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Photo of Julie Ann Mann from the 2026 LCMS Biographical Synopses and Statements of Nominees.

p. 68

Julie Ann Mann

Concordia University Irvine Board of Regents

Julie Ann Mann Concordia University Irvine Board of Regents Concordia University Irvine Board of Regents layperson Elect 2 laypersons (3-year term) Fort Dodge, IA; St. Paul, Fort Dodge IA (IW); LCMS 56 Julie Ann Mann, Fort Dodge, IA; St. Paul, Fort Dodge IA (IW); LCMS 56; Dir. of IOWAY . S: LERT Dist. Disaster Relief Coord. D: Dir. of IOW...

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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

...r Steven C†‡ Maple Grove, MN BROMEN, Mrs Leah† Cincinnati, OH BRONDOS, Rev Joel A Geneseo, IL BROWN, Dr Charles Wheaton, IL BRUNS, Mr James Kenneth† Watseka, IL BUCHMUELLER, Rev Barrett Ryan Country Club, MO BUCHS, Rev David Michael† Little Rock, AR BUELTMANN, Rev Keith August†‡ Riverton, IL BULL, Jeff Ames, IA BUMAN, Mr Dan† Bennington,...

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Index

Index

..... 28 Andersen, Eric Neil ................................................. 13 Anderson, Steven J. ......................................... 13, 31 Andrzejewski, Darryl L. ........................................... 31 Appel, Timothy Aaron .............................................. 25 Arp, Wally Marlis ...................................

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

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Timothy Paul (Tim) Ahlman

West-Southwest Region Regional Vice-President

...congregations of the region. Here following are the names and tallies of all ordained ministers who received nominating votes: Alfonso O. Espinosa......................................................................117 Yohannes A. Mengsteab .................................................................33 Anthony B. (Brian) Flamme ......

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Joel David Biermann

President of the Synod

Joel David Biermann President of the Synod President of the Synod ordained Regional Vice-President (Central Reg.) Year of Ordination ...............................................................................1999 Pastorates Congregation Y ears St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, Dedham, MA ...............................1994–2004 St. P aul Lu...

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

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Peter Kristoff Lange

President of the Synod

...Directors ........................................................ 2019–present First Vice-President | 13 Burdick; Corey J. Chang; Matthew J. Clark; Erik K. Cloeter; Dean M. Davenport; Jordan L. DeBoer; Michael A. L. Eckelkamp; Clarence H. Eisberg; Douglas K. Escue; Alfonso J. (AJ) Espinosa; John A. Flamme; David C. Fleming; Terry R. Fork...

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Benjamin Thomas (Ben) Ball

Central Region Regional Vice-President

...ed Member of Synod (y ears) .................................................. 27 Y ear of Ordination ...............................................................................1999 P astorates Congregation Y ears St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, Dedham, MA ...............................1994–2004 St. P aul Lutheran Church, Brookfield, IL...

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David Paul Ramirez

Great Lakes Region Regional Vice-President

........................................... 21 Rostered Member of Synod (y ears) .................................................. 17 Y ear of Ordination ...............................................................................2009 P astorates Congregation Y ears Zion Lutheran Church, Lincoln IL ..........................................

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Michael Paul Schuermann

LCMS Board of Directors

Michael Paul Schuermann LCMS Board of Directors LCMS Board of Directors layperson Elect 1 ordained or commissioned minister (Central Region), 1 Regional Vice-President (Central Reg.) VI. Report on Candidates for the Board for National Mission Elect 1 ordained or commissioned minister (Central Region), 1 ordained or commissioned minister (...

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Jonathan Everett Conner

Concordia University Wisconsin Board of Regents

...Everett Conner Concordia University Wisconsin Board of Regents Concordia University Wisconsin Board of Regents ordained Manning, IA; Zion, Manning IA (IW); LCMS 41 Jonathan Everett Conner, Manning, IA; Zion, Manning IA (IW); LCMS 41; Pastor. D: IW Jr. Youth Com. Worship Coord/Dean 4, IW Pastors’ Conf. Com./Facil. Coord./Chm. 9, IW Stewp....

