1951 - In January the notice was received by the church of Reverend Carl H. Norgaard's retirement. He had served the church for forty years. His long service was before any retirement funds had been planned for pastors. A grateful congregation accumulated a sizeable purse toward his future years. The altar in our present building was given to commemorate his name. The ladies groups, for whom he had nothing but praise, were busy serving outside dinners to make money. They purchased new stoves for the kitchen which would make the cooking more efficient. In May the groups organized and did their usual cleaning of the whole church.1952 - The Smorgasbord profit was $300 and half was used for redecoration of the parsonage.1953 - The church had called Pastor Milton Nesse from Aberdeen. In response to the call, he and his wife, Katherine, arrived in Everett in January. A joyful "Open House" was held in their honor. One of the new things which this fresh breeze brought was the beginning of a monthly mailing to all members. It was called the "Glad Tidings" and carried a message from the pastor and all news and announcements regarding events past and coming. Katie Nesse sang beautifully and led the choir most of her years with us.1955 - Remodeling of the church nave was planned by a local architect. A new pulpit, railing and chairs were built by Arthur Hauglie, using parts hand-carved by Nels Nelsskog, both of the parish. These furnishings were all given to Central Lutheran Church when the building was sold to the Everett School District. The remodeling resulted in changing the space the choir occupied into a pastor's study. The choir was moved to the back balcony of the sanctuary.1956 - An electric bulletin board was installed in front of the church. It listed all times, dates, and regular or special services. Church attendance had increased greatly and the need for another intern was seen. The position was filled by Albert Olson and, as before, many more tasks could be accomplished with the help. When she was elected to the Financial Secretary's position this year, Alice Hauglie found herself also acting as secretary. Formerly the care of offertory and other tasks had been done by Elaine Eide. "Glad Tidings" were published by Lou Ylvisaker for many years. Alice and Lou celebrated over fifty years with Our Savior's in 1992. Arthur Hauglie served the church as custodian for many of his retirement years.A large committee was busy preparing to settle two European refugee families. The Wenskus family with Gerda Wingerning came first. The Wenskus family moved later to be with friends in the midwest. Gerda stayed here and waited for her whole family to arrive. They did within the year and were all very thankful and thrilled with the comfortable preparations awaiting them. Gerda Braaten, now, and her sisters formed a vocal and guitar group which performed for the church for more than 40 years.