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p. 60
Jacob Christian Bobby
Concordia University System Board of Directors
Jacob Christian Bobby Concordia University System Board of Directors Concordia University System Board of Directors ordained Yankton, SD; St. John, Yankton SD (SD); LCMS 22 Jacob Christian Bobby, Yankton, SD; St. John, Yankton SD (SD); LCMS 22; Pastor. S: SMP Winter Guest Instructor 7, LCMS NYG Presenter. D: Chm. Pastor’s Conf., NE Dist....
pp. 77-81
Nominees Submitted to the Committee for Convention Nominations, available for floor nominations from the pool
Nominees Submitted to the Committee for Convention Nominations, available for floor nominations from the pool
...UM, Mr Timothy Martin† Shawano, WI BIGGS, Rev Dr Luther C† Lincoln, NE BITTNER, Andrew†‡ Mankato, MN BLOCKER, Mrs Jessica Christine†‡ Luverne, MN BLODGETT, Rev Michael Stephen Fort Wayne, IN BOBBY, Rev Dr Jacob Christian†‡ Yankton, SD BODLEY, Rev Christopher Raynard Chesterfield, MI BOERGERT, Dr Stephen RL†‡ Clarkston, MI BOMBARO, Rev Dr...
pp. 85-89
Index
Index
....... 13, 31 Andrzejewski, Darryl L. ........................................... 31 Appel, Timothy Aaron .............................................. 25 Arp, Wally Marlis .................................. 13, 28, 29, 34 Asburry, Randy Kevin .............................................. 25 Ascher, Christopher Duane (Chris) ................
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Jacob S. Gillard
First Vice-President of the Synod
Jacob S. Gillard First Vice-President of the Synod First Vice-President of the Synod not specified F aith Community, Zimmerman, MN (MNN) Birth Year Name ................................. Jacob S. Gillard Locale ................................ Cambridge, MN Congregation ...............F aith Community, Zimmerman, MN (MNN) Birth Year ........
p. 49
Richard Xeem-Xais Her
Board for International Mission
...(MNS); LCMS 17 Richard Xeem-Xais Her, White Bear Lake, MN; Hmong, St. Paul MN (MNS); LCMS 17; Pastor. D: Miss. Fl. Com. O: Spkr. NW LWML, Spkr. Christian Living Conf., Multi Asian Inter-ethnic Network. I’m a second-generation Hmong immigrant and third-generation Christian. My parents came to the U.S. through Lutheran Social Services. I g...
p. 62
Christian A. Preus
Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne Board of Regents
Christian A. Preus Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne Board of Regents Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne Board of Regents commissioned Elect 1 minister of religion—commissioned (6-year term) First Vice-President; Regional Vice-President (East-Southeast Reg.) MINISTERS OF RELIGION—COMMISSIONED Elect 1 minister of religion—...
p. 12
Peter Kristoff Lange
President of the Synod
...(Mike) Von Behren; William R. Wangelin; Aubrey J. Watson Jr.; William C. Weedon As required by Bylaw 3.12.2.1 (a), the nominees who received the highest number of votes were notified to obtain their approval for inclusion of their names on the list of 20 nominees from which the President-elect will select five candidates to form the slate...
p. 17
Alfonso O. Espinosa
First Vice-President of the Synod
................................1965 Bir thplace ................................Delano, CA Wife’s Maiden Name .....................Mar tin Number of Children ................................8 College ...............................Concordia University Irvine, Irvine, CA (1987) Seminary .........Concordia Theological Seminar y, Fort Wayne, I...
p. 38
Alfonso O. Espinosa
West-Southwest Region Regional Vice-President
.............................1965 Bir thplace ................................Delano, CA Wife’s Maiden Name .....................Mar tin Number of Children ................................8 College ...............................Concordia University Irvine, Irvine, CA (1987) Seminary .........Concordia Theological Seminar y, Fort Wayne, IN (...
p. 42
Jerald L. Folkerts
LCMS Board of Directors
...ader, and Sunday school teacher in multiple LCMS churches. I firmly adhere to the common confession and mission of the LCMS, and I am devoted to liturgical worship, Christian education, and the centrality of Holy Communion and other Sacraments in the life of the Christian. My passion is church growth—understanding how the Synod can suppor...
p. 45
Peter C. Bender
Board for National Mission
...Etc. Regular Guest. My 39 years of parish experience—evangelizing the lost, teaching the catechism, comforting troubled consciences, and confessing the truth of the Christian faith—has given me a wealth of experience to draw upon in giving national mission leadership to the Synod at large and in assisting the Board for National Mission i...