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Joel David Biermann

Central Region Regional Vice-President

Joel David Biermann Central Region Regional Vice-President Central Region Regional Vice-President ordained President Resur rection Lutheran Church, St Name ........................ Joel David Biermann Locale .................................... St. Louis, MO Congregation ...... Resur rection Lutheran Church, St. Louis, MO (MO) Birth Year...

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Michael Paul Schuer mann

East-Southeast Region Regional Vice-President

Michael Paul Schuer mann East-Southeast Region Regional Vice-President East-Southeast Region Regional Vice-President ordained Board for National Mission (Central Reg.) University Lutheran Church, Champaign, IL (CI) Birth Year Name .............. Michael Paul Schuer mann Locale ..................................Champaign, IL Congregation ....

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Benjamin Thomas (Ben) Ball

President of the Synod

...idates for President of the Synod Elect 1 minister of religion—ordained (3-year term) Nomination Process: A total of 2,122 nominating votes were cast by 1,518 congregations of the Synod (compared to 2,526 congregations in 2023; 2,114 in 2019; 1,338 in 2016; 1,479 in 2013; 2,007 in 2010; 2,075 in 2007; and 2,581 in 2004). As required by By...

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Sean August Willman

First Vice-President of the Synod

............. Sean August Willman Locale ......................................Hillsdale, MI Congregation ......St. P aul’s, Hillsdale, MI (MI) Birth Year ...........................................1986 Bir thplace ...............................Madison, IN Wife’s Maiden Name Anna Marie Florent Number of Children ...............................

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Peter James Brock

Central Region Regional Vice-President

...011–present Synod Offices P osition Y ears Theological Instructor, Ev. Lutheran Church in Tanzania .... 2014–present Instr uctor, Theological Ethics Intensive, Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN ................................................................ 2014–present Secretary, Synod Convention Floor Committee ..............

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Great Plains Region Regional Vice-President

Great Plains Region Regional Vice-President

..............................14 5 votes: Benjamin T . (Ben) Ball; John E. Hill 4 votes: Brady L. Finnern 3 votes: Terry R. Forke; Jacob S. Gillard; Jonathan G. Lange; Adam S. Moline; Nathan A. Sherrill; Russell L. (Russ) Sommerfeld; Bruce A. Timm; Lucas V . Woodford 2 votes: Adam T. Filipek; Brent W . Kuhlman; Robert R. (Reed) Lessing; Scot...

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Jeffrey Eric Skopak

Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne Board of Regents

...tivities. A board of regents is responsible for the educational program of its institution. Its members must assure themselves that the work of the institution is carried on effectively and managed in a business-like manner within an annually established budget. They are also responsible for the general welfare of faculty, staff, and stud...

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First Vice-President of the Synod

First Vice-President of the Synod

...son; Todd A. Jones; Chad D. Kendall; Derek S. Klemm; Chad D. Lakies; Michael R. (Mike) Lange; Joel D. Lehenbauer; Robert R. (Reed) Lessing; Mark S. Loder; James F . Marriott; James B. Maxwell; Peter A. Meier; Yohannes A. Mengsteab; Dale A. Meyer; Jeffrey G. Miskus; Michael W . Mohr; William M. (Max) Mons; Herbert C. (Bert) Mueller III; St...

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David A Davis

First Vice-President of the Synod

...A Davis First Vice-President of the Synod First Vice-President of the Synod not specified St Name .................................... David A Davis Locale ....................................Ann Arbor , MI Congregation St. Paul, Ann Arbor, MI (MI) Birth Year ...........................................1957 Bir thplace ......................

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Deric Armon Taylor

First Vice-President of the Synod

...................Deric Armon Taylor Locale .................................... F air Lawn, NJ Congregation ...Our Sa vior, Fair Lawn, NJ (NJ) Birth Year ...........................................1964 Bir thplace ............................... Queens, NY Wife’s Maiden Name ...Julie Ann F romm Number of Children .............................

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Deric Armon Taylor

East-Southeast Region Regional Vice-President

................Deric Armon Taylor Locale .................................... F air Lawn, NJ Congregation ...Our Sa vior, Fair Lawn, NJ (NJ) Birth Year ...........................................1964 Bir thplace ............................... Queens, NY Wife’s Maiden Name ...Julie Ann F romm Number of Children ................................

