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Free Church Directory

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It's time for a new church directory and we want YOU to be in it! You will have a chance to get your families pictures taken, order what you want, receive a FREE 8X10 and a FREE church directory! All you have to do is sign up for a time slot that works best for you and your family and show up. 

Church Directory Coming August3-6

How to Schedule Your Appointment

Sign up in the office on Sunday Mornings

Sign up in the office on Sunday Mornings

To schedule your photography appointment online, click the link below. 

Enter mn258 in the Church Code field and 

enter photos in the Church Password field. Note: Church Code & Password are case sensitive. Follow the prompts to schedule your family’s appointment time. The online scheduling option is not available Saturday or Sunday because we will be doing paper sign-ups at church on selected weekends. Appointments

Schedule now

Sign up in the office on Sunday Mornings

Sign up in the office on Sunday Mornings

Sign up in the office on Sunday Mornings

Online registration will be closed on the weekends to accommodate those that sign up Sunday morning. 

A paper copy will be found in the three-ring folder only on Sundays. For help registering, call the office at 218-999-4101.


Days and times

Sign up in the office on Sunday Mornings

Days and times

Wednesday, August 3rd 2:00-8:30 PM

Thursday, August 4th 2:00-8:30 PM

Friday, August 5th 2:00-8:30 PM

Saturday, August 6th 10:30-5:00

What to wear

What to bring

Days and times

Clothing: Solid colors work best and will make you look thinner. 


Hair: Be yourself, avoid changing your hairstyle or cutting your hair right before your session. 


Jewelry: If you have jewelry that has special meaning to you, wear it! 


Make-up: Apply make-up as you would normally for an evening out. Pay special attention to your


Eyes: they’re the focal point in a portrait! 


Glasses: If you wear eye glasses all the time, you’ll want to wear them in your portraits. Don’t worry, we’ll take care of any glare.

What to bring

What to bring

What to bring

You may invite extended family members for a multi-generational photo. 

Bring your pets, we know they are an important part of the family! Please check with your church. 


Bring props that express you and your family’s personality, e.g., instruments, sports equipment and hobby items.

Timeframe

What to bring

What to bring

Allow 45-60 minutes for professional photography and portrait previewing.

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First Evangelical Lutheran Church

735 Northeast 1st Avenue, Grand Rapids, Minnesota 55744, United States

218-326-5453

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