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p. 57
Michael Lea Kumm
LCEF Board of Directors
Michael Lea Kumm LCEF Board of Directors LCEF Board of Directors ordained or commissioned Sioux City, IA; Holy Cross, Dakota Dunes SD (SD); LCMS 73 Michael Lea Kumm, Sioux City, IA; Holy Cross, Dakota Dunes SD (SD); LCMS 73; Pastor. S: LCMS BOD Chm. 10, LCMS BOD Vice-Chm. & Chm. Personnel Com., Chm. Supervisory BOD Int’l Luth. Soc. Witten...
pp. 85-89
Index
Index
...Abbott, Karl ........................................................... 72 Abegg, Heidi K. ..................................................... 55 Adle, Scott T . ......................................................... 69 Ahlman, Timothy Paul (Tim) .............. 9, 13, 14, 28, 37 Alb, Larry A. ..........................................
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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
...without further review. BIERBAUM, 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†‡...
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Timothy Paul (Tim) Ahlman
West-Southwest Region Regional Vice-President
...is the heartbeat of our mission. This truth is best lived out through koinonia— the deep, shared partnership in our Synod. Because no leader or church can “go it alone,” we must unite to carry out God’s will. By strengthening congregations, supporting pastors, and embracing collaborative ministry, we offer a bold, collective witness. I a...
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Peter Kristoff Lange
President of the Synod
............................ 36 Y ear of Ordination ...............................................................................1990 P astorates Congregation Y ears St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Concordia, MO.............................1990–1999 St. John’ s Lutheran Church, Topeka, KS ...................................1999–2015 Synod Offi...
pp. 7-8
Abbreviations and Key
Abbreviations and Key
...education, editor Em.—emeritus Evang.—evangelism Exec.—executive Fac.—facilitator Fin.—finance, financial Fl. Com.—floor committee Fnd.—foundation GCC—Great Commission Convocation Grp.—group HS—high school ILC–International Lutheran Council ILLL—International Lutheran Laymen’s League Info.—information Inst.—institute, institution Int’l.—i...
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Preface
Preface
...ace | 5 ing of paper ballots. The contractor exclusively handled voting credentials and sent reminder emails to congregational leadership as needed. The nomination period was Oct. 18, 2025, to Feb. 18, 2026. Instructions and credentials were physically mailed to each voting congregation to arrive just before the opening of the period. The...
pp. 5-6
Report of Nominations by Ballot
Report of Nominations by Ballot
...ce | 5 ing of paper ballots. The contractor exclusively handled voting credentials and sent reminder emails to congregational leadership as needed. The nomination period was Oct. 18, 2025, to Feb. 18, 2026. Instructions and credentials were physically mailed to each voting congregation to arrive just before the opening of the period. The...
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Jeffrey Eric Skopak
East-Southeast Region Regional Vice-President
............................ 2023–present Synod Offices P osition Y ears Synodical Reconciler ..................................................................1997–2005 P ALS Facilitator ...........................................................................2000–2005 F acilitator, Consecrated Stewards ......................................
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Trey Cox
LCMS Board of Directors
...be considered as a candidate for service on the LCMS Board of Directors. Over many years, I have served congregations and Lutheran schools as a lay leader, head elder, congregational president, school board president, interim principal, ministry leader, and teacher in Lutheran schools. I bring over 40 years of experience in education acr...
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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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Mark S. Nuckols
Concordia University System Board of Directors
...e on the Board is to continue fostering a consistent and recognizable Lutheran identity across all our Concordias. It’s been an honor collaborating with faculty and leadership, listening to and reflecting on Scripture’s clarion call for all learning to be rooted in His Word, and building a shared understanding of what it means for our uni...
pp. 82-84
Appendix
Appendix
...in this “pool,” refer to the “Report of Nominees Submited” in the back of the Biographical Synopis and Statements of Nominees workbook . Please provide all requested information regarding the person nominated. 1. Name of Position (Office, Board, or Commission): 2. Name of Person Nominated: Residence Address: Telephone: Name and Location...
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Benjamin Thomas (Ben) Ball
President of the Synod
...nd 2,581 in 2004). As required by Bylaw 3.12.2 (d), here following are the names and tallies of all ordained ministers who received nominating votes: Matthew C. Harrison ....................................................................900 Joel D. Biermann ..........................................................................334 Ben...
