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History of Labor Day History of Labor Day: The first Monday in September of each year marks the celebration of the Labor Day holiday. Most of us get super excited because it is basically a day off to bid summer farewell with a last backyard barbeque or simply unwind and get mentally prepared for autumn. Yet, it is interesting to

Meet Rena of Shepherd of Grace Rena was born on October 8, 1932 and she lived in the Wadena area. Her parents were farmers and she has one brother, John, who now lives in Hutchinson. He was also a teacher but has now retired. Growing up on the farm meant a lot of chores and helping around the house. Other

Big-Ticket Raffle Winners Big-Ticket Raffle Winners - Good Shepherd’s Annual Golf Tournament features a big-ticket raffle, and this year was no exception. Wally and Jenifer Zipf, of Clear Lake, bought their winning ticket on a whim and took home a beautiful 2017 Honda PCX 150 scooter. As our winners will attest, it only takes one ticket to win! The best part of

ACT on Alzheimer’s Educational Series ACT on Alzheimer’s Educational Series: Did you know more than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease? Local Dementia and Alzheimer’s education, free and open to the public.   The Basics and the Doctor is In Guest speaker: Dr. George Schoephoerster September 28th 9:30-11:30 at Whitney Senior Center September 11th 1:30-3:30 at Good Shepherd Community  

Meet Tom of Good Shepherd Tom is a man of many experiences. He was born November 19, 1934 and grew up as an only child on a farm ten miles northeast of Princeton. His mother was a rural school teacher for 25 years and was Tom’s teacher from fourth to eighth grade. He says she was a very good teacher.

Photographer Shirley Strom Photographer Shirley Strom. Motivated by her love of nature and the beauty of the natural world, Shirley Strom wishes to share with you her nature portraits. She pursues her passion of photography literally in her own backyard. Her certified Backyard Wildlife Habitat affords her a wide range of subjects, with occasional side trips for other subjects. Her

Meet Bernie of Shepherd of Grace Bernie Kasper is a kind, gentleman who has worked hard his entire life. He was born outside of St. Michael, Minnesota and was raised on his parent’s dairy farm. He was the third oldest of 10 children, five boys and five girls. Bernie learned his strong work ethic at a very young age by working

Meet Rose of Good Shepherd The first few years of Rose’s life were far from normal. She was placed in the St. Cloud Orphan Home when she was three. Rose had no siblings, so it was nice for her to be placed in a home with four boys, Leonard, Bill, Melvin & Victor. They were best buds. She grew up

Meet Jack & Donna of Shepherd of Grace. Many people are born with gifts. Jack Knothe was born with the gift of teaching; although he retired some years ago, he still loves to teach today through conversation. It doesn’t take long during a conversation to witness Jack’s love and passion for teaching. Being a voracious reader, he is also a perpetual

Meet Bob and Lois of Good Shepherd. Bob and Lois are the sweetest couple and their story is one of endearing and enduring love. Born in Wellpinit, Washington, Bob grew up on the Spokane Indian Reservation the third oldest of seven brothers. He acquired the nickname “Chick” and according to his mother, he was named after a wrestler named Bob