this milestone addition to St. Luke's campus in 1979. The new combination gymnasium/auditorium space allowed the church and the school to expand their programs and ministries in new and exciting ways, just as the explosion in the population of the surrounding communities began to have a profound effect on the growth of membership and school enrollment.
Program for Dedication of Founders Hall - Sept. 9, 1979

The complete service program for the Dedication of Founders Hall was included in this collection because it contains important information about the history and the participants of this milestone addition to St. Luke's campus in 1979. The new combination gymnasium/auditorium space allowed the church and the school to expand their programs and ministries in new and exciting ways, just as the explosion in the population of the surrounding communities began to have a profound effect on the growth of membership and school enrollment.
Program for Dedication of Founders Hall - Sept. 9, 1979

The complete service program for the Dedication of Founders Hall was included in this collection because it contains important information about the history and the participants of this milestone addition to St. Luke's campus in 1979. The new combination gymnasium/auditorium space allowed the church and the school to expand their programs and ministries in new and exciting ways, just as the explosion in the population of the surrounding communities began to have a profound effect on the growth of membership and school enrollment.
Program for Dedication of Founders Hall - Sept. 9, 1979

The complete service program for the Dedication of Founders Hall was included in this collection because it contains important information about the history and the participants of this milestone addition to St. Luke's campus in 1979. The new combination gymnasium/auditorium space allowed the church and the school to expand their programs and ministries in new and exciting ways, just as the explosion in the population of the surrounding communities began to have a profound effect on the growth of membership and school enrollment.
Program for Dedication of Founders Hall - Sept. 9, 1979

The complete service program for the Dedication of Founders Hall was included in this collection because it contains important information about the history and the participants of this milestone addition to St. Luke's campus in 1979. The new combination gymnasium/auditorium space allowed the church and the school to expand their programs and ministries in new and exciting ways, just as the explosion in the population of the surrounding communities began to have a profound effect on the growth of membership and school enrollment.
Program Page For Celebration of the 50th Anniversary Service, May 27, 1962

The program for the Golden Anniversary Services (8:30 am and 10:30am) on Sunday, May 27, 1962 at St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Slavia, Florida. Names of officiants and musicians are listed on this page.; Scan from church publication: "Fifty Years of Grace and Mercy 1912-1962."
Prospective Slavia Settlers: checking the ground, c. 1911

Men visit from Ohio and check the ground in area that became Slavia. 1911. Left to right: 1. George Breha, 2. driver, unidentified, 3. John Spanur, 4. D.W. Currie, 5. John Pankuch, 6. George Galla, 7. Michael Dinda, Sr. Sepia mounted photo (Courtesy: David Jakubcin) scanned, 2001, SLLS, for church's 90th anniversary display.
Prospective Slavia Settlers: checking the ground, c. 1911

Men visit from Ohio and check the ground in area that became Slavia. 1911. Left to right: 1. George Breha, 2. driver, unidentified, 3. John Spanur, 4. D.W. Currie, 5. John Pankuch, 6. George Galla, 7. Michael Dinda, Sr. Sepia mounted photo (Courtesy: David Jakubcin) scanned, 2001, SLLS, for church's 90th anniversary display.
Prospective Slavia Settlers: checking the ground, c. 1911

Men visit from Ohio and check the ground in area that became Slavia. 1911. Left to right: 1. George Breha, 2. driver, unidentified, 3. John Spanur, 4. D.W. Currie, 5. John Pankuch, 6. George Galla, 7. Michael Dinda, Sr. Sepia mounted photo (Courtesy: David Jakubcin) scanned, 2001, SLLS, for church's 90th anniversary display.
PTA Officers, 1954-55, St. Luke's Christian Day School

Officers of the Parent-Teacher Association, St. Luke's Christian Day School, 1954-55. Left to right: Paul Tesinsky, Andy Duda, Jr., Emmeline Best.
PTL Meeting- St. Luke's Christian Day School c. 1955

A meeting of the St. Luke's Parent-Teacher League. Seated at the officers' table are Andrew Duda, Jr. and Emmeline Best. The meeting was held in the auditorium of St. Luke's Christian Day School. c. 1955
Quit Claim from Orange Land Co granting 1/2 acre to St. Luke's, 1949