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Brady Lee Finnern
President of the Synod
...7:11), exhorting everyone to holy living by the Holy Spirit’s power (1 Cor. 6:11), and zealously witnessing Christ’s atoning blood and empty tomb to our communities. The Lord grant it. 12 | President of the Synod Commission on Theology and Church Relations ................ 2019–present Chairman, Colloquy Committee for the Pastoral Ministr...
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First Vice-President of the Synod
First Vice-President of the Synod
...the Synod. 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. Forke; Daniel M. (Dan) Galchutt; Stephen A. Gewecke; Randall L. Golter; R...
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Benjamin Thomas (Ben) Ball
Central Region Regional Vice-President
...ations: A nominee for regional vice-president must be a minister of religion—ordained, not a specific ministry pastor, on the roster of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and a member of a voting congregation of the Synod. He must reside within the designated region to be eligible for nomination to that regional vice-presidency (Bylaw 3.1...
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Great Lakes Region Regional Vice-President
Great Lakes Region Regional Vice-President
...z .............................................................................49 Jamison J. Hardy .............................................................................43 Sean A. W illman ............................................................................33 John C. W ohlrabe Jr. ..............................................
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David Paul Ramirez
Great Lakes Region Regional Vice-President
............... 2014–present Synod Convention Delegate ...................................................................2016 Committee f or Nominations ..................................................................2026 District Offices P osition Y ears CID Pastors’ Conference Planning Committee........................2011–2013 South Wi...
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Gregory D. Jans
Board for International Mission
...proclaiming the risen Christ in Bahrain, Egypt, Italy, Germany, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Turkey. While teaching at both the USAF Chaplain School and Expeditionary Center (10,000 students/ year), I learned the strategic importance of cultural respect and partnerships. We press on (Phil. 3:14) with our Great Commission marching orders to mak...
p. 51
Keith Gordon Chuvala
Commission on Theology and Church Relations
...ajor in biblical languages and ecclesiastical languages. I’ve been informed and inspired by the CTCR’s work over the course of my adult life. As a Bible study leader and author, I have pointed my fellow learners to CTCR documents for reference and continued education in matters of our faith. I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to contrib...
p. 64
Michael Scott Staub
Concordia Seminary, St. Louis Board of Regents
Michael Scott Staub Concordia Seminary, St. Louis Board of Regents Concordia Seminary, St. Louis Board of Regents layperson Elect 1 layperson (6-year term) Houston, TX; Memorial, Houston TX (TX); LCMS 46 Michael Scott Staub+, Houston, TX; Memorial, Houston TX (TX); LCMS 46; Dean & Band Dir. S: CSL BOR 7, Conv. Fl. Com., Conv. Adv. Deleg....
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Lawrence Robert Rast Jr.
Concordia University Chicago Board of Regents
...gents. Having served for 13 years as a seminary president, I remain committed to the crucial role that our universities play in handing on the faith to the next generation of leaders. The board must ensure the university’s teaching is faithful to Scripture and the Lutheran Confessions, the faculty is supportive of the school’s mission, th...
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Timothy Paul (Tim) Ahlman
First Vice-President of the Synod
...Synod Congregations (years) ........................................ 44 Rostered Member of Synod (y ears) .................................................. 18 Y ear of Ordination ...............................................................................2008 P astorates Congregation Y ears Bethlehem Lutheran Church and School .........
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Jacob S. Gillard
First Vice-President of the Synod
...s) ........................................ 50 Rostered Member of Synod (y ears) .................................................. 25 Y ear of Ordination ...............................................................................2001 P astorates Congregation Y ears Nazareth Lutheran, Baltimore, MD .......................................
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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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Sean August Willman
Great Plains Region Regional Vice-President
...........................Concordia University Wisconsin (2008) Seminary .........Concordia Theological Seminar y, Fort Wayne, IN (2013) Member of Synod Congregations (years) ........................................ 40 Rostered Member of Synod (y ears) .................................................. 13 Y ear of Ordination ..................
