Category Archives: New Ebenezer GA
New Ebenezer Town Sign
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Jerusalem Lutheran Church (1767-69)
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Filed under --EFFINGHAM COUNTY GA--, New Ebenezer GA
Jerusalem Lutheran Church (1767-69)
Also known as Ebenezer or New Ebenezer, Jerusalem Lutheran Church is the oldest public building and the oldest church in Georgia. It is also the oldest Lutheran church in use in the United States.
Filed under --EFFINGHAM COUNTY GA--, New Ebenezer GA
Sanctuary, Jerusalem Lutheran Church
In 1779, British forces captured Ebenezer and during this time the church was used as a hospital and stable. After the British were driven out, the Georgia Legislature met here on 3-4 July 1782.
Filed under --EFFINGHAM COUNTY GA--, New Ebenezer GA
Altar & Pipe Organ, Jerusalem Lutheran Church
Many thanks are due Reverend John Barichivich for inviting me into this holy and beautiful space, and for taking time out of his day to share some of its fascinating history. If you ever find yourself in the area, please … Continue reading
Filed under --EFFINGHAM COUNTY GA--, New Ebenezer GA
Johann Martin Boltzius (1703 – 1765)
Johann Martin Boltzius (Bolzius) served as pastor of the Salzburger Lutheran congregation at New Ebenezer from 1734 until 1765. http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-3487
Filed under --EFFINGHAM COUNTY GA--, New Ebenezer GA