Quit claim from Orange Land Company granting ownership of 1/2 acre of land to St. Lukes. Portion of Section 20. Township 21 South, Range 31 East. January 26, 1949. Original documents (both sides) scanned at SLLC on Epson 10000XL, October, 2012.
Railroad through the "Slavia jungle:" Then and Now, 1949

When land agents and prospective investors in the purchase of land by the Slavia Colony Co. posed for a 1911 photo (looking southward, toward Winter Park) on the railroad tracks near the current intersection of SR 426, they could not have envisioned a time...a century later... when those tracks would be replaced by a paved hiking-biking trail, running parallel to a busy four-lane divided highway. In a 2015 digital image taken from approximately the same vantage point as the historic photo, Lukas Nursery is on the right with the Slavia Road intersection behind the photographer.
Railroad through the "Slavia jungle:" Then and Now, 2015

When land agents and prospective investors in the purchase of land by the Slavia Colony Co. posed for a 1911 photo (looking southward, toward Winter Park) on the railroad tracks near the current intersection of SR 426, they could not have envisioned a time...a century later... when those tracks would be replaced by a paved hiking-biking trail, running parallel to a busy four-lane divided highway. In a 2015 digital image taken from approximately the same vantage point as the historic photo, Lukas Nursery is on the right with the Slavia Road intersection behind the photographer.
Rear Door of 1939 Brick Church. Pastor Tuhy, Organist and Ushers Prepare to Enter, c. 1940

Pastor S.M. Tuhy consults with organist, Olga Jakubcin, and ushers, Andrew Jakubcin, Jr. (left) and Charles Blake outside the rear (SE) door of the 1939 brick church before entering the sanctuary for the worship service. c. 1940. 5x7 B&W snapshot, scanned on Epson10000XL at SLLC, 2011.
Rear of Parsonage and South Entrance to Church. 1991

A view of the east side (rear) of the church office (former parsonage) and south entrance of the 1957 church as the property appeared in 1991, before demolition of the transepts for the new construction project.
Rear View of The Original 1939 Brick Church, c. 1940

This view of the 1939 brick church (c. 1940), taken from NE of the building shows the two exterior/rear doors which were used by the pastor and other officiants to enter the building either through the vestry or sacristy (small enclosed areas built on either side of the altar area). 2x4" sepia snapshot, scanned on Epson1000XL, at SLLC, 2011.
Rebekah Tuhy, Daughter of Pastor Tuhy, c. 1939

Toddler, Rebekah Tuhy, oldest daughter of Pastor Stephen and Olga Tuhy, enjoys the lilies growing outside the parsonage. c. 1939. Snapshot (Courtesy: Judy Duda) scanned at SLLS, 2001 for archival collection.
Recognition of military service by Daniel Lukas, a member of St. Luke's, c. 1945

Image of a certificate of recognition awarded to Daniel V. Lukas for his "loyal military service to God and country" during World War II. c. 1945 Rev. Stephen M. Tuhy signed the certificate on behalf of "St. Luke's Slovak Evangelical Lutheran Church, Slavia, Florida." It is likely that a few other young men of the congregation received similar recognition. 8x10 B&W print, scanned on Epson 10000XL at SLLC, August, 2011.
Recognition of military service by Daniel Lukas, a member of St. Luke's, c. 1945

Image of a certificate of recognition awarded to Daniel V. Lukas for his "loyal military service to God and country" during World War II. c. 1945 Rev. Stephen M. Tuhy signed the certificate on behalf of "St. Luke's Slovak Evangelical Lutheran Church, Slavia, Florida." It is likely that a few other young men of the congregation received similar recognition. 8x10 B&W print, scanned on Epson 10000XL at SLLC, August, 2011.
Record From Official Church Ledger: Confirmands, May 19, 1940

This page from the official ledger kept by Rev. Stephen M. Tuhy is a record of the confirmands in the first Confirmation Class and ceremony in the new brick church. May 19, 1940. Note that the records were still kept in the Slovak language at this point in the history of the congregation. Copy of page from an official ledger, preserved in the vault of St. Luke's Lutheran Church. Scanned on Epson 10000XL at SLLC, 2011.
Recording Equipment For St. Luke's Radio Ministry, c. 1960