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Kelly Bone
Board for International Mission
...S 30 Kelly Bone, Pinckney, MI; St. Paul Hamburg, Whitmore Lake MI (MI); LCMS 30; Bus. Mgr. & Vol. Coord. C: Treas. O: Business Mgr. MOST Min., LWML, Leading Miss. Teams. I am deeply interested in serving on the Board for International Mission because of its clear commitment to proclaiming Christ among the nations. The opportunity to suppo...
p. 53
David Paul Ramirez
Concordia Historical Institute Board of Governors
...Luth. Lutheran Campus Min. Coord. 1, Grad. Asst. CTSFW 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 Con...
p. 62
Michael David Lange
Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne Board of Regents
Michael David Lange Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne Board of Regents Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne Board of Regents ordained Anaheim Hills, CA; St. Paul’s, Irvine CA (PSW); LCMS 64 Michael David Lange, Anaheim Hills, CA; St. Paul’s, Irvine CA (PSW); LCMS 64; Semiconductor Engineer. D: BOD PSW 9. C: Cong. Pres. 4, C...
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Richard Charles Rudowske Jr.
Concordia Seminary, St. Louis Board of Regents
...ordia Seminary Board of Regents would allow me to contribute my passion for theological education that equips pastors for faithful ministry. As an alumnus (M.Div. ‘05) now leading global mission work, I understand how seminary formation shapes lifelong pastoral effectiveness. My doctoral studies, cross-cultural Bible translation experienc...
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Paul Clarence Hinz
Concordia University St. Paul Board of Regents
...vernance 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 now having had those bylaws approved, I look...
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Jeffrey Paul Cloeter
First Vice-President of the Synod
...... 21 Y ear of Ordination ...............................................................................2005 P astorates Congregation Y ears Christ Memorial Lutheran Church, St. Louis, MO....................2005–2013 Christ Memorial Lutheran Church, St. Louis, MO................ 2014–present Synod Offices P osition Y ears LCMS Youth Gat...
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Lawrence Robert Rast Jr.
First Vice-President of the Synod
...iversity, Chicago, IL .............2023–2025 Regent, Concordia University, Chicago, IL ............................ 2025–present Executive Director , The Marvin M. Schwan Charitable Foundation ................................................... 2026–present P ersonal Statement I am honored to be nominated for this position and would serve...
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Sean August Willman
First Vice-President of the Synod
.................................Concordia University Wisconsin (2008) Seminary .........Concordia Theological Seminar y, Fort Wayne, IN (2013) Member of Synod Congregations (years) ........................................ 40 Rostered Member of Synod (y ears) .................................................. 13 Y ear of Ordination ............
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Jeffrey Paul Cloeter
Central Region Regional Vice-President
..... 21 Y ear of Ordination ...............................................................................2005 P astorates Congregation Y ears Christ Memorial Lutheran Church, St. Louis, MO....................2005–2013 Christ Memorial Lutheran Church, St. Louis, MO................ 2014–present Synod Offices P osition Y ears LCMS Youth Gath...
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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; Rob...
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Steven D . Turner
Great Plains Region Regional Vice-President
...an Family Service ...........................1989–1995 Floor Committee Chair man, District Convention ................................1991 President. Board of Directors, Lutheran Family Service of Iowa .....................................1992–1995 Chair man District Stewardship Committee .............................1994–2000 Member , Bo...
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Richard Charles Rudowske Jr.
Secretary of the Synod
...of Secretary of the Synod. My doctoral work in missiology, combined with nearly two decades of cross-cultural ministry experience and current executive leadership of a mission organization, has equipped me to serve the Synod’s confession and mission faithfully. As CEO of Lutheran Bible Translators, I daily witness how clear communication,...
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Paul Pretzer Edmon
Commission on Theology and Church Relations
...t. Conv. 3. C: Cong. Pres. 7, Tchr. 8, Choir 15. O: Supercomputer Specialist 15. In the confusion of a rapidly changing world, the Word of God remains “the pure, clear fountain of Israel” (SD Rule and Norm 1). If elected to serve, I will use my experience in science and technology to assist the CTCR in drafting clear and timely theologica...
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Jacob Christian Bobby
Concordia University System Board of Directors
...ating and training up servants for the church and for the world. I would approach this position with a willingness to provide any guidance I can and a desire to learn how best to facilitate strong relationships and understanding between our congregations and universities. Our Concordia universities are a great blessing and deserve solid b...
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Matthew D. Bean
Concordia University Chicago Board of Regents
...ir vocations to the glory of God, whether that be as professional church workers or as laypeople. For generations, Concordia University Chicago has been a leader in this endeavor, leaving a legacy that must be preserved and promoted for generations to come. 65
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Muluneh Taye
Concordia University Irvine Board of Regents
...hurch Plant Pastor. O: Corp. Exec. & Sr. Mgr. 17. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve Christ and His church, having served in pastoral and leadership roles across the California-Nevada-Hawaii District for over 16 years and now as a church-planting pastor. I care deeply about strengthening congregations for faithful witness in an in...
