Local Pastor recognized for 25 years in the ministry

On Nov. 25 the Community of Saints Parish, Westfield, recognized Pastor Blaine Niskanen on his 25th anniversary of his ordination into the ministry.  A chronological study bible was presented to him, with a more formal celebration planned for a future date.  Pictured are (left to right) are Becky Gramse, St. Pauls Lutheran Church of Crystal Lake, Mark Schumacher, St. Peters Lutheran Church of Richford, Pastor Blaine Niskanen, and Jerry Stampfl, St. Johns Lutheran Church of Harrisville.