Recording and duplication equipment used for broadcasting the Sunday worship services of St. Luke's Lutheran Church throughout Central Florida via the church's Radio Ministry. The early broadcasts (1952 on WTTR AM in Sanford) were "live." After several years, it was deemed more efficient and economical to record the programs and physically deliver the tapes to the various stations which sponsored the weekly broadcasts over the next several years, or to transmit them through the telephone lines during some of that era.
Reformation Event ("Truth Triumphant") at John Courier Memorial Field, Oviedo. Oct. 22, 1967

Charlie Beasley (left) portrays Emperor Charles V, flanked by his aide (Tim Colbert), in the live pageant sponsored by St. Luke's to commemorate the 450th anniversary of the Reformation at John Courier Memorial Field in Oviedo on Sunday, Oct. 22, 1967.
Reformation Festival, 2004. Rev. Gary Schuschke portrays Martin Luther

For the worship service in October, 2004, commemorating the protestant Reformation, Rev. Gary Schuschke assumed the character of Dr. Martin Luther and provided a dramatic retelling of the historical events. Later, Pastor Schuschke posed,in costume, before the stained glass window depicting Martin Luther in St.Luke's Chapel.
Reformation Festival, 2004. Rev. Gary Schuschke portrays Martin Luther

For the worship service in October, 2004, commemorating the protestant Reformation, Rev. Gary Schuschke assumed the character of Dr. Martin Luther and provided a dramatic retelling of the historical events. Later, Pastor Schuschke posed,in costume, before the stained glass window depicting Martin Luther in St.Luke's Chapel.
Reformer, Dr. Martin Luther (As Portrayed By Steven R. Sidlik) Nails Up the 95 Theses, October 22, 1967

Steven R. Sidlik, in the character of Martin Luther, nails the 95 Theses to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, in a recreation of this famous event for the celebration of the 450th Anniversary of the Reformation. The living pageant, "Truth Triumphant," was presented on Sunday evening, October 22, 1967 at the John Courier Memorial Field in Oviedo. A cast of over 85 members of St. Luke's Lutheran Church performed for an audience of about 900.
Renderings and model of proposed new church facility. March 8, 1992

On March 8, 1992, the congregation was invited to view a large architectural rendering (painting) of the proposed church facility, as well as a three-dimensional table-top model of that same structure. In a special meeting of the church voters called in December, 1990, the congregation had agreed to proceed with the building of a new facility. More than a year passed before the members were to see the architectural rendering and model. Contractors' bids for construction, however, were much higher than expected and many revisions (most significantly: the lowering of ceiling as shown in the model and also the decision to use stucco, rather than brick for exterior walls) were made before the congregation signed contracts for the construction of the final architectural version for the facility.
Renderings and model of proposed new church facility. March 8, 1992

On March 8, 1992, the congregation was invited to view a large architectural rendering (painting) of the proposed church facility, as well as a three-dimensional table-top model of that same structure. In a special meeting of the church voters called in December, 1990, the congregation had agreed to proceed with the building of a new facility. More than a year passed before the members were to see the architectural rendering and model. Contractors' bids for construction, however, were much higher than expected and many revisions (most significantly: the lowering of ceiling as shown in the model and also the decision to use stucco, rather than brick for exterior walls) were made before the congregation signed contracts for the construction of the final architectural version for the facility.
Renderings and model of proposed new church facility. March 8, 1992

On March 8, 1992, the congregation was invited to view a large architectural rendering (painting) of the proposed church facility, as well as a three-dimensional table-top model of that same structure. In a special meeting of the church voters called in December, 1990, the congregation had agreed to proceed with the building of a new facility. More than a year passed before the members were to see the architectural rendering and model. Contractors' bids for construction, however, were much higher than expected and many revisions (most significantly: the lowering of ceiling as shown in the model and also the decision to use stucco, rather than brick for exterior walls) were made before the congregation signed contracts for the construction of the final architectural version for the facility.
Renderings and model of proposed new church facility. March 8, 1992

