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Herbert Hoover's visit

A black and white image of a large group of people awaiting the arrival of President Herbert Hoover to the Bethune-Cookman University campus. On the right side of the image stands White Hall, with a brick edifice and a columned entrance. ...

Katie Mikler's School Diploma - 1926 - Oviedo School

An image of the diploma earned in 1926 by Katherine (Katie) Mikler at Oviedo School. Katie arrived in Slavia at the age of 1 and by the time she was 9 years old, was baking the bread for her large family and by 13 was responsible for all...

Riles family.

Black-and-white photograph of the Riles family on a horse-drawn carriage in Windermere (Fla.). Text on back of photograph: "Suzi Riles 1889-1972, Mother-Martha Ann 1864-1923, Father-James Madison Riles 1856-1941."

Equipment in McLeod Hospital

A black and white image of medical equipment inside McLeod hospital on Bethune-Cookman University campus. The hospital equipment consists of three large silver canisters which are hooked up to a series of pipes. The canisters are sitting...

Equipment in McLeod Hospital

A black and white image of medical equipment inside McLeod hospital on Bethune-Cookman University campus. The hospital equipment consists of three large silver canisters which are hooked up to a series of pipes. The canisters are sitting...

Aerial Views and other maps of Slavia 2013-2015

Various aerial views and roadmaps showing St. Luke's property, the Lutheran Haven and surrounding areas, from 2013-2015

Aerial Views and other maps of Slavia 2013-2015

Various aerial views and roadmaps showing St. Luke's property, the Lutheran Haven and surrounding areas, from 2013-2015

Church and community signage-2015

Photos taken in 2015 show the most recent signage... a digital display of events... on the church property and a road sign marking the unincorporated community of Slavia on 426, about a half mile south of St. Luke's

Church and community signage-2015

Photos taken in 2015 show the most recent signage... a digital display of events... on the church property and a road sign marking the unincorporated community of Slavia on 426, about a half mile south of St. Luke's

The Michael Mikler Family Home: Then and Now, 2015

A digital image, taken in 2015, shows that the home built by Michael Mikler for his family (shown gathered on the porch in 1924 for a confirmation celebration) is still quite recognizable today.

The Joseph Mikler, Sr. Family Home: Then and Now, 2015

In a historic photo of what is said to be the first complete home erected in Slavia, the Joseph Mikler family is shown. in 1924, celebrating the confirmation of daughter, Katie, one of St. Luke's first confirmands. Almost a century later...

Original Duda Family house and farm: Then and Now, 2015

A view of the Duda Family's first wooden farmhouse and barn on Mikler Road and one of their first celery crops (c. 1927) forms a stark contrast with a 2015 digital image taken from approximately the same vantage point. Today the original...

Lutheran Haven site: Then and Now, 2015

The Lutheran Haven's first "Home for the Aged" and a "Home for Children" were built and dedicated in 1947 on contiguous acreage south of St. Luke's Lutheran Church and extending to Chapman Road. A photo from that time shows the two...

Chapman Road/426 Intersection: Then and Now, 2015

By the late 1960s, Chapman Road had been paved and the Lutheran Haven Retirement Center had begun to grow. But the traffic was light and only a single stop sign was needed at the road's intersection with the (still two-laned) SR 426. A...

The Paul Lukas, Sr. Family Home: Then and Now, 2015

Paul Lukas, Sr., created sand blocks "one by one" until, at last, he had stockpiled enough to build a home for his growing family in Slavia in the early 1920s. Mr. Lukas would be justifiably proud to know that his handiwork has survived...

Lukas Family Barn: Then and Now, 2015

The Lukas Family erected a barn (c. 1915-20) in which they could live while Paul Lukas, Sr. created enough sand blocks to build a proper house several years later. The barn still stands on the original Lukas homestead. A digital image...

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...

St. Luke's original "turpentine shack church:" Then and Now, 2015

A 2015 digital image shows the original "turpentine shack" church (restored to its original size and moved back to the cemetery property in the 1990s). This structure is now used for small funerals in the cemetery and is a treasured...

St. Luke's Cemetery: Then and Now, 2015

A historic 1939 photo, with flowers heaped on the new grave site of Michael Mikler, shows a small corner of St. Luke's cemetery, with only two other tombstones standing at that time. These were the graves of 12 year old Johnny Mikler and...

Slavia Gas Station: Then and Now, 2015

The general store built by Martin Stanko near the current intersection of SR426 and Slavia Road in 1926 served as the only commercial entity for the little community. Residents of Oviedo, too, patronized the little store, where they could...

Slavia, Fla. Depot: Then and Now, 2015

St. Luke's School Auditorium: Then and Now, 2015

An important feature of the first permanent school built by St. Luke's in 1947 was an auditorium. The stage was used for many plays produced by members of the congregation, as well as for school performances. The open space was used for...

St. Luke's Chapel: Then and Now, 2015

A digital photograph of the main entrance to the St. Luke's Chapel taken in 2015, contrasted with the same entrance in a photograph of the wedding of Mr. & Mrs. Joseph B. Mikler in 1939.

St. Luke's 1939 Church and Parsonage: Then and Now, 2015

A digital photograph taken in 2015 from approximately the same angle as a historic photo from 1939. The earlier photo shows the church parsonage adjacent to the small brick church. The parsonage was later used for church office space and...

St. Luke's Chapel Interior: Then and Now, 2015

Digital image taken of the interior of St. Luke's Chapel in 2015, in contrast to an historic photograph of the same space when the newly-built brick church was the primary worship space for the congregation in 1939.

Corporate Headquarters, A. Duda & Sons, Inc.: Then and Now, 2015

In the early 1940s, A Duda & Sons shipped produce directly from its farms in Slavia via railroad. A spur line led from the main tracks adjacent to SR426 to DUDA's packing house, as is depicted in this historic image. A digital image taken...

Duda farmland on Mikler Road: Then and Now, 2015

Small outbuildings visible on two vistas of Duda celery fields on the original Mikler Road farms in the 1940s made it possible for a descendant of Andrew Duda, Sr. to locate the approximate spot from which those photos were taken. A 2015...

Slavia, from Homesteads to "Home Depot": Then and Now, 2015

When the representatives and land agents for a group of Slovak immigrants in Ohio explored possible Central Florida sites in 1911 and recommended the area which became known as Slavia Colony, no one could possibly have foretold that the...

Slavia, from Homesteads to "Home Depot": Then and Now, 2015

When the representatives and land agents for a group of Slovak immigrants in Ohio explored possible Central Florida sites in 1911 and recommended the area which became known as Slavia Colony, no one could possibly have foretold that the...

The Klimek Home on 426 in Slavia: Then and Now, 2015

Two photographs of the residence of the Adam Klimek Family, c.1923-24, appeared in an earlier history of St. Luke's: "Like a Mustard Seed: The Slavia Settlement" by Dr. Paul Wehr. The house faces SR426, near the intersection of Slavia...

The Intersection of Slavia Road and SR426 (Aloma): Then and Now, 2015

Images of the intersection of Slavia Road (once named Redbug Road) and SR426 (Aloma Ave.) taken in 2015 show a thriving business (Lukas Nursery) on the southwest corner. A traffic light is needed to monitor the flow of hundreds of vehicles...

The Intersection of Slavia Road and SR426 (Aloma): Then and Now, 2015

Images of the intersection of Slavia Road (once named Redbug Road) and SR426 (Aloma Ave.) taken in 2015 show a thriving business (Lukas Nursery) on the southwest corner. A traffic light is needed to monitor the flow of hundreds of vehicles...

Aerial Views and other maps of Slavia 2013-2015

Various aerial views and roadmaps showing St. Luke's property, the Lutheran Haven and surrounding areas, from 2013-2015

Aerial Views and other maps of Slavia 2013-2015

Various aerial views and roadmaps showing St. Luke's property, the Lutheran Haven and surrounding areas, from 2013-2015

Aerial Views and other maps of Slavia 2013-2015

Various aerial views and roadmaps showing St. Luke's property, the Lutheran Haven and surrounding areas, from 2013-2015

Aerial Views and other maps of Slavia 2013-2015

Various aerial views and roadmaps showing St. Luke's property, the Lutheran Haven and surrounding areas, from 2013-2015

Aerial Views and other maps of Slavia 2013-2015

Various aerial views and roadmaps showing St. Luke's property, the Lutheran Haven and surrounding areas, from 2013-2015

Aerial Views and other maps of Slavia 2013-2015

Various aerial views and roadmaps showing St. Luke's property, the Lutheran Haven and surrounding areas, from 2013-2015

Andrew Jakubcin, Jr., Infant Photo, 1913

A photo of Andrew Jakubcin, Jr. (son of founding members, Andrew Jakubcin, Sr. and wife, Barbara). Photo was taken in Illinois, 1913. Andrew, Jr. married Emily Jakubcin and passed away in 1954. His son, Andrew John was born that same year...

St. Luke's Pastors and Church Staff, Christmas, 2013

As a token of their appreciation to the many volunteers who assist in the ministries of St. Luke's Lutheran Church, the Pastors and members of the church staff established two collective gifts and sent those donations to the Redeeming Life...

St. Luke's Pastors and Church Staff, Christmas, 2013

As a token of their appreciation to the many volunteers who assist in the ministries of St. Luke's Lutheran Church, the Pastors and members of the church staff established two collective gifts and sent those donations to the Redeeming Life...

The wedding of Brandon Dodd to Megan Duda, May 26, 2012

The wedding of Brandon Dodd to Megan Kathleen Duda in St. Luke's sanctuary on May 26, 2012. The bride is the great-great-granddaughter of Andrew Duda, Sr. and Katarina Duda. One hundred years after Andrew arrived in FL and became a charter...

The wedding of Brandon Dodd to Megan Duda, May 26, 2012

The wedding of Brandon Dodd to Megan Kathleen Duda in St. Luke's sanctuary on May 26, 2012. The bride is the great-great-granddaughter of Andrew Duda, Sr. and Katarina Duda. One hundred years after Andrew arrived in FL and became a charter...

St. Luke's first book of "minutes" of church meetings: 1912-1931

Views of the Cover, title page and first entries in the ledger of meeting minutes kept from the organization of St. Luke's congregation in 1912 until 1915. After a 'silent period' in recording congregational activities in print, the ledger...

St. Luke's first book of "minutes" of church meetings: 1912-1931

Views of the Cover, title page and first entries in the ledger of meeting minutes kept from the organization of St. Luke's congregation in 1912 until 1915. After a 'silent period' in recording congregational activities in print, the ledger...

West Entrance to Chapel of St. Luke's Lutheran Church 2012

Image of the west entrance to the Chapel of St. Luke's Lutheran Church, taken in 2012 by visiting Chicago pastor, Rev. Luther Bajus, who was attending a convention of the SELC District at St. Luke's. Of note is the fact that Pastor Bajus...

Families enjoy Centennial Celebration events 2012

Images chosen for use in "Like a Mustard Seed: A Century of Faith" to depict some of the celebrations during St. Luke's Centennial Year. The Henning Family is shown with one of the tree seedling given to families at the March-2012...

Families enjoy Centennial Celebration events 2012

Images chosen for use in "Like a Mustard Seed: A Century of Faith" to depict some of the celebrations during St. Luke's Centennial Year. The Henning Family is shown with one of the tree seedling given to families at the March-2012...

Families enjoy Centennial Celebration events 2012

Images chosen for use in "Like a Mustard Seed: A Century of Faith" to depict some of the celebrations during St. Luke's Centennial Year. The Henning Family is shown with one of the tree seedling given to families at the March-2012...

Lutheran Haven Leadership, 1953-2012

The Lutheran Haven ministries grew exponentially during the 65 years from its founding in 1946. In 1953, the Haven engaged its first full time Executive Director: Dr. Andrew Daniel, who served for two years. During ensuing years, the...

Lutheran Haven Leadership, 1953-2012

The Lutheran Haven ministries grew exponentially during the 65 years from its founding in 1946. In 1953, the Haven engaged its first full time Executive Director: Dr. Andrew Daniel, who served for two years. During ensuing years, the...

Lutheran Haven Leadership, 1953-2012

The Lutheran Haven ministries grew exponentially during the 65 years from its founding in 1946. In 1953, the Haven engaged its first full time Executive Director: Dr. Andrew Daniel, who served for two years. During ensuing years, the...

Lutheran Haven Leadership, 1953-2012

The Lutheran Haven ministries grew exponentially during the 65 years from its founding in 1946. In 1953, the Haven engaged its first full time Executive Director: Dr. Andrew Daniel, who served for two years. During ensuing years, the...

Lutheran Haven Leadership, 1953-2012

The Lutheran Haven ministries grew exponentially during the 65 years from its founding in 1946. In 1953, the Haven engaged its first full time Executive Director: Dr. Andrew Daniel, who served for two years. During ensuing years, the...

Lutheran Haven Leadership, 1953-2012

The Lutheran Haven ministries grew exponentially during the 65 years from its founding in 1946. In 1953, the Haven engaged its first full time Executive Director: Dr. Andrew Daniel, who served for two years. During ensuing years, the...

Lutheran Haven Leadership, 1953-2012

The Lutheran Haven ministries grew exponentially during the 65 years from its founding in 1946. In 1953, the Haven engaged its first full time Executive Director: Dr. Andrew Daniel, who served for two years. During ensuing years, the...

Lutheran Haven Leadership, 1953-2012

The Lutheran Haven ministries grew exponentially during the 65 years from its founding in 1946. In 1953, the Haven engaged its first full time Executive Director: Dr. Andrew Daniel, who served for two years. During ensuing years, the...

Orange Grove in Winter Park, March 28, 1911, visited by Slavia investors

Three potential investors (unidentified) in Slavia Land Co. visit an orange grove in Winter Park on March 28, 1911, before inspecting the land destined to become Slavia Colony on the same trip, a few days later. 4x6 sepia print...

Orange Grove in Winter Park, March 28, 1911, visited by Slavia investors

Three potential investors (unidentified) in Slavia Land Co. visit an orange grove in Winter Park on March 28, 1911, before inspecting the land destined to become Slavia Colony on the same trip, a few days later. 4x6 sepia print...

Jaroslav Duda, Jr. With His Wife, Eva, and Her Father. Slovakia, 2010

Jaroslav Duda, Jr. (right), grand-nephew of Andrew Duda, Sr. on the day of his daughter Petra's wedding to Samuel Michaelek in Piestany, Slovakia. October, 2010. With 'Jerry' is his wife, Eva, and her father, Mr. Mrazik.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2009-10

Various mages, scanned from OLA's yearbooks (Shield) depicting the range of athletics in which the students were engaged and the spirit with which they participated even in the final years of the existence of the school.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2009-10

Various mages, scanned from OLA's yearbooks (Shield) depicting the range of athletics in which the students were engaged and the spirit with which they participated even in the final years of the existence of the school.

Luther HS Graduates 1978-2009

Pages 140-141 of the 2010 edition of "Shield," the last yearbook published by Orlando Lutheran Academy (formerly known as Orlando Luther or Luther High School). On this centerfold the names of the 731 graduates of the school from 1978...

Luther HS Graduates 1978-2009

Pages 140-141 of the 2010 edition of "Shield," the last yearbook published by Orlando Lutheran Academy (formerly known as Orlando Luther or Luther High School). On this centerfold the names of the 731 graduates of the school from 1978...

The 33rd (Final) Commencement of Orlando Lutheran Academy

The program for the 33rd and final commencement exercises for Orlando Lutheran Academy (aka Luther HS/Orlando Luther) in 2010 lists the names of 42 graduates. Several of those students were members of St. Luke's and/or had also graduated...

The 33rd (Final) Commencement of Orlando Lutheran Academy

The program for the 33rd and final commencement exercises for Orlando Lutheran Academy (aka Luther HS/Orlando Luther) in 2010 lists the names of 42 graduates. Several of those students were members of St. Luke's and/or had also graduated...

The Lutheran high school- emanations

During its existence on the Econlockhatchee Trail property from 1985-2010, the Lutheran high school serving the Orlando area was renamed twice and expanded to include middle school, as well as high school grades. Images scanned from...

The Lutheran high school- emanations

During its existence on the Econlockhatchee Trail property from 1985-2010, the Lutheran high school serving the Orlando area was renamed twice and expanded to include middle school, as well as high school grades. Images scanned from...

Student life at OLA 2009-10

Orlando Lutheran Academy graduated its final class of 42 students in May, 2010. Five of the graduates were members of St. Luke's: Kiersten Bronson, Jeff Knutson, Cecelia Lukas, Christina Russell and John Ruszkowski. Images scanned from...

Student life at OLA 2009-10

Orlando Lutheran Academy graduated its final class of 42 students in May, 2010. Five of the graduates were members of St. Luke's: Kiersten Bronson, Jeff Knutson, Cecelia Lukas, Christina Russell and John Ruszkowski. Images scanned from the...

Staff of St. Luke's Lutheran Church and School 2009-10

More than 60 professional workers and support staff members of St. Luke's Lutheran Church and School for the academic year 2009-10 are pictured in pages from the annual church/school directory for that year.

Staff of St. Luke's Lutheran Church and School 2009-10

More than 60 professional workers and support staff members of St. Luke's Lutheran Church and School for the academic year 2009-10 are pictured in pages from the annual church/school directory for that year.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2009-10

Various mages, scanned from OLA's yearbooks (Shield) depicting the range of athletics in which the students were engaged and the spirit with which they participated even in the final years of the existence of the school.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2009-10

Various mages, scanned from OLA's yearbooks (Shield) depicting the range of athletics in which the students were engaged and the spirit with which they participated even in the final years of the existence of the school.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2009-10

Various mages, scanned from OLA's yearbooks (Shield) depicting the range of athletics in which the students were engaged and the spirit with which they participated even in the final years of the existence of the school.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2009-10

Various mages, scanned from OLA's yearbooks (Shield) depicting the range of athletics in which the students were engaged and the spirit with which they participated even in the final years of the existence of the school.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2009-10

Various mages, scanned from OLA's yearbooks (Shield) depicting the range of athletics in which the students were engaged and the spirit with which they participated even in the final years of the existence of the school.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2009-10

Various mages, scanned from OLA's yearbooks (Shield) depicting the range of athletics in which the students were engaged and the spirit with which they participated even in the final years of the existence of the school.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2009-10

Various mages, scanned from OLA's yearbooks (Shield) depicting the range of athletics in which the students were engaged and the spirit with which they participated even in the final years of the existence of the school.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2009-10

Various mages, scanned from OLA's yearbooks (Shield) depicting the range of athletics in which the students were engaged and the spirit with which they participated even in the final years of the existence of the school.

The 33rd (Final) Commencement of Orlando Lutheran Academy

The program for the 33rd and final commencement exercises for Orlando Lutheran Academy (aka Luther HS/Orlando Luther) in 2010 lists the names of 42 graduates. Several of those students were members of St. Luke's and/or had also graduated...

The 33rd (Final) Commencement of Orlando Lutheran Academy

The program for the 33rd and final commencement exercises for Orlando Lutheran Academy (aka Luther HS/Orlando Luther) in 2010 lists the names of 42 graduates. Several of those students were members of St. Luke's and/or had also graduated...

The 33rd (Final) Commencement of Orlando Lutheran Academy

The program for the 33rd and final commencement exercises for Orlando Lutheran Academy (aka Luther HS/Orlando Luther) in 2010 lists the names of 42 graduates. Several of those students were members of St. Luke's and/or had also graduated...

The 33rd (Final) Commencement of Orlando Lutheran Academy

The program for the 33rd and final commencement exercises for Orlando Lutheran Academy (aka Luther HS/Orlando Luther) in 2010 lists the names of 42 graduates. Several of those students were members of St. Luke's and/or had also graduated...

The 33rd (Final) Commencement of Orlando Lutheran Academy

The program for the 33rd and final commencement exercises for Orlando Lutheran Academy (aka Luther HS/Orlando Luther) in 2010 lists the names of 42 graduates. Several of those students were members of St. Luke's and/or had also graduated...

The 33rd (Final) Commencement of Orlando Lutheran Academy

The program for the 33rd and final commencement exercises for Orlando Lutheran Academy (aka Luther HS/Orlando Luther) in 2010 lists the names of 42 graduates. Several of those students were members of St. Luke's and/or had also graduated...

The 33rd (Final) Commencement of Orlando Lutheran Academy

The program for the 33rd and final commencement exercises for Orlando Lutheran Academy (aka Luther HS/Orlando Luther) in 2010 lists the names of 42 graduates. Several of those students were members of St. Luke's and/or had also graduated...

The Lutheran high school- emanations

During its existence on the Econlockhatchee Trail property from 1985-2010, the Lutheran high school serving the Orlando area was renamed twice and expanded to include middle school, as well as high school grades. Images scanned from...

The Lutheran high school- emanations

During its existence on the Econlockhatchee Trail property from 1985-2010, the Lutheran high school serving the Orlando area was renamed twice and expanded to include middle school, as well as high school grades. Images scanned from...

Student life at OLA 2009-10

Orlando Lutheran Academy graduated its final class of 42 students in May, 2010. Five of the graduates were members of St. Luke's: Kiersten Bronson, Jeff Knutson, Cecelia Lukas, Christina Russell and John Ruszkowski. Images scanned from...

Student life at OLA 2009-10

Orlando Lutheran Academy graduated its final class of 42 students in May, 2010. Five of the graduates were members of St. Luke's: Kiersten Bronson, Jeff Knutson, Cecelia Lukas, Christina Russell and John Ruszkowski. Images scanned from...

Student life at OLA 2009-10

Orlando Lutheran Academy graduated its final class of 42 students in May, 2010. Five of the graduates were members of St. Luke's: Kiersten Bronson, Jeff Knutson, Cecelia Lukas, Christina Russell and John Ruszkowski. Images scanned from...

Student life at OLA 2009-10

Orlando Lutheran Academy graduated its final class of 42 students in May, 2010. Five of the graduates were members of St. Luke's: Kiersten Bronson, Jeff Knutson, Cecelia Lukas, Christina Russell and John Ruszkowski. Images scanned from...

Student life at OLA 2009-10

Orlando Lutheran Academy graduated its final class of 42 students in May, 2010. Five of the graduates were members of St. Luke's: Kiersten Bronson, Jeff Knutson, Cecelia Lukas, Christina Russell and John Ruszkowski. Images scanned from...

Student life at OLA 2009-10

Orlando Lutheran Academy graduated its final class of 42 students in May, 2010. Five of the graduates were members of St. Luke's: Kiersten Bronson, Jeff Knutson, Cecelia Lukas, Christina Russell and John Ruszkowski. Images scanned from...

Student life at OLA 2009-10

Orlando Lutheran Academy graduated its final class of 42 students in May, 2010. Five of the graduates were members of St. Luke's: Kiersten Bronson, Jeff Knutson, Cecelia Lukas, Christina Russell and John Ruszkowski. Images scanned from...

Baptismal Font in Ancestral Church, Slovakia. June, 2009

Audrey Duda Stinson and her mother, Judy Duda, stand behind the Baptismal font of the Duda Family's ancestral church in Slovakia. June, 2009. Audrey's great-grandparents and their antecedents were baptized in this very font as infants. The...

Acceptance of Gift From Jaroslav Duda. June, 2009. Slovakia

Judy Duda thanks Jaroslav Duda for the gift he has just presented to American members of the Duda Family during a Family Reunion in Piestany, Slovakia in June, 2009. An early edition of the "Kralice Bible" printed in 1588 in the Czech...

Slovak and American Cousins Reunite. June, 2009

Jaroslav Duda (left) and his American cousin, David Duda, enjoy fellowship at the Duda Family Reunion, near Jaroslav's home in Piestany, Slovakia. June, 2009

Duda Family's Ancestral Cemetery, Velcice, Slovakia

This cemetery, near Velcice, Slovakia, holds the graves of Duda ancestors, including those of the maternal families: Zatko and Kralick

Duda Family and Pastor in Ancestral Church in Slovakia, June, 2009

June, 2009. Descendants (and their spouses)of Andrew Duda, Sr. attended worship services together at the family's ancestral church in Slovakia (Adamovske Kochanovce, in Trencin Co)and then gathered in the chancel area with the young Slovak...

Duda Family in Ancestral Church in Slovakia. June, 2009

Thirty members of the Duda Family, all descendants (and their spouses) of Andrew and Katarina Duda, pose in the chancel of the Duda family's ancestral church in Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia. June, 2009. The pilgrimage to the family...

Baptismal Font in Duda Family's Ancestral Church, Slovakia. June, 2009

Jacob Lavender, with his sister, Stacy Lavender Mello (front) and mother, Elaine Duda Lavender gaze at the baptismal font in their family's ancestral church in Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia. This is the same font in which their...

Baptismal Font in Duda Family's Ancestral Church, Slovakia. June, 2009

Jacob Lavender, with his sister, Stacy Lavender Mello (front) and mother, Elaine Duda Lavender gaze at the baptismal font in their family's ancestral church in Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia. This is the same font in which their...

Jaroslav Duda, Jr. presents historic Bible to his American cousins. June 2009, Original Image

Jaroslav Duda,Jr., grand-nephew of Andrew Duda, Sr. and a resident of Piestany in Slovakia, presents a gift to his American cousins during their Reunion trip to Slovakia in June, 2009. An early "Kralice" edition of the Holy Bible in the...

Jaroslav Duda, Jr. presents historic Bible to his American cousins. June 2009, Enhanced Image

Jaroslav Duda,Jr., grand-nephew of Andrew Duda, Sr. and a resident of Piestany in Slovakia, presents a gift to his American cousins during their Reunion trip to Slovakia in June, 2009. An early "Kralice" edition of the Holy Bible in the...

Pastor of church in Slovakia with Duda Family. June, 2009, Original Image

The Pastor of the Lutheran Church at Adamovske Kochanovce in Slovakia poses, after Sunday morning worship service,with 30 visitors from the US. These descendants (and their spouses) of Andrew Duda, Sr. attended worship at the family's...

Pastor of church in Slovakia with Duda Family. June, 2009, Enhanced Image

The Pastor of the Lutheran Church at Adamovske Kochanovce in Slovakia poses, after Sunday morning worship service,with 30 visitors from the US. These descendants (and their spouses) of Andrew Duda, Sr. attended worship at the family's...

Altar and pulpit of Duda Family's ancestral church in Slovakia. June, 2009, Original Image

June, 2009. View of the altar and pulpit in the ancestral church (built in 1791) of the Andrew Duda, Sr. Family in Slovakia (Adamovske Kochanovce). Note that the pulpit is ABOVE the altar;the pastor must climb a steep, hidden stairway to...

Altar and pulpit of Duda Family's ancestral church in Slovakia. June, 2009, Enhanced Image

June, 2009. View of the altar and pulpit in the ancestral church (built in 1791) of the Andrew Duda, Sr. Family in Slovakia (Adamovske Kochanovce). Note that the pulpit is ABOVE the altar;the pastor must climb a steep, hidden stairway to...

Slovak Pasie (Good Friday) Service -2009

Rev. Gary Schuschke, with guest pastor Rev. Joe Fabry, in the chancel of St. Luke's on Good Friday, 2009. Rev. Fabry traveled from another state to chant the liturgies in the Slovak worship service: the Pasie. This service format had been...

Chandelier in Duda Ancestral Church, 2009

Close-up of a crystal chandelier hanging in the sanctuary of the Andrew Duda Family's ancestral church in Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia. The significance of this particular item is that it was specially made in Venice as a gift from John...

Steeple of Duda Ancestral Church, "Angled" Image. 2009

An interesting view of the steeple of the Duda Family's ancestral church in Adamovske Kochanovce in Slovakia, taken at an up-angle. June, 2009.

Close Up of Altar in Duda Family's Ancestral Church, Slovakia. 2009

A close shot of the altar of the Duda Family's ancestral (Lutheran) church in Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia. The photo was taken during a special Family Reunion in Slovakia in June, 2009.