p. 51
Keith Gordon Chuvala
Commission on Theology and Church Relations
...Synod in matters of theology and church relations; and serves as a clearing house for materials relating to membership in societies, lodges, cults, or any organizations of an unchristian or anti-Christian character. (2023 Handbook, pp. 151–55) Qualifications: The Commission on Theology and Church Relations “exists to assist congregations...
p. 54
David Duesenberg
Concordia Historical Institute Board of Governors
...S 31 David Duesenberg, Frontenac, MO; St. Paul’s, Des Peres MO (MO); LCMS 31; Physician. O: Supporter of CHI, Luth. Sr. Serv., and Luth. Ed. Our Christian family is filled with those who have demonstrated faith, love, service, and perseverance in maintaining our “oneness,” where each person—past, present, and future—is part of the living...
p. 61
Jeffrey Eric Skopak
Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne Board of Regents
...ations: A seminary board of regents is responsible for the spiritual, academic, and financial health of the institution. It makes decisions regarding the resources and strategic vision that are needed to provide Christian pastors (and deaconesses) for the church and the world. It oversees the work of the president and creates appropriate...
p. 65
Lawrence Robert Rast Jr.
Concordia University Chicago Board of Regents
...versity of the Synod is responsible for the spiritual, academic, and financial health of the institution. It makes decisions regarding the resources and strategic vision that are needed to provide church workers and Christian leaders for the church and the world. It develops detailed policies and procedures for governance of the instituti...
p. 72
Paul Clarence Hinz
Concordia University St. Paul Board of Regents
...S 64; Ret. S: BOR CSP incl. Advancement & Governance 7. O: Prog./Portfolio/ Proj. Mgr. for MN Judicial Branch 10, Org. Change Ldr. 14, Bd. Chm. Lion’s Gate Christian Academy 2. It has been my joy and pleasure to serve Concordia, St. Paul, for the last six years. Having spent the last two years leading the Board’s bylaws subcommittee, and...
pp. 7-8
Abbreviations and Key
Abbreviations and Key
...iversity Ann Arbor CUC—Concordia University Chicago CUI—Concordia University, Irvine CUNE—Concordia University, Nebraska CUP—Concordia University, Portland CUS—Concordia University System CUW—Concordia University Wisconsin CV—Circuit visitor DCE—director of Christian education Dcs.—deaconess Deleg.—delegate Dept.—department Devel.—develop...
p. 16
David A Davis
First Vice-President of the Synod
...................................................... 65 Rostered Member of Synod (y ears) .................................................. 42 Y ear of Ordination ...............................................................................1984 P astorates Congregation Y ears St. Luke, Haslett, MI; Immanuel, Grand Rapids, MI; St. Paul,...
p. 23
Deric Armon Taylor
First Vice-President of the Synod
...................... 2021–present Thrivent Nor theast Region Board ......................................... 2025–present P ersonal Statement I am humbled and honored to be nominated to serve our Synod. It is with great joy that I continue to hold to the words from Hebrews 13:8, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” I...
p. 30
Jeffrey Eric Skopak
East-Southeast Region Regional Vice-President
...outh Africa ...............2023 Vice-President: Great Lakes Region | 31 to reinforce, restructure, and reorganize strong regional Lutheran congregations in population centers of the East and Southeast. Emphasizing shared Lutheran distinctives, these congregations can be beacons of Christ’s Gospel. c. Nominations and Candidates for Great L...
pp. 31-33
Great Lakes Region Regional Vice-President
Great Lakes Region Regional Vice-President
..........................16 John M. Berg .....................................................................................7 6 votes: Peter C. Bender; Allan R. Buss 5 votes: David P . E. Maier 4 votes: Benjamin T. (Ben) Ball; David C. Fleming; William M. (Max) Mons 3 votes: Micah D. Greiner; Matthew R. Richard; Matthew W . Rueger 2 votes...
p. 33
David Paul Ramirez
Great Lakes Region Regional Vice-President
...theological degradation that comes from ignoring God’s Word. It is undeniable that the culture around us can be hostile to our faith. However, we have been given the message of eternal truth and salvation in Jesus Christ to proclaim to the world. Whether it be by exercising oversight or through encouragement, our leaders should guide the...
pp. 34-36
Great Plains Region Regional Vice-President
Great Plains Region Regional Vice-President
..........................128 Matthew R. Richard .......................................................................41 David C. Mumme ...........................................................................22 Steven D. (Steve) T urner ...............................................................18 Richard L. Snow ......................