On March 8, 1992, the congregation was invited to view a large architectural rendering (painting) of the proposed church facility, as well as a three-dimensional table-top model of that same structure. In a special meeting of the church voters called in December, 1990, the congregation had agreed to proceed with the building of a new facility. More than a year passed before the members were to see the architectural rendering and model. Contractors' bids for construction, however, were much higher than expected and many revisions (most significantly: the lowering of ceiling as shown in the model and also the decision to use stucco, rather than brick for exterior walls) were made before the congregation signed contracts for the construction of the final architectural version for the facility.
Residents of the original Old Folks' Home, c.1950

The original residents of the Lutheran Haven Old Folks' Home (aka: "Home for the Aged") gather near the front porch of the facility, c. 1950, and appear to be enjoying the Florida weather. None of the residents are identifiable. But standing near the center, in dark dress with white dots. is Deaconess Marie Hartos, who served as the supervisor for both the Old Folks' and Children's Homes in their earliest years. "Aunt Marie" had been trained and experienced in her work at the Lutheran Institute for the Deaf in Detroit, MI, before assuming this important role at the Lutheran Haven.
Residents of the original Old Folks' Home, c.1950; Deaconess Marie Hartos

The original residents of the Lutheran Haven Old Folks' Home (aka: "Home for the Aged") gather near the front porch of the facility, c. 1950, and appear to be enjoying the Florida weather. None of the residents are identifiable. But standing near the center, in dark dress with white dots. is Deaconess Marie Hartos, who served as the supervisor for both the Old Folks' and Children's Homes in their earliest years. "Aunt Marie" had been trained and experienced in her work at the Lutheran Institute for the Deaf in Detroit, MI, before assuming this important role at the Lutheran Haven.
Rev. and Mrs. Stephen Tuhy on steps of parsonage, c. 1937

Rev. Stephen and Mrs. Olga Tuhy are seated on the porch steps of the parsonage built for the young couple by St. Luke's congregation. c.1937. Snapshot (Courtesy: Elaine Lavender) was scanned, 2001 at SLLS for 90th anniversary display. Image also appeared in Oviedo Voice, 11/14/93.
Rev. and Mrs. Stephen Tuhy on steps of parsonage, c. 1937

Rev. Stephen and Mrs. Olga Tuhy are seated on the porch steps of the parsonage built for the young couple by St. Luke's congregation. c.1937. Snapshot (Courtesy: Elaine Lavender) was scanned, 2001 at SLLS for 90th anniversary display. Image also appeared in Oviedo Voice, 11/14/93.
Rev. and Mrs. Stephen Tuhy on steps of parsonage, c. 1937

Rev. Stephen and Mrs. Olga Tuhy are seated on the porch steps of the parsonage built for the young couple by St. Luke's congregation. c.1937. Snapshot (Courtesy: Elaine Lavender) was scanned, 2001 at SLLS for 90th anniversary display. Image also appeared in Oviedo Voice, 11/14/93.
Rev. Carl Toelke, St. Luke's Pastoral Team member c.1980

Rev. Carl H. Toelke joined the newly-developed Pastoral Team in 1978 to assist Pastor John Kucharik with his work in serving the needs of the growing congregation. Pastor Toelke and his wife, Josephine, were retired and living at the Lutheran Haven when he was called to assist with preaching and counseling at St. Luke's for the next several years. He was born in Parma, OH in 1911 and passed away in FL on October 23, 1987. His widow, Josephine, remained at their home at the Lutheran Haven until her own death in 1994. Both are buried in St. Luke's Cemetery, Slavia, FL.
Rev. Carl Toelke, St. Luke's Pastoral Team member c.1980

Rev. Carl H. Toelke joined the newly-developed Pastoral Team in 1978 to assist Pastor John Kucharik with his work in serving the needs of the growing congregation. Pastor Toelke and his wife, Josephine, were retired and living at the Lutheran Haven when he was called to assist with preaching and counseling at St. Luke's for the next several years. He was born in Parma, OH in 1911 and passed away in FL on October 23, 1987. His widow, Josephine, remained at their home at the Lutheran Haven until her own death in 1994. Both are buried in St. Luke's Cemetery, Slavia, FL.
Rev. Daniel Estok, member of St. Luke's Team Ministry, 1977-1982

