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61 Seminary Ridge Gettysburg, PA 17325 Consulting Services Don't let your old records overwhelm you. Get help from the Consulting Services of Lutheran Historical Society. Mission of LHS's Consulting Services The mission of the Lutheran Historical Society (LHS) is to preserve, to document, and to stir interest in the rich Lutheran traditions which are the foundation of the church in the middle Atlantic and adjoining areas. In meeting this mission, the Society offers a variety of consulting services designed to provide professional support for congregations seeking to preserve and celebrate their histories. Experts provided by the Society provide instruction and guidance, whether in a workshop format or in a congregation-focused consultation. The following list describes some of the specialized services which LHS provides: Archives and Records Management Selecting and maintaining historically valuable records and managing daily records of the congregation. Preservation and Conservation Determining the proper strategies for preserving registers, records, photographs, and other materials. Celebrating Congregational Anniversaries Guidance and assistance in preparing for significant congregational anniversaries or other special events. Writing Church Histories Practical techniques in researching and writing sound congregational histories. Genealogy Assistance in using church records and other sources in tracing family history. Fees Reasonable fees are charged for workshops and consulting services. The exact amount depends upon the amount of time involved and the number of personnel. Fees should be negotiated with the lead instructor/consultant. We invite your inquiries. Consultants The Society maintains a list of experts who are willing to offer their services in workshop and consultation formats in each of the areas of specialization previously described. Responsibility for providing satisfactory services remains that of the consultants. For further information, please fill out and return this form to: Dr. Michael J. Kurtz, President Lutheran Historical Society 960 Aqua Court Annapolis, MD 21401 Home: (410) 757-1824 Office: (301) 713-7000 Contact Lutheran Historical Society You can reach LHS by mail at: 61 Seminary Ridge Gettysburg, PA 17325 or by Email