Jaroslav Duda, Jr. and American Cousins Examine Archival Records. Slovakia, 2009

Jaroslav Duda, Jr., Slovakian grand-nephew of Andrew Duda, Sr., guides his visiting American cousins through the archival records in the family's ancestral church in Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia during a family reunion there. June,2009

Exterior of Duda Church In Slovakia (From Right Side) 2009

View of exterior (from right side of main entrance)of the Duda family's ancestral church in Slovakia (Adamovske Kochanovce). Photo taken in June, 2009, during the family's reunion in Slovakia.

Steeple of the Duda Family's Ancestral Church. 2009

The steeple of the church in Slovakia (at Adamovske Kochanovce), the ancestral church of the Andrew Duda Family.

Steeple of Duda Ancestral Church, From Right. 2009

A view (from the right of the main entrance) of the steeple of the church in Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia, ancestral church of the Andrew Duda family. 2009

Duda Family's Ancestral Church in Slovakia, Exterior View, with Red Poppies. 2009

View of the exterior of the church at Adamovske Kochanovce,Slovakia, ancestral church of the Andrew Duda family. Red poppies in the foreground. June, 2009.

Chandelier in Duda Family's Ancestral Church, with Dedication Plaque. 2009

View of the chandelier in the sanctuary of the ancestral church of the Andrew Duda family. (Slovakia). This chandelier was donated by John and Katherine Duda to replace one that had been damaged years before. At the Duda Reunion in...

Archival Book Containing Duda Family Genealogical Records. Slovakia. 2009

Archival book, containing record of family history of Andrew Duda, Sr and Katarina Zatko. Image was taken at the family's ancestral church in Slovakia in June, 2009. The church was built in 1791, though the congregation was established in...

Duda's Ancestral Family Church at Adamovske Kochanovce (Slovakia)

Images of the ancestral church attended by the family of Andrew Duda, Sr. and his family before their emigration to the United States. The church still stands, as does the church pew once used by the family and the font from which the...

LHS-OLA Football "Then and Now" 1979-2009

The history of the school's football program was the focus of one publication of Orlando Lutheran Academy ("Vision' Oct.2007, Vol.1-Issue 3). It featured interviews with the first football coach of the school (then named Luther High...

LHS-OLA Football "Then and Now" 1979-2009

The history of the school's football program was the focus of one publication of Orlando Lutheran Academy ("Vision' Oct.2007, Vol.1-Issue 3). It featured interviews with the first football coach of the school (then named Luther High...

Wide view of Duda Family's ancestral church in Slovakia. 2009

A view of the countryside in Trencin Co, Slovakia as it appears in 2009. Midway in the photo, the white steeple of the Lutheran Church rises above the pastoral scene in the small village of Adamovske Kochanovce. The original church...

Wide view of Duda Family's ancestral church in Slovakia. 2009

A view of the countryside in Trencin Co, Slovakia as it appears in 2009. Midway in the photo, the white steeple of the Lutheran Church rises above the pastoral scene in the small village of Adamovske Kochanovce. The original church...

Duda Family's ancestral Church in Slovakia, exterior view, with pink flowers.2009, Original Image

View of the exterior of the church at Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia, ancestral church of the Andrew Duda family. Pink flowers are visible in the foreground. June, 2009.

Duda Family's ancestral Church in Slovakia, exterior view, with pink flowers.2009, Enhanced Image

View of the exterior of the church at Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia, ancestral church of the Andrew Duda family. Pink flowers are visible in the foreground. June, 2009.

Aerial view:St Luke's School 60th anniversary event 2008-09

Aerial view of church and school campus, taken (ca. 2008-09)during the celebration of St. Luke's Lutheran School's 60th Anniversary celebration. Note that the number '60' is visible on the school athletic field. This is a formation of St...

Aerial view:St Luke's School 60th anniversary event 2008-09

Aerial view of church and school campus, taken (ca. 2008-09)during the celebration of St. Luke's Lutheran School's 60th Anniversary celebration. Note that the number '60' is visible on the school athletic field. This is a formation of St...

LHS-OLA Football "Then and Now" 1979-2009

The history of the school's football program was the focus of one publication of Orlando Lutheran Academy ("Vision' Oct.2007, Vol.1-Issue 3). It featured interviews with the first football coach of the school (then named Luther High...

LHS-OLA Football "Then and Now" 1979-2009

The history of the school's football program was the focus of one publication of Orlando Lutheran Academy ("Vision' Oct.2007, Vol.1-Issue 3). It featured interviews with the first football coach of the school (then named Luther High...

LHS-OLA Football "Then and Now" 1979-2009

The history of the school's football program was the focus of one publication of Orlando Lutheran Academy ("Vision' Oct.2007, Vol.1-Issue 3). It featured interviews with the first football coach of the school (then named Luther High...

LHS-OLA Football "Then and Now" 1979-2009

The history of the school's football program was the focus of one publication of Orlando Lutheran Academy ("Vision' Oct.2007, Vol.1-Issue 3). It featured interviews with the first football coach of the school (then named Luther High...

LHS-OLA Football "Then and Now" 1979-2009

The history of the school's football program was the focus of one publication of Orlando Lutheran Academy ("Vision' Oct.2007, Vol.1-Issue 3). It featured interviews with the first football coach of the school (then named Luther High...

LHS-OLA Football "Then and Now" 1979-2009

The history of the school's football program was the focus of one publication of Orlando Lutheran Academy ("Vision' Oct.2007, Vol.1-Issue 3). It featured interviews with the first football coach of the school (then named Luther High...

LHS-OLA Football "Then and Now" 1979-2009

The history of the school's football program was the focus of one publication of Orlando Lutheran Academy ("Vision' Oct.2007, Vol.1-Issue 3). It featured interviews with the first football coach of the school (then named Luther High...

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2003-2008

Images from various editions of OLA's yearbook,"Shield" from 2003-2008 include co-captains of OLA's championship soccer team, Stanley and Jonathan Lukas and views of the many athletic activities enjoyed by the students of the high school.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2003-2008

Images from various editions of OLA's yearbook,"Shield" from 2003-2008 include co-captains of OLA's championship soccer team, Stanley and Jonathan Lukas and views of the many athletic activities enjoyed by the students of the high school.

St. Luke's School: classroom scenes 2001-2008

Various views of classrooms and academic activities are captured in several images from the first decade following the construction of a large new facility for St. Luke's Lutheran School.

St. Luke's School: classroom scenes 2001-2008

Various views of classrooms and academic activities are captured in several images from the first decade following the construction of a large new facility for St. Luke's Lutheran School.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2003-2008

Images from various editions of OLA's yearbook,"Shield" from 2003-2008 include co-captains of OLA's championship soccer team, Stanley and Jonathan Lukas and views of the many athletic activities enjoyed by the students of the high school.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2003-2008

Images from various editions of OLA's yearbook,"Shield" from 2003-2008 include co-captains of OLA's championship soccer team, Stanley and Jonathan Lukas and views of the many athletic activities enjoyed by the students of the high school.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2003-2008

Images from various editions of OLA's yearbook,"Shield" from 2003-2008 include co-captains of OLA's championship soccer team, Stanley and Jonathan Lukas and views of the many athletic activities enjoyed by the students of the high school.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2003-2008

Images from various editions of OLA's yearbook,"Shield" from 2003-2008 include co-captains of OLA's championship soccer team, Stanley and Jonathan Lukas and views of the many athletic activities enjoyed by the students of the high school.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2003-2008

Images from various editions of OLA's yearbook,"Shield" from 2003-2008 include co-captains of OLA's championship soccer team, Stanley and Jonathan Lukas and views of the many athletic activities enjoyed by the students of the high school.

Athletics at Orlando Lutheran Academy 2003-2008

Images from various editions of OLA's yearbook,"Shield" from 2003-2008 include co-captains of OLA's championship soccer team, Stanley and Jonathan Lukas and views of the many athletic activities enjoyed by the students of the high school.

St. Luke's School: classroom scenes 2001-2008

Various views of classrooms and academic activities are captured in several images from the first decade following the construction of a large new facility for St. Luke's Lutheran School.

St. Luke's School: classroom scenes 2001-2008

Various views of classrooms and academic activities are captured in several images from the first decade following the construction of a large new facility for St. Luke's Lutheran School.

St. Luke's School: classroom scenes 2001-2008

Various views of classrooms and academic activities are captured in several images from the first decade following the construction of a large new facility for St. Luke's Lutheran School.

St. Luke's School: classroom scenes 2001-2008

Various views of classrooms and academic activities are captured in several images from the first decade following the construction of a large new facility for St. Luke's Lutheran School.

Aerial View of St. Luke's Church & School and Lutheran Haven Campus c. 2007-08

Wide aerial view (taken 2007-08)showing the entire campus of St. Luke's Church and School, as well as the campus of the Lutheran Haven Retirement Center (including new Nursing Home and ALF). This broad view extends almost to Slavia Road...

The Stanko Store Building, c. 2006

Taken by an unknown photographer, c. 2006, this image appeared in a 2006 calendar distributed by The Oviedo Preservation Project. It shows the building, erected c. 1926, in which Martin and Juliana Stanko operated a general store and gas...

Aerial View of Slavia, Showing Lutheran Haven and St. Luke's Properties, c. 2006

An aerial view taken from the east of the Lutheran Haven and St. Luke's properties c. 2006. The camera is aimed toward the west-southwest and the elevation is high enough so that the 417 Expressway, SR 426 and Chapman Road are all visible...

Aerial View of St. Luke's and Lutheran Haven Campuses. c. 2006

A high, wide aerial view, taken from slightly NW of the church, shows the campuses of St. Luke's Lutheran Church and School, as well as that of the Lutheran Haven Retirement Center. c. 2006. State Road 426 (by now a 4 lane, divided...

Dedication of Lutheran Haven ALF & Nursing Home complex, 2006

Nearly six decades after the founding of the Lutheran Haven and after many additions to the campus and the Haven ministries, a modern new complex, incorporating both a wing for Assisted Living suites and another for patients requiring...

Dedication of Lutheran Haven ALF & Nursing Home complex, 2006, Floor Plan

Nearly six decades after the founding of the Lutheran Haven and after many additions to the campus and the Haven ministries, a modern new complex, incorporating both a wing for Assisted Living suites and another for patients requiring...

Funeral service program: Rev. E.J. Rossow. May 9, 2005

The funeral service for Rev.E.J. Rossow, who had served as St. Luke's Pastor for two decades, was held in the sanctuary of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on May 9, 2005. The memorial sermon was preached by Rev. John Buchheimer (Jacksonville...

Funeral service program: Rev. E.J. Rossow. May 9, 2005

The funeral service for Rev.E.J. Rossow, who had served as St. Luke's Pastor for two decades, was held in the sanctuary of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on May 9, 2005. The memorial sermon was preached by Rev. John Buchheimer (Jacksonville...

Duda Family Council Logo

The logo adopted (c. 2005) by the Duda Family Council, (representing descendants of Andrew and Katarina Duda) to convey the family's joint mission. The following family "motto" usually appears with this logo: "One family, growing together...

Children's Advent and Christmas programs in 1993 facility. 1993-2005

Images of various Advent and Christmas programs presented by the students of St. Luke's Lutheran School and/or the children of the congregation in St. Luke's new sanctuary between its construction in 1993 and 2005

Children's Advent and Christmas programs in 1993 facility. 1993-2005

Images of various Advent and Christmas programs presented by the students of St. Luke's Lutheran School and/or the children of the congregation in St. Luke's new sanctuary between its construction in 1993 and 2005

Children's Advent and Christmas programs in 1993 facility. 1993-2005

Images of various Advent and Christmas programs presented by the students of St. Luke's Lutheran School and/or the children of the congregation in St. Luke's new sanctuary between its construction in 1993 and 2005

Children's Advent and Christmas programs in 1993 facility. 1993-2005

Images of various Advent and Christmas programs presented by the students of St. Luke's Lutheran School and/or the children of the congregation in St. Luke's new sanctuary between its construction in 1993 and 2005

Children's Advent and Christmas programs in 1993 facility. 1993-2005

Images of various Advent and Christmas programs presented by the students of St. Luke's Lutheran School and/or the children of the congregation in St. Luke's new sanctuary between its construction in 1993 and 2005

Children's Advent and Christmas programs in 1993 facility. 1993-2005

Images of various Advent and Christmas programs presented by the students of St. Luke's Lutheran School and/or the children of the congregation in St. Luke's new sanctuary between its construction in 1993 and 2005

Children's Advent and Christmas programs in 1993 facility. 1993-2005

Images of various Advent and Christmas programs presented by the students of St. Luke's Lutheran School and/or the children of the congregation in St. Luke's new sanctuary between its construction in 1993 and 2005

Elmer L. Bellhorn (b.1915- d.2005) First Principal of St. Luke's School.

Elmer L. Bellhorn was installed as the first Principal of St. Luke's School on August 31, 1952. Mr. Bellorn served in this position (while also teaching in the upper grades) until 1976, when he decided to retire as principal. But Mr...

Elmer L. Bellhorn (b.1915- d.2005) First Principal of St. Luke's School.

Elmer L. Bellhorn was installed as the first Principal of St. Luke's School on August 31, 1952. Mr. Bellorn served in this position (while also teaching in the upper grades) until 1976, when he decided to retire as principal. But Mr...

Easter Sunrise Service at St. Luke's Lutheran Cemetery. April, 2004

Worshipers gather outside the restored wooden building (which served as St. Luke's church building until 1939) in St. Luke's Lutheran Cemetery on Chapman Road. Easter Sunday Sunrise Service. April, 2004.

St. Luke's Students Sing National Anthem at Orlando Magic Game

Students in St. Luke's School Middle Choir lead the audience in singing the "National Anthem" at an Orlando Magic game in Orlando, FL. C. 2004

SELC District Convention at St. Luke's, April 1985

Delegates to Convention of the SELC District of the Lutheran Church-Mo. Synod are gathered outside St. Luke's Lutheran Church in April, 1985. A joint worship service was held in the gymnasium on Sunday, April 14, 1985. District President...

SELC District Convention at St. Luke's, April 1985

Delegates to Convention of the SELC District of the Lutheran Church-Mo. Synod are gathered outside St. Luke's Lutheran Church in April, 1985. A joint worship service was held in the gymnasium on Sunday, April 14, 1985. District President...

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...

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...

SELC District 100th Anniversary Celebration

Outer pages of the cover for the Heritage Holy Communion Service at St. Luke's on Saturday, June 28, 2003, celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the SELC. The preacher was Rev. Luther Bajus; officiants were Pastors Wally Arp, Brian Roberts...

Vacation Bible School, 2003

Pastor Wally Arp, along with other members of the staff of St. Luke's Lutheran Church and School, participates in the Vacation Bible School programs offered for one week each summer, hosting several hundred area children each year. Lay...

Baptismal Blessing in Chancel of 1993 Sanctuary. c. 2003

With the (unidentified)family gathered in the chancel of the 1993 sanctuary, Rev. Wally Arp pronounces a blessing and offers prayer for an infant who had just been baptized in the narthex of the church. 2003

Youth Christmas Tree Sales, 2003

Rev. Scott Abel assists members of St. Luke's Youth group with their annual Christmas Tree project. Proceeds from the sale of hundreds of Frazier fir trees on the first weekend of December each year are used for mission projects.

Confirmation Class of 2003

The Confirmation Class of May 4, 2003, with Pastors (far left)Brian Roberts and (far right) Wally Arp. Members of the class are: Bennett, Megan Kelsea, Blank, Heidi Marie, Breig, Stephanie, Bretzke, Kelly Elizabeth, Brown, Julie Michele...

60th Anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran Church, March, 1972

An article published in the Sanford Herald on March 24, 1972, describes the celebration of St. Luke's 60th Anniversary on March 19, 1972: "Rev. John J. Kucharik based his sermon on 'Builders,' as taken from Matthew 7:24-29, for the 60th...

60th Anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran Church, March, 1972

An article published in the Sanford Herald on March 24, 1972, describes the celebration of St. Luke's 60th Anniversary on March 19, 1972: "Rev. John J. Kucharik based his sermon on 'Builders,' as taken from Matthew 7:24-29, for the 60th...

Basketball at St. Luke's Lutheran School. 2002-03

A large gymnasium (Founders Hall)was built on the St. Luke's campus in 1979. Until then, all athletic programs for the students of St. Luke's Lutheran School were held outdoors. (A clay court and grass fields.)Basketball and volleyball, as...

Basketball at St. Luke's Lutheran School. 2002-03

A large gymnasium (Founders Hall)was built on the St. Luke's campus in 1979. Until then, all athletic programs for the students of St. Luke's Lutheran School were held outdoors. (A clay court and grass fields.)Basketball and volleyball, as...

St. Luke's Lutheran School Cheerleaders. 2002-03

Cheerleaders from St. Luke's Lutheran School encourage the boys' basketball team (St. Luke's Wildcats) during a game in Founders Hall. 2002-03 school year. Individuals are not identified.

St. Luke's Lutheran School Cheerleaders. 2002-03

Cheerleaders from St. Luke's Lutheran School encourage the boys' basketball team (St. Luke's Wildcats) during a game in Founders Hall. 2002-03 school year. Individuals are not identified.

St. Luke's Pastors, c. 2002-03

Rev. Gary Schuschke, Rev. Brian Roberts, and Senior Pastor, Wally Arp (far right) in chancel of St. Luke's Lutheran Church, c. 2002-03.

Shepherd's Hope Satellite Site at St. Luke's. c. 2002

Pastors of St. Luke's Church (left-right): Gary Schuschke, Wally Arp, and Brian Roberts pose beneath a banner announcing the opening of a satellite site for the Shepherd's Hope program on St,. Luke's campus. The building once used as the...

National Junior Honor Society-St. Luke's Lutheran School. 2002-03

Continuing a proud tradition established several years earlier, a group of students at St. Luke's Lutheran School are inducted into the National Junior Honor Society during the 2002-03 school year. (Identification of individuals not...

Scenes from Christmas, 2002 in St. Luke's sanctuary

The sanctuary of St. Luke's Lutheran Church is beautifully decorated for Christmas in these 2002 photos of the Christmas Eve Candlelight Service and the chancel as it appeared on Christmas morning. In addition to the poinsettia plants...

Scenes from Christmas, 2002 in St. Luke's sanctuary

The sanctuary of St. Luke's Lutheran Church is beautifully decorated for Christmas in these 2002 photos of the Christmas Eve Candlelight Service and the chancel as it appeared on Christmas morning. In addition to the poinsettia plants...

Opening day of St. Luke's new school building. August 6, 2001

Ms. Wendy Duda Clark leads her students to their brand new classrooms as St. Luke's Lutheran School begins a new school year on August 6, 2001. Another image shows students having their first look at interior lobby and a group photo was...

Opening day of St. Luke's new school building. August 6, 2001

Ms. Wendy Duda Clark leads her students to their brand new classrooms as St. Luke's Lutheran School begins a new school year on August 6, 2001. Another image shows students having their first look at interior lobby and a group photo was...

Opening day of St. Luke's new school building. August 6, 2001

Ms. Wendy Duda Clark leads her students to their brand new classrooms as St. Luke's Lutheran School begins a new school year on August 6, 2001. Another image shows students having their first look at interior lobby and a group photo was...

Confirmation Class of 2001

The Confirmation Class of April 8,2001 poses in the chancel of St. Luke's Lutheran Church. Pastors (all in back row, wearing red stoles) are left-right: Rev. Gary Schuschke, Rev. Brian Roberts, Rev Wally Arp. Members of the class are: ...

St. Luke's School Student Music Group. c. 2001

A group of students, members of a school music group, perform in the chancel of St. Luke's Lutheran Church. c. 2001 (Individuals unidentified

St. Luke's School Handbell Ringers c. 2001

Group of St. Luke's School students, members of the school's Handbell Ringers (individuals unidentified)rehearse in the balcony of St. Luke's Lutheran Church. c.2001

Lutheran Church in Slovenska Ves, Slovakia

Pages from"Evanjelicke kostoly na Slovensku" Janka Krisova, published by Tranocius in Slovakia, 2001. Shown are the exterior and interior of the Lutheran (evangelical) church in Slovenske Ves, the original home of the Michael Dinda Family...

Lutheran Church in Slovenska Ves, Slovakia

Pages from"Evanjelicke kostoly na Slovensku" Janka Krisova, published by Tranocius in Slovakia, 2001. Shown are the exterior and interior of the Lutheran (evangelical) church in Slovenske Ves, the original home of the Michael Dinda Family...

Pre-K scenes from St. Luke's Lutheran School c.2001

A few images of pre-kindergarten activities, taken during the early years after the construction of St. Luke's Lutheran School's new facility in 2001-01.

Pre-K scenes from St. Luke's Lutheran School c.2001

A few images of pre-kindergarten activities, taken during the early years after the construction of St. Luke's Lutheran School's new facility in 2001-01.

St. Luke's new school under construction. 2001

In one image, St. Luke's Lutheran School's principal, Susan Duda Hanas (far right, in black dress), leads several members (unidentified) of the school faculty on a tour of a portion of the new school, under construction. Another image...

St. Luke's new school under construction. 2001

In one image, St. Luke's Lutheran School's principal, Susan Duda Hanas (far right, in black dress), leads several members (unidentified) of the school faculty on a tour of a portion of the new school, under construction. Another image...

St. Luke's Lutheran School- 2001

After more than 50 years of serving the children of St. Luke's members and the larger community, St. Luke's Lutheran School moved to a new two-story building during the 2001-02 school year. The structure stands immediately to the east of...

St. Luke's Lutheran School- 2001

After more than 50 years of serving the children of St. Luke's members and the larger community, St. Luke's Lutheran School moved to a new two-story building during the 2001-02 school year. The structure stands immediately to the east of...

Candlelight wedding in 1993 sanctuary. c.2000

Photos from candlelight wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Blevins held in the 1993-built sanctuary. Pews draped with white chiffon and flowers, with soft light provided by candles in pew holders. Rose petals were strewn on the aisle before...

Candlelight wedding in 1993 sanctuary. c.2000

Photos from candlelight wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Blevins held in the 1993-built sanctuary. Pews draped with white chiffon and flowers, with soft light provided by candles in pew holders. Rose petals were strewn on the aisle before...

Rev. Wally M. Arp performs pastoral functions c.2000

Rev. Wally M. Arp, who served the congregation first as a Vicar (student pastor) in 1987 and returned ten years later to serve as Assistant Pastor, then as Senior Pastor of St. Luke's, is shown performing several of his functions at St...

Rev. Wally M. Arp performs pastoral functions c.2000

Rev. Wally M. Arp, who served the congregation first as a Vicar (student pastor) in 1987 and returned ten years later to serve as Assistant Pastor, then as Senior Pastor of St. Luke's, is shown performing several of his functions at St...

Rev. Wally M. Arp performs pastoral functions c.2000

Rev. Wally M. Arp, who served the congregation first as a Vicar (student pastor) in 1987 and returned ten years later to serve as Assistant Pastor, then as Senior Pastor of St. Luke's, is shown performing several of his functions at St...

Pre-K scenes from St. Luke's Lutheran School c.2001

A few images of pre-kindergarten activities, taken during the early years after the construction of St. Luke's Lutheran School's new facility in 2001-01.

Pre-K scenes from St. Luke's Lutheran School c.2001

A few images of pre-kindergarten activities, taken during the early years after the construction of St. Luke's Lutheran School's new facility in 2001-01.

Installation of Rev. Brian Roberts- April 16, 2000

Photographs taken during the Festival Service for the installation of Reverend Brian Roberts as a Pastor of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on April 16, 2000 at 7:00pm. The sermon was preached by Rev. E.J. Rossow, Pastor Emeritus, with Rev...

Installation of Rev. Brian Roberts- April 16, 2000

Photographs taken during the Festival Service for the installation of Reverend Brian Roberts as a Pastor of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on April 16, 2000 at 7:00pm. The sermon was preached by Rev. E.J. Rossow, Pastor Emeritus, with Rev...

Installation of Rev. Brian Roberts- April 16, 2000

Photographs taken during the Festival Service for the installation of Reverend Brian Roberts as a Pastor of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on April 16, 2000 at 7:00pm. The sermon was preached by Rev. E.J. Rossow, Pastor Emeritus, with Rev...

Installation of Rev. Brian Roberts- April 16, 2000

Photographs taken during the Festival Service for the installation of Reverend Brian Roberts as a Pastor of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on April 16, 2000 at 7:00pm. The sermon was preached by Rev. E.J. Rossow, Pastor Emeritus, with Rev...

Installation of Rev. Brian Roberts- April 16, 2000

Photographs taken during the Festival Service for the installation of Reverend Brian Roberts as a Pastor of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on April 16, 2000 at 7:00pm. The sermon was preached by Rev. E.J. Rossow, Pastor Emeritus, with Rev...

Installation of Rev. Brian Roberts- April 16, 2000

Photographs taken during the Festival Service for the installation of Reverend Brian Roberts as a Pastor of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on April 16, 2000 at 7:00pm. The sermon was preached by Rev. E.J. Rossow, Pastor Emeritus, with Rev...

Installation of Rev. Brian Roberts- April 16, 2000

Photographs taken during the Festival Service for the installation of Reverend Brian Roberts as a Pastor of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on April 16, 2000 at 7:00pm. The sermon was preached by Rev. E.J. Rossow, Pastor Emeritus, with Rev...

Installation of Rev. Brian Roberts- April 16, 2000

Photographs taken during the Festival Service for the installation of Reverend Brian Roberts as a Pastor of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on April 16, 2000 at 7:00pm. The sermon was preached by Rev. E.J. Rossow, Pastor Emeritus, with Rev...

Groundbreaking Ceremony For New School, April 2, 2000, Led by Pastor Arp

Sunday, April 2. 2000. Pastor Wally Arp leads ceremony for groundbreaking on the site of the new school. A special presentation in the church was held at 11:45am and a festive luncheon under tents followed. Regular Sunday worship services...

Groundbreaking For New School. April 2, 2000

Sunday, April 2, 2000. Ground is officially broken with the ceremonial shovels, so that construction can begin on the site of a new building for St. Luke's Lutheran School. Left to right: 1. Principal, Susan Hanas 2.Former Principal, Elmer...

Groundbreaking Celebration for New School, April 2, 2000: 3rd Graders Sing

Third graders sing 'Give Thanks' at a ceremony in the church preceding the groundbreaking for the new school. April 2, 2000

Groundbreaking Celebration for New School, April 2, 2000: Singing "Awesome God"

Sunday, April 2, 2000. St. Luke's students praise our 'Awesome God' in the special presentation in the church which preceded the groundbreaking for the new school.

Groundbreaking For New School, April 2, 2000: 3rd Grade Students

The culmination of the School Expansion Appeal (SEA) with a presentation by St. Luke's students before the groundbreaking for their new school. Sunday, April 2, 2000. Left to right: Sarah Brumback, Natalie Duda (other students unidentified)

Sea and Groundbreaking Celebration: April 2, 2000

April 2, 2000. Students of St. Luke's Lutheran School, wearing their SEA (School Expansion Appeal) commemorative hats and tee shirts, take their turn at breaking ground for the construction of their new school.

Natalie and Steven Duda at School Groundbreaking. April 2, 2000

Natalie Duda (left) and brother, Steven Duda,wait their turn to break ground for St. Luke's new school. They are wearing their SEA (School Expansion Appeal) hats and tee shirts and holding their souvenir pink shovels.

Chef Scott Feeds the Masses at Groundbreaking For New School, April 2, 2000

Sunday, April 2, 2000. Chef Scott Dickinson (on right; other man unidentified) prepared a fabulous meal (based on the SEA theme) for 1,000+ participants, who were served under enormous tents at the groundbreaking festivities for St. Luke's...

St. Luke's Members Enjoy Groundbreaking Celebration. April 2, 2000

Celebrating the success of the School Expansion Appeal ("SEA" campaign), Hugh Cotton (white hair, white shirt),former Chairman of the congregation, joins fellow members of St. Luke's Church, who enjoy a huge assortment of 'SEAfood" at the...

