Nominations. Nominations. Synod Vice President (four-year term) Nominees in this section (Vote for one person in this section): Heather Miller

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1 Nominations Synod Vice President (four-year term) Nominees in this section (Vote for one person in this section): Heather Miller Chris Harris Heather Miller Faith Lutheran Church, Clive Present and Previous Employment Executive Vice President and Board of Directors at Freedom Financial Bank, West Des Moines. Involved with the bank since its 1999 start-up. Prior to banking, computer programmer for The St. Paul Companies in St. Paul, MN. Service to Church and Community -Active member of current congregation and in congregations in communities of prior residence -Faith Lutheran Church: Council President, previous member of Finance Committee, Sunday school teacher, Vacation Bible Camp -Women s Reciprocity Group: breakfast club of business women in the Des Moines area -Amanda The Panda (family grief center): former president of the board of directors Education B.A. in Economics and Finance, St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN Family Husband - Casey; Children - Megan (9), Maren (7) Church involvement, family and work have grounded my perspective in the grace of God and in an awareness of human nature. Group settings, like synod council, provide wonderful opportunities for individuals with various backgrounds to join together to achieve a common goal. While leading group processes can be challenging, I have experienced the benefits of encouraging input and thoughtfully guiding the group in decision-making. As a mother, I am constantly reminded of the beauty and love of Jesus and I would be honored, and humbled, to further the work of the synod for the generations to come. Chris Harris Zion Lutheran Church, Iowa City Present and Previous Employment Certified Financial Planner, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, North Liberty, Iowa. Has served the surrounding area for 6 years. Prior positions include youth director, camp counselor, High Ropes Course facilitator, piano mover and waiter. Service to Church and Community -Active member of current congregation and in congregations in communities of prior residence -Zion Lutheran Church: Council President (current) and council member. Sunday School song leader and guitar player -Academic Mentoring Program: Weekly visits with a high school student at Iowa City High School Education B.A. in Psychology (with a minor in religion), Luther College in Decorah, IA Family Wife - Jess; Children - Jack (8), Bo (5), Lucy (2) I bring a strong understanding of finances to the office of Vice President and the synod council based on six years of experience helping Thrivent members. I listen and work well with others. Yet, I believe that my greatest asset is an awareness of the presence of the Spirit in my life and in the people I meet daily. That recognition keeps me energetic, committed, and positive. I would welcome the opportunity to serve the Southeastern Iowa Synod.

2 What is the work of the Synod Council? The Synod Council develops the long-range vision of the synod, and periodically reviews the work of this synod to see that programs and commissions are functioning according to synod priorities for mission. The Synod Council meets five times a year. Synod Council Clergy-at-Large (three-year term) Nominees in this section (Vote for one person in this section): Pr. Kristen Berglund Pr. Erika Uthe Pr. Kristen Berglund Grace Lutheran Church, Davenport Grace Lutheran Church, Associate Pastor, 2007-Present Before/After School Program at University of Chicago Lab School, Special Education Teacher s Aide, Synod Committee for First Call Theological Education 2009 Churchwide Assembly Voting Member Quad City Ignite Planning Team Member I would bring enthusiasm and passion to this position. I am excited to be involved in our synod and to work with others as we do God s work in this world. Pr. Erika Uthe St. John Lutheran Church, Ely St. John Lutheran Church: August 2010-present Volunteer hospital chaplain Volunteer in a local Spanish classroom Serves on board of directors for a non-profit mission organization I bring an open heart, a serving spirit, a fresh perspective, and it would be a joy to serve the synod. Previous experience on councils include congregational council and serving on the student body government at seminary.

3 Synod Council Conference 3 - Clergy (three-year term) Nominees in this section (Vote for one person in this section): Pr. T. Edwards Breed Pr. Mark Urlaub Pr. T. Edwards Breed St. Andrew Lutheran Church, Cedar Rapids Senior Pastor, St. Andrew Lutheran Church, Cedar Rapids, 2000-present Interim Pastor, Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, Pastor, Zion Lutheran Church, Hudson Iowa, Co-Pastor, St. Peter, Creston, NE, and St. Paul, Leigh, NE, Southeastern Iowa Synod Reference and Counsel Committee, 2002, Southeastern Iowa Synod Assembly planning committee, 2002, 2003 Southeastern Iowa Synod Communications Team, Chair, Cedar Rapids Noon Lions Club , Officer, ; Pres., I have served as parish pastor in both rural and urban settings since ordination, both solo and in staff settings. I have also served on a Synodical Parish Life Committee. Through these experiences I bring an understanding of the variety of ministry settings and opportunities within and beyond this synod. Pr. Mark C. Urlaub Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church, Vinton Pastor, Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church of Vinton, Iowa, 1985-present Associate Pastor, St. Andrew Lutheran Church of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Cedar River Conference (3) Dean, First Call Theological Education Committee Member, ; Chairperson, ; Colleague 1: group facilitator, ; consultant, 2004-present Lutheran Chaplaincy Outreach Advisory Board member, Entity Committee chair, 2004 Mutual Ministry Committee member, Synod Assembly Planning Committee Member, 1984, 1997; Chairperson, 1985, 1993, 2002, 2003, 2009 Grand View College Board of Directors J-Term Practicum and Internship Supervisor for seminary student, Vinton Area Ministerial Association and several times officer Vinton Lutheran Home Co-chaplain City of Vinton Housing Board Habitat for Humanity International, Benton County Chapter Cedar Valley Affiliate Vinton Shellsburg Community Schools Chapter co-organizer and Board of Directors chairperson; Coordinator School Improvement Committee, Marching Band National Independence Day Parade in Washington, D.C. trip coordinator Quailification and Gifts Quite a bit of experience in a variety of things.

