Vining Lutheran Church
A place to
belong,
believe & grow.
You don't have to have it all figured out. Come as you are and find a community that walks alongside you.
Sunday of each month.
We're glad
you're here.
For over 154 years, Vining Lutheran Church has been a gathering place for faith and community in the heart of Otter Tail County lake country. We're a church of real people — imperfect, curious, and committed to following Jesus together. Whether you're a longtime neighbor or just passing through Minnesota's lakes region, there's a seat for you here.
Our story“We have nothing to offer here but five loaves and two fish.”
Matthew 14:17 · This Sunday’s Text
Be Like Jesus?
The T-shirt simply said, “Be Like Jesus.” It almost goes without saying. We long to “be like Jesus.” Isn’t that the thought, the hope or the goal of…
Read this week’s reflectionVining Lutheran has been our family's home for over 20 years. It's the kind of place where people actually know your name — and show up when life gets hard.
What's Coming Up
Upcoming Events
Monthly Snapshot
Happening This Month
July 2026
Sunday Worship Roles
| Date | Lay Reader | Ushers | Coffee Fellowship | Bell Ringer | Altar Guild |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 2 | Roxanne Swisher | Paul & Diane Halvorson | TBD | TBD | Gail & Lynn Karous |
| August 9 | Pete Olsen | Ken & Janeen Gunderson | Todd / Julie McChesney & Linda McClure | TBD | Gail & Lynn Karous |
| August 16 | Paul Halvorson | Pete Hanson & Don Waskosky | TBD | TBD | Gail & Lynn Karous |
| August 23 | Carrie Larson | Glenn & Patty Nyhus | TBD | TBD | Gail & Lynn Karous |
| August 30 | Alicia Korpuenske | Jan Turchin & Julie Frost | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Additional Dates & Notes
- Jul 5 Church Council Meeting
- Jul 7 Men’s Bible Study, 8:00 AM
- Jul 14 Men’s Bible Study, 8:00 AM
- Jul 21 Men’s Bible Study, 8:00 AM
- Jul 28 Men’s Bible Study, 8:00 AM
Meet Your District
Part of something larger.
Augustana District
The Augustana District serves congregations across the region with resources, fellowship, and mission support rooted in Lutheran faith and heritage.
Visit augustanadistrict.orgLutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ
LCMC is a fellowship of free and autonomous Lutheran congregations united by a common confession of faith and a commitment to sharing the Gospel with the world.
Visit lcmc.net
Our Region
Rooted in the
lakes country
of Otter Tail County
Vining Lutheran is part of a larger community of faith across Minnesota's beautiful lake country — connected to Inspiration Peak, the highest point in the region, and the people and places that make this corner of the world home.
Learn about Inspiration PeakGet Connected
Reach out & connect.
Prayer Request
Share a prayer request with Pastor Randy and our prayer team. We'd be honored to pray with you and for you.
Church Council Minutes
Read the latest minutes from our church council meetings — open and available to the whole congregation.
Contact Us
Questions? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out to Pastor Randy or the church office anytime.