St. Luke's School Cheerleaders. April 2, 2000

Sunday, April 2, 2000. St. Luke's School cheerleaders have something wonderful to cheer about: the groundbreaking for the construction of their modern, new school.

St. Luke's School Band at Groundbreaking. April 2, 2000

Sunday, April 2, 2000. Students in St. Luke's School Band entertain guests at the afternoon celebration of the groundbreaking for the new school.

School Groundbreaking Celebration, April 2, 2000

St. Luke's member, Searl Row, was among the crowd of more than 1,000 who joined the celebration for the groundbreaking on the site of the new school. Sunday, April 2, 2000.

Paula Brumback Honored at Groundbreaking. April 2, 2000

Coordinator for the festivities,Paula Brumback, receives a gift basket as a token of St. Luke's appreciation of her hard work and extraordinary planning. John Berkley, emcee for the event, makes the presentation during the special program...

Natalie and Steven Duda Break Ground For New School April 2, 2000

Natalie Duda and Steven Duda use the special shovels given to all St. Luke's students to break ground for the construction of their new school. Sunday, April 2, 2000.

St. Luke's School Students at Groundbreaking Festivities. April 2, 2000

St. Luke's School student, Emily Buckley (center, holding shovel) and friends are happy about the prospect of having a modern, new school. Groundbreaking festivities: April 2, 2000.

Construction of School Media Center. c. 2000

The rotunda shape of the school's new media center becomes apparent as the walls of St. Luke's new school begin to rise. Photo was likely taken from bell tower of the 1993 church facility which is located to the immediate west of the the...

Four Principals of St. Luke's Lutheran School

A memorable image of four of St. Luke's Lutheran School's principals likely gathered for a school anniversary celebration. Early 2000s. Seated: Susan Duda Hanas and (clockwise, Pat Leupold, Don Eicholtz and Robert Flesch.

Four Principals of St. Luke's Lutheran School

A memorable image of four of St. Luke's Lutheran School's principals likely gathered for a school anniversary celebration. Early 2000s. Seated: Susan Duda Hanas and (clockwise, Pat Leupold, Don Eicholtz and Robert Flesch.

St. Luke's Youth Ministry in early 21st Century

Various scenes depicting St. Luke's youth activities during the first decade of the 21st century. Leaders included DCE, Leah Helmrichs Abel, and A.J. Leupold, who served as a mentor for the high school age youth. Activities included...

St. Luke's Youth Ministry in early 21st Century

Various scenes depicting St. Luke's youth activities during the first decade of the 21st century. Leaders included DCE, Leah Helmrichs Abel, and A.J. Leupold, who served as a mentor for the high school age youth. Activities included...

St. Luke's School Chapel

Images show student participation in school chapel services on early 2000's

St. Luke's School Chapel

Images show student participation in school chapel services on early 2000's

Holiday Commemorations at St. Luke's Lutheran School, early 2000's

Several images showing ways in which St. Luke's students commemorated special holidays with festive worship services and celebrations.

Holiday Commemorations at St. Luke's Lutheran School, early 2000's

Several images showing ways in which St. Luke's students commemorated special holidays with festive worship services and celebrations.

Special events- St. Luke's Lutheran School. Early 2000's

An assortment of images capturing many of the special events and "happenings" which took place at St. Luke's School during the exciting decade following the construction of a larger new facility in 2000-01.

Special events- St. Luke's Lutheran School. Early 2000's

An assortment of images capturing many of the special events and "happenings" which took place at St. Luke's School during the exciting decade following the construction of a larger new facility in 2000-01.

Fellowship and friends- St. Luke's School, Early 2000's<

Students at St. Luke's School enjoy some social time on the playground and in school cafeteria, as they share lunch

Fellowship and friends- St. Luke's School, Early 2000s

Students at St. Luke's School enjoy some social time on the playground and in school cafeteria, as they share lunch

School Athletics- Images from early 2000's

A few images of athletic activities from the first decade following the construction of new facility for St. Luke's Lutheran School in 2001-01

School Athletics- Images from early 2000's

A few images of athletic activities from the first decade following the construction of new facility for St. Luke's Lutheran School in 2001-01

Exterior of St. Luke's expanded church. c.1994-2000

Views of recently completed church facility, c.1994. One image is taken from the south, the other is a frontal view of the remodeled 1939 brick church, now connected to the new portion. Some images may have been taken as late as the year...

Exterior of St. Luke's expanded church. c.1994-2000

Views of recently completed church facility, c.1994. One image is taken from the south, the other is a frontal view of the remodeled 1939 brick church, now connected to the new portion. Some images may have been taken as late as the year...

Exterior of St. Luke's expanded church. c.1994-2000

Views of recently completed church facility, c.1994. One image is taken from the south, the other is a frontal view of the remodeled 1939 brick church, now connected to the new portion. Some images may have been taken as late as the year...

Exterior of St. Luke's expanded church. c.1994-2000

Views of recently completed church facility, c.1994. One image is taken from the south, the other is a frontal view of the remodeled 1939 brick church, now connected to the new portion. Some images may have been taken as late as the year...

Exterior of St. Luke's expanded church. c.1994-2000

Views of recently completed church facility, c.1994. One image is taken from the south, the other is a frontal view of the remodeled 1939 brick church, now connected to the new portion. Some images may have been taken as late as the year...

Exterior of St. Luke's expanded church. c.1994-2000

Views of recently completed church facility, c.1994. One image is taken from the south, the other is a frontal view of the remodeled 1939 brick church, now connected to the new portion. Some images may have been taken as late as the year...

Three views of site preparation for new school. 2000

Three aerial views of site preparation for St. Luke's new 2 story brick school, constructed in 2000. The sanctuary (erected 1993) and school track are visible in the photos. The first wooden church (which had been positioned to the east of...

Three views of site preparation for new school. 2000

Three aerial views of site preparation for St. Luke's new 2 story brick school, constructed in 2000. The sanctuary (erected 1993) and school track are visible in the photos. The first wooden church (which had been positioned to the east of...

Three views of site preparation for new school. 2000

Three aerial views of site preparation for St. Luke's new 2 story brick school, constructed in 2000. The sanctuary (erected 1993) and school track are visible in the photos. The first wooden church (which had been positioned to the east of...

Photos of Rev. Edwin J. Rossow (b. 1930 - d. 2005), St. Luke's Pastor 1982-2000

Rev. Edwin J. Rossow (b. Dec.1, 1930-d.May 6, 2005)served as St. Luke's Senior Pastor from March, 1982 to his retirement in 2000. He trained at Concordia College, Ft. Wayne and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and served congregations in...

Photos of Rev. Edwin J. Rossow (b. 1930 - d. 2005), St. Luke's Pastor 1982-2000

Rev. Edwin J. Rossow (b. Dec.1, 1930-d.May 6, 2005)served as St. Luke's Senior Pastor from March, 1982 to his retirement in 2000. He trained at Concordia College, Ft. Wayne and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and served congregations in...

Photos of Rev. Edwin J. Rossow (b. 1930 - d. 2005), St. Luke's Pastor 1982-2000

Rev. Edwin J. Rossow (b. Dec.1, 1930-d.May 6, 2005)served as St. Luke's Senior Pastor from March, 1982 to his retirement in 2000. He trained at Concordia College, Ft. Wayne and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and served congregations in...

Photos of Rev. Edwin J. Rossow (b. 1930 - d. 2005), St. Luke's Pastor 1982-2000

Rev. Edwin J. Rossow (b. Dec.1, 1930-d.May 6, 2005)served as St. Luke's Senior Pastor from March, 1982 to his retirement in 2000. He trained at Concordia College, Ft. Wayne and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and served congregations in...

Photos of Rev. Edwin J. Rossow (b. 1930 - d. 2005), St. Luke's Pastor 1982-2000

Rev. Edwin J. Rossow (b. Dec.1, 1930-d.May 6, 2005)served as St. Luke's Senior Pastor from March, 1982 to his retirement in 2000. He trained at Concordia College, Ft. Wayne and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and served congregations in...

Holiday Commemorations at St. Luke's Lutheran School, early 2000's

Several images showing ways in which St. Luke's students commemorated special holidays with festive worship services and celebrations.

Holiday Commemorations at St. Luke's Lutheran School, early 2000's

Several images showing ways in which St. Luke's students commemorated special holidays with festive worship services and celebrations.

Holiday Commemorations at St. Luke's Lutheran School, early 2000's

Several images showing ways in which St. Luke's students commemorated special holidays with festive worship services and celebrations.

Holiday Commemorations at St. Luke's Lutheran School, early 2000's

Several images showing ways in which St. Luke's students commemorated special holidays with festive worship services and celebrations.

Special events- St. Luke's Lutheran School. Early 2000's

An assortment of images capturing many of the special events and "happenings" which took place at St. Luke's School during the exciting decade following the construction of a larger new facility in 2000-01.

Special events- St. Luke's Lutheran School. Early 2000's

An assortment of images capturing many of the special events and "happenings" which took place at St. Luke's School during the exciting decade following the construction of a larger new facility in 2000-01.

Special events- St. Luke's Lutheran School. Early 2000's

An assortment of images capturing many of the special events and "happenings" which took place at St. Luke's School during the exciting decade following the construction of a larger new facility in 2000-01.

Special events- St. Luke's Lutheran School. Early 2000's

An assortment of images capturing many of the special events and "happenings" which took place at St. Luke's School during the exciting decade following the construction of a larger new facility in 2000-01.

Special events- St. Luke's Lutheran School. Early 2000's

An assortment of images capturing many of the special events and "happenings" which took place at St. Luke's School during the exciting decade following the construction of a larger new facility in 2000-01.

Special events- St. Luke's Lutheran School. Early 2000's

An assortment of images capturing many of the special events and "happenings" which took place at St. Luke's School during the exciting decade following the construction of a larger new facility in 2000-01.

Fellowship and friends- St. Luke's School, Early 2000's

Students at St. Luke's School enjoy some social time on the playground and in school cafeteria, as they share lunch

Fellowship and friends- St. Luke's School, Early 2000's

School Athletics- Images from early 2000's

A few images of athletic activities from the first decade following the construction of new facility for St. Luke's Lutheran School in 2001-01

School Athletics- Images from early 2000's

A few images of athletic activities from the first decade following the construction of new facility for St. Luke's Lutheran School in 2001-01

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...

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...

Exterior View of 1993 Church Facility. c. 1998

A beautiful colored photo image of St. Luke's Lutheran Church, the expanded facility, which was dedicated in 1993. Photo was likely taken in late 1990s, prior to the construction of the new school which currently stands behind (to the...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year- 1998- Jubilee Banquet

An elegant banquet celebrating the 50 years of ministry provided by the Lutheran Haven since its establishment in 1948 was held at the Holiday Inn, near UCF, on November 6. It marked the culmination of many months of special events and...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year- 1998- Jubilee Banquet

An elegant banquet celebrating the 50 years of ministry provided by the Lutheran Haven since its establishment in 1948 was held at the Holiday Inn, near UCF, on November 6. It marked the culmination of many months of special events and...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year-1998- Omega Celebration

Midway through the Jubilee celebration of the Lutheran Haven's 50th anniversary in 1998, Congressman John Mica was invited to serve as key-note speaker for a barbecue held under an enormous tent on the Lutheran Haven campus. Audrey Duda...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year-1998- Omega Celebration

Midway through the Jubilee celebration of the Lutheran Haven's 50th anniversary in 1998, Congressman John Mica was invited to serve as key-note speaker for a barbecue held under an enormous tent on the Lutheran Haven campus. Audrey Duda...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year-1998- Alpha Celebration

To celebrate the 50 years of ministry since the dedication of the first Home for the Aged and Children's Home in 1948, the Lutheran Haven planned a Jubilee Celebration which would unfold over the course of an entire calendar year. Jubilee...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year-1998- Alpha Celebration

To celebrate the 50 years of ministry since the dedication of the first Home for the Aged and Children's Home in 1948, the Lutheran Haven planned a Jubilee Celebration which would unfold over the course of an entire calendar year. Jubilee...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year- 1998- Jubilee Banquet

An elegant banquet celebrating the 50 years of ministry provided by the Lutheran Haven since its establishment in 1948 was held at the Holiday Inn, near UCF, on November 6. It marked the culmination of many months of special events and...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year- 1998- Jubilee Banquet

An elegant banquet celebrating the 50 years of ministry provided by the Lutheran Haven since its establishment in 1948 was held at the Holiday Inn, near UCF, on November 6. It marked the culmination of many months of special events and...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year-1998- Omega Celebration

Midway through the Jubilee celebration of the Lutheran Haven's 50th anniversary in 1998, Congressman John Mica was invited to serve as key-note speaker for a barbecue held under an enormous tent on the Lutheran Haven campus. Audrey Duda...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year-1998- Omega Celebration

Midway through the Jubilee celebration of the Lutheran Haven's 50th anniversary in 1998, Congressman John Mica was invited to serve as key-note speaker for a barbecue held under an enormous tent on the Lutheran Haven campus. Audrey Duda...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year-1998- Omega Celebration

Midway through the Jubilee celebration of the Lutheran Haven's 50th anniversary in 1998, Congressman John Mica was invited to serve as key-note speaker for a barbecue held under an enormous tent on the Lutheran Haven campus. Audrey Duda...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year-1998- Omega Celebration

Midway through the Jubilee celebration of the Lutheran Haven's 50th anniversary in 1998, Congressman John Mica was invited to serve as key-note speaker for a barbecue held under an enormous tent on the Lutheran Haven campus. Audrey Duda...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year-1998- Alpha Celebration

To celebrate the 50 years of ministry since the dedication of the first Home for the Aged and Children's Home in 1948, the Lutheran Haven planned a Jubilee Celebration which would unfold over the course of an entire calendar year. Jubilee...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year-1998- Alpha Celebration

To celebrate the 50 years of ministry since the dedication of the first Home for the Aged and Children's Home in 1948, the Lutheran Haven planned a Jubilee Celebration which would unfold over the course of an entire calendar year. Jubilee...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year-1998- Alpha Celebration

To celebrate the 50 years of ministry since the dedication of the first Home for the Aged and Children's Home in 1948, the Lutheran Haven planned a Jubilee Celebration which would unfold over the course of an entire calendar year. Jubilee...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year-1998- Alpha Celebration

To celebrate the 50 years of ministry since the dedication of the first Home for the Aged and Children's Home in 1948, the Lutheran Haven planned a Jubilee Celebration which would unfold over the course of an entire calendar year. Jubilee...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year-1998- Alpha Celebration

To celebrate the 50 years of ministry since the dedication of the first Home for the Aged and Children's Home in 1948, the Lutheran Haven planned a Jubilee Celebration which would unfold over the course of an entire calendar year. Jubilee...

Lutheran Haven Jubilee Year-1998- Alpha Celebration

To celebrate the 50 years of ministry since the dedication of the first Home for the Aged and Children's Home in 1948, the Lutheran Haven planned a Jubilee Celebration which would unfold over the course of an entire calendar year. Jubilee...

Track and Field Day scenes at St. Luke's School. c. 1997

In three photos taken of the annual Track and Field day at St. Luke's School, cousins Brett McClellan and Eric Lukas are among the award winners in the first photo. The second shows Jack and other race participants on the school track and...

Track and Field Day scenes at St. Luke's School. c. 1997

In three photos taken of the annual Track and Field day at St. Luke's School, cousins Brett McClellan and Eric Lukas are among the award winners in the first photo. The second shows Jack and other race participants on the school track and...

Track and Field Day scenes at St. Luke's School. c. 1997

In three photos taken of the annual Track and Field day at St. Luke's School, cousins Brett McClellan and Eric Lukas are among the award winners in the first photo. The second shows Jack and other race participants on the school track and...

Confirmation Class of 1996

The Confirmation Class of March 31,1996 poses in the chancel of the sanctuary dedicated in November, 1993. Last row, far left: Rev. E. J. Rossow. Far right: Vicar (unnamed). Members of the Class: Robert Christian, Keely Ann Coles, Amanda...

Donald Eicholtz, Principal of St. Luke's School, 1988-1996

Mr. Donald Eicholtz was called to serve St. Luke's Lutheran School in 1988. Mr. Robert Flesch, who had held that position for more than a decade, took on the new role as Parish Assistant for the congregation. Mr. Eicholtz served until...

Donald Eicholtz, Principal of St. Luke's School, 1988-1996

Mr. Donald Eicholtz was called to serve St. Luke's Lutheran School in 1988. Mr. Robert Flesch, who had held that position for more than a decade, took on the new role as Parish Assistant for the congregation. Mr. Eicholtz served until...

Celebration of the 50th anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran School. 1996

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran School, a number of events, including a parade, were scheduled. The school had a humble beginning in 1946, housed in the wood structure (once a turpentine shack) that had been used...

Celebration of the 50th anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran School. 1996

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran School, a number of events, including a parade, were scheduled. The school had a humble beginning in 1946, housed in the wood structure (once a turpentine shack) that had been used...

Homecomings-1990 and 1996- Luther High School

Images in 1993 and 1996 editions of "Shield" of Homecoming activities at Luther High School, which include several St. Luke's students: Kathy Matson, Scott Tesinsky, Kathy Duda, Gregory Love, and Homecoming King Davey Jakubcin, with...

Donald Eicholtz, Principal of St. Luke's School, 1988-1996

Mr. Donald Eicholtz was called to serve St. Luke's Lutheran School in 1988. Mr. Robert Flesch, who had held that position for more than a decade, took on the new role as Parish Assistant for the congregation. Mr. Eicholtz served until...

Donald Eicholtz, Principal of St. Luke's School, 1988-1996

Mr. Donald Eicholtz was called to serve St. Luke's Lutheran School in 1988. Mr. Robert Flesch, who had held that position for more than a decade, took on the new role as Parish Assistant for the congregation. Mr. Eicholtz served until...

Celebration of the 50th anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran School. 1996

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran School, a number of events, including a parade, were scheduled. The school had a humble beginning in 1946, housed in the wood structure (once a turpentine shack) that had been used...

Celebration of the 50th anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran School. 1996

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran School, a number of events, including a parade, were scheduled. The school had a humble beginning in 1946, housed in the wood structure (once a turpentine shack) that had been used...

Celebration of the 50th anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran School. 1996

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran School, a number of events, including a parade, were scheduled. The school had a humble beginning in 1946, housed in the wood structure (once a turpentine shack) that had been used...

Homecomings-1990 and 1996- Luther High School

Images in 1993 and 1996 editions of "Shield" of Homecoming activities at Luther High School, which include several St. Luke's students: Kathy Matson, Scott Tesinsky, Kathy Duda, Gregory Love, and Homecoming King Davey Jakubcin, with...

Exterior Night View of Lighted Faceted Glass Windows of New Facility. c. 1995

After dark, the faceted glass windows of the 1993 sanctuary (when lighted from the interior) and the illuminated cross on the bell tower of the facility invite the interest of those passing the church on SR 426. Photo image, c.1995.

Exterior of completed new facility. c.1994-95

Images of the exterior of the finished construction project with slightly different vantage points, taken by various photographers and contributed to the church archives, c.1994-95.

Exterior of completed new facility. c.1994-95

Images of the exterior of the finished construction project with slightly different vantage points, taken by various photographers and contributed to the church archives, c.1994-95.

Exterior of completed new facility. c.1994-95

Images of the exterior of the finished construction project with slightly different vantage points, taken by various photographers and contributed to the church archives, c.1994-95.

Exterior of completed new facility. c.1994-95

Images of the exterior of the finished construction project with slightly different vantage points, taken by various photographers and contributed to the church archives, c.1994-95.

Exterior of completed new facility. c.1994-95

Images of the exterior of the finished construction project with slightly different vantage points, taken by various photographers and contributed to the church archives, c.1994-95.

Exterior of completed new facility. c.1994-95

Images of the exterior of the finished construction project with slightly different vantage points, taken by various photographers and contributed to the church archives, c.1994-95.

Exterior of completed new facility. c.1994-95

Images of the exterior of the finished construction project with slightly different vantage points, taken by various photographers and contributed to the church archives, c.1994-95.

Exterior of completed new facility. c.1994-95

Images of the exterior of the finished construction project with slightly different vantage points, taken by various photographers and contributed to the church archives, c.1994-95.

Exterior of completed new facility. c.1994-95

Images of the exterior of the finished construction project with slightly different vantage points, taken by various photographers and contributed to the church archives, c.1994-95.

Exterior of completed new facility. c.1994-95

Images of the exterior of the finished construction project with slightly different vantage points, taken by various photographers and contributed to the church archives, c.1994-95.

Exterior of completed new facility. c.1994-95

Images of the exterior of the finished construction project with slightly different vantage points, taken by various photographers and contributed to the church archives, c.1994-95.

Exterior of completed new facility. c.1994-95

Images of the exterior of the finished construction project with slightly different vantage points, taken by various photographers and contributed to the church archives, c.1994-95.

History of Luther HS:The LHSA of Central FL, Inc

The October 1994 edition (Volume 12, Number 8) of "The Crusader," a publication of the Lutheran High School Association of Central FL, featured an article recalling how a Lutheran High School came to be established in Orlando. The concept...

History of Luther HS:The LHSA of Central FL, Inc

The October 1994 edition (Volume 12, Number 8) of "The Crusader," a publication of the Lutheran High School Association of Central FL, featured an article recalling how a Lutheran High School came to be established in Orlando. The concept...

Site of the Birthplace of Brothers, Joseph and Michael Mikler, in Slovakia

The actual site of the home in which Joseph and brother, Michael, Mikler were born in Iliasovce, Slovakia in the 1800s. The building had long since collapsed when this photo of the site was taken in 1994, but small sections of the...

Birthplace of Katarina Strauch Mikler, Iliasovce, Slovakia

The birthplace of Katarina 'nee Strauch Mikler, still stands in Iliasovce, Slovakia. The structure was originally erected in the 1600s. The photo of the exterior was taken in 1994 by a family member visiting the village cemetery and the...

Mikler Family Cemetery in Iliasovce, Slovakia

A portion of the cemetery in Iliasovce, Slovakia, in which the ancestors of the Mikler and Strauch families are buried. Photo was taken in 1994, but graves date back hundreds of years. Colored print scanned on Epson 10000 at SLLC, April...

St. Luke's Lutheran Church-Administrative Staff, 1994

At the time of the building of the new sanctuary (dedicated in November, 1993), St. Luke's congregation had one Pastor: Rev. E.J. Rossow (center) and a Parish Assistant: Robert Flesch, former Principal of St. Luke's School(left). Assisting...

St. Luke's Chapel-Vertical View of Altar. c. 1994

In designing the new facility, constructed from 1991-93,St. Luke's accepted the reality that one of the older portions of the existing church (1957 transepts and expanded chancel area) would have to be demolished. But the original brick...

St. Luke's Church and School Staff Members with Rev. Edwin J. Rossow. 1994

Pastor, school and church staff and officers gather for a photo in the new sanctuary. ca. 1993-94. Left to right. BACK row: 1.Vicar (unidentified)2. Don Eicholtz 3. Ruth Wiedenmann 4. Roger Whitnet 5. Nancy Whitney 6. Robert Flesch 7. Jon...

Orlando Luther: Luther Middle School + Luther High School

A promotional piece, produced in 1993-94 to recruit students to "Orlando Luther" explains that the new name of the school is an umbrella for both "Luther Middle School" (grades 7 & 8) and "Luther High School" (grades 9-12) which shared...

Orlando Luther: Luther Middle School + Luther High School

A promotional piece, produced in 1993-94 to recruit students to "Orlando Luther" explains that the new name of the school is an umbrella for both "Luther Middle School" (grades 7 & 8) and "Luther High School" (grades 9-12) which shared...

Exterior and interior views of Duda Family's ancestral church in Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia

Three photos, taken in 1994, of the Duda family's ancestral church in Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia. The church (exterior view), built in 1791, underwent some restorations at this time. The chandelier seen on the interior image of the...

Exterior and interior views of Duda Family's ancestral church in Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia

Three photos, taken in 1994, of the Duda family's ancestral church in Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia. The church (exterior view), built in 1791, underwent some restorations at this time. The chandelier seen on the interior image of the...

Exterior and interior views of Duda Family's ancestral church in Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia

Three photos, taken in 1994, of the Duda family's ancestral church in Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia. The church (exterior view), built in 1791, underwent some restorations at this time. The chandelier seen on the interior image of the...

Exterior and interior views of Duda Family's ancestral church in Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia

Three photos, taken in 1994, of the Duda family's ancestral church in Adamovske Kochanovce, Slovakia. The church (exterior view), built in 1791, underwent some restorations at this time. The chandelier seen on the interior image of the...

History of Luther HS:The LHSA of Central FL, Inc

The October 1994 edition (Volume 12, Number 8) of "The Crusader," a publication of the Lutheran High School Association of Central FL, featured an article recalling how a Lutheran High School came to be established in Orlando. The concept...

History of Luther HS:The LHSA of Central FL, Inc

The October 1994 edition (Volume 12, Number 8) of "The Crusader," a publication of the Lutheran High School Association of Central FL, featured an article recalling how a Lutheran High School came to be established in Orlando. The concept...

Orlando Luther: Luther Middle School + Luther High School

A promotional piece, produced in 1993-94 to recruit students to "Orlando Luther" explains that the new name of the school is an umbrella for both "Luther Middle School" (grades 7 & 8) and "Luther High School" (grades 9-12) which shared...

Richard Wallace:Luther High School-Orlando Luther

Various images of Richard Wallace, who served as Principal, administrator and teacher for Luther High School(later known as Orlando Luther) for about a decade beginning in 1985-86. Having served as a Presidential appointee on the...

Printed program for dedication of St. Luke's new church facility, Nov. 14, 1993

The cover and a page listing the name of worship service officiants in the printed program for the dedication of the newly built facility for St. Luke's Lutheran Church. November 14, 1993.The 16 page program included liturgies and hymns...

Printed program for dedication of St. Luke's new church facility, Nov. 14, 1993

The cover and a page listing the name of worship service officiants in the printed program for the dedication of the newly built facility for St. Luke's Lutheran Church. November 14, 1993.The 16 page program included liturgies and hymns...

Printed program for dedication of St. Luke's new church facility, Nov. 14, 1993

The cover and a page listing the name of worship service officiants in the printed program for the dedication of the newly built facility for St. Luke's Lutheran Church. November 14, 1993.The 16 page program included liturgies and hymns...

St. Luke's Lutheran Church Dedication Sunday, Nov. 14, 1993

Photos of officiants at the "Dedicatory Service of Thanksgiving" (10am) and the "Festival Service of Praise" (3pm) held on Sunday, November 14, 1993 to commemorate the dedication of the congregation's newly built sanctuary and...

St. Luke's Lutheran Church Dedication Sunday, Nov. 14, 1993

Photos of officiants at the "Dedicatory Service of Thanksgiving" (10am) and the "Festival Service of Praise" (3pm) held on Sunday, November 14, 1993 to commemorate the dedication of the congregation's newly built sanctuary and...

St. Luke's Lutheran Church Dedication Sunday, Nov. 14, 1993

Photos of officiants at the "Dedicatory Service of Thanksgiving" (10am) and the "Festival Service of Praise" (3pm) held on Sunday, November 14, 1993 to commemorate the dedication of the congregation's newly built sanctuary and...

St. Luke's Lutheran Church Dedication Sunday, Nov. 14, 1993

Photos of officiants at the "Dedicatory Service of Thanksgiving" (10am) and the "Festival Service of Praise" (3pm) held on Sunday, November 14, 1993 to commemorate the dedication of the congregation's newly built sanctuary and...

Interior elements of new church facility. c. Nov., 1993

Several images captured soon after the completion of the new facility were featured in St. Luke's 1994 Directory, for members of the congregation. Included are views of the new chapel(created in 1939 brick church space), the Good Shepherd...

