MVL is blessed to have a great number of people in our family, all with a heart for Christian education. The Spirit of MVL events are designed to bring this family together in thanksgiving.
Thank you to all who attended on Saturday, November 23, 2019, at the New Ulm Conference Center!
Recognition Reception
At 4:00 P.M. in the reception area of the New Ulm Conference Center, eight recipients were recognized for their service to MVL and to their Lord: Dean & Kaye Compart, Joe & Beth Holtmeier, Robin & Carol Kramer, and Jerry & Gwen Tjernagel.
Attendees enjoyed hors d’oeuvres and the opportunity to mingle with these recipients. Additionally, Rev. Tom Westendorf shared an important message about Christian education at MVL.
Fundraising Gala
The annual Spirit of MVL Gala took place from 5:00 – 9:00 P.M. The night included dinner and a live auction with high-quality handmade items, special experiences, and much more.
With a theme of “A Window into the Future,” the evening focused on the future and potential of MVL. The keynote speaker for the evening was Rev. Rob Guenther, a current MVL parent and pastor of St. John’s, New Ulm.
Table Sponsors
- Bethany Lutheran College
- Brau Motors
- Citizens Bank Minnesota
- Gift Planning Services
- Martin Luther College
- R. Henry Construction
- Thrivent Financial New Ulm Area Group
- Best Western Plus & Green Mill
- Compart Family Farms
- Holtmeier Construction
- Lime Rock Photography
- Otto Media Group
- STAR Group NAPA Auto Parts Stores
- Wood Creek Carpentry
Spirit of MVL Award Recipients
A special committee selects each year’s recognition recipients based on nominations. Through the Spirit of MVL nomination form, you can nominate an individual, family, or company for consideration.
Past Recipients
2008: Jerry Birkholz, Les & Ardella Enter, Becky Markgraf, the original 45 students
2009: Jim Bauer, Marvin & Loraine Henning, Gene Rodewald
2010: Allan & Ellen Mueller, Paul Willems, Treasure Haus Founders
2011: Jim Hermanson, Rev. Dan Kramer, Warren & Rachel Krohn Family
2012: Jerry Bentz, Pat Meyer, Eric Woller
2013: Paul Holzhueter, Dennis Jaspersen, Lloyd Schauer
2014: Jan Fredrich, Bob Hinnenthal, Donna Luepke
2015: LeRoy & Caroline Black, Kurt Troge, St. Paul’s New Ulm
2016: Bob Dittrich, Kevin Hulke, Mae Tacke
2017: Rev. Jon Enter, Perry Meyer, Mark & Vivian Smith
2018: All previous recipients