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Yohannes Andemicael Mengsteab

West-Southwest Region Regional Vice-President

Yohannes Andemicael Mengsteab West-Southwest Region Regional Vice-President West-Southwest Region Regional Vice-President not specified St Name .Yohannes Andemicael Mengsteab Locale ..................................F ort Worth, TX Congregation St. John, Mansfield, TX (TX) Birth Year ...........................................1957 Bir thp...

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Jason Behr

LCEF Board of Directors

...extension program and/or demonstrate an expertise in fields or areas closely related to church extension activities, such as knowledge of real estate, management, and financial planning. (2023 Handbook, pp. 129–31) Qualifications: Board members should have a broad range of experience in one or more of the following: financial services, in...

Photo of Julie A. Johnson from the 2026 LCMS Biographical Synopses and Statements of Nominees.

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Julie A. Johnson

LCEF Board of Directors

Julie A. Johnson LCEF Board of Directors LCEF Board of Directors not specified Edwardsville, IL; St. Paul, Worden IL (SI); LCMS 62 Julie A. Johnson+, Edwardsville, IL; St. Paul, Worden IL (SI); LCMS 62; Accountant/Business Owner. S: BOD LCEF 3. D: Treas. SI 7. C: Cong. Treas. 16. O: BOT Lewis and Clark Com. College 6, CPA, Business Owner,...

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Lawrence Robert Rast Jr.

Concordia University Chicago Board of Regents

...he institution and an institutional master plan and reviews and approves academic programs. Its members must assure themselves that the work of the institution is carried out effectively and managed in a business-like manner within an annually established budget. The board is also responsible for the general welfare of faculty, staff, and...

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Abbreviations and Key

Abbreviations and Key

...a Plan Services CSL—Concordia Seminary, St. Louis CSP—Concordia University, St. Paul CTCR— Commission on Theology and Church Relations Ctr.—Center CTSFW— Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort W ayne CTX—Concordia University Texas CUAA—Concordia University Ann Arbor CUC—Concordia University Chicago CUI—Concordia University, Irvine CUNE—Conc...

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Lawrence Robert Rast Jr.

First Vice-President of the Synod

...od Offices P osition Y ears Academic Dean, Concordia Theo. Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN 2006–2011 Faculty , Concordia Theo. Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN ............ 1994–present President, Concordia Theo. Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN ...........2011–2024 Other Significant Ser vice or Experience Type of Service Year s Board Member, Concordia Historic...

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Jeffrey Eric Skopak

East-Southeast Region Regional Vice-President

...) (3-year term) Nominations Received: A total of 384 nominating votes were cast by 341 congregations of the region. Here following are the names and tallies of all ordained ministers who received nominating votes: Eric C. Skovgaard ...........................................................................79 Mark D. Brandt ..................

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Great Lakes Region Regional Vice-President

Great Lakes Region Regional Vice-President

...Nour; Stephen K. Preus; Randolph H. (Randy) Raasch 1 vote: Steven J. Anderson; Darryl L. Andrzejewski; Phillip A. Baerwolf; Mark C. Bestul; Craig L. Bickel; Christopher R. Bodley; Jason M. Braaten; Mark P . Braden; Jesse K. Cearlock; James D. Chinery; Larry G. Courson; Dean M. Davenport; David A. Davis; Randall S. Duncan; Jacob J. Eicher...

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Gregory D. Jans

Board for International Mission

...g and determining policies in support of mission and ministry in foreign countries and with overseeing the Office of International Mission (OIM) implementation of its policies. The board assists in identifying specific goals for the OIM, annually reviews and endorses the OIM strategic plan, and annually reviews and provides input on the O...

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Seth Richard Hinz

Concordia Publishing House Board of Directors

...arranges for the writing and editing of materials, manages publication, and sells the product directly to users or to distribution outlets. CPH annual sales are approximately $35 million. The members of its Board of Directors must be committed to producing resources faithful to God’s Word and the Lutheran Confessions; committed to bringi...