Interior elements of new church facility. c. Nov., 1993

Several images captured soon after the completion of the new facility were featured in St. Luke's 1994 Directory, for members of the congregation. Included are views of the new chapel(created in 1939 brick church space), the Good Shepherd...

Interior elements of new church facility. c. Nov., 1993

Several images captured soon after the completion of the new facility were featured in St. Luke's 1994 Directory, for members of the congregation. Included are views of the new chapel(created in 1939 brick church space), the Good Shepherd...

Interior elements of new church facility. c. Nov., 1993

Several images captured soon after the completion of the new facility were featured in St. Luke's 1994 Directory, for members of the congregation. Included are views of the new chapel(created in 1939 brick church space), the Good Shepherd...

Interior elements of new church facility. c. Nov., 1993

Several images captured soon after the completion of the new facility were featured in St. Luke's 1994 Directory, for members of the congregation. Included are views of the new chapel(created in 1939 brick church space), the Good Shepherd...

Interior elements of new church facility. c. Nov., 1993

Several images captured soon after the completion of the new facility were featured in St. Luke's 1994 Directory, for members of the congregation. Included are views of the new chapel(created in 1939 brick church space), the Good Shepherd...

Interior elements of new church facility. c. Nov., 1993

Several images captured soon after the completion of the new facility were featured in St. Luke's 1994 Directory, for members of the congregation. Included are views of the new chapel(created in 1939 brick church space), the Good Shepherd...

Interior elements of new church facility. c. Nov., 1993

Several images captured soon after the completion of the new facility were featured in St. Luke's 1994 Directory, for members of the congregation. Included are views of the new chapel(created in 1939 brick church space), the Good Shepherd...

Interior elements of new church facility. c. Nov., 1993

Several images captured soon after the completion of the new facility were featured in St. Luke's 1994 Directory, for members of the congregation. Included are views of the new chapel(created in 1939 brick church space), the Good Shepherd...

Interior elements of new church facility. c. Nov., 1993

Several images captured soon after the completion of the new facility were featured in St. Luke's 1994 Directory, for members of the congregation. Included are views of the new chapel(created in 1939 brick church space), the Good Shepherd...

Interior elements of new church facility. c. Nov., 1993

Several images captured soon after the completion of the new facility were featured in St. Luke's 1994 Directory, for members of the congregation. Included are views of the new chapel(created in 1939 brick church space), the Good Shepherd...

Interior elements of new church facility. c. Nov., 1993

Several images captured soon after the completion of the new facility were featured in St. Luke's 1994 Directory, for members of the congregation. Included are views of the new chapel(created in 1939 brick church space), the Good Shepherd...

Interior elements of new church facility. c. Nov., 1993

Several images captured soon after the completion of the new facility were featured in St. Luke's 1994 Directory, for members of the congregation. Included are views of the new chapel(created in 1939 brick church space), the Good Shepherd...

Baptism in the "Gymnasium Church" (Founders Hall), June 6, 1993

During the two-year period of construction of the new sanctuary, St. Luke's worship services were held in the gymnasium (Founders Hall) every Sunday. Weddings, baptisms, confirmations and funerals often took place there, as well. The east...

Baptism in the "Gymnasium Church" (Founders Hall), June 6, 1993

During the two-year period of construction of the new sanctuary, St. Luke's worship services were held in the gymnasium (Founders Hall) every Sunday. Weddings, baptisms, confirmations and funerals often took place there, as well. The east...

Foundation Stone Laying for St. Luke's new facility. April 18, 1993

Although the new church building was not yet completed. the members of St. Luke's were allowed limited access in order to have a ceremony as the "Foundation Stone" was laid in the new narthex area. Participating in the ceremony were (l-r)...

Foundation Stone Laying for St. Luke's new facility. April 18, 1993

Although the new church building was not yet completed. the members of St. Luke's were allowed limited access in order to have a ceremony as the "Foundation Stone" was laid in the new narthex area. Participating in the ceremony were (l-r)...

Foundation Stone Laying for St. Luke's new facility. April 18, 1993

Although the new church building was not yet completed. the members of St. Luke's were allowed limited access in order to have a ceremony as the "Foundation Stone" was laid in the new narthex area. Participating in the ceremony were (l-r)...

Foundation Stone Laying for St. Luke's new facility. April 18, 1993

Although the new church building was not yet completed. the members of St. Luke's were allowed limited access in order to have a ceremony as the "Foundation Stone" was laid in the new narthex area. Participating in the ceremony were (l-r)...

Foundation Stone Laying in narthex of St. Luke's 1993 facility. April 18, 1993

Seven months before St. Luke's congregation had received a Certificate of Occupancy and was able to move into the new facility that had been under construction for more than two years, it was decided to conduct a worship service...

Foundation Stone Laying in narthex of St. Luke's 1993 facility. April 18, 1993

Seven months before St. Luke's congregation had received a Certificate of Occupancy and was able to move into the new facility that had been under construction for more than two years, it was decided to conduct a worship service...

Foundation Stone Laying in narthex of St. Luke's 1993 facility. April 18, 1993

Seven months before St. Luke's congregation had received a Certificate of Occupancy and was able to move into the new facility that had been under construction for more than two years, it was decided to conduct a worship service...

Foundation Stone Laying in narthex of St. Luke's 1993 facility. April 18, 1993

Seven months before St. Luke's congregation had received a Certificate of Occupancy and was able to move into the new facility that had been under construction for more than two years, it was decided to conduct a worship service...

Foundation Stone Laying in narthex of St. Luke's 1993 facility. April 18, 1993

Seven months before St. Luke's congregation had received a Certificate of Occupancy and was able to move into the new facility that had been under construction for more than two years, it was decided to conduct a worship service...

Foundation Stone Laying in narthex of St. Luke's 1993 facility. April 18, 1993

Seven months before St. Luke's congregation had received a Certificate of Occupancy and was able to move into the new facility that had been under construction for more than two years, it was decided to conduct a worship service...

Foundation Stone Laying in narthex of St. Luke's 1993 facility. April 18, 1993

Seven months before St. Luke's congregation had received a Certificate of Occupancy and was able to move into the new facility that had been under construction for more than two years, it was decided to conduct a worship service...

Confirmation in the Gymnasium (Founders Hall), April 4, 1993

The 1993 Confirmation Class assembled in front of the "stained glass" display created by Ruth Wiedenmann for the east wall of Founders Hall(gymnasium), where the confirmation service was held. The 1957 church had already been demolished...

Iconic Rainbow Image

An image that has become a favorite of the congregation is that of the 1993 church facility, photographed after a rain shower, with a beautiful rainbow arched above the church in the eastern sky. c. late 1990s

Baptism in Narthex of 1993 Sanctuary

Rev. Gary Schuschke baptizes a young boy (family not identified) in the narthex of the sanctuary constructed in 1993. The baptismal font was originally commissioned for a 1957 church addition and was incorporated into the design of a...

Aerial View of St. Luke's and Lutheran Haven Properties c. 1993-2000

An aerial view, the photo taken sometime between the completion of St. Luke's new sanctuary (1993) and the construction of St. Luke's new two-story school facility (2000). This image also includes a view of the Lutheran Haven campus, St...

Narthex and baptismal fountain after completion of construction. 1993

The completed baptismal fountain offered an aesthetic beauty to the narthex of St. Luke's new church facility in 1993. Furthermore, the symbolism of the "living water" (Christ) which flowed into the historic marble font and provided the...

Narthex and baptismal fountain after completion of construction. 1993

The completed baptismal fountain offered an aesthetic beauty to the narthex of St. Luke's new church facility in 1993. Furthermore, the symbolism of the "living water" (Christ) which flowed into the historic marble font and provided the...

Faceted glass windows in new St. Luke's sanctuary. 1993

Designed to attract attention to the new sanctuary,especially when lighted from within, the enormous windows of colored, faceted glass on the west side of St. Luke's sanctuary draw interest from those who pass by the church from a distance...

Faceted glass windows in new St. Luke's sanctuary. 1993

Designed to attract attention to the new sanctuary,especially when lighted from within, the enormous windows of colored, faceted glass on the west side of St. Luke's sanctuary draw interest from those who pass by the church from a distance...

Temporary church office space during new church construction 1991-93

The church office was moved 3 times during Pastor E.J. Rossow's first several years at St. Luke's! In 1987, the south transept of the 1957 church, used for 30 years as vestry, office and storage space, was remodeled to allow seating for...

Temporary church office space during new church construction 1991-93

The church office was moved 3 times during Pastor E.J. Rossow's first several years at St. Luke's! In 1987, the south transept of the 1957 church, used for 30 years as vestry, office and storage space, was remodeled to allow seating for...

Worship in Founders Hall c. 1991-93

Founders Hall (dedicated in 1979) became a crucial part of St. Luke's campus during the demolition of the 1957 church and construction of a new sanctuary from 1991-93. Without this large space (gymnasium), the congregation would have had...

Worship in Founders Hall c. 1991-93

Founders Hall (dedicated in 1979) became a crucial part of St. Luke's campus during the demolition of the 1957 church and construction of a new sanctuary from 1991-93. Without this large space (gymnasium), the congregation would have had...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.11-12, 1992-93

Selected pages from two editions of "The Crusader," a publication of Luther High School (Orlando Luther, Orlando Lutheran Academy) from the years 1992 and 1993. An interesting history of the school's annual Cornfeast fundraiser and reports...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.11-12, 1992-93

Selected pages from two editions of "The Crusader," a publication of Luther High School (Orlando Luther, Orlando Lutheran Academy) from the years 1992 and 1993. An interesting history of the school's annual Cornfeast fundraiser and reports...

Homecomings-1990 and 1996- Luther High School

Images in 1993 and 1996 editions of "Shield" of Homecoming activities at Luther High School, which include several St. Luke's students: Kathy Matson, Scott Tesinsky, Kathy Duda, Gregory Love, and Homecoming King Davey Jakubcin, with...

Orlando Luther Debt Challenge confronted in 1993

An article printed in the May, 1993 edition of "Lutheran Life," Vol 15, No. 5, a publication of the Florida-GA District of the LC-MS, reports on the dire financial situation challenging the Lutheran HS Association of Central FL in handling...

Orlando Luther Debt Challenge confronted in 1993

An article printed in the May, 1993 edition of "Lutheran Life," Vol 15, No. 5, a publication of the Florida-GA District of the LC-MS, reports on the dire financial situation challenging the Lutheran HS Association of Central FL in handling...

Lake Mary Mission- Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Lake Mary, FL

The installation of a pastor for the new Lake Mary Mission of the SELC District-Lutheran Church Missouri Synod took place at St. Luke's Lutheran Church on September 18, 1983, with a special service held at 4pm. Later that same year, the...

Lake Mary Mission- Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Lake Mary, FL

The installation of a pastor for the new Lake Mary Mission of the SELC District-Lutheran Church Missouri Synod took place at St. Luke's Lutheran Church on September 18, 1983, with a special service held at 4pm. Later that same year, the...

Stained glass windows in chapel

Images of stained glass windows which were originally installed in the 1957 brick church, but were removed before the demolition of portions of that building and the construction of the new sanctuary (dedicated, 1993). The windows were...

Stained glass windows in chapel

Images of stained glass windows which were originally installed in the 1957 brick church, but were removed before the demolition of portions of that building and the construction of the new sanctuary (dedicated, 1993). The windows were...

View from the rooftop of St. Luke's 1993 sanctuary

Views from rooftop of St. Luke's sanctuary, shortly after it was completed in 1993, show that SR426 was still a two-lane road. Photos, c. mid-1990s.

View from the rooftop of St. Luke's 1993 sanctuary

Views from rooftop of St. Luke's sanctuary, shortly after it was completed in 1993, show that SR426 was still a two-lane road. Photos, c. mid-1990s.

Pastor Rossow in pulpit of new sanctuary, c.1993. Several views

Several views of Pastor Rossow, standing in the pulpit (which was originally created for the 1957 church) now located in the chancel of the sanctuary completed in 1993. It is likely that the photographer was engaged to provide several...

Pastor Rossow in pulpit of new sanctuary, c.1993. Several views

Several views of Pastor Rossow, standing in the pulpit (which was originally created for the 1957 church) now located in the chancel of the sanctuary completed in 1993. It is likely that the photographer was engaged to provide several...

Pastor Rossow in pulpit of new sanctuary, c.1993. Several views

Several views of Pastor Rossow, standing in the pulpit (which was originally created for the 1957 church) now located in the chancel of the sanctuary completed in 1993. It is likely that the photographer was engaged to provide several...

Pastor Rossow in pulpit of new sanctuary, c.1993. Several views

Several views of Pastor Rossow, standing in the pulpit (which was originally created for the 1957 church) now located in the chancel of the sanctuary completed in 1993. It is likely that the photographer was engaged to provide several...

Pastor Rossow in pulpit of new sanctuary, c.1993. Several views

Several views of Pastor Rossow, standing in the pulpit (which was originally created for the 1957 church) now located in the chancel of the sanctuary completed in 1993. It is likely that the photographer was engaged to provide several...

Pastor Rossow in pulpit of new sanctuary, c.1993. Several views

Several views of Pastor Rossow, standing in the pulpit (which was originally created for the 1957 church) now located in the chancel of the sanctuary completed in 1993. It is likely that the photographer was engaged to provide several...

Narthex and baptismal fountain after completion of construction. 1993

The completed baptismal fountain offered an aesthetic beauty to the narthex of St. Luke's new church facility in 1993. Furthermore, the symbolism of the "living water" (Christ) which flowed into the historic marble font and provided the...

Narthex and baptismal fountain after completion of construction. 1993

The completed baptismal fountain offered an aesthetic beauty to the narthex of St. Luke's new church facility in 1993. Furthermore, the symbolism of the "living water" (Christ) which flowed into the historic marble font and provided the...

Narthex and baptismal fountain after completion of construction. 1993

The completed baptismal fountain offered an aesthetic beauty to the narthex of St. Luke's new church facility in 1993. Furthermore, the symbolism of the "living water" (Christ) which flowed into the historic marble font and provided the...

Faceted glass windows in new St. Luke's sanctuary. 1993

Designed to attract attention to the new sanctuary,especially when lighted from within, the enormous windows of colored, faceted glass on the west side of St. Luke's sanctuary draw interest from those who pass by the church from a distance...

Faceted glass windows in new St. Luke's sanctuary. 1993

Designed to attract attention to the new sanctuary,especially when lighted from within, the enormous windows of colored, faceted glass on the west side of St. Luke's sanctuary draw interest from those who pass by the church from a distance...

Faceted glass windows in new St. Luke's sanctuary. 1993

Designed to attract attention to the new sanctuary,especially when lighted from within, the enormous windows of colored, faceted glass on the west side of St. Luke's sanctuary draw interest from those who pass by the church from a distance...

Faceted glass windows in new St. Luke's sanctuary. 1993

Designed to attract attention to the new sanctuary,especially when lighted from within, the enormous windows of colored, faceted glass on the west side of St. Luke's sanctuary draw interest from those who pass by the church from a distance...

Faceted glass windows in new St. Luke's sanctuary. 1993

Designed to attract attention to the new sanctuary,especially when lighted from within, the enormous windows of colored, faceted glass on the west side of St. Luke's sanctuary draw interest from those who pass by the church from a distance...

Faceted glass windows in new St. Luke's sanctuary. 1993

Designed to attract attention to the new sanctuary,especially when lighted from within, the enormous windows of colored, faceted glass on the west side of St. Luke's sanctuary draw interest from those who pass by the church from a distance...

Faceted glass windows in new St. Luke's sanctuary. 1993

Designed to attract attention to the new sanctuary,especially when lighted from within, the enormous windows of colored, faceted glass on the west side of St. Luke's sanctuary draw interest from those who pass by the church from a distance...

Faceted glass windows in new St. Luke's sanctuary. 1993

Designed to attract attention to the new sanctuary,especially when lighted from within, the enormous windows of colored, faceted glass on the west side of St. Luke's sanctuary draw interest from those who pass by the church from a distance...

Faceted glass windows in new St. Luke's sanctuary. 1993

Designed to attract attention to the new sanctuary,especially when lighted from within, the enormous windows of colored, faceted glass on the west side of St. Luke's sanctuary draw interest from those who pass by the church from a distance...

Faceted glass windows in new St. Luke's sanctuary. 1993

Designed to attract attention to the new sanctuary,especially when lighted from within, the enormous windows of colored, faceted glass on the west side of St. Luke's sanctuary draw interest from those who pass by the church from a distance...

Faceted glass windows in new St. Luke's sanctuary. 1993

Designed to attract attention to the new sanctuary,especially when lighted from within, the enormous windows of colored, faceted glass on the west side of St. Luke's sanctuary draw interest from those who pass by the church from a distance...

Temporary church office space during new church construction 1991-93

The church office was moved 3 times during Pastor E.J. Rossow's first several years at St. Luke's! In 1987, the south transept of the 1957 church, used for 30 years as vestry, office and storage space, was remodeled to allow seating for...

Temporary church office space during new church construction 1991-93

The church office was moved 3 times during Pastor E.J. Rossow's first several years at St. Luke's! In 1987, the south transept of the 1957 church, used for 30 years as vestry, office and storage space, was remodeled to allow seating for...

Temporary church office space during new church construction 1991-93

The church office was moved 3 times during Pastor E.J. Rossow's first several years at St. Luke's! In 1987, the south transept of the 1957 church, used for 30 years as vestry, office and storage space, was remodeled to allow seating for...

Worship in Founders Hall c. 1991-93

Founders Hall (dedicated in 1979) became a crucial part of St. Luke's campus during the demolition of the 1957 church and construction of a new sanctuary from 1991-93. Without this large space (gymnasium), the congregation would have had...

Lake Mary Mission- Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Lake Mary, FL

The installation of a pastor for the new Lake Mary Mission of the SELC District-Lutheran Church Missouri Synod took place at St. Luke's Lutheran Church on September 18, 1983, with a special service held at 4pm. Later that same year, the...

Lake Mary Mission- Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Lake Mary, FL

The installation of a pastor for the new Lake Mary Mission of the SELC District-Lutheran Church Missouri Synod took place at St. Luke's Lutheran Church on September 18, 1983, with a special service held at 4pm. Later that same year, the...

Lake Mary Mission- Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Lake Mary, FL

The installation of a pastor for the new Lake Mary Mission of the SELC District-Lutheran Church Missouri Synod took place at St. Luke's Lutheran Church on September 18, 1983, with a special service held at 4pm. Later that same year, the...

Lake Mary Mission- Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Lake Mary, FL

The installation of a pastor for the new Lake Mary Mission of the SELC District-Lutheran Church Missouri Synod took place at St. Luke's Lutheran Church on September 18, 1983, with a special service held at 4pm. Later that same year, the...

Wedding in "gymnasium church," August 15, 1992. Sidlik-Short wedding

The wedding ceremony for Steven Sidlik and Patricia Short took place at 2pm on August 15, 1992 in St. Luke's gymnasium (Founders Hall). Because a large portion of the brick church had been demolished to make space for a large new...

Wedding in "gymnasium church," August 15, 1992. Sidlik-Short wedding

The wedding ceremony for Steven Sidlik and Patricia Short took place at 2pm on August 15, 1992 in St. Luke's gymnasium (Founders Hall). Because a large portion of the brick church had been demolished to make space for a large new...

Wedding in "gymnasium church," August 15, 1992. Sidlik-Short wedding

The wedding ceremony for Steven Sidlik and Patricia Short took place at 2pm on August 15, 1992 in St. Luke's gymnasium (Founders Hall). Because a large portion of the brick church had been demolished to make space for a large new...

Wedding in "gymnasium church," August 15, 1992. Sidlik-Short wedding

The wedding ceremony for Steven Sidlik and Patricia Short took place at 2pm on August 15, 1992 in St. Luke's gymnasium (Founders Hall). Because a large portion of the brick church had been demolished to make space for a large new...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

100th Anniversary Booklet of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church

Title page for the Centennial booklet prepared by Holy Trinity Lutheran Church (relocated from Cleveland to Parma, OH), in 1992. Scan from "100 years if God's Grace," a commemorative booklet produced by Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Parma...

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...

Teacher John Dinda, Son of Michael Dinda, Sr.

Teacher John Dinda, in a photo taken while he served at Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church in Cleveland, OH, beginning in 1915. Mr. Dinda was the son of Michael Dinda, Sr., one of the founders of the Slavia Colony and St. Luke's Lutheran...

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...

Teacher Ferdinand Cicmanec (1901-1950)

Teacher Ferdinand Cicmanec, in a photo from the Centennial booklet produced by Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church, OH. Mr. Cicmanec was portrayed as one of the "spiritual sons" of the congregation, having served as a teacher in their...

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Construction of Cloisters, c. 1992

The 1939 structure is now joined to a large newly-constructed facility and surrounded by the cloisters. c. 1992

Interior of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Cleveland, Ohio

The interior of Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church in Cleveland. Home church for the Slavia settlers before they emigrated to Florida in 1911-12. Scan from "100 years if God's Grace," a commemorative booklet produced by Holy Trinity...

Interior of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Cleveland, Ohio

The interior of Holy Trinity Slovak Lutheran Church in Cleveland. Home church for the Slavia settlers before they emigrated to Florida in 1911-12. Scan from "100 years if God's Grace," a commemorative booklet produced by Holy Trinity...

Construction of new church facility. c.1992

Photos taken, c. 1992, during the construction of St. Luke's new church facility. The images show various phases, during which 1939 brick church (now separated from the demolished 1957 addition) was connected to the newly built portion...

Construction of new church facility. c.1992

Photos taken, c. 1992, during the construction of St. Luke's new church facility. The images show various phases, during which 1939 brick church (now separated from the demolished 1957 addition) was connected to the newly built portion...

Construction of cloisters on new facility. c. 1992

Images of the construction of the new cloisters, which created an appealing architectural connection from the 1939 brick church to the new church facility (which was completed and dedicated in November, 1993). Photos, c.1992.

Construction of cloisters on new facility. c. 1992

Images of the construction of the new cloisters, which created an appealing architectural connection from the 1939 brick church to the new church facility (which was completed and dedicated in November, 1993). Photos, c.1992.

Construction of St. Luke's new sanctuary, c. 1991-92

Photos, c. 1991-92, showing gutted 1939 brick church (1957 portion already removed) with the building of the new sanctuary behind it. The old and new sections would be joined together and the connecting space would come to be used as the...

Construction of St. Luke's new sanctuary, c. 1991-92

Photos, c. 1991-92, showing gutted 1939 brick church (1957 portion already removed) with the building of the new sanctuary behind it. The old and new sections would be joined together and the connecting space would come to be used as the...

Finishing the Bell Tower of the new facility. c.1992

When construction of the new Bell Tower had reached the appropriate stage, a large cross was affixed to its western face, as a symbol of the Christian faith of those who had erected the facility to God's glory and would worship the...

Finishing the Bell Tower of the new facility. c.1992

When construction of the new Bell Tower had reached the appropriate stage, a large cross was affixed to its western face, as a symbol of the Christian faith of those who had erected the facility to God's glory and would worship the Trinity...

Three iconic images of St. Luke's new sanctuary wall rising. c.1992

Offering views taken through the interior of the only remaining portion of St. Luke's original brick church, an unidentified photographer captured three images of the east wall of St. Luke's new facility under construction. c.1992. The...

Three iconic images of St. Luke's new sanctuary wall rising. c.1992

Offering views taken through the interior of the only remaining portion of St. Luke's original brick church, an unidentified photographer captured three images of the east wall of St. Luke's new facility under construction. c.1992. The...

The transition from demolition to construction. c.1992

Images show views of the early progress from the demolition of the 1957 transepts, which had been added to the original church, to the construction of a large new facility, soon to be joined to the 1939-built brick church.

The transition from demolition to construction. c.1992

Images show views of the early progress from the demolition of the 1957 transepts, which had been added to the original church, to the construction of a large new facility, soon to be joined to the 1939-built brick church.

Construction of bell tower and framing of exterior walls. c.1992

As the bell tower on the east side of St. Luke's new facility is being constructed, framing for the other walls begins. c.1992

Construction of bell tower and framing of exterior walls. c.1992

As the bell tower on the east side of St. Luke's new facility is being constructed, framing for the other walls begins. c.1992

Early stages of roof construction. c.1992

Framing for the unusual roof line designed for St. Luke's new church facility begins after the construction of the east wall and bell tower.

Early stages of roof construction. c.1992

Framing for the unusual roof line designed for St. Luke's new church facility begins after the construction of the east wall and bell tower.

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Frontal views: gutted 1939 church, c. 1991-92

Two frontal views of gutted 1939 church, in preparation for its incorporation into the new facility.

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Frontal views: gutted 1939 church, c. 1991-92

Two frontal views of gutted 1939 church, in preparation for its incorporation into the new facility.

St. Luke's Church Expansion. View from south of gutted 1939 church, c. 1991-92

Views of gutted 1939 brick church from both north and south, c. 1991-92. This structure was modified and incorporated into the design of a new facility with a large sanctuary. The small brick structure was then used as a chapel.

St. Luke's Church Expansion. View from south of gutted 1939 church, c. 1991-92

Views of gutted 1939 brick church from both north and south, c. 1991-92. This structure was modified and incorporated into the design of a new facility with a large sanctuary. The small brick structure was then used as a chapel.

Construction of narthex components for 1993 facility. c.1992

Interior construction of St. Luke's narthex area. c.1992. A "fountain of living water" was included in the narthex to flow into the marble baptismal font, which had first been commissioned for the 1957 addition.

Construction of narthex components for 1993 facility. c.1992

Interior construction of St. Luke's narthex area. c.1992. A "fountain of living water" was included in the narthex to flow into the marble baptismal font, which had first been commissioned for the 1957 addition.

Framing of roof and exterior walls of new church facility. c. 1992

As construction progressed, the outlines of the architectural design (which would join the new facility and the original brick church) became more apparent. These images show the framing of the roof, the exterior walls and the cloisters as...

Framing of roof and exterior walls of new church facility. c. 1992

As construction progressed, the outlines of the architectural design (which would join the new facility and the original brick church) became more apparent. These images show the framing of the roof, the exterior walls and the cloisters as...

Framing of roof and exterior walls of new church facility. c. 1992

As construction progressed, the outlines of the architectural design (which would join the new facility and the original brick church) became more apparent. These images show the framing of the roof, the exterior walls and the cloisters as...

Final stages of exterior construction of new facility. c.1992

Views of final phases of construction of the exterior of St. Luke's new facility, which was ultimately dedicated in November, 1993. Photos, c.1992 through mid-1993.

Final stages of exterior construction of new facility. c.1992

Views of final phases of construction of the exterior of St. Luke's new facility, which was ultimately dedicated in November, 1993. Photos, c.1992 through mid-1993.

Final stages of exterior construction of new facility. c.1992

Views of final phases of construction of the exterior of St. Luke's new facility, which was ultimately dedicated in November, 1993. Photos, c.1992 through mid-1993.

Final stages of exterior construction of new facility. c.1992

Views of final phases of construction of the exterior of St. Luke's new facility, which was ultimately dedicated in November, 1993. Photos, c.1992 through mid-1993.

Final stages of exterior construction of new facility. c.1992

Views of final phases of construction of the exterior of St. Luke's new facility, which was ultimately dedicated in November, 1993. Photos, c.1992 through mid-1993.

Final stages of exterior construction of new facility. c.1992

Views of final phases of construction of the exterior of St. Luke's new facility, which was ultimately dedicated in November, 1993. Photos, c.1992 through mid-1993.

Final stages of exterior construction of new facility. c.1992

Views of final phases of construction of the exterior of St. Luke's new facility, which was ultimately dedicated in November, 1993. Photos, c.1992 through mid-1993.

Construction of new church facility. c.1992

Photos taken, c. 1992, during the construction of St. Luke's new church facility. The images show various phases, during which 1939 brick church (now separated from the demolished 1957 addition) was connected to the newly built portion...

