May 21 in Greenfield

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 was a somber day for the people of Greenfield. The day marked the one year anniversary of the very powerful EF4 tornado that hit Greenfield and left a wake of the death of five people and several people with serious injuries. As well as terrible destruction in the community.

An all-day anniversary observance was planned to commemorate that fateful afternoon a year ago.

A hamburger cookout was held for the folks of Greenfield Wednesday evening.

A display area was also available for people to visit the tables of several agencies and organizations who help people with a variety of human needs.

A table was also set up by the Nodaway Valley Ministerial Association of which Immanuel Lutheran Church is a part. A variety of free literature was on display by the participating churches for visitors to peruse and take at their pleasure.

Dr. Keith Schweitzer is pictured manning the table during the course of the busy day.

Graduation Week Festivities

Dr. Schweitzer and Jayden Rohner (both in their Scout uniforms) exchange a hand shake during the awards ceremony at the Nodaway Valley High School auditorium in Greenfield. The special event was held during graduation week festivities on Tuesday evening, May 13th. Jayden was awarded his Eagle Scout rank earlier in the year. Dr. Schweitzer presented Jayden with an Eagle Scout cord to wear with his cap and gown during the graduation exercise held Sunday, May 18th. Dr. Schweitzer has been involved with the Scouting program for almost 60 years.

Michayla Winkelmann, Shannon Newbury, and Eli Harris received certificates from the Nodaway Valley Ministerial Association during the annual baccalaureate service. The special service was also held during graduation week at Nodaway Valley High School. The service was Wednesday, May 14th. Dr. Schweitzer serves as the current president of the Nodaway Valley Ministerial Association. The association is made up of all the ministers in Greenfield. The association maintains a benevolence fund and a very active benevolence ministry that helps many people with a variety of human needs.