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Photo of Jonathan H. Kramer from the 2026 LCMS Biographical Synopses and Statements of Nominees.

p. 58

Jonathan H. Kramer

LCEF Board of Directors

Jonathan H. Kramer LCEF Board of Directors LCEF Board of Directors layperson Elect 1 layperson (3-year term) Nixa, MO; Hope, Republic MO (MO); LCMS 71 Jonathan Kramer Jonathan H. Kramer Jonathan H. Kramer+, Nixa, MO; Hope, Republic MO (MO); LCMS 71; Retired. S: LCEF BOD 7. D: SO LCEF BOD 4. C: Treas., Pres., Elder, Chm. Stewp. Com. O: Hos...

pp. 85-89

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Index

...Donald P . ................................................ 9 Behr, Jason ........................................................... 57 Beinke, Robert D. .................................................. 28 Belton, Victor J. ..................................... 9, 13, 14, 28 Bender, Peter C. ...............................................

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

...Casper, WY CHRYST, Rev Thomas E† Fort Worth, TX CHUVALA, Mr Keith Gordon†‡ Friendswood, TX CLOETER, Rev Jeffrey Paul† St. Louis, MO COATS, Rev Roy Axel† Baltimore, MD COCHRAN, Matthew Marion, IA CODY, Dr Christopher Brian†‡ Greendale, WI COHRS, Mr Richard Paul St. Charles, MO CONNELL, Michael Pullman, WA CONNER, Rev Jonathan Everett†‡ Man...

Photo of Jonathan Everett Conner from the 2026 LCMS Biographical Synopses and Statements of Nominees.

p. 75

Jonathan Everett Conner

Concordia University Wisconsin Board of Regents

Jonathan Everett Conner Concordia University Wisconsin Board of Regents Concordia University Wisconsin Board of Regents ordained Manning, IA; Zion, Manning IA (IW); LCMS 41 Jonathan Conner Jonathan Everett Conner Jonathan Everett Conner, Manning, IA; Zion, Manning IA (IW); LCMS 41; Pastor. D: IW Jr. Youth Com. Worship Coord/Dean 4, IW Pas...

Photo of Timothy Paul (Tim) Ahlman from the 2026 LCMS Biographical Synopses and Statements of Nominees.

p. 37

Timothy Paul (Tim) Ahlman

West-Southwest Region Regional Vice-President

...ray ..............................................................................22 Bradley W . Jurischk .........................................................................16 T imothy P . (Tim) Ahlman ................................................................9 Alfonso J. (AJ) Espinosa ............................................

Photo of Peter Kristoff Lange from the 2026 LCMS Biographical Synopses and Statements of Nominees.

p. 12

Peter Kristoff Lange

President of the Synod

...red by Bylaw 3.12.2 (d), here following are the names and tallies of all ordained ministers who received nominating votes: Peter K. Lange ...............................................................................804 Benjamin T . (Ben) Ball.................................................................163 Brady L. Finnern .............

Photo of David Paul Ramirez from the 2026 LCMS Biographical Synopses and Statements of Nominees.

p. 33

David Paul Ramirez

Great Lakes Region Regional Vice-President

...adation 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 Synod to be fait...

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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