1969 St. John’s UCC Cookbook - Springfield MO Church Recipes - Vintage Spiral

St. John’s United Church of Christ, Springfield, Missouri Published 1969 | Spiral-bound | 264 pages | Approx. 5½ x 8½ inches Compiled by the Friendship Circle of St. John’s United Church of Christ, this 1969 cookbook offers a rich snapshot of mid-century Midwestern cooking and community life. The recipes reflect the tastes and traditions of Springfield, Missouri, with contributions from church members that range from potluck staples to cherished family dishes. The volume is spiral-bound and shows signs of use, including a creased and partially torn cover, handwritten notes, and clipped newspaper recipes tucked inside—all of which speak to its role as a well-loved kitchen companion. These personal touches add to its authenticity and archival value. Church cookbooks like this one document not only regional foodways but also the social fabric of their time, preserving the voices and culinary practices of women’s fellowship groups and local congregations.