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Robert Scott Fogo
Concordia University Irvine Board of Regents
...hurch—Missouri Synod, I am honored to be considered for the Board of 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 pressur...
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Tia Marie Esser
Concordia University St. Paul Board of Regents
...Ldrshp. 17. My interest in serving on the Concordia University, St. Paul, Board of Regents grows from my vocation as a commissioned minister and long-standing leadership in Lutheran education. I bring a commitment to mission-centered governance, fiduciary responsibility, and long-term sustainability grounded in our shared confession. I s...
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Christopher Robert Marshall
Concordia University Texas Board of Regents
...Student Tchr. Coop. Tchr. Now more than ever, our Concordia universities are vital in preparing the next generation of teachers, pastors, deaconesses, and lay leaders. This sacred work is strengthened through unity in confession and a shared commitment to mission across all Concordia institutions. As a Synod, we should continue pursuing t...
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Matthew Carl Harrison
President of the Synod
...................................1987–1988 Graduate Assistant, Concordia Theo. Seminary, Fort Wayne 1990–1991 Executive Director, LCMS World Relief and Human Care ......2001–2010 President, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod ............. 2010–present Synod Offices P osition Y ears Synod Nominations Committee .................................
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Victor J. Belton
First Vice-President of the Synod
...minar y, St. Louis, MO (1986) Other Degrees ..Honorar y Doctorate, Concordia College, Bronxville, NY Member of Synod Congregations (years) ........................................ 61 Rostered Member of Synod (y ears) .................................................. 40 Y ear of Ordination ....................................................
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Christopher S. Esget
First Vice-President of the Synod
...gical Convocation Committee ..........................2002–2003 District Lif e Coordinator .............................................................2014–2019 Other Significant Ser vice or Experience Type of Service Year s Chaplain, Higher Things Conferences .......................................2006–2008 W orship Coordinator, Higher...
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Jeffrey J. Kloha
First Vice-President of the Synod
...ears) .................................................. 32 Y ear of Ordination ...............................................................................1993 P astorates Congregation Y ears Gethsemane Lutheran Church, Lakewood, OH........................1993–1999 Our Savior Lutheran Church, Arlington, VA .............................
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Peter Kristoff Lange
First Vice-President of the Synod
...The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod ..................... 2019–present District Offices P osition Y ears First Vice-President, Kansas District .........................................2012–2015 District President, Kansas District ............................................2015–2019 Other Significant Ser vice or Experience Type of Service...
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Don Richard Stuckwisch Jr. (Richard)
First Vice-President of the Synod
................................................ 30 Y ear of Ordination ...............................................................................1996 P astorates Congregation Y ears Emmaus Lutheran Church, South Bend, IN ......................... 1996–present District Offices P osition Y ears President, Indiana District ..................
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Jeffrey Eric Skopak
First Vice-President of the Synod
.......................... 2023–present Synod Offices P osition Y ears Synodical Reconciler ..................................................................1997–2005 P ALS Facilitator ...........................................................................2000–2005 F acilitator, Consecrated Stewards ........................................
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Deric Armon Taylor
First Vice-President of the Synod
...gnificant Ser vice or Experience Type of Service Year s East Brooklyn Congregations Assoc. ........................................1992–1997 W artburg Foundation ..................................................................2008–2010 FLEO A Foundation ................................................................... 2014–present F a...
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Dien Ashley Taylor
First Vice-President of the Synod
...of Synod Congregations (years) ........................................ 51 Rostered Member of Synod (y ears) .................................................. 25 Y ear of Ordination ...............................................................................2000 P astorates Congregation Y ears Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Bron...
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Joel David Biermann
Central Region Regional Vice-President
...........................................2016–2026 Other Full-T ime Positions Position Y ears Professor of Systematic Theology, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, MO................................................................... 2002–present Synod Offices P osition Y ears Member of CTCR ........................................................
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Peter James Brock
Central Region Regional Vice-President
...ce-President: East-Southeast Region b. Nominations and Candidates for EastSoutheast Region Regional Vice-President Elect 1 minister of religion—ordained (East-Southeast Region) (3-year term) Nominations Received: A total of 284 nominating votes were cast by 253 congregations of the region. Here following are the names and tallies of all o...
