Click on the videos below to learn more about the Society's history.

'For me, to live is Christ, to die is gain'

Philippians 1:21 is the Scripture featured on the headstone of the Rev. August "Dad" Hoeger in Arthur, North Dakota. He dedicated his life to the organization he founded, setting the stage for the loving, caring services provided by the Good Samaritan Society across the United States.

'I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me'

Dr. Agnes Hoeger lived her life with the guidance of this verse from Philllipians 4:13. One of the first women medical doctors, Agnes was the oldest child of Dad and Mom Hoeger. She served many years in the mission field, and created a second career as a medical professional with the Good Samaritan Society. Her third career? As a Peace Corps volunteer after age 80. Click the video to learn more of her fascinating life story.

'There's always a place for someone needing it'

This video montage features historical photos from the early days of the Good Samaritan Society. It's accompanied by audio clips performed by actors portraying Dad Hoeger, his early staff members and some of the residents of that first home in Arthur, North Dakota.

Change happens

In 1940, a distraught August Hoeger was left alone with four homes and most of the debt of both the Good Samaritan Society and Lutheran Hospital and Home Society. Much of 18 years of work had been taken away from him. Good Samaritan Society staff member Gail Blocker gives a devotion about dealing with change throughout the history of the Society.

90th anniversary history snapshots

Vice President for Finance and longtime staff member Joe Herdina shares firsthand stories from the history of the Good Samaritan Society.

Part 1: Col. Pete and the Boschs

Part 2: John and Augie Hoeger

Part 3: The missionary spirit of the Society