Jesus offers a free gift of hope and restoration.
HISTORY
STARTED IN 1945
HC was born amidst a spirit of optimism that accompanied the end of Great Depression economic stagnation and World War II. At a time when North Anthony Boulevard ended at Crescent Avenue, Coliseum Boulevard did not yet exist, and Charlotte Avenue marked the northern Fort Wayne city limits, St. Paul's Lutheran Church purchased a ten-acre tract of land for $8,000. Rev. Henry J. Eggold served as our founding pastor.
75th ANNIVERSARY
We have been rooted in Fort Wayne for 75 years and have been blessed with growth in mission, ministry and membership. Join us in prayer for our future as we continue to look forward to ministry in the coming years.
MISSION STATEMENT:
Equipping and sending God’s people to make a Christ-like difference in the world.
BELIEFS & PLANS FOR THE FUTURE
Lutheran Church
Holy Cross is a member of the Indiana District of The Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod. We partner with over 6,000 congregations throughout the United States and around the world in sharing the message of hope and life given to us by the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Governance
Policy Governance® is designed to empower Holy Cross' governing board, the Board of Lay Leaders (BLL), to fulfill its obligation of accountability for the responsibilities delegated to it by the Congregation. Our official documents are available for you to view: Board Policy Manual, Constitution & Bylaws.
MEET OUR LEADERS
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Rev. Dr. Thomas Ahlersmeyer
SENIOR PASTOR
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Dr. Patricia Cotton
MINISTER OF WORSHIP & MUSIC
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Dr. Henry Graf
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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Emily Johnson
SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
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Vicar Jacob Koehler
SHEPHERD OF SCHOOL
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Vicar Chad Van Meter
MINISTER OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
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Stephanie Kinley
Deaconess Intern/School Counselor
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Rev. Don Henry
PASTOR OF CARE
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Rev. Lewis A. King
PASTOR OF URBAN OUTREACH
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Rev. Mark Neubacher
VISITATION PASTOR
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Brian Loesel
HIGH SCHOOL MINISTRY
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Rev. Dr. Larry Merino
MISSIONAL DISCIPLESHIP PASTOR
Meet the Church Office Staff
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Tama Brenneke
BOOKKEEPER
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Scott Hinton
HUMAN RESOURCES
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Tamber Schorey
COMMUNICATIONS
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Kim Steveson
WORSHIP