In 1972, BLC celebrated its 50th anniversary. A Reunion Dinner, catered by the Ladies of Bethlehem Lutheran Church Plank Rd., was held at the church on Saturday, January 21,
On Sunday, October 22, BLC celebrated with an Anniversary Communion Service which included a noon luncheon and a closing worship at 3 pm. Participating clergy were current Pastor Jorgensen, and former Pastors Tejan, Adler, Roesener, and Rehkopf.