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Glenn R. Pittsford

LCMS Foundation Board of Trustees

...ior, Austin TX (TX); LCMS 75 Glenn R. Pittsford, College Station, TX; Our Savior, Austin TX (TX); LCMS 75; Retired. D: Savings & Loan Mgt., Planned Giving Fundraising 27. As a nominee for Board of Trustees for the LCMS Foundation, it is my prayer and hope that I may use my 30 years of experience and expertise in nonprofit planned gift edu...

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Mark O. Swenson

LCMS Foundation Board of Trustees

...rovided by the LCMS Foundation help LCMS members and congregations be good stewards of their God-given gifts. The Foundation serves both through planning assistance and investment management of assets. I strongly support the work of the Foundation and wish for their continued growth, as their services can provide a long-term benefit to LC...

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Luther C. Biggs

Concordia University Nebraska Board of Regents

...had the experience of teaching at our St. Louis seminary. I am committed to seeing that our schools continue to equip individuals vocationally in a manner that upholds the teachings, doctrines, and confessions of our church body. I truly believe that our schools are and should remain one of the crown jewels of ministry. 69

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Preface

Preface

...tes of candidates for the offices of President and First Vice-President, the slates of candidates for regional vice-president positions (the five ordained ministers from each region who received the most nominating votes and who consented to serve if elected; more than five can be included as the result of ties) cannot be altered by nomin...

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Report of Nominations by Ballot

Report of Nominations by Ballot

...es of candidates for the offices of President and First Vice-President, the slates of candidates for regional vice-president positions (the five ordained ministers from each region who received the most nominating votes and who consented to serve if elected; more than five can be included as the result of ties) cannot be altered by nomina...

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Matthew Carl Harrison

President of the Synod

...............Sioux City , IA Wife’s Maiden Name ..... Kath y Schimm Number of Children ................................2 College .................................Mor ningside University, Sioux City, IA (1984) Seminary .........Concordia Theological Seminar y, Fort Wayne, IN (1989) Other Degrees ......... STM, Concordia Theo. Sem., Fort Way...

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Timothy Paul (Tim) Ahlman

First Vice-President of the Synod

...oncordia Seminar y, St. Louis, MO (2008) Other Degrees .........................................DMin, Denver Seminary (2020) Member of Synod Congregations (years) ........................................ 44 Rostered Member of Synod (y ears) .................................................. 18 Y ear of Ordination ............................

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Jeffrey Paul Cloeter

First Vice-President of the Synod

...MN (2000) Seminary ................................ Concordia Seminar y, St. Louis, MO (2005) Member of Synod Congregations (years) ........................................ 47 Rostered Member of Synod (y ears) .................................................. 21 Y ear of Ordination ...........................................................

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Jeffrey J. Kloha

First Vice-President of the Synod

.................................Ar lington, VA Congregation ... Our Sa vior, Arlington, VA (SE) Birth Year ...........................................1966 Bir thplace ................................Chicago, IL Wife’s Maiden Name ...................Hempel Number of Children ................................2 College ............................

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Eric T. Lange

First Vice-President of the Synod

......................................Gresham, OR Congregation .. Redeemer , Gresham, OR (NOW) Birth Year ...........................................1960 Bir thplace ..........................F ort Wayne, IN Wife’s Maiden Name ...........Jolene Rabe Number of Children ................................5 College ...................................

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Jeffrey Paul Cloeter

Central Region Regional Vice-President

...N (2000) Seminary ................................ Concordia Seminar y, St. Louis, MO (2005) Member of Synod Congregations (years) ........................................ 47 Rostered Member of Synod (y ears) .................................................. 21 Y ear of Ordination ............................................................

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Mark D . Brandt

Great Lakes Region Regional Vice-President

...regation ...........St. Lorenz Lutheran Church, Frankenmuth, MI (MI) Birth Year ...........................................1954 Bir thplace ...................... Cedar Rapids, IA Wife’s Maiden Name ............. Quardokus Number of Children ................................5 College ..........Concordia Lutheran Junior College, Ann Arbor,...