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Christopher S. Esget
East-Southeast Region Regional Vice-President
...ears District Theological Convocation Committee ..........................2002–2003 District Lif e Coordinator .............................................................2014–2019 Other Significant Ser vice or Experience Type of Service Year s Chaplain, Higher Things Conferences .......................................2006–2008 W orship...
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Luke Thomas Zimmer man
Great Lakes Region Regional Vice-President
...or, English District .............................2014–2015 Secretary, English District ..........................................................2015–2025 Chair , Board of Directors, English District ............................ 2025–present Other Significant Ser vice or Experience Type of Service Year s Pastoral Counselor, LWML Adair Zo...
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Scott C. Sailer
Great Plains Region Regional Vice-President
..........................................2015–2025 Other Significant Ser vice or Experience Type of Service Year s Admissions Counselor/Director, Concordia Seminary ...........1994–1998 P art-time Development Ambassador, Sioux Falls Lutheran School ......................................................................................... 202...
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Bradley W ayne Jurischk
West-Southwest Region Regional Vice-President
...t Visitor ........................................................................... 2022–present Other Significant Ser vice or Experience Type of Service Year s Director of Christian Education, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Raymore, MO...................2002–2007 Director of Student Ministr y, St. Timothy Lutheran Church, Houston, TX ........
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Andrew N. Grams
LCMS Board of Directors
...Redeemer, Nashville TN (MDS); LCMS 54 Andrew N. Grams+, Franklin, TN; Redeemer, Nashville TN (MDS); LCMS 54; Attorney. S: BOD LCMS Exec. Com., LEAD Com., Litigation Com., Governance Com. 7. D: MDS Const. Review Com. 19. C: VP , Secy., Elder, Bible Study Ldr., Dir. of Ed, Youth 26. O: Adjunct Prof. 3, Law Firm Partner 8, Atty. 20, Mem. an...
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Kevin Wayne Washburn
LCMS Board of Directors
.... C: Legal Couns. to Church 16, Chm. Bd of Ed. 11, Church Coun. 11. An important challenge—and opportunity—is to better educate our pastors and other leaders in how to handle the many business and legal challenges that are becoming more prevalent in today’s society. b. West-Southwest Region Lay Candidates for the Board of Directors LAYPER...
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David C. Eastburn
LCMS Board of Directors
...e Corps 23. In my retirement, I strongly desire, with God’s grace, to continue to be a faithful servant and to use my time and talents for His glory. In this and with my history of leadership and board participation, I can make a significant commitment as a member of the Board of Directors to the governance of the LCMS, particularly to it...
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Jerald L. Folkerts
LCMS Board of Directors
...ed and an active member of an LCMS church in southwest Colorado. I am the church treasurer and have served as a head elder, elder, evangelism chair, small group leader, 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 ed...
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Douglas Lynn Rutt
LCMS Board of Directors
...angelism, human care, and education as we proclaim Christ crucified and risen. Having served as a parish pastor, an overseas missionary, a seminary professor at both seminaries, and a mission leader, I have witnessed the blessings and challenges of this work. I would seek to strengthen congregations and national ministries in bold and fai...
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Miriam Ruth Yakimow
Board for National Mission
...be places that offer God’s reliable truth in a fractured world. Young people seek connectedness with the intergenerational church to wrestle together with questions and learn absolutes, grounded in our confession, so they know they are integral members of the Body, putting faith into action with deep theological knowledge. Occasions for...
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Peter C. Bender
Board for National Mission
...techism, 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 in developing policy for the Office of National Mission. During my time of service on the boa...
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David Lee Daniels
Board for National Mission
...he finance committee at CTSFW . My experience serving the seminary will translate very well to this board. I bring knowledge of our Synod and how it works. If elected, I will bring strong leadership for our Synod. 46
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Karen A. Dowbnia
Board for National Mission
...ESL Tchr. and Coord. I respectfully submit my name for election to the Board for National Mission. Having served faithfully for many years as an educator and as a leader within my congregations, I bring a deep appreciation for the Synod’s mission and for the importance of sound, Christ-centered governance. The Board’s responsibility to de...