Construction of new church facility. c.1992

Photos taken, c. 1992, during the construction of St. Luke's new church facility. The images show various phases, during which 1939 brick church (now separated from the demolished 1957 addition) was connected to the newly built portion...

Construction of new church facility. c.1992

Photos taken, c. 1992, during the construction of St. Luke's new church facility. The images show various phases, during which 1939 brick church (now separated from the demolished 1957 addition) was connected to the newly built portion...

Construction of new church facility. c.1992

Photos taken, c. 1992, during the construction of St. Luke's new church facility. The images show various phases, during which 1939 brick church (now separated from the demolished 1957 addition) was connected to the newly built portion...

Construction of cloisters on new facility. c. 1992

Images of the construction of the new cloisters, which created an appealing architectural connection from the 1939 brick church to the new church facility (which was completed and dedicated in November, 1993). Photos, c.1992.

Three iconic images of St. Luke's new sanctuary wall rising. c.1992

Offering views taken through the interior of the only remaining portion of St. Luke's original brick church, an unidentified photographer captured three images of the east wall of St. Luke's new facility under construction. c.1992. The...

The transition from demolition to construction. c.1992

Images show views of the early progress from the demolition of the 1957 transepts, which had been added to the original church, to the construction of a large new facility, soon to be joined to the 1939-built brick church.

Construction of bell tower and framing of exterior walls. c.1992

As the bell tower on the east side of St. Luke's new facility is being constructed, framing for the other walls begins. c.1992

Groundbreaking for construction of new church. June 2,1991

Following the 10AM worship service on June 2, 1991, St. Luke's congregation gathered outside, near the original wooden church (now expanded and standing to the east of the 1957 brick church),for a Groundbreaking Ceremony, to mark the...

Groundbreaking for construction of new church. June 2,1991

Following the 10AM worship service on June 2, 1991, St. Luke's congregation gathered outside, near the original wooden church (now expanded and standing to the east of the 1957 brick church),for a Groundbreaking Ceremony, to mark the...

Groundbreaking for construction of new church. June 2,1991

Following the 10AM worship service on June 2, 1991, St. Luke's congregation gathered outside, near the original wooden church (now expanded and standing to the east of the 1957 brick church),for a Groundbreaking Ceremony, to mark the...

Groundbreaking for construction of new church. June 2,1991

Following the 10AM worship service on June 2, 1991, St. Luke's congregation gathered outside, near the original wooden church (now expanded and standing to the east of the 1957 brick church),for a Groundbreaking Ceremony, to mark the...

Groundbreaking for construction of new church. June 2,1991

Following the 10AM worship service on June 2, 1991, St. Luke's congregation gathered outside, near the original wooden church (now expanded and standing to the east of the 1957 brick church),for a Groundbreaking Ceremony, to mark the...

Celebration of Rev. E.J. Rossow's 35th Year in Ministry, May 6, 1991

St. Luke's congregation prepared a celebration on May 6, 1991 to honor the 35th anniversary of the ministry of Rev. E.J. Rossow, who had served as St. Luke's own pastor since March, 1982. Pastor Rossow and his wife, La Donna, were guests...

Welcome Luncheon For New Members of St. Luke's,1991

Newly confirmed adult members were traditionally honored with a "New Member Luncheon," following the worship service at which they were formally accepted as members of the congregation. This event was held either on Sunday, April 21 OR...

Head Table at a New Member Luncheon. 1991

Newly confirmed adult members were traditionally honored with a "New Member Luncheon," following the worship service at which they were formally accepted as members of the congregation. This event was held either on Sunday, April 21 OR...

Luncheon in Founders Hall to Welcome New Members. 1991

Newly confirmed adult members were traditionally honored with a "New Member Luncheon," following the worship service at which they were formally accepted as members of the congregation. This event was held either on Sunday, April 21 OR...

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Demolition and New Construction, c. 1991-92

The structure erected by the St. Luke's congregation in 1939 has now been entirely gutted and new construction can be seen in the background. c. 1991-92

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Removal of the Parsonage, c. 1991-92

The parsonage built for Pastor Tuhy and his family in the mid-1930s is being removed to make room for the construction of the new sanctuary. c.1991-92. Far right, a portion of the parsonage has been loaded onto a trailer and covered with...

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Demolition Phase, Just After Removal of Transepts, c. 1991.

St. Luke's Church as it appeared after removal of two large transepts,in 1991. The cross-shaped structure (1957) was reduced to the original brick building, which had been erected in 1939. This was done to make room for a large new...

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Construction of New Sanctuary Begins, 1991-92

Construction begins on new sanctuary. Footprint of 1957 expansion has been removed and new facility will be joined to original 1939 structure.c. 1991-92

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Demolition of North Wing (Transept) of 1957 Church, c. 1991

Demolition of the north wing (transept) of 1957 church for church expansion project. c.1991.

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Demolition Scene From East Side of Church Property. c. 1991-92

A view from the east of the scene after the demolition of the transepts (wings) added to the original brick church in 1957. Parsonage (or a portion thereof) is still standing in background, but would soon be moved from the site. Church...

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Demolition Continues as Construction Begins. c. 1991-92

Demolition and construction c. 1991-92. Roof was removed from bell tower of original (1939) structure before reconstruction could begin. Wide angle view shows contractor's sign on work-site. New construction has begun, but removal of...

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Razing of the Church Parking Area, c. 1991

The parking areas near the 1957 structure are razed in preparation for construction of St. Luke's new facility. c. 1990-1991

Wide View of Site Preparation for St. Luke's Church Expansion Project, 1991-92

Wide view of the church property during site preparation for the construction of the new facility. c. 1991. Roof has been removed from bell tower of original brick church.

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Frontal View Following Demolition Phase, c. 1991

View from SR 426 of the church property as it appeared c. 1991, following demolition phase of the church expansion project. Skeleton of new tower roof is on original (1939) brick church.

West Side of North Transept. 1991: Before Demolition

View of west side of north transept of 1957 brick church before it was demolished for the new construction project.

Stained Glass Window Above Altar In 1957 Brick Church. Photo: 1991

A view of the stained glass window above the altar, as it appeared in 1991. Note that some changes were made to the chancel area in late 1980s, when seating was added to the south transept. The entire area was demolished in 1991-92 for...

Chancel of "1957 Brick Church," As It Appeared In 1991, Before Demolition and Reconstruction

Chancel of 1957 brick church, as it appeared in 1991, before the demolition of this section of the building for the construction project. Note that several changes were made to the chancel in the late 1980s: the large carved pulpit was no...

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.

Chancel of the "1957 Brick Church," As It Appeared In 1991

View of chancel of 1957 brick church, as it appeared in 1991. Note that there were changes made to the chancel area... the altar was moved forward, etc. to provide a better view for worshipers when seating was added to the SOUTH transept...

The "Visitors' Book" On Back Wall of "Cry Room." 1991

The rear (west) wall of the "cry room" in the 1957 brick church held a tract rack and a guest book, which visitors were asked to sign. This photo was taken in 1991 before the reconstruction of this area (now known as "the chapel").

East Side of North Transept. 1991: Before Demolition

A view of the east side of the north transept of the church, in 1991, before it was demolished for the new construction project.

Cornerstone of Brick Church Erected in 1939. Photo, 1991

Photo, taken in 1991, of the 1939 cornerstone, as it appeared more than 50 years later.

South Side of 1957 Brick Church. 1991

View of south side of 1957 brick church, as it appeared in 1991 before demolition of transepts for new construction project.

Entry to St. Luke's Church Property 1991

View of the main entry to St. Luke's Lutheran Church from SR 426, as it appeared in 1991. Note that the white building to the south of the church was the former parsonage...which was used (in 1991) as the church office. This scene was to...

Church Steeple, 1991, Before Reconstruction

View of the church steeple, as it appeared in 1991, prior to the reconstruction project.

View From Chancel of 1957 Church. Image From 1991

A view from the chancel of the 1957 brick church, as it appeared in 1991, shortly before the demolition of the chancel and transepts and remodeling of the original (1939) brick structure

View From Balcony of 1957 Brick Church. 1991

View from the balcony of the 1957 brick church,as it appeared in 1991. Within months, the chancel area, the transepts leading to the north and south would be demolished and the balcony, itself, would disappear as the interior of the...

Church Office (Former Parsonage) 1991

View of the church offices (formerly, the parsonage) as the building appeared in 1991, shortly before it was removed from the property for the construction project.

School Playground. 1991

View of church property used for school playground. 1991

Picnic Grounds and School Playground Areas. 1991

View of church picnic grounds, also used as a playground area for the school, as this space appeared in 1991, before construction of new sanctuary (1992) and new school (2000).

Church Picnic Grounds. 1991

View of church picnic grounds as they appeared in 1991, before construction of new sanctuary and later construction of a new school.

From Everywhere to Bethlehem, 1991

Karen McClellan and her two sons (Jack and Brett)are participants in a Christmas tableau, "From Everywhere to Bethlehem" in the school gymnasium. December, 1991.

Photos of Rev. Edwin J. Rossow (b. 1930 - d. 2005), St. Luke's Pastor 1982-2000

Rev. Edwin J. Rossow (b. Dec.1, 1930-d.May 6, 2005)served as St. Luke's Senior Pastor from March, 1982 to his retirement in 2000. He trained at Concordia College, Ft. Wayne and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and served congregations in...

Photos of Rev. Edwin J. Rossow (b. 1930 - d. 2005), St. Luke's Pastor 1982-2000

Rev. Edwin J. Rossow (b. Dec.1, 1930-d.May 6, 2005)served as St. Luke's Senior Pastor from March, 1982 to his retirement in 2000. He trained at Concordia College, Ft. Wayne and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and served congregations in...

Interior views of demolition of 1957 additions to church. c. 1991

Several interior views of the dismantling of the interior of the brick church, in preparation for the demolition of the 1957 addition in 1991. In that process, the balcony and mothers' room ("cry room") of the 1939 portion were removed and...

Interior views of demolition of 1957 additions to church. c. 1991

Several interior views of the dismantling of the interior of the brick church, in preparation for the demolition of the 1957 addition in 1991. In that process, the balcony and mothers' room ("cry room") of the 1939 portion were removed and...

Demolition of 1957 addition begins. Exterior views. c. 1991

Several exterior views of the the demolition process for removal of the 1957 addition to the original brick church. Demolition in 1991 prepared the site for construction of a large new facility.

Demolition of 1957 addition begins. Exterior views. c. 1991

Several exterior views of the the demolition process for removal of the 1957 addition to the original brick church. Demolition in 1991 prepared the site for construction of a large new facility.

Church parsonage used for church office space 1987-91

Two photos show members of the church staff working in the temporary office space after the (1957 built) south transept of the church was renovated for additional worship space.Left to right: Diane Jakubcin, Patty Sidlik and Barbara...

Church parsonage used for church office space 1987-91

Two photos show members of the church staff working in the temporary office space after the (1957 built) south transept of the church was renovated for additional worship space.Left to right: Diane Jakubcin, Patty Sidlik and Barbara...

Founders Hall Lobby used for temporary meeting space. c. 1990-91

Two images exemplifying how the members of St. Luke's had to use all other existing spaces on campus for meetings and classes, as portions of the brick church were demolished in preparation for the church expansion project of 1991-92...

Founders Hall Lobby used for temporary meeting space. c. 1990-91

Two images exemplifying how the members of St. Luke's had to use all other existing spaces on campus for meetings and classes, as portions of the brick church were demolished in preparation for the church expansion project of 1991-92...

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Demolition and construction underway, c. 1991

Two views from SR 426: demolition and construction phases for church expansion plan are underway. c. 1991

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Demolition and construction underway, c. 1991

Two views from SR 426: demolition and construction phases for church expansion plan are underway. c. 1991

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Demolition phase, after removal of tower roof and moving of parsonage c. 1991

Demolition of the 1957 transepts is completed and the 1939 structure is gutted, with roof of bell tower removed. The parsonage has been placed on a trailer for the move to a privately-owned site. Two views. c.1991

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Demolition phase, after removal of tower roof and moving of parsonage c. 1991

Demolition of the 1957 transepts is completed and the 1939 structure is gutted, with roof of bell tower removed. The parsonage has been placed on a trailer for the move to a privately-owned site. Two views. c.1991

Construction of St. Luke's 1993 Facility

Almost a year after the Voters Meeting of St. Luke's approved a motion to "go forward" with an already modified building plan for a new sanctuary, the congregation was forced, because of cost overruns, to consider 1. deleting some rather...

Construction of St. Luke's 1993 Facility

Almost a year after the Voters Meeting of St. Luke's approved a motion to "go forward" with an already modified building plan for a new sanctuary, the congregation was forced, because of cost overruns, to consider 1. deleting some rather...

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Demolition phase, just after removal of transepts, c.1991.

St. Luke's Church as it appeared after removal of two large transepts,in 1991. The cross-shaped structure (1957) was reduced to the original brick building, which had been erected in 1939. This was done to make room for a large new...

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Demolition phase, just after removal of transepts, c.1991.

St. Luke's Church as it appeared after removal of two large transepts,in 1991. The cross-shaped structure (1957) was reduced to the original brick building, which had been erected in 1939. This was done to make room for a large new...

Interior views of demolition of 1957 additions to church. c. 1991

Several interior views of the dismantling of the interior of the brick church, in preparation for the demolition of the 1957 addition in 1991. In that process, the balcony and mothers' room ("cry room") of the 1939 portion were removed and...

Interior views of demolition of 1957 additions to church. c. 1991

Several interior views of the dismantling of the interior of the brick church, in preparation for the demolition of the 1957 addition in 1991. In that process, the balcony and mothers' room ("cry room") of the 1939 portion were removed and...

Interior views of demolition of 1957 additions to church. c. 1991

Several interior views of the dismantling of the interior of the brick church, in preparation for the demolition of the 1957 addition in 1991. In that process, the balcony and mothers' room ("cry room") of the 1939 portion were removed and...

Interior views of demolition of 1957 additions to church. c. 1991

Several interior views of the dismantling of the interior of the brick church, in preparation for the demolition of the 1957 addition in 1991. In that process, the balcony and mothers' room ("cry room") of the 1939 portion were removed and...

Demolition of 1957 addition begins. Exterior views. c. 1991

Several exterior views of the the demolition process for removal of the 1957 addition to the original brick church. Demolition in 1991 prepared the site for construction of a large new facility.

Demolition of 1957 addition begins. Exterior views. c. 1991

Several exterior views of the the demolition process for removal of the 1957 addition to the original brick church. Demolition in 1991 prepared the site for construction of a large new facility.

Demolition of 1957 addition begins. Exterior views. c. 1991

Several exterior views of the the demolition process for removal of the 1957 addition to the original brick church. Demolition in 1991 prepared the site for construction of a large new facility.

School exterior and entrance. c.late 1990s

Several images taken during the late 1990s show the main entrance and west exterior of St. Luke's Lutheran School. Visible in all images is a rustic wood cross (provenance unknown) affixed to one of the main columns. One of the images is a...

Church at the Crossroads- media coverage about St. Luke's church expansion. Oct. 1990

In an article written by Mark Pankowski and published in the Seminole Extra section of "The Orlando Sentinel" on October 21, 1990, Rev. E.J. Rossow is interviewed about the congregation's dilemma in accommodating the 500 new members who...

Church at the Crossroads- media coverage about St. Luke's church expansion. Oct. 1990

In an article written by Mark Pankowski and published in the Seminole Extra section of "The Orlando Sentinel" on October 21, 1990, Rev. E.J. Rossow is interviewed about the congregation's dilemma in accommodating the 500 new members who...

Adult Bible Class. c. 1990-91

Mr. Steven R. Sidlik, instructor for this small Adult Bible Class, hands a document to John Fenich, while the class looks on. The only other member identified is at far left, wearing a plaid skirt: Ms. Patty Short, who would become the...

Meeting in School Library. 1990

The St. Luke's school library was one of several spaces used for committee meetings during the period when the preparations for the expansion of the worship facility took place. The demolition of the brick church for this purpose mandated...

Board of Trustees Meets in Lobby of Founders Hall. c. 1990-91

Members of the Board of Trustees meet to discuss church business in the lobby of Founders Hall during the preparations for the expansion of the worship facility, 1990-91. Clockwise, from left: 1.David Nubar 1.John Jakubcin, Jr. 3...

Preparing For a Reception in Founders Hall. c. 1990

Volunteers, Debbie Jakubcin (left-center)and Caroljo Creighton (others unidentified) prepare refreshments for one of several receptions and church events held in Founders Hall in 1990-91.

Sunday School Class, c. 1990

Seven middle school age students gather for a Sunday School class in one of St. Luke's school classrooms in 1990. Far left (in blue), Jessica Lukas; far right, (blue sweater) Danny Viles. Other students are not identified.

Committee Meeting in South Transept of Church. 1990

A church committee meets in the south transept of the church, which (until 1986) had been used for the pastor's and staff offices, a radio broadcast room and sacristy. When this transept was remodeled to allow seating for more Sunday...

Pastor Rossow Leads "New Member Class." c. 1990-91

Pastor E.J. Rossow instructs a group of class members who have come to learn more about St. Luke's Lutheran Church, before deciding whether to become members of the congregation. This class was held in the main nave of the church. 1990-91.

Vicar Meets with Church Office Manager. 1990

Student pastor, Vicar Jeff Meyer, meets with the church office staff manager, Pat Lennon in the church office, located in the former church parsonage. When the "transept church" was remodeled to allow additional seating for worshipers in...

Church Leaders Meet in Temporary Space. 1990

The church parsonage...even the kitchen area, formerly occupied by Pastor Kucharik and his wife, became meeting spaces for church leaders and staff after the "transept church" was remodeled to accommodate growing attendance in 1986. Seated...

Altar of the 1957 Church; Photo From 1990

A close-up view of the altar of the 1957 church as it appeared in 1990, shortly before this portion of the building was demolished for the church expansion project. The altar had been moved forward and changes were made to the chancel area...

Chancel, View From South Transept. 1990

A view of the chancel area of the 1957 church as it appeared in 1990, shortly before the demolition of this portion of the building for the church expansion project. The chancel area had been altered in 1986 when the south transept was...

Interior of 1957 Church, View From Altar, Photo 1990

View of interior of the 1957 church as it looked in 1990, shortly before this space was gutted for the church expansion project. When the space was later 'restored' there were a number of changes made in this interior. Of note: 1. the...

Interior of 1987 Church, View from Narthex. Photo, 1990

View of the interior of 1957-87 church, taken from narthex, shortly before the transepts (areas to right and left of chancel) were completely demolished in 1991-92 for the church expansion project. Also note that the SOUTH transept (right...

St. Luke's Church Expansion. Preparing For Demolition of 1957 Church Transepts

Preparation for the demolition of the transepts which had been added to St. Luke's original (1939) brick church in 1957. Trucks parked on north side await the loading of church furniture and glass windows for storage during the...

Interior View of South Exit of 1939-Built Portion of Brick Church. Photo, 1990

A view of the interior of the 1939 brick church (the exit on south wall) just before the gutting of the structure for the church expansion project, 1991-92. The small "St. Luke" window was reinserted in the same spot after remodeling, but...

Nave and Balcony of 1957 Church, View From Altar, 1990.

A view from the altar showing the interior of the 1939 church as it was revised in 1957 and now appeared in 1990, shortly before the gutting of this structure for the church expansion project. Main portion of nave, the balcony and "cry...

View of Chancel of 1957 Church From North Transept, Photo Taken in 1990

A view of the chancel area of the 1957 church, with altar and lectern, as it appeared in 1990, shortly before the demolition of this portion of the building for the church expansion project in 1991-92.

Interior View of Cross and Stained Glass Window Above Altar in St. Luke's Chancel, c. 1990

A view of the interior of the 1957 church and the (east)wall above the altar as it appeared in 1990, shortly before the demolition of this portion of the building for the church expansion project. The altar area had been remodeled in 1987...

Demolition Plans for Removal of 1957-Built Transepts

A blueprint prepared by Figbar Associates, Inc. to guide the demolition process as St. Luke's prepared to erect a new sanctuary in the early 1990s. Architect Jose Barbosa prepared the plan which dictated the order in which the 1939 chancel...

Aerial View of St. Luke's Church and School. Mid-1990s

This aerial photo, taken from slightly southwest of the church, shows St, Luke's campus as it appeared in the mid-1990s. The new sanctuary had been completed and dedicated in 1993; St. Luke's School still operated K-8th grade classes in...

Meeting in School Library. 1990

The St. Luke's school library was one of several spaces used for committee meetings during the period when the preparations for the expansion of the worship facility took place. The demolition of the brick church for this purpose mandated...

Driveway and Main Entry of St. Luke's Lutheran School, c. early 1990s

Photo taken, likely in early 1990s, showing driveway and entrance to St. Luke's School. By this decade, several additions had been been made to the building first erected in 1949 and some portable buildings had also been added to handle...

Portraits of Paul Mikler and Virginia Mikler

Portrait photos of Paul Mikler and his wife, Virginia Mikler, probably taken for church membership directories, c.1990s

Portraits of Paul Mikler and Virginia Mikler

Portrait photos of Paul Mikler and his wife, Virginia Mikler, probably taken for church membership directories, c.1990s

Iliasovce, Slovakia. A visit to the Mikler family relatives, c. 1990

Scenes from the visit of Virginia and Paul Mikler to the town of Iliasovce in Slovakia, c. 1990. This town is the birthplace of brothers, Joseph and Michael Mikler and their wives. Some of the American descendants of the Mikler brothers.....

Interior of the (expanded in 1957) brick church in 1990

St. Luke's brick church (built in 1939 and expanded in 1957) was no longer large enough for the congregation by the 1980s. Under Pastor Rossow's leadership, the structure was remodeled in 1986-87, to accommodate the increase in attendance...

Interior of the (expanded in 1957) brick church in 1990

St. Luke's brick church (built in 1939 and expanded in 1957) was no longer large enough for the congregation by the 1980s. Under Pastor Rossow's leadership, the structure was remodeled in 1986-87, to accommodate the increase in attendance...

SLAVIA marker-Seminole County Historical Commission-1990

Various mementos of the ceremony dedicating the SLAVIA Historical marker on November 17, 1990 were interred in a Time Capsule in April, 1993 and re-discovered in 2011. The community was honored by the Seminole County Historical Commission...

SLAVIA marker-Seminole County Historical Commission-1990

Various mementos of the ceremony dedicating the SLAVIA Historical marker on November 17, 1990 were interred in a Time Capsule in April, 1993 and re-discovered in 2011. The community was honored by the Seminole County Historical Commission...

Adult Bible classes, c. 1990

Images of two Adult Bible classes held in the classroom spaces of St. Luke's Lutheran School, c. 1989-1990

Adult Bible classes, c. 1990

Images of two Adult Bible classes held in the classroom spaces of St. Luke's Lutheran School, c. 1989-1990

Exterior views of 1939 church during demolition process c.1990

During the demolition of the 1957 addition to the church, c.1990-91, in preparation for the building of a new sanctuary, the 1939-built portion of the brick facility was retained. To protect the stained glass windows and other features...

Exterior views of 1939 church during demolition process c.1990

During the demolition of the 1957 addition to the church, c.1990-91, in preparation for the building of a new sanctuary, the 1939-built portion of the brick facility was retained. To protect the stained glass windows and other features...

Views of 1957 structure before demolition in 1989-90

Shortly before the demolition of the 1957 addition c.1990, many colored images were made to preserve the memory of that space. But it should be noted that major changes were made in the chancel area c.1986: the altar was moved forward, the...

Views of 1957 structure before demolition in 1989-90

Shortly before the demolition of the 1957 addition c.1990, many colored images were made to preserve the memory of that space. But it should be noted that major changes were made in the chancel area c.1986: the altar was moved forward, the...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

LHS Athletics-early 1990s

Images of athletic activities from editions of Luther HS "Shield" published in early 1990s, as well as photo of the "Shield" editorial staff, Tom Matson and Clinton Pyle.

LHS Athletics-early 1990s

Images of athletic activities from editions of Luther HS "Shield" published in early 1990s, as well as photo of the "Shield" editorial staff, Tom Matson and Clinton Pyle.

School exterior and entrance. c.late 1990s

Several images taken during the late 1990s show the main entrance and west exterior of St. Luke's Lutheran School. Visible in all images is a rustic wood cross (provenance unknown) affixed to one of the main columns. One of the images is a...

Seth and Ann ('nee Sobek) Rook

Church directory photos of Ann Sobek Rook and her husband, Seth Rook. Anne was the daughter of Anna 'nee Klimek and Andrew Sobek, Sr. The Klimek and Sobek families are considered to be Founding Families of Slavia, since they were involved...

Seth and Ann ('nee Sobek) Rook

Church directory photos of Ann Sobek Rook and her husband, Seth Rook. Anne was the daughter of Anna 'nee Klimek and Andrew Sobek, Sr. The Klimek and Sobek families are considered to be Founding Families of Slavia, since they were involved...

Seth and Ann ('nee Sobek) Rook

Church directory photos of Ann Sobek Rook and her husband, Seth Rook. Anne was the daughter of Anna 'nee Klimek and Andrew Sobek, Sr. The Klimek and Sobek families are considered to be Founding Families of Slavia, since they were involved...

Iliasovce, Slovakia. A visit to the Mikler family relatives, c. 1990

Scenes from the visit of Virginia and Paul Mikler to the town of Iliasovce in Slovakia, c. 1990. This town is the birthplace of brothers, Joseph and Michael Mikler and their wives. Some of the American descendants of the Mikler brothers.....

Iliasovce, Slovakia. A visit to the Mikler family relatives, c. 1990

Scenes from the visit of Virginia and Paul Mikler to the town of Iliasovce in Slovakia, c. 1990. This town is the birthplace of brothers, Joseph and Michael Mikler and their wives. Some of the American descendants of the Mikler brothers.....

Interior of the (expanded in 1957) brick church in 1990

St. Luke's brick church (built in 1939 and expanded in 1957) was no longer large enough for the congregation by the 1980s. Under Pastor Rossow's leadership, the structure was remodeled in 1986-87, to accommodate the increase in attendance...

SLAVIA marker-Seminole County Historical Commission-1990

Various mementos of the ceremony dedicating the SLAVIA Historical marker on November 17, 1990 were interred in a Time Capsule in April, 1993 and re-discovered in 2011. The community was honored by the Seminole County Historical Commission...

SLAVIA marker-Seminole County Historical Commission-1990

Various mementos of the ceremony dedicating the SLAVIA Historical marker on November 17, 1990 were interred in a Time Capsule in April, 1993 and re-discovered in 2011. The community was honored by the Seminole County Historical Commission...

SLAVIA marker-Seminole County Historical Commission-1990

Various mementos of the ceremony dedicating the SLAVIA Historical marker on November 17, 1990 were interred in a Time Capsule in April, 1993 and re-discovered in 2011. The community was honored by the Seminole County Historical Commission...

Exterior views of 1939 church during demolition process c.1990

During the demolition of the 1957 addition to the church, c.1990-91, in preparation for the building of a new sanctuary, the 1939-built portion of the brick facility was retained. To protect the stained glass windows and other features...

Rev. William von Spreckelsen (b.1908-d.1990) Team Ministry member at St. Luke's Lutheran Church

Rev. William von Spreckelsen, after retiring from a varied career in pastoral ministries and as an Executive for the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, was engaged as the "Assistant to the Pastor" (Rev. John Kucharik) at St. Luke's in 1973...

Rev. William von Spreckelsen (b.1908-d.1990) Team Ministry member at St. Luke's Lutheran Church

Rev. William von Spreckelsen, after retiring from a varied career in pastoral ministries and as an Executive for the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, was engaged as the "Assistant to the Pastor" (Rev. John Kucharik) at St. Luke's in 1973...

