by Karen Wenke | Dec 23, 2024 | General
We are very proud of Luke’s entry in the “Rural” section of the Walla Walla Christmas Lights Competition. Santa enjoys a charming ride in the old Fergie adorned with solar lights. Additionally, there is a field bin decorated with icicle lights, a...
by Karen Wenke | Dec 23, 2024 | Research
Knecht Ruprecht, the Wendish anti-Santa Claus, is believed to be skulking from house to house during this time of year. Wendish folklore tells us that Ruprecht is St. Nicholas’ hired hand. However, he is a creature of nightmares, with his ugly Halloween-like...
by Karen Wenke | Oct 31, 2024 | Historical Buildings
On the 27th of October 2024, a Thanksgiving service was conducted with Pastor John Borchert presiding. Pastor Richard Schwedes, Bishop of the LCA NSW-ACT District, delivered the address, with readings by Pastors Darren Kupke, Rex Mickan, and Robert Bartholomaeus....
by Karen Wenke | Oct 31, 2024 | Tours
At 10:00 am on Saturday the 26th of October 2024 my colleague Tanja and I conducted a tour of the German Pioneer Cemetery and select graves of Ebenezer (now Walla Walla). The centenary celebrations of Zion Lutheran Church, constructed in 1924, included this event. The...
by Karen Wenke | Oct 19, 2024 | Research
Halloween ranks among the oldest traditions in the world, originating from the Celtic festival of Samhain, pronounced “Sah-ween.” This festival historically connects to ancestors, the earth, and the year’s transition, marked by communal celebrations....
