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states, and even foreign countries. The interdenominational ministry began in 1962 with 14 persons gathered at a cabin on Sandy Point for an informal service with a Methodist minister preaching from a rocking chair. As others heard of the services, interest and enthusiasm grew. For the remainder of that summer, services were held in the former Camp Fire Girl’s cabin on Mallard Beach with between 80 and 85 attending. In 1963 the present chapel was purchased from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Eustis and moved to the southeast corner of the lake, across from the Johnson Lake dam. Since the first service there on June 2, 1963, the chapel has served 142,880 people. Services begin Memorial Day weekend and run through Labor Day weekend, and start at 8:30 a.m. each Sunday. Various lay leaders conduct the services. Each week different musicians share their message in song. In addition to the regular Sunday services, the chapel has been the site of numerous weddings, memorials, funerals and other special occasions and meetings. The Chapel of the Lake is supervised by a chapel committee comprised of Judy Wixson, Dick Bullis, Tom and Rhea Musil, Wally and Kenny Fox. Anyone wishing to use the chapel from mid-May to mid-September should contact Wixson at 308-785- 2287. The chapel is self-supporting through weekly collections, donations and memorials. It is the hope that the Chapel will be able to open Memorial weekend - May 30 and continue each Sunday until Labor Day weekend - September 5.
for the diversity of trees and shrubs as a Nebraska State Arboretum. Trailhead signs and parking areas provide access and directions for visitors to the lake. In 2021 additional bike racks are being added at popular stopping points. The trail is open to walkers, runners, and cyclists of all ages. Pets on leases are welcome and bags are provided for cleaning up after your pet. Motorized wheelchairs and electric assist bikes are welcome. All other forms of motorized vehicles are not allowed. The trail provides an opportunity for residents and visitors to enjoy the beauty of Johnson Lake. Chapel of the Lake Each summer Sunday, bells at the Chapel of the Lake ring out an invitation to worshippers. Many lake residents and visitors look forward to the unique service. Worshippers come from many communities in Nebraska, other
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