Rev. William von Spreckelsen (b.1908-d.1990) Team Ministry member at St. Luke's Lutheran Church

Rev. William von Spreckelsen, after retiring from a varied career in pastoral ministries and as an Executive for the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, was engaged as the "Assistant to the Pastor" (Rev. John Kucharik) at St. Luke's in 1973...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

Administrators and faculty of Luther HS-Orlando Luther-OLA

Images of various members of the faculty and administration of the Lutheran High School which operated under the names of Luther HS, Orlando Luther and Orlando Lutheran Academy over its 35 years of existence. Selection of images includes...

LHS Athletics-early 1990s

Images of athletic activities from editions of Luther HS "Shield" published in early 1990s, as well as photo of the "Shield" editorial staff, Tom Matson and Clinton Pyle.

LHS Athletics-early 1990s

Images of athletic activities from editions of Luther HS "Shield" published in early 1990s, as well as photo of the "Shield" editorial staff, Tom Matson and Clinton Pyle.

School exterior and entrance. c.late 1990s

Several images taken during the late 1990s show the main entrance and west exterior of St. Luke's Lutheran School. Visible in all images is a rustic wood cross (provenance unknown) affixed to one of the main columns. One of the images is a...

School exterior and entrance. c.late 1990s

Several images taken during the late 1990s show the main entrance and west exterior of St. Luke's Lutheran School. Visible in all images is a rustic wood cross (provenance unknown) affixed to one of the main columns. One of the images is a...

The wedding of Audrey Ellen Duda to Mark Stinson- May 6, 1989

Audrey Duda and Mark Stinson were married at the altar of St. Luke's 1957 brick church on May 6, 1989. Rev. John Kucharik (retired),and Sr. Pastor, Rev. E.J. Rossow were co-officiants for the wedding.

The wedding of Audrey Ellen Duda to Mark Stinson- May 6, 1989

Audrey Duda and Mark Stinson were married at the altar of St. Luke's 1957 brick church on May 6, 1989. Rev. John Kucharik (retired),and Sr. Pastor, Rev. E.J. Rossow were co-officiants for the wedding.

The Confirmation Class of 1989

The Confirmation Class of March 19, 1989, gathered with Pastor E.J. Rossow (far right)and Vicar Steve Benke (far left). Class members (left to right): Shana Lacy, Jesse Horl (top), Todd Carter, Lisa Johnson, Jenny Jakubcin, Michael Stake...

Lukas Family Cousins Enjoy Playground at St. Luke's School. 1989

Several young Lukas Family cousins and their moms enjoy the large playground area at St. Luke's Lutheran School. 1989

Preliminary plans for St. Luke's 1993 Sanctuary c.1989

Three glimpses of earliest plans for the construction of a new sanctuary for St. Luke's Lutheran Church exist in the church archives. Blueprints for exterior elevations, for a site plan and for details of the baptistery planned for the new...

Preliminary plans for St. Luke's 1993 Sanctuary c.1989

Three glimpses of earliest plans for the construction of a new sanctuary for St. Luke's Lutheran Church exist in the church archives. Blueprints for exterior elevations, for a site plan and for details of the baptistery planned for the new...

The Slavian 1955-56 edition of St. Luke's School annual-Pages 27-29

Pages 27-29 of "The Slavian," the 1955-56 edition of the "Annual of St. Luke's Christian Day School-Slavia, Florida" (Volume VI, June, 1956), with images and information about St. Luke’s PTA and parties they planned for students and...

The Slavian 1955-56 edition of St. Luke's School annual-Pages 27-29

Pages 27-29 of "The Slavian," the 1955-56 edition of the "Annual of St. Luke's Christian Day School-Slavia, Florida" (Volume VI, June, 1956), with images and information about St. Luke’s PTA and parties they planned for students and...

The Slavian 1955-56 edition of St. Luke's School annual-Pages 30-31

Pages 30-31 of "The Slavian," the 1955-56 edition of the "Annual of St. Luke's Christian Day School-Slavia, Florida" (Volume VI, June, 1956), with images and information about St. Luke’s School athletic program. Images are of the draft...

The Slavian 1955-56 edition of St. Luke's School annual-Pages 30-31

Pages 30-31 of "The Slavian," the 1955-56 edition of the "Annual of St. Luke's Christian Day School-Slavia, Florida" (Volume VI, June, 1956), with images and information about St. Luke’s School athletic program. Images are of the draft...

Softball on St. Luke's School field, c. 1956

Boys have a game of softball, while the girls cheer them on. St. Luke's School field, c. 1956

Softball on St. Luke's School field, c. 1956

Boys have a game of softball, while the girls cheer them on. St. Luke's School field, c. 1956

Preliminary plans for St. Luke's 1993 Sanctuary c.1989

Three glimpses of earliest plans for the construction of a new sanctuary for St. Luke's Lutheran Church exist in the church archives. Blueprints for exterior elevations, for a site plan and for details of the baptistery planned for the new...

Atlantic Coast Line Depot, Orlando, Fla.

Hand colored photographic postcard of the Atlantic Coast Line Depot, Orlando, Fla. published by the H. and W.B. Drew Co. depicting the station as it appeared in the early 20th century.

Atlantic Coast Line Depot, Orlando, Fla.

Hand colored photographic postcard of the Atlantic Coast Line Depot, Orlando, Fla. published by the H. and W.B. Drew Co. depicting the station as it appeared in the early 20th century.

The wedding of David and Carolyn Duda- April 16, 1988

Carolyn Ruth Kammer and David Duda were married at the altar of St. Luke's 1957 brick church on Aptil 16, 1988. Pastor E.J. Rossow officiated at the marriage ceremony, with a homily provided by the couple's former pastor in Tampa, Rev. Ron...

The wedding of David and Carolyn Duda- April 16, 1988

Carolyn Ruth Kammer and David Duda were married at the altar of St. Luke's 1957 brick church on Aptil 16, 1988. Pastor E.J. Rossow officiated at the marriage ceremony, with a homily provided by the couple's former pastor in Tampa, Rev. Ron...

Principal Don Eicholtz and School Support Staff, c. 1988

Don Eicholtz, Principal of St. Luke's School consults with his administrative support staff, Susan Stake (seated) and Carol Stephens. Mr. Eicholtz assumed his role in 1988 and served as Principal until his retirement in 1996.

Capital Campaign, 1988. "Great Heritage-Great Future"

One year after the celebration of its 75th anniversary in March, 1987, the leaders of St. Luke's congregation launched a $3 million capital campaign to build a new sanctuary and adjunct facilities. On November 20, 1988, a "kick-off" event...

Capital Campaign, 1988. "Great Heritage-Great Future"

One year after the celebration of its 75th anniversary in March, 1987, the leaders of St. Luke's congregation launched a $3 million capital campaign to build a new sanctuary and adjunct facilities. On November 20, 1988, a "kick-off" event...

Dedication and early scenes in new Luther HS building

Images scanned from the 1987-88 editions of the LHS Yearbook, "Shield," provide a glimpse of scenes and events on the new campus during its earliest years.

Dedication and early scenes in new Luther HS building

Images scanned from the 1987-88 editions of the LHS Yearbook, "Shield," provide a glimpse of scenes and events on the new campus during its earliest years.

Capital Campaign, 1988. "Great Heritage-Great Future"

One year after the celebration of its 75th anniversary in March, 1987, the leaders of St. Luke's congregation launched a $3 million capital campaign to build a new sanctuary and adjunct facilities. On November 20, 1988, a "kick-off" event...

Capital Campaign, 1988. "Great Heritage-Great Future"

One year after the celebration of its 75th anniversary in March, 1987, the leaders of St. Luke's congregation launched a $3 million capital campaign to build a new sanctuary and adjunct facilities. On November 20, 1988, a "kick-off" event...

Capital Campaign, 1988. "Great Heritage-Great Future"

One year after the celebration of its 75th anniversary in March, 1987, the leaders of St. Luke's congregation launched a $3 million capital campaign to build a new sanctuary and adjunct facilities. On November 20, 1988, a "kick-off" event...

Dedication and early scenes in new Luther HS building

Images scanned from the 1987-88 editions of the LHS Yearbook, "Shield," provide a glimpse of scenes and events on the new campus during its earliest years.

Dedication and early scenes in new Luther HS building

Images scanned from the 1987-88 editions of the LHS Yearbook, "Shield," provide a glimpse of scenes and events on the new campus during its earliest years.

Dedication and early scenes in new Luther HS building

Images scanned from the 1987-88 editions of the LHS Yearbook, "Shield," provide a glimpse of scenes and events on the new campus during its earliest years.

Dedication and early scenes in new Luther HS building

Images scanned from the 1987-88 editions of the LHS Yearbook, "Shield," provide a glimpse of scenes and events on the new campus during its earliest years.

Dedication and early scenes in new Luther HS building

Images scanned from the 1987-88 editions of the LHS Yearbook, "Shield," provide a glimpse of scenes and events on the new campus during its earliest years.

Interior of Brick Church c. 1987

A view of the chancel of the church (as expanded in 1957) as it looked in 1987, after extensive interior remodeling. In an effort to provide more seating for worshipers, the offices, etc. were removed from the south transept and pews were...

Easter Sunday, 1987. The Chancel of St. Luke's Lutheran Church

On April 19, 1987 (Easter Sunday), St. Luke's student pastor, Vicar Wally M. Arp (who was destined to return and serve as the Senior Pastor of the church a decade later), was inspired to take this photo of the chancel, beautifully...

Church music groups rehearse, c.1987

St. Luke's Senior Choir, c. 1987, rehearses in the south transept of the brick church, as it appeared in 1987. The previous year, the church offices had been moved to the old parsonage and the south transept of the church was then...

Church music groups rehearse, c.1987

St. Luke's Senior Choir, c. 1987, rehearses in the south transept of the brick church, as it appeared in 1987. The previous year, the church offices had been moved to the old parsonage and the south transept of the church was then...

St. Luke's 75th Anniversary Cookbook, 1987

In 1987, the members of the Committee set up to plan special events and memorabilia to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran Church published a 150 page cookbook containing recipes submitted by women of the church...

St. Luke's 75th Anniversary Cookbook, 1987

In 1987, the members of the Committee set up to plan special events and memorabilia to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran Church published a 150 page cookbook containing recipes submitted by women of the church...

St. Luke's 75th Anniversary Celebration

Members, former members and friends of St. Luke's received personal,printed invitations to the congregation's 75th Anniversary Commemorative Service on Sunday, March 22, 1987 (featuring Rev. Dr. Edward Westcott as Guest Preacher) and to a...

St. Luke's 75th Anniversary Celebration

Members, former members and friends of St. Luke's received personal,printed invitations to the congregation's 75th Anniversary Commemorative Service on Sunday, March 22, 1987 (featuring Rev. Dr. Edward Westcott as Guest Preacher) and to a...

Vicar Wally Arp and Family in 1987

On April 19, 1987 (Easter Sunday), St. Luke's student pastor, Vicar Wally M. Arp (who was destined to return and serve as the Senior Pastor of the church a decade later), was inspired to take this photo of the chancel, beautifully...

Vicar Wally Arp and Family in 1987

On April 19, 1987 (Easter Sunday), St. Luke's student pastor, Vicar Wally M. Arp (who was destined to return and serve as the Senior Pastor of the church a decade later), was inspired to take this photo of the chancel, beautifully...

75th Anniversary of St. Luke's, 1987 celebrations

St. Luke's congregation celebrated the 75th anniversary of its founding (March 17, 1912) on January 25, 1987 with a special morning worship service (Dr. Albert Marcis, homilist) and coffee hour. Another festival anniversary service on...

75th Anniversary of St. Luke's, 1987 celebrations

St. Luke's congregation celebrated the 75th anniversary of its founding (March 17, 1912) on January 25, 1987 with a special morning worship service (Dr. Albert Marcis, homilist) and coffee hour. Another festival anniversary service on...

75th Anniversary of St. Luke's, 1987 celebrations

St. Luke's congregation celebrated the 75th anniversary of its founding (March 17, 1912) on January 25, 1987 with a special morning worship service (Dr. Albert Marcis, homilist) and coffee hour. Another festival anniversary service on...

75th Anniversary of St. Luke's, 1987 celebrations

St. Luke's congregation celebrated the 75th anniversary of its founding (March 17, 1912) on January 25, 1987 with a special morning worship service (Dr. Albert Marcis, homilist) and coffee hour. Another festival anniversary service on...

75th Anniversary of St. Luke's, 1987 celebrations

St. Luke's congregation celebrated the 75th anniversary of its founding (March 17, 1912) on January 25, 1987 with a special morning worship service (Dr. Albert Marcis, homilist) and coffee hour. Another festival anniversary service on...

75th Anniversary of St. Luke's, 1987 celebrations

St. Luke's congregation celebrated the 75th anniversary of its founding (March 17, 1912) on January 25, 1987 with a special morning worship service (Dr. Albert Marcis, homilist) and coffee hour. Another festival anniversary service on...

75th Anniversary of St. Luke's, 1987 celebrations

St. Luke's congregation celebrated the 75th anniversary of its founding (March 17, 1912) on January 25, 1987 with a special morning worship service (Dr. Albert Marcis, homilist) and coffee hour. Another festival anniversary service on...

St. Luke's 75th Anniversary Cookbook, 1987

In 1987, the members of the Committee set up to plan special events and memorabilia to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran Church published a 150 page cookbook containing recipes submitted by women of the church...

St. Luke's 75th Anniversary Cookbook, 1987

In 1987, the members of the Committee set up to plan special events and memorabilia to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran Church published a 150 page cookbook containing recipes submitted by women of the church...

St. Luke's 75th Anniversary Celebration

Members, former members and friends of St. Luke's received personal,printed invitations to the congregation's 75th Anniversary Commemorative Service on Sunday, March 22, 1987 (featuring Rev. Dr. Edward Westcott as Guest Preacher) and to a...

St. Luke's 75th Anniversary Celebration

Members, former members and friends of St. Luke's received personal,printed invitations to the congregation's 75th Anniversary Commemorative Service on Sunday, March 22, 1987 (featuring Rev. Dr. Edward Westcott as Guest Preacher) and to a...

Allen Organ In Brick Church, c. 1986

The 3 manual Allen organ, purchased c. 1974, after it was moved from it's original spot at the front of the nave in the 1957 church, to a new location in the south transept. The organ was relocated because the brick church was remodeled in...

St. Luke's Church Office. 1986

A view of the building used as the church office. 1986. This structure was originally built in 1935 to serve as the parsonage for Pastor Tuhy and his family. It was later remodeled and used by Pastor John Kucharik and his wife (1968-early...

Chancel area of 1957 church, as it appeared before revision in 1986

The chancel are of St. Luke's Lutheran church, as it appeared from 1957(the remodeling and expansion of the 1939 building)to 1986, when the interior space was remodeled again, to add more seating. In this photo, taken on Palm Sunday, only...

Chancel area of 1957 church, as it appeared before revision in 1986

The chancel are of St. Luke's Lutheran church, as it appeared from 1957(the remodeling and expansion of the 1939 building)to 1986, when the interior space was remodeled again, to add more seating. In this photo, taken on Palm Sunday, only...

Outdoor church sign. c. 1986

The outdoor signage placed on church property, between the (1957) brick church and SR 426. Cars driving by could see the schedule for worship services. Photos likely taken in 1986.

Outdoor church sign. c. 1986

The outdoor signage placed on church property, between the (1957) brick church and SR 426. Cars driving by could see the schedule for worship services. Photos likely taken in 1986.

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.4-5, 1983-86

Selected pages from various editions of "The Crusader," a publication of Luther High School (later Orlando Luther) from Sept., 1983-March, 1986. During this period the Lutheran High School Association of Central FL faced many challenges in...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.4-5, 1983-86

Selected pages from various editions of "The Crusader," a publication of Luther High School (later Orlando Luther) from Sept., 1983-March, 1986. During this period the Lutheran High School Association of Central FL faced many challenges in...

Construction of new Lutheran high school, c.1986

Images scanned from the 1985-86 editions of the Luther High School yearbooks show the student body gathered to celebrate the beginning of the construction of their new school and Judy Duda, a founding member of the school's Board of...

Construction of new Lutheran high school, c.1986

Images scanned from the 1985-86 editions of the Luther High School yearbooks show the student body gathered to celebrate the beginning of the construction of their new school and Judy Duda, a founding member of the school's Board of...

Luther High School- New construction, 1986

Images scanned from the 1986 edition of Luther High School's yearbook, "Shield," offer several views of the construction of the new school building on Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando.

Luther High School- New construction, 1986

Images scanned from the 1986 edition of Luther High School's yearbook, "Shield," offer several views of the construction of the new school building on Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando.

Outdoor church sign. c. 1986

The outdoor signage placed on church property, between the (1957) brick church and SR 426. Cars driving by could see the schedule for worship services. Photos likely taken in 1986.

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.4-5, 1983-86

Selected pages from various editions of "The Crusader," a publication of Luther High School (later Orlando Luther) from Sept., 1983-March, 1986. During this period the Lutheran High School Association of Central FL faced many challenges in...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.4-5, 1983-86

Selected pages from various editions of "The Crusader," a publication of Luther High School (later Orlando Luther) from Sept., 1983-March, 1986. During this period the Lutheran High School Association of Central FL faced many challenges in...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.4-5, 1983-86

Selected pages from various editions of "The Crusader," a publication of Luther High School (later Orlando Luther) from Sept., 1983-March, 1986. During this period the Lutheran High School Association of Central FL faced many challenges in...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.4-5, 1983-86

Selected pages from various editions of "The Crusader," a publication of Luther High School (later Orlando Luther) from Sept., 1983-March, 1986. During this period the Lutheran High School Association of Central FL faced many challenges in...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.4-5, 1983-86

Selected pages from various editions of "The Crusader," a publication of Luther High School (later Orlando Luther) from Sept., 1983-March, 1986. During this period the Lutheran High School Association of Central FL faced many challenges in...

Luther High School- New construction, 1986

Images scanned from the 1986 edition of Luther High School's yearbook, "Shield," offer several views of the construction of the new school building on Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando.

Luther High School- New construction, 1986

Images scanned from the 1986 edition of Luther High School's yearbook, "Shield," offer several views of the construction of the new school building on Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando.

SELC District Convention at St. Luke's, April 1985

Delegates to Convention of the SELC District of the Lutheran Church-Mo. Synod are gathered outside St. Luke's Lutheran Church in April, 1985. A joint worship service was held in the gymnasium on Sunday, April 14, 1985. District President...

SELC District Convention at St. Luke's, April 1985

Delegates to Convention of the SELC District of the Lutheran Church-Mo. Synod are gathered outside St. Luke's Lutheran Church in April, 1985. A joint worship service was held in the gymnasium on Sunday, April 14, 1985. District President...

SELC District Convention at St. Luke's, April 1985

Delegates to Convention of the SELC District of the Lutheran Church-Mo. Synod are gathered outside St. Luke's Lutheran Church in April, 1985. A joint worship service was held in the gymnasium on Sunday, April 14, 1985. District President...

SELC District Convention at St. Luke's, April 1985

Delegates to Convention of the SELC District of the Lutheran Church-Mo. Synod are gathered outside St. Luke's Lutheran Church in April, 1985. A joint worship service was held in the gymnasium on Sunday, April 14, 1985. District President...

SELC District Convention at St. Luke's, April 1985

Delegates to Convention of the SELC District of the Lutheran Church-Mo. Synod are gathered outside St. Luke's Lutheran Church in April, 1985. A joint worship service was held in the gymnasium on Sunday, April 14, 1985. District President...

SELC District Convention at St. Luke's, April 1985

Delegates to Convention of the SELC District of the Lutheran Church-Mo. Synod are gathered outside St. Luke's Lutheran Church in April, 1985. A joint worship service was held in the gymnasium on Sunday, April 14, 1985. District President...

SELC District Convention at St. Luke's, April 1985

Delegates to Convention of the SELC District of the Lutheran Church-Mo. Synod are gathered outside St. Luke's Lutheran Church in April, 1985. A joint worship service was held in the gymnasium on Sunday, April 14, 1985. District President...

SELC District Convention at St. Luke's, April 1985

Delegates to Convention of the SELC District of the Lutheran Church-Mo. Synod are gathered outside St. Luke's Lutheran Church in April, 1985. A joint worship service was held in the gymnasium on Sunday, April 14, 1985. District President...

SELC District Convention at St. Luke's, April 1985

Delegates to Convention of the SELC District of the Lutheran Church-Mo. Synod are gathered outside St. Luke's Lutheran Church in April, 1985. A joint worship service was held in the gymnasium on Sunday, April 14, 1985. District President...

Duda Brothers and Wives. June 1984

The three sons of Andrew Duda, Sr. with their wives at the celebration of oldest brother's 80th birthday at the Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall in June, 1984. Seated are the honoree, John, with his second wife, Julia 'nee Stanko Cicmanec...

Duda Brothers at John's 80th Birthday Celebration. June, 1984

Andrew Duda, Jr. (left) and Ferdinand Duda stand behind their older brother, John Duda at a family party in the Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall to celebrate John's 80th birthday. June, 1984.

Duda Brothers at Celebration of John's 80th Birthday. 1984

John Duda (seated) celebrates his 80th birthday (June, 1984) with his brothers, Andy (left) and Ferdinand. The party, which was attended by many family members and friends, was hosted by John's wife, Julia, and his children at the Lutheran...

Rossow Installation, March 14, 1982, the Officiates

The officiates at the Installation of Rev. E. J. Rossow at St. Luke's on March 14, 1982. Left to right: Rev John Kucharik, Rev. Carl Toelke. Dr. Albert Marcis. Rev. Daniel Estok.

Luther High School 1983 campaign

Selected pages from campaign presentation "For Such a Time as This" developed for building campaign of Luther High School, Orlando in 1983. Also an aerial photo of residential property on Econlockhatchee Rd. which would become portion of...

Luther High School 1983 campaign

Selected pages from campaign presentation "For Such a Time as This" developed for building campaign of Luther High School, Orlando in 1983. Also an aerial photo of residential property on Econlockhatchee Rd. which would become portion of...

Luther High School 1983 Jr.-Sr.Prom favor

The dance program/favor presented to those who attended Luther High School's Junior-Senior Prom in the Grand Ballroom of the Harley Hotel in Orlando on April 18, 1983. The theme for that event was "Just Once." Faculty member, Victor...

Luther High School 1983 Jr.-Sr.Prom favor

The dance program/favor presented to those who attended Luther High School's Junior-Senior Prom in the Grand Ballroom of the Harley Hotel in Orlando on April 18, 1983. The theme for that event was "Just Once." Faculty member, Victor...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.2-3, 1981-83

Selected pages from issues "The Crusader," published by Luther High School. Editions from 1981-83 reported that the young school received support from the DUDA corporation, earned a spot in state basketball finals and began to assemble a...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.2-3, 1981-83

Selected pages from issues "The Crusader," published by Luther High School. Editions from 1981-83 reported that the young school received support from the DUDA corporation, earned a spot in state basketball finals and began to assemble a...

Luther High School 1983 campaign

Selected pages from campaign presentation "For Such a Time as This" developed for building campaign of Luther High School, Orlando in 1983. Also an aerial photo of residential property on Econlockhatchee Rd. which would become portion of...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.2-3, 1981-83

Selected pages from issues "The Crusader," published by Luther High School. Editions from 1981-83 reported that the young school received support from the DUDA corporation, earned a spot in state basketball finals and began to assemble a...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.2-3, 1981-83

Selected pages from issues "The Crusader," published by Luther High School. Editions from 1981-83 reported that the young school received support from the DUDA corporation, earned a spot in state basketball finals and began to assemble a...

The Wedding of Ben Eggers and Lillian Jakubcin Abell, December 28, 1982

Lillian Jakubcin Abell and Ben Eggers are married at St. Luke's on December 28, 1982 and pose with their family members in the chancel area(as it had appeared since the 1957 addition to the sanctuary). Ben's son is at left and Lillian's...

Celebration for the Intallation of Rev. E.J. Rossow. March 14, 1982

Scenes from the fellowship hour in Founders Hall that followed the Installation Service of Rev. E.J. Rossow as pastor of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on March 14, 1982. One image shows Pastor Rossow greeting the Stellhorn family; another...

Celebration for the Intallation of Rev. E.J. Rossow. March 14, 1982

Scenes from the fellowship hour in Founders Hall that followed the Installation Service of Rev. E.J. Rossow as pastor of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on March 14, 1982. One image shows Pastor Rossow greeting the Stellhorn family; another...

Celebration for the Intallation of Rev. E.J. Rossow. March 14, 1982

Scenes from the fellowship hour in Founders Hall that followed the Installation Service of Rev. E.J. Rossow as pastor of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on March 14, 1982. One image shows Pastor Rossow greeting the Stellhorn family; another...

Celebration for the Intallation of Rev. E.J. Rossow. March 14, 1982

Scenes from the fellowship hour in Founders Hall that followed the Installation Service of Rev. E.J. Rossow as pastor of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on March 14, 1982. One image shows Pastor Rossow greeting the Stellhorn family; another...

Rossow Installation, March 14, 1982, Blessing From Officiants

Laying on of hands by officiants at the Installation service for Rev. E. J. Rossow. March 14, 1982. Visible are Pastor Emeritus, John Kucharisk (l.) and Rev. Wm. von Spreckelsen r.)

Rossow Installation, March 14, 1982, The Sacred Call

Dr.Albert Marcis, President of the SELC, reads the sacred call to Rev. E. J. Rossow at his Installation as St. Luke's pastor. March 14, 1982. Rev. Daniel Estok looks on.

Rossow Installation, March 14, 1982. Rossow Family at Reception

The Rossow Family enjoys the reception following the Installation of Rev. E. J. Rossow, March 14, 1982. Left to right 1.Sarah Rossow 2. Leah Rossow 3. Mrs. LaDonna Rossow 4. Pastor Rossow 5. Rachel Rossow 6.Jay Rossow 7. E. J. Rossow, Jr.

Rossow Installation, March 14, 1982, Brothers' Blessing

Fellow pastors, who have gathered to celebrate the installation of Rev. E.J. Rossow at St. Luke's, lay their hands on his head in a traditional blessing by his brothers in the pastoral ministry. March 14, 1982

Rossow Installation, March 14, 1982, SELC President and Homilist

SELC District President, Dr. Albert Marcis (left) with Rev. E.J. Rossow and Rev. Daniel Estok, who preached the sermon at the Installation service of the new pastor, March 14, 1982.

Rossow Installation, March 14, 1982, Speaking of Vows

Pastor E.J. Rossow speaks his vows to serve St. Luke's congregation faithfully. At the Installation Service, March 14, 1982.

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 ...

Rossow Installation, March 14, 1982. Sermon By Rev. Dan Estok

Rev. Daniel Estok preaches the sermon at the Installation of Rev. E. J. Rossow. March 14, 1982.

Rossow Installation, March 14, 1982, Blessing From SELC President, Dr. Albert Marcis

Rev. E.J. Rossow receives a blessing from SELC President, Dr. Albert Marcis, at his Installation as the new pastor of St. Luke's. March 14, 1982. Looking on are (l.) Pastor Emeritus, John Kucharik and (r.) former Assistant Pastor, Wm. von...

Rossow Installation, March 14, 1982 Reception In Founders Hall

Members of the congregation in Founders Hall for a reception, following the Installation of E. J. Rossow as their new Pastor. March 14, 1982.

Rossow Installation, March 14, 1982. View of Main Wing of 1957 Church

A view of the main church wing from the balcony at the Installation of Rev. E. J. Rossow. March 14, 1982.

Rossow Installation, March 14, 1982, Blessing By Congregation

Lay officers and staff of St. Luke's congregation add their blessing at the Installation of Rev. E. J. Rossow. Emeritus Pastor, John Kucharik watches from the left. March 14, 1982.