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Brent D. Smith
Board for International Mission
...eer Miss. 19, Miss. Adv., OIM Regional Dir. Eurasia 7. D: SE Exec. Dir. of Miss. Devel. O: Exec. Devel. Officer LBT 2, Adjunct Prof. Grand Canyon Univ. 2, Exec. Dir. Leading Edge Miss. Solutions 10. I currently serve as senior pastor of Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church in Omaha, Neb., a congregation that “Loves God, Shares Jesus, and Serve...
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Rachel Elaine Jaseph
Board for International Mission
...h’s commitment to faithfully encouraging our brothers and sisters across the globe in their confession of Christ. The individuals our missionaries teach, walk with, and learn from are incredible. Their faces and stories are innumerable. We as the members of LCMS congregations have the joy and challenge of supporting them from afar. It wou...
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Alessandro Meregaglia
Concordia Historical Institute Board of Governors
...mportant historical records. Serving on the CHI board would allow me to put my education and training to use for the benefit of the LCMS. During my catechesis, I learned that faithfully proclaiming the Gospel today requires understanding the church’s past. That principle shapes my commitment to preserving Lutheran history. If elected, I l...
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Robert V. Roethemeyer
Concordia Historical Institute Board of Governors
...The mission of a theological seminary library and the mission of a denominational archive are on parallel tracks. Both 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 t...
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Jeff Bull
Concordia Publishing House Board of Directors
...ate Univ. Concordia Publishing House plays a role of ever-increasing importance for our Synod as truth becomes more and more “relative” in society. The leadership of our congregations can be tempted to use program materials and publications that, often unknowingly, do not align with the confession of the LCMS. CPH stands as a critical res...
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Sarah Rausch
Concordia Publishing House Board of Directors
...nd publications through the years, and I welcome the opportunity to bring that experience to serve on the CPH board. In these challenging times, the legacy we as a church leave for our descendants is vital. In its mission to produce faithful, doctrinally sound resources for the LCMS, CPH is an integral part of that legacy, and I would be...
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Jason Behr
LCEF Board of Directors
...o supporting congregations and sustaining the church’s mission. I bring a systems-level perspective, disciplined risk awareness, and a commitment to thoughtful leadership, always seeking clarity, accountability, and long-term strength. By God’s grace, I desire to help the Lutheran Church Extension Fund remain a stable and trusted resource...
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Julie A. Johnson
LCEF Board of Directors
...heran Church Extension Fund Board of Directors, I feel I would be a good candidate to continue to help this extremely important agency for our Synod. I have learned a great deal of information about LCEF over the last three years, and it will allow me to be a well-trained board member in the future. LCEF is key in helping the Synod’s mini...
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Matthew William Hurtienne
LCEF Board of Directors
...BOD Academy of Human Resource Devel. 2, 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 res...
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Ryan Weir
LCEF Board of Directors
...reciate LCEF’s stewardship of financial resources to strengthen local congregations. If elected, I would provide disciplined governance, engage in collaborative teamwork, and communicate clearly to ensure that LCEF continues to be a strong and responsible partner in the church’s work. 58
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Korey D. Maas
Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne Board of Regents
...TSFW BOD 8. C: Asst. Pastor 4. O: History Faculty Hillsdale College 14, Dept. Chair 23, Author CTQ, LW, Conc. Journal. If it be God’s will, it will also be my pleasure to continue serving the LCMS as a CTSFW regent, bringing two decades of collegiate teaching and administrative experience, prior service to Synod as a CUS Regent and CTCR m...
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Timothy M. Klinkenberg
Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne Board of Regents
...Orange, CA; St. Johns, Orange CA (PSW); LCMS 61; Sr. Admin. Pastor. S: CSL Fundraising. D: Reg. VP PSW, CV , Org. Dist. Pastors’ Confs. C: Pastor. O: Spkr. LEA Convoc., Miss. Work in Hanoi, Workshop Ldr. Seminary education and pastoral formation are critical to the local congregations. Pastors are formed by the Word of God and the commun...
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Elizabeth Richmond Killinger
Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne Board of Regents
...X); LCMS 56; Ret. C-Suite Exec. D: TX BOD, Conv. Deleg., Audit Com. C: Call Com., Church Coun., School Bd. Mem./Chm., Bible Study Ldr., Capital Campaign. O: LEA of Houston 7, Software Devel., Strategic Mgt., Fin. Chair BOD Hope Media Grp., Mem. Nat’l. Petroleum Coun., BOD Junior Achievement of Southeast TX. “And how are they to preach unl...
