The Centennial Banquet was held in St. John's Parish Hall down the street from the church. The program included remarks by Rev. Panzer, Rev. Dr. Diekelman, Rev. Dr. Nehrenz, and Rev. Dr. Harrison. The mayor of Okarche, Jeff Sadlers, read a proclamation by the City of Okarche in honor of the celebration and St. John's Lutheran Church. He also presented the Key to the City of Okarche to LCMS President Harrison. The parish hall was decorated with banners provided by the Oklahoma LWML and others along with artwork from the district's Lutheran schools.
Centennial Banquet