Installation Service for Rev. E.J. Rossow, March 14, 1982

Cover page of the program and listing of participants in the two worship services held at St. Luke's Lutheran Church on Sunday, March 14, 1982 to commemorate the Installation of the congregation's new pastor: Rev. E.J. Rossow

Installation Service for Rev. E.J. Rossow, March 14, 1982

Cover page of the program and listing of participants in the two worship services held at St. Luke's Lutheran Church on Sunday, March 14, 1982 to commemorate the Installation of the congregation's new pastor: Rev. E.J. Rossow

Installation Service for Rev. E.J. Rossow, March 14, 1982

Cover page of the program and listing of participants in the two worship services held at St. Luke's Lutheran Church on Sunday, March 14, 1982 to commemorate the Installation of the congregation's new pastor: Rev. E.J. Rossow

Back Cover of Book Containing "Like a Mustard Seed: The Slavia Settlement"

Image of BACK cover of book containing Paul Wehr's text, "Like a Mustard Seed: The Slavia Settlement." A watercolor painting by James L. Koevenig, commissioned by A. Duda and Sons, Inc., was used in the cover design.

Inscription By Author of "Like a Mustard Seed: The Slavia Settlement"

An inscription from author, Paul Wehr, to Judy and Walter Duda, to celebrate the completion of his work on "Like a Mustard Seed: the Slavia Settlement." c.

Cover of Book Containing "Like a Mustard Seed: The Slavia Settlement"

Image of full cover of book containing Paul Wehr's text, "Like a Mustard Seed: The Slavia Settlement." A watercolor painting by James L. Koevenig, commissioned by A. Duda and Sons, Inc., was used in the cover design.

Dedication to Rev. John Kucharik

Dr. Paul Wehr chose to dedicate the text he had written to record the history of St. Luke's Lutheran Church and the Slavia community to Rev. John Kucharik... for good reason. This pastor held an important KEY to unlocking the community's...

Front Cover of Book Containing "Like a Mustard Seed: The Slavia Settlement"

Image of FRONT cover of book containing Paul Wehr's text, "Like a Mustard Seed: The Slavia Settlement." A watercolor painting by James L. Koevenig, commissioned by A. Duda and Sons, Inc., was used in the cover design.

Duda Brothers Receive FL Agriculture 'Man Of The Year' Awards, c. 1982

Ferdinand Duda (left to right,) and his brothers, Andrew Duda, Jr. and John Duda are honored with "Man of the Year" awards in Florida Agriculture awards, c.1982, at the state fair in Tampa. They are surrounded by their wives (left to...

John and Eleanor Mikler, 1982

Color studio photo of Mr. and Mrs. John (Eleanor Mihok) Mikler. c.1982. John was the son of Michael Mikler, a founding member of the Slavia community and St. Luke's Lutheran Church.

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...

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...

The Wedding of Jeff and Peggy Lukas. November 14, 1981

Newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Jeff (Peggy 'nee Martel) Lukas pose with Rev. John Kucharik after their wedding ceremony in St. Luke's Lutheran Church. November 14, 1981. This sanctuary was the result of expansion and remodeling of the original...

Ferdinand Duda and grandson, Stephen Hrncir, October, 1981, Enhanced

On this cover from the "Orlando Sentinel Star: Florida Magazine" (October 25, 1981), Ferdinand Duda is portrayed walking in the fields of the Duda family's Zellwood farm, holding the hand of his grandson, Stephen Hrncir. The article within...

Ferdinand Duda and grandson, Stephen Hrncir, October, 1981, Original

On this cover from the "Orlando Sentinel Star: Florida Magazine" (October 25, 1981), Ferdinand Duda is portrayed walking in the fields of the Duda family's Zellwood farm, holding the hand of his grandson, Stephen Hrncir. The article within...

Basketball tournament in new gym (Founders Hall) March, 1981

Photos from a St. Luke's School basketball tournament on March 15, 1981 show the interior of the new gymnasium, dedicated in September, 1979. Until the new gymnasium was erected, school basketball teams had only an outdoor clay court for...

Basketball tournament in new gym (Founders Hall) March, 1981

Photos from a St. Luke's School basketball tournament on March 15, 1981 show the interior of the new gymnasium, dedicated in September, 1979. Until the new gymnasium was erected, school basketball teams had only an outdoor clay court for...

Duda Generations, photo on family farmland, 1981

In a photo taken by the "Orlando Sentinel" and posed on the Oviedo farmland of A. Duda and Sons in 1981, three generations of Duda family members can be seen. The three sons of Andrew Duda, Sr. (who passed away in 1958) stand in the front...

Duda Generations, photo on family farmland, 1981

In a photo taken by the "Orlando Sentinel" and posed on the Oviedo farmland of A. Duda and Sons in 1981, three generations of Duda family members can be seen. The three sons of Andrew Duda, Sr. (who passed away in 1958) stand in the front...

Basketball tournament in new gym (Founders Hall) March, 1981

Photos from a St. Luke's School basketball tournament on March 15, 1981 show the interior of the new gymnasium, dedicated in September, 1979. Until the new gymnasium was erected, school basketball teams had only an outdoor clay court for...

Carla Colebrooks, Robert Samuels, Devara Sims

A color photograph of Mr. Robert Samuels, center, in a dark suit with Ms. Carla Colebrooks, left, a junior Hospitality Management major and Ms. DeVara Sims, right, a freshman Business Administration major. They are wearing nametags and...

Female Student Works in Audiovisual Room

A black and white image of a student seated at a desk, left, in an audiovisual room in the library. She has a book placed in front of her and is writing notes. Two overhead projectors sit in front of her against the wall. At the left of...

Female Students Work in Audiovisual Room

A black and white image of a student seated at a desk, left, in an audiovisual room in the library. She has a book placed in front of her and is writing notes. At the left of the image is a cubicle where is computer is sitting. To the...

Panel Discussion

A discussion at a board room table (table running parallel to picture) with Ms. Debra Harrison of AT&T, publisher, Mr. Thomas Watkins, Mr. Charles Sterling of UNIVAX, Inc., Ms. Patricia Thomas of AT&T and moderator Mr. Whitworth Stokes, an...

View of the North Transept of 1957 Brick Church. Mid-1980s.

A view of the north transept of the church, as it appeared when the photo was taken (from the chancel area) in the mid-1980s. Note the baptismal font, which was moved to the new sanctuary dedicated in 1993 and the stained glass...

View of Chancel of Brick Church From Main Floor, Mid-1980s

Chancel of the brick church (built in 1939/expanded in 1957) as it appeared in the mid-1980s. The altar had been moved forward and the chancel area rearranged to accommodate the congregation, now seated in BOTH of the transepts, as well as...

Full View of Nave From Balcony. Mid-1980s

A full view of the front portion of the main nave and the chancel of St. Luke's brick church as it appeared in the mid-1980s. Only a portion of the transepts extending to the north and south of the chancel are visible, as are the pews...

Altar of Brick Church. Mid-1980s

The altar of the church, as it appeared in the mid-1980s after it had been moved away from the east wall to provide better sight lines for worshipers seated in the TWO transepts. The gold dossal curtain (which had hung behind the altar...

Saint Luke Nursery 1980s. Original Wood Church Transformed Again

An image that reveals how the original wooden church (place of worship from 1912-1938) was once again transformed for another use in the 1980s: it became the place where families could leave their young children while they worshiped at...

View of Main Nave From Chancel, Mid-1980s

A view from the chancel, looking westward to the nave, cry room and balcony, as the brick church (built in 1939, then expanded in 1957) appeared in the mid-1980s.

A Westward View of the Nave of the Brick Church. Mid-1980s

A view (taken from the chancel) of the brick church (originally built in 1939, expanded in 1957), showing the cry room, the balcony and the narrow narthex leading to the exterior (west) door. Photo was taken in the mid-1980s.

View of Chancel of Brick Church From Balcony, Mid-1980s

A mid-1980s view of the main nave and chancel of the brick church, as photographed from the balcony. One can see small portions of the (1957) transepts which extend outward...to north and south... from both sides of the chancel. Until the...

West (Main) Entrance to 1957 Brick Church, Mid-1980s

With the doors open wide, one can see the entrance to the brick church (expanded in 1957) as it appeared in the mid-1980's from the west (main) entrance. One entered the main nave through a narrow narthex. By the time of this photo (1991)...

Unfinished Parking Lot of Founders Hall c. Early 1980s

The unpaved parking area in front of Founders Hall of St. Luke's Lutheran Church and School. The facility was built for use as a gymnasium and multi-purpose space, along with an athletic track, and was dedicated in 1979. The image is...

Historian, Paul Wehr is Introduced to Slavia Founding Families, c. 1980

To introduce Dr. Paul Wehr to the descendants of the founding families of Slavia, a "Founders' Feast" was held at the Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall. The party was hosted by Walter and Judy Duda and the 200 invited guests had been asked to...

Author, Dr. Paul Wehr. c. 1980

Dr. Paul Wehr, as he appeared c. 1980. Dr. Wehr was a professor of history at UCF and the author of "Like a Mustard Seed: the Slavia Settlement" (1982 - Mickler Publishing House), a history of the early years of Slavia and St. Luke's...

Mr. and Mrs. Adam (Mary 'nee Kopca) Klimek, Jr. c. 1980s

The Adam Klimek, Jr. Family is considered one of the Founding Families of Slavia even though the patriarch and his wife did not become permanent residents of Slavia (the Lutheran Haven) until the mid-1970s. Early in Slavia's history, c...

Ribbon-cutting ceremony

A black and white image of a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Ja-Flo Davis Residence Hall. There are two lines of people on each side of the double-glass doors, five in the left line and four on the right line. All of the men and women present...

Ribbon-cutting ceremony

A black and white image of a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Ja-Flo Davis Residence Hall. There are two lines of people on each side of the double-glass doors, five in the left line and four on the right line. All of the men and women present...

Julian Bond gives a speech

A black and white image of Dr. Julian Bond making a speech at Bethune-Cookman University. He is standing behind a podium, talking into a microphone. To his right a man can be seen seated. In the background can be seen theater curtains. ...

Julian Bond gives a speech

A black and white image of Dr. Julian Bond making a speech at Bethune-Cookman University. He is standing behind a podium, talking into a microphone. To his right a man can be seen seated. In the background can be seen theater curtains. ...

Aerial views of the construction of Founders Hall and new track, c. 1978, and of campus after completion of the project, c.1980.

Two aerial views of the church, school and a portion of the Haven campus in the late 1970s, during the construction of Founders Hall... a gymnasium and multi-purpose addition for the use of the church and school. Note that SR 426 is still...

Aerial views of the construction of Founders Hall and new track, c. 1978, and of campus after completion of the project, c.1980.

Two aerial views of the church, school and a portion of the Haven campus in the late 1970s, during the construction of Founders Hall... a gymnasium and multi-purpose addition for the use of the church and school. Note that SR 426 is still...

Rev. Wally M. Arp, Pastor of St. Luke's Lutheran Church

Rev. Wally M. Arp was born in 1958 to Rev. Gary and Marjorie Arp and grew up in Iowa. During his seminary training at Concordia Seminary, Ft. Wayne, IN, he served from 1986-87 as Vicar for St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Slavia, under the...

Rev. Wally M. Arp, Pastor of St. Luke's Lutheran Church

Rev. Wally M. Arp was born in 1958 to Rev. Gary and Marjorie Arp and grew up in Iowa. During his seminary training at Concordia Seminary, Ft. Wayne, IN, he served from 1986-87 as Vicar for St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Slavia, under the...

Sunday School classes, late 1980s

Photos of three Sunday School classes for children held in the auditorium and classrooms of St. Luke's Lutheran School, c. 1986-89. This facility had originally been erected in 1947 and had been expanded several times during the next 40...

Sunday School classes, late 1980s

Photos of three Sunday School classes for children held in the auditorium and classrooms of St. Luke's Lutheran School, c. 1986-89. This facility had originally been erected in 1947 and had been expanded several times during the next 40...

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...

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...

Exterior views of St. Luke's Lutheran School. c.1980

Exterior views of the St. Luke's Lutheran School complex in photos taken c. 1980 show the several additions that were made since the initial construction of the first permanent school in 1947. The original building included only a few...

Exterior views of St. Luke's Lutheran School. c.1980

Exterior views of the St. Luke's Lutheran School complex in photos taken c. 1980 show the several additions that were made since the initial construction of the first permanent school in 1947. The original building included only a few...

Luther High School- Scenes from early 1980's

Collection of images showing various Luther High School programs, which often involved parents and other Lutheran community members.Sports were played on the athletic fields of St. Luke's. LHS music students performed for seniors living at...

Luther High School- Scenes from early 1980's

Collection of images showing various Luther High School programs, which often involved parents and other Lutheran community members.Sports were played on the athletic fields of St. Luke's. LHS music students performed for seniors living at...

Richard Wallace:Luther High School-Orlando Luther

Various images of Richard Wallace, who served as Principal, administrator and teacher for Luther High School(later known as Orlando Luther) for about a decade beginning in 1985-86. Having served as a Presidential appointee on the...

Richard Wallace:Luther High School-Orlando Luther

Various images of Richard Wallace, who served as Principal, administrator and teacher for Luther High School(later known as Orlando Luther) for about a decade beginning in 1985-86. Having served as a Presidential appointee on the...

Luther High School-Portable Buildings in 1980s

Two images, scanned from the 1985 edition of the school's yearbook, "Shield," show portable buildings placed on the campus of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Orlando, for use as classrooms for Luther High School in the early 1980s. The...

Luther High School-Portable Buildings in 1980s

Two images, scanned from the 1985 edition of the school's yearbook, "Shield," show portable buildings placed on the campus of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Orlando, for use as classrooms for Luther High School in the early 1980s. The...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.1, No.1 and 2, 1980

Select pages from the first two editions of "The Crusader," published by the Lutheran High School on 1980. The paper was edited by Judy Duda in the early years, with the goal of enhancing the image of Luther High School in Lutheran...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.1, No.1 and 2, 1980

Select pages from the first two editions of "The Crusader," published by the Lutheran High School on 1980. The paper was edited by Judy Duda in the early years, with the goal of enhancing the image of Luther High School in Lutheran...

Lutheran Haven residents in chorus, c.1980s, Women's Chorus

Once a large Fellowship Hall was built (1976) and the spacious room and stage were available to Lutheran Haven residents, a number of entertaining and inspiring productions were presented by "Havenites." One of the first two groups to...

Lutheran Haven residents in chorus, c.1980s, Men's Chorus

Once a large Fellowship Hall was built (1976) and the spacious room and stage were available to Lutheran Haven residents, a number of entertaining and inspiring productions were presented by "Havenites." One of the first two groups to...

Portraits of Paul Mikler and Virginia Mikler

Portrait photos of Paul Mikler and his wife, Virginia Mikler, probably taken for church membership directories, c.1990s

Sunday School classes, late 1980s

Photos of three Sunday School classes for children held in the auditorium and classrooms of St. Luke's Lutheran School, c. 1986-89. This facility had originally been erected in 1947 and had been expanded several times during the next 40...

Exterior views of St. Luke's Lutheran School. c.1980

Exterior views of the St. Luke's Lutheran School complex in photos taken c. 1980 show the several additions that were made since the initial construction of the first permanent school in 1947. The original building included only a few...

Luther High School- Scenes from early 1980's

Collection of images showing various Luther High School programs, which often involved parents and other Lutheran community members.Sports were played on the athletic fields of St. Luke's. LHS music students performed for seniors living at...

Luther High School- Scenes from early 1980's

Collection of images showing various Luther High School programs, which often involved parents and other Lutheran community members.Sports were played on the athletic fields of St. Luke's. LHS music students performed for seniors living at...

Luther High School- Scenes from early 1980's

Collection of images showing various Luther High School programs, which often involved parents and other Lutheran community members.Sports were played on the athletic fields of St. Luke's. LHS music students performed for seniors living at...

Luther High School- Scenes from early 1980's

Collection of images showing various Luther High School programs, which often involved parents and other Lutheran community members.Sports were played on the athletic fields of St. Luke's. LHS music students performed for seniors living at...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.1, No.1 and 2, 1980

Select pages from the first two editions of "The Crusader," published by the Lutheran High School on 1980. The paper was edited by Judy Duda in the early years, with the goal of enhancing the image of Luther High School in Lutheran...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.1, No.1 and 2, 1980

Select pages from the first two editions of "The Crusader," published by the Lutheran High School on 1980. The paper was edited by Judy Duda in the early years, with the goal of enhancing the image of Luther High School in Lutheran...

Luther High School:The Crusader Vol.1, No.1 and 2, 1980

Select pages from the first two editions of "The Crusader," published by the Lutheran High School on 1980. The paper was edited by Judy Duda in the early years, with the goal of enhancing the image of Luther High School in Lutheran...

Sunday Bulletin, September 9, 1979

The Sunday "bulletin" for September 9, 1979 offers additional insight as to the pastors and laity who served as church and school leaders during this period and on the very day the new Founders Hall facility was dedicated.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Graduation ceremony

A black and white image taken of rows of African American male and female students dressed in white and holding candles. They are standing and singing at a graduation ceremony for Bethune-Cookman University. They appear to be in an...

Graduation ceremony

A black and white image taken of rows of African American male and female students dressed in white and holding candles. They are standing and singing at a graduation ceremony for Bethune-Cookman University. They appear to be in an...

Duda Family: Second and Third Generations

The second and third generations of the Andrew Duda, Sr. Family gather for an appreciation banquet given in honor of their corporate employees at the Crown Plaza Hotel in Orlando, c. 1979. With the exception of two of the fourteen...

Thomas White Hall entrance

A black and white image of the entrance to White Hall. The columned entrance has a sign that reads "White Hall." Hanging from the entrance is a sign that reads, "Registration: Spring Semester '79." On either side of the entrance are two...

Thomas White Hall entrance

A black and white image of the entrance to White Hall. The columned entrance has a sign that reads "White Hall." Hanging from the entrance is a sign that reads, "Registration: Spring Semester '79." On either side of the entrance are two...

Julian Bond with Bethune-Cookman faculty

A black and white image of four people standing amongst a crowd of people at Bethune-Cookman University. At the left of the image is Mrs. James W. Henley, who is wearing a long-sleeved turtleneck and is holding three wrapped gifts in her...

Julian Bond with Bethune-Cookman faculty

A black and white image of four people standing amongst a crowd of people at Bethune-Cookman University. At the left of the image is Mrs. James W. Henley, who is wearing a long-sleeved turtleneck and is holding three wrapped gifts in her...

Groundbreaking (1978)and Dedication (1979) of Founders Hall

The groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of Founders Hall (St. Luke's new gymnasium and multi-purpose facility) was held on September 24, 1978. One year later, on Sunday, September 9, 1979, more than 500 people gathered for a...

Groundbreaking (1978)and Dedication (1979) of Founders Hall

The groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of Founders Hall (St. Luke's new gymnasium and multi-purpose facility) was held on September 24, 1978. One year later, on Sunday, September 9, 1979, more than 500 people gathered for a...

Graduation-1979 Luther High School in Orlando

Collection of snapshots taken in May, 1979, at the graduation of the 2nd class of Luther High School seniors. The ceremony was held in the sanctuary of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Orlando, at which the school was located at that time...

Graduation-1979 Luther High School in Orlando

Collection of snapshots taken in May, 1979, at the graduation of the 2nd class of Luther High School seniors. The ceremony was held in the sanctuary of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Orlando, at which the school was located at that time...

Groundbreaking (1978)and Dedication (1979) of Founders Hall

The groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of Founders Hall (St. Luke's new gymnasium and multi-purpose facility) was held on September 24, 1978. One year later, on Sunday, September 9, 1979, more than 500 people gathered for a...

Groundbreaking (1978)and Dedication (1979) of Founders Hall

The groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of Founders Hall (St. Luke's new gymnasium and multi-purpose facility) was held on September 24, 1978. One year later, on Sunday, September 9, 1979, more than 500 people gathered for a...

Groundbreaking (1978)and Dedication (1979) of Founders Hall

The groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of Founders Hall (St. Luke's new gymnasium and multi-purpose facility) was held on September 24, 1978. One year later, on Sunday, September 9, 1979, more than 500 people gathered for a...

Graduation-1979 Luther High School in Orlando

Collection of snapshots taken in May, 1979, at the graduation of the 2nd class of Luther High School seniors. The ceremony was held in the sanctuary of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Orlando, at which the school was located at that time...

Graduation-1979 Luther High School in Orlando

Collection of snapshots taken in May, 1979, at the graduation of the 2nd class of Luther High School seniors. The ceremony was held in the sanctuary of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Orlando, at which the school was located at that time...

Graduation-1979 Luther High School in Orlando

Collection of snapshots taken in May, 1979, at the graduation of the 2nd class of Luther High School seniors. The ceremony was held in the sanctuary of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Orlando, at which the school was located at that time...

Outdoor worship and picnic, Sunday, September 24, 1978

On Sunday, September 24, 1978, the members of St. Luke's broke ground for a new gymnasium and fellowship hall (Founders Hall). On this special occasion the congregation held an 11 AM worship service on the church picnic grounds and...

Outdoor worship and picnic, Sunday, September 24, 1978

On Sunday, September 24, 1978, the members of St. Luke's broke ground for a new gymnasium and fellowship hall (Founders Hall). On this special occasion the congregation held an 11 AM worship service on the church picnic grounds and...

Outdoor worship and picnic, Sunday, September 24, 1978

On Sunday, September 24, 1978, the members of St. Luke's broke ground for a new gymnasium and fellowship hall (Founders Hall). On this special occasion the congregation held an 11 AM worship service on the church picnic grounds and...

Outdoor worship and picnic, Sunday, September 24, 1978

On Sunday, September 24, 1978, the members of St. Luke's broke ground for a new gymnasium and fellowship hall (Founders Hall). On this special occasion the congregation held an 11 AM worship service on the church picnic grounds and...

Outdoor worship and picnic, Sunday, September 24, 1978

On Sunday, September 24, 1978, the members of St. Luke's broke ground for a new gymnasium and fellowship hall (Founders Hall). On this special occasion the congregation held an 11 AM worship service on the church picnic grounds and...

Outdoor worship and picnic, Sunday, September 24, 1978

On Sunday, September 24, 1978, the members of St. Luke's broke ground for a new gymnasium and fellowship hall (Founders Hall). On this special occasion the congregation held an 11 AM worship service on the church picnic grounds and...

Outdoor worship and picnic, Sunday, September 24, 1978

On Sunday, September 24, 1978, the members of St. Luke's broke ground for a new gymnasium and fellowship hall (Founders Hall). On this special occasion the congregation held an 11 AM worship service on the church picnic grounds and...

Outdoor worship and picnic, Sunday, September 24, 1978

On Sunday, September 24, 1978, the members of St. Luke's broke ground for a new gymnasium and fellowship hall (Founders Hall). On this special occasion the congregation held an 11 AM worship service on the church picnic grounds and...

George Jakubcin, Sr. (B. June 14, 1887-D. June 5, 1978)

George, Jakubcin, Sr., a charter member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church and patriarch of one of the Founding Families of Slavia. Photo, c. 1960. Image also appears in Fifty Years of Grace and Mercy (1962) and was scanned at SLLS, 2001 for...

George Jakubcin, Sr. (B. June 14, 1887-D. June 5, 1978)

George, Jakubcin, Sr., a charter member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church and patriarch of one of the Founding Families of Slavia. Photo, c. 1960. Image also appears in Fifty Years of Grace and Mercy (1962) and was scanned at SLLS, 2001 for...

SELC Convention at St. Luke's, 1972: Delegates and Pastors

Gathering of the delegates and pastors attending the SELC District Convention (1972), hosted by St. Luke's Lutheran Church. Second row: 3rd from left: Mickey Kohany (Lutheran Haven Supt.); 6th from left: Rev. John Kucharik (Pastor/St...

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats football game

A black and white image of the Wildcats football game in progress. Player number 42 is holding onto the ball and running upfield. The players are all wearing their uniforms, gear, and helmets. In the background of the image are...

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats football game

A black and white image of the Wildcats football game in progress. Player number 42 is holding onto the ball and running upfield. The players are all wearing their uniforms, gear, and helmets. In the background of the image are...

Bethune-Cookman choir

A black and white image of the 1978 Concert Chorale of Bethune-Cookman University. The choir consists of male and female African American students. They are all wearing matching choir robes and are standing on risers outside a college...

Bethune-Cookman choir

A black and white image of the 1978 Concert Chorale of Bethune-Cookman University. The choir consists of male and female African American students. They are all wearing matching choir robes and are standing on risers outside a college...

Great Day in the Country on St. Luke's picnic grounds, April 30, 1977

Photos and press clipping of the annual "Great Day in the Country" fundraiser presented by the Oviedo Women's Club and held on the picnic grounds of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on April 30, 1977. The spacious picnic area behind the brick...

Great Day in the Country on St. Luke's picnic grounds, April 30, 1977

Photos and press clipping of the annual "Great Day in the Country" fundraiser presented by the Oviedo Women's Club and held on the picnic grounds of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on April 30, 1977. The spacious picnic area behind the brick...

Richard Copeland, Chemistry professor

A black and white photograph of Dr. Richard Copeland, a chemistry professor at Bethune-Cookman University. He is wearing a button-up shirt, a tie, and has a pen in his pocket. He is holding onto some chemistry equipment. On the back of...

Richard Copeland, Chemistry professor

A black and white photograph of Dr. Richard Copeland, a chemistry professor at Bethune-Cookman University. He is wearing a button-up shirt, a tie, and has a pen in his pocket. He is holding onto some chemistry equipment. On the back of...

Muriel Milley

A black and white photograph of Muriel Milley, dresses in a flannel suit jacket and skirt. She is standing in an empty classroom. On the back of the photograph is the yearbook stamp, as well as the stamp of the photographer.

Muriel Milley

A black and white photograph of Muriel Milley, dresses in a flannel suit jacket and skirt. She is standing in an empty classroom. On the back of the photograph is the yearbook stamp, as well as the stamp of the photographer.

A female teacher provides instruction

A black and white image of an unidentified female professor, left, sitting on the edge of a desk. Around her sit two African American students. The teacher is wearing a dress and bracelets. The male student at the left is wearing a...

A female teacher provides instruction

A black and white image of an unidentified female professor, left, sitting on the edge of a desk. Around her sit two African American students. The teacher is wearing a dress and bracelets. The male student at the left is wearing a...

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity performance

A black and white image of two Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. fraternity members wearing costumes, white gloves, and white paint in their hair and on their face. They are wearing jumpsuits and are holding canes. They are performing in...

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity performance

A black and white image of two Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. members wearing costumes, white gloves, and white paint in their hair and on their face. They are wearing jumpsuits and are holding canes. They are performing in front of an...

Omega Psi Phi fraternity performance

A black and white image of four Omega Psi Phi fraternity brothers wearing costumes, white gloves, and white paint on their faces and hair during a performance at Bethune-Cookman University. They are dancing with props which look like...

Omega Psi Phi fraternity performance

A black and white image of four Omega Psi Phi fraternity brothers wearing costumes, white gloves, and white paint on their faces and hair during a performance at Bethune-Cookman University. They are dancing with props which look like...

Modern dance club

A black and whtie image of a line of six African American women dancing in the gymnasium at Bethune-Cookman University. They have one hand on their hip and one hand in the air. They are wearing matching outfits, which consists of a white...

Modern dance club

A black and whtie image of a line of six African American women dancing in the gymnasium at Bethune-Cookman University. They have one hand on their hip and one hand in the air. They are wearing matching outfits, which consists of a white...

Modern dance club

A black and white image of two African American women dressed in white hats and wearing large overcoats, standing in the gym at Bethune-Cookman University. They appear to be either speaking or singing. Behind them are bleachers where...

Modern dance club

A black and white image of two African American women dressed in white hats and wearing large overcoats, standing in the gym at Bethune-Cookman University. They appear to be either speaking or singing. Behind them are bleachers where...

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity performance

A black and white image of two Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. probates posed in a gym in costumes, top hats, and holding canes. They are each holding a sign shaped like a half-moon in front of them which reads, "Probates." In the...

