by Dick Williams

The Big Moose Community Chapel will celebrate its 80th anniversary on Sunday, July 24 during the two regular services at 9:30 and 11 a.m. A  birthday cake will be enjoyed during the coffee hour.

Rev. Dr. Richard McCaughey, who has returned for his 13th season as summer minister,  will officiate.

The early history of organized religion in the Big Moose area goes back to the early camps and hotels in the early 1900s after the train through Big Moose opened up the lake for development.

Several ministers were among the first hotel guests and provided worship services at the hotels or in boat houses.

The Old Forge Niccolls Church minister and Inlet Church of the Lakes minister at times would come to officiate Continue reading →