[Your Name]

[Street Address]

[City, ST ZIP Code]

[Date]

[Recipient Name]

[Title]

[Church Name]

[Street Address]

[City, ST ZIP Code]

Dear [Recipient Name]:

I am researching my family history, and I hope you can help me locate a document regarding one of my ancestors.

I believe Birgit Seidl was my great-great-grandmother, and I have information that she was christened at Main Street Church in Lehigh, Pennsylvania, on April 23, 1820. If your church maintains records from the early 1800s, I would like to have copies of any documents that pertain to Birgit.

I have enclosed a self-addressed, stamped envelope for your reply along with a small donation to your church. I appreciate any assistance you can provide.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

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