Holy Trinity Lutheran Church (Spokane, Wash.)

In June of 1958 Rev. Ronald E. Kragthorpe began his work as Mission Developer in the valley east of Spokane. By September the first worship service was held with 114 in attendance. On April 26, 1959 the congregation organized with 77 charter members. Rev. Kragthorpe was installed as the first called pastor on August 16, 1959, the same day ground was broken for the present building. The first worship service in the new building took place on February 7, 1960, and dedication was held on April 24. Current membership numbers some 400 baptized.

From the guide to the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Spokane, Washington, Records, 1959-2012, (Pacific Lutheran University)