Our History

In 2015, we established an all-natural community garden at Oak Grove Lutheran Church in New Sewickley, Pennsylvania.  Using part of our 3.5 acres of land, we wanted to give the surrounding community a chance to grow vegetables that could make a difference for individuals and families who lack access to plant-able ground. The name of our organization is “Rooted Growing Branching Out” which is also our mission statement. We are rooted in our land growing vegetables and branching out into our surrounding areas to share with others. We are learning more each year about who we serve and what their needs are and how we can best help them address their needs long term. 

In 1993, the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) social statement was “Caring for Creation.”  So many years later, we at the Community Gardens at Oak Grove Lutheran Church are still caring for creation. It began as a simple idea but took on a life of its own. To see this come into reality has been truly amazing. 

Together, we are teaching, serving, loving, and providing fresh produce to the community. 

Together we are working to help eliminate food insecurity one seed at a time. 

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