Rev. Daniel Estok (b. 9/10/1923 - d. 6/12/2007) served as one member of the Team Ministry, assisting St. Luke's senior pastor, John Kucharik,from 1977-1982 and also served as Visitation Pastor for St. Luke's from 1993-2001. After serving for many years as a parish pastor in IL, MO and CT, Rev. Estok was called to serve as Executive Director of the Lutheran Haven in Slavia in 1976. He fulfilled the responsibilities of that position while concurrently serving in various roles at St. Luke's Lutheran Church (and in interim roles at various other Central FL congregations). He and his wife, Eleanor, were residents of the Lutheran Haven community during his final years.; Small reprint of colored portrait and reprint of article and photo from Lutheran Haven Herald, Vol. 30, no. 1, November, 1999. Plus, one 8x10 B and W reprint and 5x7 color reprint.
Rev. Daniel Estok, member of St. Luke's Team Ministry, 1977-1982

Rev. Daniel Estok (b. 9/10/1923 - d. 6/12/2007) served as one member of the Team Ministry, assisting St. Luke's senior pastor, John Kucharik,from 1977-1982 and also served as Visitation Pastor for St. Luke's from 1993-2001. After serving for many years as a parish pastor in IL, MO and CT, Rev. Estok was called to serve as Executive Director of the Lutheran Haven in Slavia in 1976. He fulfilled the responsibilities of that position while concurrently serving in various roles at St. Luke's Lutheran Church (and in interim roles at various other Central FL congregations). He and his wife, Eleanor, were residents of the Lutheran Haven community during his final years.; Small reprint of colored portrait and reprint of article and photo from Lutheran Haven Herald, Vol. 30, no. 1, November, 1999. Plus, one 8x10 B and W reprint and 5x7 color reprint.
Rev. Daniel Estok, member of St. Luke's Team Ministry, 1977-1982

Rev. Daniel Estok (b. 9/10/1923 - d. 6/12/2007) served as one member of the Team Ministry, assisting St. Luke's senior pastor, John Kucharik,from 1977-1982 and also served as Visitation Pastor for St. Luke's from 1993-2001. After serving for many years as a parish pastor in IL, MO and CT, Rev. Estok was called to serve as Executive Director of the Lutheran Haven in Slavia in 1976. He fulfilled the responsibilities of that position while concurrently serving in various roles at St. Luke's Lutheran Church (and in interim roles at various other Central FL congregations). He and his wife, Eleanor, were residents of the Lutheran Haven community during his final years.; Small reprint of colored portrait and reprint of article and photo from Lutheran Haven Herald, Vol. 30, no. 1, November, 1999. Plus, one 8x10 B and W reprint and 5x7 color reprint.
Rev. Daniel Estok, member of St. Luke's Team Ministry, 1977-1982

Rev. Daniel Estok (b. 9/10/1923 - d. 6/12/2007) served as one member of the Team Ministry, assisting St. Luke's senior pastor, John Kucharik,from 1977-1982 and also served as Visitation Pastor for St. Luke's from 1993-2001. After serving for many years as a parish pastor in IL, MO and CT, Rev. Estok was called to serve as Executive Director of the Lutheran Haven in Slavia in 1976. He fulfilled the responsibilities of that position while concurrently serving in various roles at St. Luke's Lutheran Church (and in interim roles at various other Central FL congregations). He and his wife, Eleanor, were residents of the Lutheran Haven community during his final years.; Small reprint of colored portrait and reprint of article and photo from Lutheran Haven Herald, Vol. 30, no. 1, November, 1999. Plus, one 8x10 B and W reprint and 5x7 color reprint.
Rev. E.J. Rossow'S Installation at St. Luke'S, March 14, 1982. Guest Pastors With Honoree

Guest pastors and officiants pose with the honoree following the Installation of Rev. E. J. Rossow. March 14, 1982 as Pastor of St. Luke's Lutheran Church.. Left to right: 1. George Plvan 2.John Kucharik 3. Herbert Goerss 4. Carl Toelke 5. Albert Marcis 6.E.J. Rossow 7. Daniel Estok 8, unidentified 9. Albert Galen 10. Paul Foust.
Rev. Joseph Dinda, Son of Michael Dinda, Sr.