4 Synod Council Conference 4 - Lay Female (three-year term) Nominees in this section (Vote for one person in this section): Deanne Bennett Nominations Deanne Bennett Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Lost Nation Owner/Operator of (Cosmetology) Studio 190, Dec present Secretary at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Lost Nation, Sept present Owner/Operator of Main Street Studio in Lost Nation, Owner/Operator of Family Hair Care in Monticello, Vice President on the Southeastern Iowa Synod Women s Organization Cluster 4 board as Mission Community Bethlehem s Church Council as Secretary, past Bethlehem WELCA President, WELCA bible study leader, altar guild coordinator, communion server, lector. Previously was on the Lost Nation Business Association and LN Booster Club. An eagerness to learn about the process of the higher church (both at the Synod level and the Church wide level), to understand what the ELCA does for those who need us. To let Christ s light shine in and through me for others to see. Synod Council Conference 6 - Lay Male (two-year term) Nominees in this section (Vote for one person in this section): Robert Beckman Robert Beckman St. Mark Lutheran Church, Davenport Retired but worked shorter hours till December 2010 Pharmacist/Dept. Head of Hy-Vee #1/#2, Davenport, IA, Pharmacist/Co-owner of Rockingham Drug Store, Davenport, IA, Pharmacist/Manager for Walgreen Drug Co. for Council Bluffs/Waterloo/ Davenport, IA ( ) U.S. Army Medic, Recalled to U.S. Army Active Duty, and served Pharmacist/Manager for Walgreen Drug Co., Service - Church and Community Taught Sunday School (3rd Grade and Older) and Confirmation, Served 2 different terms on Church Council (once as President), Served Christian Ed., Worship, Music, Constitution, Committees, Befriender through Hospital Chaplains office, Parish visitation and communion volunteer, Term on Illowa Lutheran Coalition Board, 1990 (aprox.) Co-chaperone high school work camp at Wind River Indian Reservation, 1999 Advisor/Teacher of Boy Scout God and Country Award, Age, experience, and willingness to serve

5 Synod Council Conference 5 - Clergy (three-year term) Nominees in this section (Vote for one person in this section): Pr. Jennifer Henry Pr. Jennifer Henry Zion Lutheran Church, Clinton Senior Pastor, Zion Lutheran, Clinton, 2006-current Teaching and Mission Pastor, St. Paul Lutheran, Davenport, Pastor of St. John Lutheran, Olin, Mission Developer, Seeds of Faith Lutheran, Lisbon Missionary In Residence (MIR), Western Iowa Synod, 1993 Teaching Missionary to Qingdao, China, Before that High school English teacher My heart is permanently linked to this synod which sponsored and supported me as the Holy Spirit called me to be a servant leader. Early in my ministry, I served on synod council and hope to add some ideas to the visions in our ministry future. Mission is a high priority and I hope to offer my experience so that God s steadfast love can be explored and shared. Synod Council Conference 9 - Lay Male (three-year term) Nominees in this section (Vote for one person in this section): John Joenks John Joenks Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Knoxville Retired from the Veterans Administration Hospital, Knoxville, IA Medical Administration Assistant Currently serving on the Social Committee of Good Shepherd Lutheran Also share teaching the 4th 6th Grade Sunday School Class Previously served on the Peace Lutheran Church, Pella, IA committees of Stewardship & Fellowship Traveled with a group from Peace Lutheran to Tanzania in 2003 to visit companion congregation in Mwanga, Tanzania Member of the Knoxville Morning Kiwanis Club serving on the Social and Spiritual Life Committees. The experiences I have gained while serving this 1st term on the synod council, has greatly shaped my decision making skills and helped hone my common sense approach to the myriad of issues facing the Church today.