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity performance

A black and white image of two Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. probates posed in a gym in costumes, top hats, and holding canes. They are each holding a sign shaped like a half-moon in front of them which reads, "Probates." In the...

Omega Psi Phi fraternity performance

A black and white image of a Omega Psi Phi fraternity member wearing paint on his face and in his hair. He is also wearing a costume with tinsel around his neck. He is holding up a prop, which is a shield that has been painted with the...

Omega Psi Phi fraternity performance

A black and white image of a Omega Psi Phi fraternity member wearing paint on his face and in his hair. He is also wearing a costume with tinsel around his neck. He is holding up a prop, which is a shield that has been painted with the...

Homecoming parade

A black and white photograph of an African American female student, wearing a dress and a long cape, smiling and waving while sitting atop a float riding in a Homecoming parade. She is sitting on a throne, decorated with tin foil and...

Homecoming parade

A black and white photograph of an African American female student, wearing a dress and a long cape, smiling and waving while sitting atop a float riding in a Homecoming parade. She is sitting on a throne, decorated with tin foil and...

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats marching band

A color image of the Bethune-Cookman University marching band performing on a football field. In the front of the image are two drum majors. They are wearing red and yellow marching uniforms, in the style of the rest of the band, except...

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats marching band

A color image of the Bethune-Cookman University marching band performing on a football field. In the front of the image are two drum majors. They are wearing red and yellow marching uniforms, in the style of the rest of the band, except...

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats marching band

A black and white image of the male marching band drumline performing shirtless in the gymnasium. They are carrying their drums attached to a strap over their shoulders. At the right of the image, two other drumline members carry tubas...

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats marching band

A black and white image of the male marching band drumline performing shirtless in the gymnasium. They are carrying their drums attached to a strap over their shoulders. At the right of the image, two other drumline members carry tubas...

Female student walks to class

A black and white image of an unidentified African American female student walking on the sidewalk to class. She is wearing a suit jacket and skirt, and a scarf around her neck. She is carrying her school books in her hand. On the pages...

Female student walks to class

A black and white image of an unidentified African American female student walking on the sidewalk to class. She is wearing a suit jacket and skirt, and a scarf around her neck. She is carrying her school books in her hand. On the pages...

Male students gather on campus

A black and white image of a large group of male students gathered on the lawn in front of two college buildings, which can be seen in the background behind some trees. The men appear to be holding candy canes, and are all dressed...

Male students gather on campus

A black and white image of a large group of male students gathered on the lawn in front of two college buildings, which can be seen in the background behind some trees. The men appear to be holding candy canes, and are all dressed...

Tra-Co-Dram: Re-enactment of nativity scene

A black and white image of three African American men and one African American female student recreating a nativity scene. The woman on the left is playing Mary, and she is wearing a robe and holding an infant doll. The three other men...

Tra-Co-Dram: Re-enactment of nativity scene

A black and white image of three African American men and one African American female student recreating a nativity scene. The woman on the left is playing Mary, and she is wearing a robe and holding an infant doll. The three other men...

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats marching band

A black and white image of an African American man introducing the Bethune-Cookman University band. He is standing on a football field and is wearing a light-colored suit jacket and shirt. He is speaking into a microphone. To the right of...

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats marching band

A black and white image of an African American man introducing the Bethune-Cookman University band. He is standing on a football field and is wearing a light-colored suit jacket and shirt. He is speaking into a microphone. To the right...

Professor-student conference

A black and white image of a student and a teacher during a conference at Bethune-Cookman University. The student is sitting in a chair at the left of the image and has his hands intertwined in front of him. At the right of the image is...

Professor-student conference

A black and white image of a student and a teacher during a conference at Bethune-Cookman University. The student is sitting in a chair at the left of the image and has his hands intertwined in front of him. At the right of the image is...

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats cheerleader

A black and white photograph of a Bethune-Cookman cheerleader doing a toe-touch jump. She is wearing a Bethune-Cookman uniform with the letter "B" on the front, and has jumped in the air, kicking her legs out to her sides, and touching...

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats cheerleader

A black and white photograph of a Bethune-Cookman cheerleader doing a toe-touch jump. She is wearing a Bethune-Cookman uniform with the letter "B" on the front, and has jumped in the air, kicking her legs out to her sides, and touching...

Student Ronnie Lee Priester receives an award

A black and white image of three African American males standing in an unknown room. The camption on the front of the photograph reads, "Reading from left to right: Dr. Ulysses G. Horne, director, Region V Office of Compensatory...

Student Ronnie Lee Priester receives an award

A black and white image of three African American males standing in an unknown room. The camption on the front of the photograph reads, "Reading from left to right: Dr. Ulysses G. Horne, director, Region V Office of Compensatory...

Luther High School (Orlando) on leased campus. 1975-76

Luther High School (in Orlando) "opened its doors for its first classes on September 2, 1975 for some twenty-six 'pioneer' students and four full-time teachers at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church facility..." A two page photo spread in...

Luther High School (Orlando) on leased campus. 1975-76

Luther High School (in Orlando) "opened its doors for its first classes on September 2, 1975 for some twenty-six 'pioneer' students and four full-time teachers at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church facility..." A two page photo spread in...

Athletics and student events in Luther High School's first year. 1975-76

Photos from Luther High School's yearbook ("Shield") during its inaugural academic academic year in 1975-76, when the school had a total co-ed enrollment of only 26 students in its first 9th and 10th grades. The school managed to put...

Athletics and student events in Luther High School's first year. 1975-76

Photos from Luther High School's yearbook ("Shield") during its inaugural academic academic year in 1975-76, when the school had a total co-ed enrollment of only 26 students in its first 9th and 10th grades. The school managed to put...

Athletics and student events in Luther High School's first year. 1975-76

Photos from Luther High School's yearbook ("Shield") during its inaugural academic academic year in 1975-76, when the school had a total co-ed enrollment of only 26 students in its first 9th and 10th grades. The school managed to put...

Athletics and student events in Luther High School's first year. 1975-76

Photos from Luther High School's yearbook ("Shield") during its inaugural academic academic year in 1975-76, when the school had a total co-ed enrollment of only 26 students in its first 9th and 10th grades. The school managed to put...

Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall. 1976

The new Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall was dedicated on October 10, 1976. This addition to the Haven campus was welcomed by residents, who would now enjoy a spacious room for large gatherings and stage productions, pool tables, an arts and...

Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall. 1976

The new Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall was dedicated on October 10, 1976. This addition to the Haven campus was welcomed by residents, who would now enjoy a spacious room for large gatherings and stage productions, pool tables, an arts and...

Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall. 1976

The new Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall was dedicated on October 10, 1976. This addition to the Haven campus was welcomed by residents, who would now enjoy a spacious room for large gatherings and stage productions, pool tables, an arts and...

Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall. 1976

The new Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall was dedicated on October 10, 1976. This addition to the Haven campus was welcomed by residents, who would now enjoy a spacious room for large gatherings and stage productions, pool tables, an arts and...

Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall. 1976

The new Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall was dedicated on October 10, 1976. This addition to the Haven campus was welcomed by residents, who would now enjoy a spacious room for large gatherings and stage productions, pool tables, an arts and...

Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall. 1976

The new Lutheran Haven Fellowship Hall was dedicated on October 10, 1976. This addition to the Haven campus was welcomed by residents, who would now enjoy a spacious room for large gatherings and stage productions, pool tables, an arts and...

Athletics and student events in Luther High School's first year. 1975-76

Photos from Luther High School's yearbook ("Shield") during its inaugural academic academic year in 1975-76, when the school had a total co-ed enrollment of only 26 students in its first 9th and 10th grades. The school managed to put...

Athletics and student events in Luther High School's first year. 1975-76

Photos from Luther High School's yearbook ("Shield") during its inaugural academic academic year in 1975-76, when the school had a total co-ed enrollment of only 26 students in its first 9th and 10th grades. The school managed to put...

SELC Delegates at LC-MS Convention. July, 1975

SELC District delegates and their wives at the convention of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LC-MS) in St. Louis, Mo., July, 1975. Left to right: (seated) Rev. John Kucharik, VP; Eleanor Kucharik, Dr. Albert Marcis, President; Sylvia...

The Baptism of Jenny Kay Jakubcin, June 29, 1975

Infant, Jenny Kay Jakubcin is admired by her great-grandparents, George and Anna Duda Jakubcin, at the family celebration of her Baptism on June 29, 1975. Jenny, born on June 18, is the daughter of David and Carrie Jakubcin. Small colored...

The Baptism of Katherine Elizabeth Duda, May 18, 1975

Infant, Katherine Elizabeth Duda (b. April 18th) is held by her Godmother, Sadye Fleming Duda, as she receives the blessing of Rev. John J. Kucharik in the chancel of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on Sunday, May 18, 1975. Kathy is the...

Freshmen Students Pose During a Parade

A black and white image of a large group of African American men and women posing outside during a parade. They are the freshmen students of Bethune-Cookman University. Most of the people present in the photograph are wearing...

Luther High School (Orlando) Recruits First Students. 1975

A large sign, posted near the intersection of Semoran Boulevard and Curry Ford Road in Orlando, announces the opening of a new Lutheran high school in Orlando. In 1975, students were recruited for the inaugural 9th and 10th grade classes...

Evelyn Sharp, Professor of Education

A black and white image of Dr. Evelyn Sharp, who was a professor of education and the director of Freshmen Development Program. She can be seen hear wearing a polka-dotted suit jacket and white shirt. She is seated at a desk with a book...

Evelyn Sharp, Professor of Education

A black and white image of Dr. Evelyn Sharp, who was a professor of education and the director of Freshmen Development Program. She can be seen hear wearing a polka-dotted suit jacket and white shirt. She is seated at a desk with a book...

Male students pose together

A black and white image of a large group of African American students belonging to an unknown club posing in a classroom. The male students are wearing long-sleeved shirts and trousers. On the walls of the classroom of pictures of...

The Marriage Ceremony For Joe and Karen McClellan, Performed By Rev. John Kucharik. October 5, 1974

Karen Ann Lukas and Joe Mc Clellan are joined in Holy Matrimony by Rev. John Kucharik in the sanctuary of St. Luke's Lutheran church on October 5, 1974. This sanctuary was the result of expansion and remodeling of the (1939) brick church...

Presentation for Class of 1974

A black and white image of an audience seated in White Hall, watching a presentation for the class of 1974. The audience is seated in chairs and is made up of African American and Caucasian male and female students. On the stage...

Presentation for Class of 1974

A black and white image of an audience seated in White Hall, watching a presentation for the class of 1974. The audience is seated in chairs and is made up of African American and Caucasian male and female students. On the stage...

The Wedding of Stephen Lukas to Linda Nichols 1973

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen (Linda 'nee Nichols) Lukas, following their wedding ceremony at St. Luke's Lutheran Church on December 8, 1973. Left to right: bride's parents, Tom and Margie Nichols, the newly weds and groom's parents, Mary Ann and...

Rabie J. Gainous

A black and white photograph of Rabie J. Gainour. He is standing in a classroom in front of a blackboard, and is holding a pipe in his left hand. He is wearing a suit and tie. On the back of the image is a yearbook stamp, as well as...

Rabie J. Gainous

A black and white photograph of Rabie J. Gainour. He is standing in a classroom in front of a blackboard, and is holding a pipe in his left hand. He is wearing a suit and tie. On the back of the image is a yearbook stamp, as well as...

L. Allen Pyke, Band director

A black and white image of band director L. Allen Pyke. He is seated to the right and is wearing a suit. He pointing to sheet music which is sitting on top of a piano. On the back of the image is the stamp of the photographer, as well...

L. Allen Pyke, Band director

A black and white image of band director L. Allen Pyke. He is seated to the right and is wearing a suit. He pointing to sheet music which is sitting on top of a piano. On the back of the image is the stamp of the photographer, as well...

Faculty members read school newspaper

A black and white image of three Bethune-Cookman University faculty members, two males and one female, holding onto a copy of "The Bethunia" student newspaper. The man standing at the right is wearing a striped shirt and a wristwatch. ...

Faculty members read school newspaper

A black and white image of three Bethune-Cookman University faculty members, two males and one female, holding onto a copy of "The Bethunia" student newspaper. The man standing at the right is wearing a striped shirt and a wristwatch. ...

Rev. William von Spreckelsen (b.1908-d.1990) Team Ministry member at St. Luke's Lutheran Church

Rev. William von Spreckelsen, after retiring from a varied career in pastoral ministries and as an Executive for the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, was engaged as the "Assistant to the Pastor" (Rev. John Kucharik) at St. Luke's in 1973...

Rev. William von Spreckelsen (b.1908-d.1990) Team Ministry member at St. Luke's Lutheran Church

Rev. William von Spreckelsen, after retiring from a varied career in pastoral ministries and as an Executive for the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, was engaged as the "Assistant to the Pastor" (Rev. John Kucharik) at St. Luke's in 1973...

Russell Barker confers with students

A black and white image of college visitor Russell Barker, left, from P and H National Bank, seated at the lower left, conversing with students in a classroom. The students appear to be laughing at what he is saying. They are seated at...

Russell Barker confers with students

A black and white image of college visitor Russell Barker, left, from P and H National Bank, seated at the lower left, conversing with students in a classroom. The students appear to be laughing at what he is saying. They are seated at...

Paul Decker and Florence Roane

A black and white image of Paul Decker and Florence Roane, members of the Human Resources Department and teachers at Bethune-Cookman University, holding a meeting with students in a classroom on campus. Paul Decker can be seen at the left...

Paul Decker and Florence Roane

A black and white image of Paul Decker and Florence Roane, members of the Human Resources Department and teachers at Bethune-Cookman University, holding a meeting with students in a classroom on campus. Paul Decker can be seen at the left...

Florence Roane instructs a class

A black and white image of Dr. Florence Roane, standing, instructing a group of African American and Caucasian male and female students sitting at tables. Dr. Roane is standing in front of a wall of bookscases holding books. She is...

Florence Roane instructs a class

A black and white image of Dr. Florence Roane, standing, instructing a group of African American and Caucasian male and female students sitting at tables. Dr. Roane is standing in front of a wall of bookscases holding books. She is...

60th Anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran Church, March, 1972

An article published in the Sanford Herald on March 24, 1972, describes the celebration of St. Luke's 60th Anniversary on March 19, 1972: "Rev. John J. Kucharik based his sermon on 'Builders,' as taken from Matthew 7:24-29, for the 60th...

60th Anniversary of St. Luke's Lutheran Church, March, 1972

An article published in the Sanford Herald on March 24, 1972, describes the celebration of St. Luke's 60th Anniversary on March 19, 1972: "Rev. John J. Kucharik based his sermon on 'Builders,' as taken from Matthew 7:24-29, for the 60th...

Organist, Olga Jakubcin. February, 1972

Olga Jakubcin accompanies worshipers during a worship service in St. Luke's Lutheran Church (1957 church addition), playing an electronic Allen organ. February, 1972.

SELC Convention at St. Luke's, 1972: Ladies Gathered For Photo.

Ladies visiting St. Luke's for the 1972 SELC convention gather for a group photo. (Color

Ladies at SELC Convention at St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 1972.

Colored photo showing some of the ladies in attendance at the SELC District Convention at St. Luke's (1972). Far left, second row: Jennie Stanko Cotton. Fifth from right (in pink), second row: Theresa Bella Marcek. Others in photo are...

St. Luke's Delgates to SELC Convention, 1972

St. Luke's delegates to the SELC (Synod of Evangelical Lutheran Churches) district convention, which was held at St. Luke's in November, 1972. Left to right: 1. Joe Battle, Teacher 2. Rev. John Kucharik 3. Steven R. Sidlik, Teacher 4. Andy...

Bethune-Cookman International Club float

A black and white image of a Bethune-Cookman College parade float manned by the B-CC International Club. The float is being towed by a small car, which is partially visible at the left of the image. The float has six African American...

Bethune-Cookman International Club float

A black and white image of a Bethune-Cookman College parade float manned by the B-CC International Club. The float is being towed by a small car, which is partially visible at the left of the image. The float has six African American...

Miss PEM club parade float

A black and white photograph of the Miss PEM Club float, titled "Soul Explosion," riding in a Homecoming parade. On the side of the float along the bottom is the name of the float. In the center of the float, an African American woman is...

Miss PEM club parade float

A black and white photograph of the Miss PEM Club float, titled "Soul Explosion," riding in a Homecoming parade. On the side of the float along the bottom is the name of the float. In the center of the float, an African American woman is...

Male students pose together

A black and white image of a large group of African American students belonging to an unknown club posing in a classroom. The male students are wearing long-sleeved shirts and trousers. On the walls of the classroom of pictures of...

Lutheran Haven Nursing Home addition, 1972

In 1972, the Lutheran Haven added a nursing home wing to the original "Old Folks Home," which (with expanded floor space) now became the Assisted Living Wing. Photos show the groundbreaking ceremony for the new wing, the exterior of the...

Lutheran Haven Nursing Home addition, 1972

In 1972, the Lutheran Haven added a nursing home wing to the original "Old Folks Home," which (with expanded floor space) now became the Assisted Living Wing. Photos show the groundbreaking ceremony for the new wing, the exterior of the...

Lutheran Haven Nursing Home addition, 1972

In 1972, the Lutheran Haven added a nursing home wing to the original "Old Folks Home," which (with expanded floor space) now became the Assisted Living Wing. Photos show the groundbreaking ceremony for the new wing, the exterior of the...

A Class Sits In Their Seats In a Lecture Hall

A color photograph of a class of African American men and women sitting in a lecture hall, waiting for class to begin. They are dressed comfortably and are talking amongst themselves. The photographer of the image is unknown.

Male and female students participate in class

A color image of an African American man standing at the front of a classroom, while another woman stands behind a podium. In the background of the image is a double door and an "EXIT" sign. Students can be seen sitting at desks in the...

Male and female students participate in class

A color image of an African American man standing at the front of a classroom, while another woman stands behind a podium. In the background of the image is a double door and an "EXIT" sign. Students can be seen sitting at desks in the...

Female Student Participates in Class

A color image of an African American woman wearing a long-sleeved shirt, pants, and a hooded cloak standing at the front of a classroom. To the left of her is a podium. In the background of the image is a map of Israel and Lebanon, as well...

Female Students Participate in Class

A color image of an African American woman wearing a long dress standing at the front of a classroom, while another woman stands behind a podium. In the background of the image is a map of Israel and Lebanon, as well as a double door and...

Male and Female Students Participate in Class

A color image of two African American women and one African American man talking by a door in a classroom. To the left of them is a map of Israel and Lebanon, as well as a double door and an "EXIT" sign. The photographer of the image is...

Aerial View: St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 1971

An aerial view of St. Luke's Lutheran Church as it appeared in 1971. Note that, with the transepts added in 1957, the brick building now has the shape of a cross. Behind (east) of the brick structure, one can see the original wooden church...

St. Luke's Advertisement in SELC's Annual "Kalendar" 1971

The Synod of Evangelical Churches (SELC) of which St. Luke's was a member-congregation, published an annual calendar ("Kalendar") in the Slovak language, even as late as the 1970s. In the 1971 issue of 'Kalendar,' St. Luke's posted a...

Aerial View of St. Luke's School c. 1971

Aerial view of St. Luke's Christian Day School (St. Luke's Lutheran School) c.1971. Since the first phase of the school was constructed in 1947, several additions had been made as school enrollment increased. The most recent addition...

Palmetto Teachers' Workshop

A color image of a group of four African American women gathering their belongings after the end of a meeting. They are standing in a large room next to an oversize table and folding chairs. The walls are painted blue and yellow. On a...

Palmetto Teachers' Workshop

A color image of a group of four African American women gathering their belongings after the end of a meeting. They are standing in a large room next to an oversize table and folding chairs. The walls are painted blue and yellow. On a...

Confirmation Class of May 17, 1970

Rev. John Kucharik with the Confirmation Class of May 17, 1970. Members of the class were: Ralph Ahlgreen, Tina Ballard, Chris Borg, Philip Colbert, Larry DeRousha, Danny Goodman, Kaare Goodman, Julie Kissinger, Jeff Lukas, Lois LeMay...

Mary McLeod Bethune at Wayne University

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune speaking emphatically to a sorority at Wayne University in Detroit, Michigan. She is featured center, and is wearing a suit jacket and skirt and is holding her arms out to her sides. A chair...

Mary McLeod Bethune at Wayne University

A black and white image of Mary McLeod Bethune speaking emphatically to a sorority at Wayne University in Detroit, Michigan. She is featured center, and is wearing a suit jacket and skirt and is holding her arms out to her sides. A chair...

The wedding of Marlene Bellhorn to John Tesinsky, Feb. 7, 1970

Rev. John J. Kucharik blesses the marriage of Marlene Bellhorn and John Tesinsky in the chancel of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on February 7, 1970. The groom is the grandson of Slavia-St. Luke's founder, Michael Mikler. The bride also grew...

The wedding of Marlene Bellhorn to John Tesinsky, Feb. 7, 1970

Rev. John J. Kucharik blesses the marriage of Marlene Bellhorn and John Tesinsky in the chancel of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on February 7, 1970. The groom is the grandson of Slavia-St. Luke's founder, Michael Mikler. The bride also grew...

The wedding of Marlene Bellhorn to John Tesinsky, Feb. 7, 1970

Rev. John J. Kucharik blesses the marriage of Marlene Bellhorn and John Tesinsky in the chancel of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on February 7, 1970. The groom is the grandson of Slavia-St. Luke's founder, Michael Mikler. The bride also grew...

The wedding of Marlene Bellhorn to John Tesinsky, Feb. 7, 1970

Rev. John J. Kucharik blesses the marriage of Marlene Bellhorn and John Tesinsky in the chancel of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on February 7, 1970. The groom is the grandson of Slavia-St. Luke's founder, Michael Mikler. The bride also grew...

The wedding of Marlene Bellhorn to John Tesinsky, Feb. 7, 1970

Rev. John J. Kucharik blesses the marriage of Marlene Bellhorn and John Tesinsky in the chancel of St. Luke's Lutheran Church on February 7, 1970. The groom is the grandson of Slavia-St. Luke's founder, Michael Mikler. The bride also grew...

Bethune-Cookman Choir with Columbus Smith 1

A black and white image of the Bethune-Cookman University choir performing onstage in White Hall. The choir can be seen at the left, wearing choir robes, singing, and clapping their hands. The choir consists of male and female students...

Bethune-Cookman Choir with Columbus Smith 2

A black and white image of choir director Columbus Smith, standing in the center of the image next to a piano, addressing an audience in White Hall through a microphone. Standing behind him are the male and female members of the...

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Football Game

A black and white image of a Bethune-Cookman Wildcats game in progress against a team from an opposing college. The Wildcats are in possession of the football, as evidenced by player number 30 holding onto the football. The players are...

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Football Player

A black and white image of football player number 11 after he has just punted a football. His right leg is up in the air and the football can be seen at the top left of the image. He is wearing his football uniform and gear. In the...

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Karate

A black and white photograph of two African American males practicing karate on a field at Bethune-Cookman University. The man on the right is wearing a white robe, and the man on the left is wearing a black robe with a white belt. They...

Female Students Look at a Program

A black and white image of two African American female students examining a note book together. They are both wearing printed blouses and have their hair tied up. They are also both holding onto the notebook with one hand. The photographer...

Herman Cain Addresses an Assembly

A black and white image of Herman Cain addressing an assembly. He is a tall African American male wearing a white long-sleeved shirt with the logo "Godfather's Pizza" on the front. He is standing behind a podium and speaking into a...

Ministerial Convention

This black and white image is of a large group of African American and Caucasian men and women posing for a group photograph on the steps of Harrison Rhodes Hall at the front of the building. Two large windows and the entrance can be seen...

Oswald Perry Bronson and Joseph Johnson

A black and white image of President of Bethune-Cookman University Oswald Perry Bronson, left, and trustee-emeritus Joseph Johnson, right. Dr. Bronson is wearing a suit jacket, tie, and eyeglasses. He has his left arm around Johnson's...

Richard V. Moore With Female Students

A black and white photograph of Dr. Richard V. Moore, president of Bethune-Cookman University, standing with five female students and teacher Ann Dismuke Taylor. Dr. Moore is standing at the center of the photograph, and the students are...

Students Seated For an Assembly

A black and white image of the auditorium in White Hall, where students have gathered for an assembly. The students are male and female African Americans. Some of them are holding pens and pieces of paper. Some teachers can be seen...

Students Sit Together in a Cafeteria

A black and white image of four African American male students sitting around a table reading. They are reading different types of reading materials. The man on the right is reading the "McLeod Note Book," while the man at the left is...

Chancel of the 1957 Brick Church, Decorated For Christmas, c. 1970-80s

The chancel of the 1957 brick church is decorated for Christmas. The photo was likely taken in the 1970s or the 1980s. Note that the single Christmas tree is decorated with beautiful "Chrismons" (Christ-Monograms), hand made by the women...

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

George and Anna Jakubcin with Andrew Duda, Jr., c. 1970-72

Anna and George Jakubcin, Sr.(left) pose with Anna's brother, Andrew Duda, Jr., in front of St. Luke's church. Woman walking in back ground is Anna Kolarik. c.1970-72.

Leonard and Janet Fiedler, c. 1970

Leonard Fiedler, with his wife, Janet, c. 1970. Leonard served as 4th grade teacher and Youth Counselor for St. Luke's from 1967-1970. His wife, Janet, taught briefly in the primary grades.

South Exterior of St. Luke's School, c. 1970. Teachers With a Few Students.

Teachers, Joe Battle, left, and Judy Duda chat with a few students and another male teacher (unidentified)on south side of St. Luke's Christian Day School, c. 1970. Note that (to the right)a new wing, to house the "junior high classes,...

John Duda in Celery Field in FL. c. 1970s

John Duda stands in a field of DUDA celery, probably at the family's Belle Glade farm in south Florida. c.1970s

John and Katherine (Katie) Mikler Duda, c. 1970

Colored photo of Mr. and Mrs. John Duda, Sr., c. 1970. Katherine (Katie) Mikler was John's first wife, but she passed away in 1974, after 50 years of marriage. She was the oldest daughter of Joseph Mikler, Sr. and was only about 1 year old...

Paul and Mary Tesinsky with Their Grandchildren, late 1970s

Paul and Mary Mikler Tesinsky with their grandchildren, c. late 1970s. Clockwise from top: Elaine, Roy, Jr. and Cathleen Weisenbarger, Scott Tesinsky (son of Michael) and Kenneth Tesinsky (son of Johnny). All of these children are direct...

Rev. Alfred Cookman Hall exterior

A black and white image of the back entrance to Cookman Hall. The image is taken from the side of the entranceway, which is white and columned. Bushes line both sides of the entrance. At the right of the image can be seen the exterior...

Rev. Alfred Cookman Hall exterior

A black and white image of the back entrance to Cookman Hall. The image is taken from the side of the entranceway, which is white and columned. Bushes line both sides of the entrance. At the right of the image can be seen the exterior...

African sculptures on a desk in the College Archives

A color Polaroid image of eight traditional African statues sitting on a desk in the Bethune-Cookman University college archives. Two of the statues are made out of a light wood, and the rest a dark wood. The statues are all of a variety...

African sculptures on a desk in the College Archives

A color Polaroid image of eight traditional African statues sitting on a desk in the Bethune-Cookman University college archives. Two of the statues are made out of a light wood, and the rest a dark wood. The statues are all of a variety...

African sculptures on a desk in the College Archives

A color Polaroid image of three traditional African statues sitting on a desk in the Bethune-Cookman University college archives. Two of the statues are made out of a light wood, and the other a dark wood. The statues are of two figures...

African sculptures on a desk in the College Archives

A color Polaroid image of three traditional African statues sitting on a desk in the Bethune-Cookman University college archives. Two of the statues are made out of a light wood, and the other a dark wood. The statues are of two figures...

Albert McLeod Bethune, Jr., accepts an award