Rev. Joseph Dinda, son of Michael Dinda, Sr. The Dindas were one of the founding families of the Slavia community and of St. Luke's Church. Rev. Dinda's photo was included among those of other church workers, known as "spiritual sons" of Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church, OH, when that congregation's Centennial booklet was produced in 1992; Scan from "100 Years of God's Grace," commemorative booklet produced by Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Parma, OH, 1992.
Rev. Kucharik Makes a Pastoral Call. c. 1970

Rev. John Kucharik makes a pastoral visit to an unidentified member of St. Luke's congregation. c. 1970
Rev. Leopold A. Jarosi, Holy Trinity, Cleveland, Ohio

A photo of Rev Leopold A. Jarosi, who served as pastor of Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church in Cleveland during the period (1909-12) some of his immigrant parishioners decided to create a settlement in Florida. Pastor Jarosi was a mentor and advisor to the Slavia settlers and often traveled to FL to assist them until the little congregation was able to call a pastor of its own in 1934. Pastor Jarosi was able to celebrate St. Luke's 50th anniversary with his old friends in 1962 and was honored at the Golden Anniversary services and program.; Scan from "100 years if God's Grace," a commemorative booklet produced by Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Parma, Ohio, in 1992.
Rev. Paul Stanko

Rev. Paul Stanko, a relative of Martin Stanko, one of the founders of Slavia and St. Luke's Church, in a photo which appeared in the Centennial booklet produced by Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, OH, 1992. Rev. Stanko was listed as one of the "spiritual sons" of that congregation (originally in Cleveland). His connection with St. Luke's remained strong since one of his brothers and several of his sisters and their families became members of St. Luke's and the Slavia community as time went on. In 1957, Rev. Stanko was invited to serve as an officiant and speaker at the dedication of St. Luke's newly remodeled and expanded sanctuary on May 5th. Scan from "100 Years of God's Grace," commemorative booklet produced by Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Parma, OH, 1992.
Rev. Stephen M. Tuhy in pulpit. 1959 and 1962

Rev. Stephen M. Tuhy preaches from the pulpit of St. Luke's Lutheran Church. One image was taken on April 26, 1959 (for the celebration of his 25th year in the pastoral ministry, the other, in 1962, for the commemoration of the congregation's 50th Jubilee anniversary. The church had been enlarged by elongating the nave and adding two transepts (wings) in 1957. Pastor Tuhy's sermons were carried on the radio (580 am) each Sunday morning. The carved pulpit from which he preached was created in 1957 and was moved to the chancel of a new, larger sanctuary dedicated in 1993.
Rev. Stephen M. Tuhy in pulpit. 1959 and 1962

Rev. Stephen M. Tuhy preaches from the pulpit of St. Luke's Lutheran Church. One image was taken on April 26, 1959 (for the celebration of his 25th year in the pastoral ministry, the other, in 1962, for the commemoration of the congregation's 50th Jubilee anniversary. The church had been enlarged by elongating the nave and adding two transepts (wings) in 1957. Pastor Tuhy's sermons were carried on the radio (580 am) each Sunday morning. The carved pulpit from which he preached was created in 1957 and was moved to the chancel of a new, larger sanctuary dedicated in 1993.
Rev. Stephen M. Tuhy in pulpit. 1959 and 1962

Rev. Stephen M. Tuhy preaches from the pulpit of St. Luke's Lutheran Church. One image was taken on April 26, 1959 (for the celebration of his 25th year in the pastoral ministry, the other, in 1962, for the commemoration of the congregation's 50th Jubilee anniversary. The church had been enlarged by elongating the nave and adding two transepts (wings) in 1957. Pastor Tuhy's sermons were carried on the radio (580 am) each Sunday morning. The carved pulpit from which he preached was created in 1957 and was moved to the chancel of a new, larger sanctuary dedicated in 1993.
Rev. Stephen M. Tuhy-portait, c.1934

A portrait of Rev. Stephen M. Tuhy appeared in an article in the Slovak language, church publication, "Svedok" in 1934. Scan of page from 1934 issue of "Svedok" provided by Concordia Historical Institute, St. Louis, MO. From the archives of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.

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