Spencer, IA (KICD)– Religion and faith appear to have been one of the first things to really take off when Spencer was formed as multiple parishes, including First Congregational Church, celebrate 150 years this summer.

Lifelong member Tom Howe tells KICD News his relatives date back to the founding of the church which has changed locations a time or two over the years before settling into its current building.

First Congregational Church will be celebrating it founding this weekend with a series of special events planned that the public is welcome to take part in.

The full celebration schedule can be found on the First Congregational Church website.