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Eric C. Sko vgaard

Great Lakes Region Regional Vice-President

...Sko vgaard+ Locale ...................................Elm Gro ve, WI Congregation ...........Elm Gro ve Lutheran Church, Elm Grove, WI (SW) Birth Year ...........................................1967 Bir thplace .................................F airfax, VA Wife’s Maiden Name .Shelly Ann Hor rell Number of Children ...........................

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Sean August Willman

Great Plains Region Regional Vice-President

....... Sean August Willman Locale ......................................Hillsdale, MI Congregation ......St. P aul’s, Hillsdale, MI (MI) Birth Year ...........................................1986 Bir thplace ...............................Madison, IN Wife’s Maiden Name Anna Marie Florent Number of Children ................................7...

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Scott C. Sailer

Great Plains Region Regional Vice-President

...s Lutheran School ......................................................................................... 2025–present P ersonal Statement “I am not ashamed of the Gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes” (Rom. 1:16). The Gospel! God’s Good News of Christ crucified and risen for you. The “you” is you an...

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Eric T. Lange

West-Southwest Region Regional Vice-President

...................................Gresham, OR Congregation .. Redeemer , Gresham, OR (NOW) Birth Year ...........................................1960 Bir thplace ..........................F ort Wayne, IN Wife’s Maiden Name ...........Jolene Rabe Number of Children ................................5 College ......................................

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John Wollenburg Sias

Secretary of the Synod

...cretary of the LCMS Board of Directors and the Commission on Constitutional Matters; he supervises the maintenance of rosters, administers the Synod’s dispute resolution and expulsion processes, edits The Lutheran Annual, and has extensive convention responsibilities. (2023 Handbook, pp. 16, 116–17; convention duties, 17, 20, 34, 102, 103...

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Rande T. Casaday

Board for National Mission

...member of Concordia Lutheran Ministries, including roles as vice-chairman and chair of the finance and budget committees. With an MBA and 40 years in financial planning, I now desire, in retirement, to devote my time and experience to serving God and His church through faithful governance and stewardship. Also candidate for: Board of Reg...

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Vernon W. Kettelhake

Board for National Mission

...NE; St. Peter, Elk Creek NE (NEB); LCMS 68; Dist. Sales Mgr. C: SS Tchr., Cong. Voter’s Assembly Secy. 3, Trustee 3, Bd. of Ed. 6, Elder 6, Chm. Church Anniv. Com. O: Agricultural Field, Supporter of Miss. and Miss. Central. I believe in taking a humble approach to mission work—like Mission Central—and making it personal. Most importantly...

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Terence Lung

Board for International Mission

...CMS missionaries, partner churches, military chaplains, and others where they are. full Bible. We are at a historical moment for Scripture access that we, as a church body, cannot miss. Synod’s international mission efforts must remain faithful while also responsive to complex global realities. Effective mission requires listening well to...

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David Paul Ramirez

Concordia Historical Institute Board of Governors

...TSFW 1, Organizer, Jr. and Sr. High Youth Confs. 5, Chm. NLSA Accreditation Com., Zion Luth. School, Bugenhagen Conf. Plng. Com. 9, Little League Baseball Coach 6, Vicarage Supervisor 1, Co-Planner, Faith of Our Fathers Conf. 2. I would be excited and honored to serve on the board for Concordia Historical Institute. I have had a love for...

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Mark A. Loest

Concordia Historical Institute Board of Governors

...Lutheran Church---Missouri Synod 1847–2004,” Adjunct Tchr. CUC & CUW, Co-Dir. Int’l Loehe Soc., BOD LHF 4. In 2027, Concordia Historical Institute will mark its 100th anniversary. I look forward to serving on the Board of Governors at the beginning of its second century. As a former assistant director, as a contributor to the Quarterly, a...

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Robert V. Roethemeyer

Concordia Historical Institute Board of Governors

...th exist to serve research, teaching, and learning in the church by collecting, organizing, and making accessible the voices of the past and the present while planning for the voices of the future. Service on the board of the Concordia Historical Institute continues to offer opportunities to apply my training and experience as a theologic...

