St. Peters Lutheran Church Collection

Collection — Box: 1

Identifier: 2026-0004

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This collection contains one box.

Box 1: 1905-2003 with undated documents at the back, 27 folders containing records, correspondence, and other materials

Dates

Creation: 1905-2003

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open to researchers without restrictions. Researchers must register and agree to all copyright laws and archives policies before using the collection. Please contact the Shenandoah County Library before visiting to use this collection.

Biographical / Historical

Formerly part of a joint congregation dating back to the late 1700s, Lutherans in Toms Brook separated from other local congregations in Shenandoah County and built their own church in 1869. In 1905, a new brick building on the same site was dedicated and named St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church. This building is still in use today. During the First and Second World Wars, St. Peters played a role in the community's war efforts. In 2012, St. Peters joined parish with St. Matthew's Lutheran Church and St. Stephens Lutheran Church due to decreased membership and financial support.

Extent

1 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

This collection contains a variety of documents from St. Peters Lutheran Church in Toms Brook Virginia, including Sunday School records, correspondence, women's group records, and worship materials.