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Bradley W ayne Jurischk
West-Southwest Region Regional Vice-President
............................. Concordia Seminar y, St. Louis, MO (2020) Member of Synod Congregations (years) ........................................ 47 Rostered Member of Synod (y ears) .................................................. 24 Y ear of Ordination ...............................................................................20...
p. 49
Rachel Elaine Jaseph
Board for International Mission
...tion, and mercy work initiatives of our LCMS in three distinct international mission fields. The experiences the Lord afforded me shaped my perspective on living the Christian life in an increasingly hostile world and our church’s commitment to faithfully encouraging our brothers and sisters across the globe in their confession of Christ....
p. 55
Thomas R. Halvorson
Concordia Publishing House Board of Directors
...e’s vision is to be the premier publisher of products faithful to Scripture and the Lutheran Confessions. Its challenge is to remain sustainable in increasingly adverse conditions for Christian publishers. This vision and challenge draw me to continue as part of its board. CPH’s significant investments in service to congregations, schools...
p. 59
Mark O. Swenson
LCMS Foundation Board of Trustees
...and legal affairs of the LCMS Foundation. Board members should be experienced in financial, investment, or marketing matters. The Foundation’s goal is to link more and more Christians with giving opportunities as an expression of biblical stewardship; therefore, members of the board must be committed to managing life and all of life’s re...
p. 63
Bruce Edward Keseman
Concordia Seminary, St. Louis Board of Regents
...s. Devel. 1. O: CSL Host Pastor 1, Sem. Field Ed. Supervisor 30, Higher Things BOD & Conf. Exec., Deac. Internship Supervisor 2, Conf. Spkr. 30, Admissions & Residence Staff St. John’s College 2, Freeburg Christian Dialogue Coord., Freeburg Youth Project Success Bd. Three-and-a-half decades as a pastor convince me that Concordia Seminary’...
p. 66
Alicia K. Dietrich
Concordia University Chicago Board of Regents
...ere are opportunities for CUC to thrive. I am excited to support its goals and mission to provide a strong Lutheran education for future church workers and Christian leaders for the church and the world. 66
p. 66
Alison C. Witte
Concordia University Chicago Board of Regents
...University Chicago has the opportunity to provide education that puts Christ and His redeeming work at the center of all we do. An education centered on Christ and Christian teachings as the foundation of how we interact with the world prepares students for all their vocations and to bring the Gospel into the broader world. I am excited t...
p. 66
David Walz
Concordia University Chicago Board of Regents
...ing as a regent of Concordia University Chicago, I hope to support the formation of the next generations of Lutheran educators, as well as the formation of Lutherans and Christians in all vocations. Lutheran education faces many challenges at this time, and so does higher education. Concordia University Chicago is at the intersection of t...
p. 66
Nathanael Hahn
Concordia University Chicago Board of Regents
...rom the devil and the world, and our Concordia universities are some of the most important bastions of our Synod. As a teacher, I see firsthand the impact Christian teaching has on someone’s life. If chosen as a regent, I will be fully committed to helping CUC continue in that faithful education of students according to Christ. My prayer...
p. 67
Robert Scott Fogo
Concordia University Irvine Board of Regents
...f Regents. For 30 years I have served Lutheran high schools—13 as a teacher and 17 in administrative leadership—strengthening academic excellence and Lutheran identity. Christian liberal arts colleges today face significant challenges: demographic shifts, financial pressures, cultural headwinds, and increasing regulatory demands. I am ful...
p. 69
Luther C. Biggs
Concordia University Nebraska Board of Regents
...ke up our Concordia system. For numerous decades our schools have equipped the saints to serve offices within our body as well as vocations as Christian leaders. Over the course of my ministry, I have been blessed to serve congregations within which schools have been integral. Additionally, I have had the experience of teaching at our St....
p. 73
Richard A. Zeile
Concordia University Texas Board of Regents
...ASBE 3, Chapl. Resident., Author CPH SS Materials, Adjunct Faculty CUAA 2. As a Valparaiso alumnus, I have observed the mission drift that has characterized many (formerly) Christian institutions. I believe that Concordia University Texas can be a valued institution of faith formation in our Synod. I served Michigan on its State Board of...
p. 76
David Lambert
Concordia University Wisconsin Board of Regents
...eelected, and with the help of God, I will continue this service with a focus on financial stability and the vital mission of educating future Lutheran church workers and Christian citizens at both Mequon and Ann Arbor. I believe our Lord has prepared me with the gifts—as an LCMS congregation leader, college instructor, and local governme...
p. 76
Stephen M. Saunders
Concordia University Wisconsin Board of Regents
...Graduate Studies Psychology Dept. 18, Chm. Psychology Dept. 6. It is a challenging time for higher education, as scholarship and even science itself are endangered by anti-Christian ideologies that usurp and even mock the pursuit of truth. Students need the truth to be taught in all its purity more than ever. The Concordias should be unc...
