Church in Kyrgyzstan celebrates mission and outreach milestones. At the corner of two dusty streets in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, sits a brand new building. This building is not only unusual because of its new, clean exterior, but because it is the first Lutheran church in Bishkek and the headquarters of the emerging Lutheran church body in Kyrgyzstan, which is called Concordia Lutheran Church. Construction was completed this fall. On Oct. 11, 2009, it was dedicated as a worship space and gathering place for parishioners and community members. (less info)