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Matthew William Hurtienne

LCEF Board of Directors

..., LCEF Future Plng. Mem. 3, BOD Dodge County 4-H Found. 5, Fin. Adv. Thrivent 1. With a doctorate in human resources and extensive leadership experience as a strategic planner, I am enthusiastic about serving the Lutheran Church Extension Fund. My expertise in organizational change, behavior, and research methods enables me to provide dat...

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Franklin Edward Simek Jr.

LCMS Foundation Board of Trustees

...ertified Public Accountant (C.P .A.) exam. I have over 30 years of business experience with a Fortune 100 company managing operations with a heavy emphasis on financial planning. Most recently, I was blessed to have served as the LCMS’s Chief Administrative Officer for 6 years. During that time, I participated in many of the LCMS’s boards...

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Randall L. Golter

Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne Board of Regents

...IE); LCMS 40 Randall L. Golter, Davenport, IA; Trinity, Davenport IA (IE); LCMS 40; Sr. Pastor/Exec. Dir. S: Exec. Dir. OIM 2, Exec. Dir. LCMS 500th Anniv. of Reformation, Adv. Mem. BOR CUI 9, Mem. Bd. of Higher Ed. 2. D: DP RM 9. C: Pastor 27. O: Exec. Dir. Luth. School 9. The Lord has set up the preaching office for His church. He place...

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Noreen L. Linke

Concordia Seminary, St. Louis Board of Regents

...Tchr. O: Admin. Asst. 7, Owner/Mgr. Linke Rentals 7. I have long had a deep interest in pastoral formation and education that are faithful to our Lutheran Confessions. I annually support seminary education financially, and I regularly attend seminary-sponsored continuing education programs. I have observed the challenges and evolution of...

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Mark D. Wolfrum

Concordia University Irvine Board of Regents

.... O: Corp. Ldrshp., Ed. Ldrshp., Airline Transport Pilot. The importance and value of a high-quality education within the Lutheran educational system cannot be understated. As a lifelong LCMS Lutheran and beneficiary of the Lutheran educational system, playing even a small part in ensuring that high quality and God’s Word is retained in t...

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Douglas Tewes

Concordia University Nebraska Board of Regents

...thopedic Ctr. I have been honored to serve on the Board of Regents for CUNE for the last three years. During that time, I have served on the strategic planning committee and am currently chair of the committee. If reelected, I would expect to continue progress on the current strategic plan and assist the staff and board in the process of...

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Paul Clarence Hinz

Concordia University St. Paul Board of Regents

...on. I have served as Lutheran school administrator for seven years, teacher for 15 years, and parish (with school) pastor for 35 years, and I have taught adjunct at Concordia, Ann Arbor. I have written on school administration and understand the goals and needs our Concordias should address. MINISTERS OF RELIGION—COMMISSIONED Elect 1 mini...

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Concordia University Texas Board of Regents

Concordia University Texas Board of Regents

...ator for seven years, teacher for 15 years, and parish (with school) pastor for 35 years, and I have taught adjunct at Concordia, Ann Arbor. I have written on school administration and understand the goals and needs our Concordias should address. MINISTERS OF RELIGION—COMMISSIONED Elect 1 minister of religion—commissioned (3-year term)

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Bob L. Ssekyanzi

Concordia University Texas Board of Regents

...ner/Founder/Pres. & Exec. Partner. S: BOR CTX. C: Elder 23. O: Private Business 40, Small Business Owner 15. My life is based on walking with Jesus. I cannot imagine life without the grace of God, and I want to follow Him more closely and serve Him more faithfully. I believe that God has gifted me with a passion for love, laughter, and le...

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David Lambert

Concordia University Wisconsin Board of Regents

...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 government volunteer—to assist CUWAA’s mission...

Photo of Rande T. Casaday from the 2026 LCMS Biographical Synopses and Statements of Nominees.

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Rande T. Casaday

Concordia University Wisconsin Board of Regents

...member of Concordia Lutheran Ministries, including roles as vice-chairman and chair of the finance and budget committees. With an MBA and 40 years in financial planning, I now desire, in retirement, to devote my time and experience to serving God and His church through faithful governance and stewardship. Also candidate for: Board for Na...

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