Loren and Catherine Elfrink of Oran, Mo., announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Jo Elfrink, to Joshua Tyler Lukefahr. He is the son of Robert and Suzie Lukefahr of Jackson.

Elfrink is a 1999 graduate of Oran High School. She received an associate of arts degree in child care and guidance from Southeast Missouri State University. She is employed at US Bank.

Lukefahr is a 1997 graduate of Jackson High School. He received a bachelor of science degree in business administration from Southeast University. He is employed by Sepracor Pharmaceuticals.

A Sept. 26 wedding is planned at the Marquette Hotel in Cape Girardeau.