Rev. Jorgensen

Rev. Herman Emil Jorgensen Jr. was installed in 1967, having come from Branchville, NJ, where he served as a mission organizer. He and his wife Dagny, had three sons Erik, Erling, and Rolf. During Pastor Jorgensen’s tenure, BLC celebrated the 25^th anniversary of his ordination.

In 1967, the three parcels of land belonging to BLC were merged into one unit in anticipation of a much-needed building expansion. In 1969 the congregation voted to secure plans for a new parish education and office wing. In 1970-71 the former Parish House and parsonage were demolished to make way for the new addition to serve a growing congregation, as baptized membership had reached 669. The completed project was dedicated on September 21, 1971.

Pastor Jorgensen was the first pastor to be given a housing allowance.  He and his family purchased a home near Fairport High School and the parsonage was rented to provide additional income. In 1975, he accepted a call and returned to his native Minnesota.