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Joel A Brondos
Concordia Seminary, St. Louis Board of Regents
..., namely, that young men may be diligent in presenting themselves approved to God, rightly dividing the word of truth, so that the laying on of hands in ordination is not done hastily, as the Scriptures clearly prescribe. 63
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Mark O. Stern
Concordia Seminary, St. Louis Board of Regents
...th resources for long-term financial stability. If reelected, I look forward to continuing to use my legal and higher education experience to support our faculty and staff as they equip leaders to shepherd congregations and reach a changing world in need of the changeless Christ, for generations to come. MINISTERS OF RELIGION—COMMISSIONED...
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Rene Gonzalo Castillero
Concordia University Chicago Board of Regents
...an education not merely for my children, but for my children’s children. This means CUC holds fast to our Lutheran identity (theology and practice) as well as true learning through the liberal arts so that we may know God, His Son, and His world, and serve our neighbors. 65
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Alicia K. Dietrich
Concordia University Chicago Board of Regents
...portunities 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
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Brian Takashi Yamabe
Concordia University Irvine Board of Regents
...ments, and theological work alongside LCMS clergy have grounded me in the Synod’s mission. My 30 years in technology have shown me that the church must lead—not react—on AI and emerging technology, and I believe CUI is well positioned to guide the LCMS in doing so. My daughter attends CUI, where I have seen how a Lutheran education ground...
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Alan Paul Runge
Concordia University Nebraska Board of Regents
...tinue to be highly relevant to today’s students while remaining firmly grounded in its Lutheran identity. I will leverage my experiences in higher education, executive leadership, finances, fundraising, and operations to supporting Concordia wherever I can. c. Concordia University, Nebraska (Seward, Neb.) Board of Regents Elect 1 minister...
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Luther C. Biggs
Concordia University Nebraska Board of Regents
...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. Louis sem...
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Bruce D. Schultz
Concordia University Nebraska Board of Regents
...w Panels, Contributing Writer Int’l. Scientific Journals, Coord. LSF Conf., Conv. Spkr., BOD LFL. Education in a distinctly Lutheran environment is critical for our children, church, and society. CUNE is a leader in forming Lutheran church workers and laity. I was blessed with CUNEtrained elementary teachers and have trained Concordia gra...
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Dan Buman
Concordia University Nebraska Board of Regents
...not specified Bennington, NE; St. Mark, Omaha NE (NEB); LCMS 33 Dan Buman, Bennington, NE; St. Mark, Omaha NE (NEB); LCMS 33; Dir. of Nuclear Oversight & Strategic Asset Mgt. S: CUNE Found. Bd. 7, Conv. Deleg. D: Conv. Deleg. O: BOD NE Energy Federal Credit Union 11. I have had the wonderful opportunity to have served on the Concordia Uni...
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Douglas Tewes
Concordia University Nebraska Board of Regents
...oard in the process of establishing the next strategic plan for CUNE. I have a particular interest in continuing the emphasis on the preparation of servant leaders for the church and world. 70
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Stan Ullerich
Concordia University Nebraska Board of Regents
...on, our circuit, Iowa District West, and RSOs (LFS, LCEF , BLHS) attest to my desire to “Grow God’s Family, Show God’s Love.” The recruitment, mentoring, and educating of tomorrow’s leaders as they excel in their chosen vocations is CUNE’s purpose. Only with continual increases in academic expectations and in scholarly endeavors can this...
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Jeffrey Paul Cloeter
Concordia University St. Paul Board of Regents
...ial. Something extraordinary is happening at CSP . I am personally invested, as I am an alum and I have two children enrolled in church work programs. I am familiar with the school’s mission, leadership, and the context of the region. If elected, I will bring a pastoral heart and a mission zeal to the Board of Regents. Also candidate for:...
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Bob L. Ssekyanzi
Concordia University Texas Board of Regents
...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 leadership, and I want to use those gifts to glorify Him and serve His church. I believe that being a Christ-centered follower means that I concern myself with the relationship with Go...
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Dwayne M. Lueck
Concordia University Wisconsin Board of Regents
...ed over ten years as an advisory member to this board, I have seen firsthand the vital role Concordia plays in forming future church workers and leaders for our congregations. With gratitude for what Concordia has been and hope for what it will be, I bring governance experience, Synod perspective, and a deep commitment to our common confe...
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David Lambert
Concordia University Wisconsin Board of Regents
...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. I look forward to providing the principled policy-making necessary for our univers...
