Pictured are members of the Arrow Rock Federated Church as well as representatives from funding agencies after the Consecration Service on March 6th. *Photo courtesy of James Woodland.*

On March 6, 2022, members of the Arrow Rock Federated Church met together for worship and devoted a portion of the service to the Consecration of the newly renovated church building. This was a day to celebrate the preservation and future of the building which was constructed in 1849. The fundraising campaign to pay for the renovations began concurrent with the emergence of COVID-19 in 2020 which presented a challenge to the Church. The project goal was met in less than one year. Along with the Church members, contributors included community members, the Village of Arrow Rock through its Arrow Rock Improvement Committee, and the Redman Endowment Fund of the First Christian Church in Boonville, Missouri. Ronald Routledge, Regional Minister, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) delivered the Sunday morning message and gave the Consecration Prayer. Patrick Overton has served as Pastor since 2013.

Arrow Rock, a community of 56, honors its history and preserves its name as a National Historic Landmark and the first Missouri State Historic Site.

Thanks to pastor Patrick Overton for this story and photo.