6 Synod Council Conference 10 - Clergy (two-year term) Nominees in this section (Vote for one person in this section): Pr. Robin Coughennower Nominations Pr. Robin Coughennower Windsor Heights Lutheran Church, Windsor Heights Windsor Heights Lutheran Church, Associate Pastor, 2006 Present St. John s, St. Donatus, IA/St. Paul s, Lamotte, IA, Pastor, Haddon Heights, NJ, worship assistant, while attending seminary, Synod council, (vacancy appointment) 2012 Elections Committee for Southeastern Iowa Synod Assembly, 2007, (Chair in 2010, 2011) Rural Ministry Team, Southeastern Iowa Synod, Divorce Recovery Workshop Team Leader, Home Together Housing Program for Des Moines Liturgy Team, A natural curiosity to learn more about how the ELCA functions, as well as an interest in trying new things and a passion to serve the church through this opportunity Synod Council Youth Female (two-year term) Nominees in this section (Vote for one person in this section): Hannah Creamer Lyndsey Wycoff Hannah Creamer Zion Lutheran Church, Muscatine None Teaching Sunday School to first and second graders. Volunteer to clean up yards for church members. Have gone to New York with the youth group as a Mission Trip. Have assisted with worship as an acolyte and cross-bearer. Volunteer at Fruitland Fire Department, Fruitland, Iowa, washing trucks and helping with fundraisers. Former Girl Scout. School Activities: Swim team, basketball, softball, band, jazz band, marching band. I bring the prospective of teenagers, like myself, that feel that our opinion matters. I am a good listener and have leadership skills. These skills came from being in all of the activities listed above, but mostly from Girls Scouts. I once had to help at a summer camp and helped younger girls with games and activities. I have a good knowledge of the Bible because I attend a Christian school. I like to be challenged because it gives me a feeling of accomplishment when I finish the task.

7 Synod Council Youth Female Continued Lyndsey Wycoff Seeds of Faith Lutheran Church, Lisbon No biographical information submitted What are the responsibilities of the Consultation Committee? There are two situations within which the Consultation Committee might be called upon to serve: 1. To serve in the event of a disagreement among factions within a congregation if the bishop is unable to lead the congregation members to a resolution of the issue. 2. In the event that we need to determine whether to discipline a rostered leader of this synod. Specifically, committee members may advise the bishop as to whether he should bring charges against a particular rostered leader or the committee may make other recommendations for resolving the disciplinary issue.

8 Synod Consultation Committee Nominees in this section (Vote for 3 clergy and 3 lay): Clergy - Pr. Virginia Anderson-Larson Lay - Leslie Eichelberger Pr. Carl Engstrom Steve Fishwild Pr. Michael Herschberger Elaine Haugen Pr. Cindy Johnson George Kinnaird Pr. Wayne Weissenbuehler Jim Schneider Clergy Pr. Heidi Williams Jon Thoms Nominations Pr. Virginia Anderson-Larson St. John Lutheran Church, Olin/ Zion Lutheran Church, Wyoming St. John, Olin/ Zion, Wyoming, Pastor, Present Director of Spiritual Formation and Associate Director of Contextual Education, Wartburg Theological Seminary, Parish Pastor, Missionary in Madagascar Physical Education and Health Education Teacher Southeastern Iowa Synod Candidacy Committee Spiritual Director ELCA Global Mission Unit Board of Directors and Chairperson Synod Global Mission Team EWALU Bible Camp Board of Directors Wartburg Theological Seminary Board of Directors Missionary teacher in Madagascar I have been gifted with a capacity for sensitive listening and bring a career of experience in a variety of congregational settings that contributes wisdom and insight. Pr. Carl Engstrom Zion Lutheran Church, Davenport Interim Pastor, First Lutheran Church, Maquoketa, Iowa Pastor, Bethany Lutheran Church, Burlington, Iowa Senior Pastor, St. Peter s Lutheran Church, Janesville, Wisconsin Pastor, Ascension Lutheran Church, Green Bay, Wisconsin Associate Pastor, St. Luke s Lutheran Church, Waukesha, Wisconsin Southeastern Iowa Synod Candidacy Committee Conference Dean in Southeastern Iowa Synod Lutheran Lakeside Camp Board, President of Lutheran Lakeside Camp Board, Consultation Committee in Wisconsin, Synod Stewardship Committee in Wisconsin, Global Mission Committee in Wisconsin Lutheran Church in America Delegate to two Churchwide Assemblies, Planning Committee for Lutheran Church in America Global Mission Events I have been a parish pastor for 39 years in a variety of settings. I have a deep care for the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and for God s whole church. I think I have a good sense of fairness and compassion for congregations, church members and rostered leaders.

9 Synod Consultation Committee Nominees Continued Pr. Michael Herschberger Our Savior Lutheran Church, Marshalltown Present and Past Employment Our Savior Lutheran Church, Marshalltown Grace Lutheran Church, Des Moines Grandview University, Adjunct Professor, Philosophy and Religion Trinity Lutheran Church, Ellsworth Noon Optimist Club, Marshalltown LCM-ISU Board Member Boy Scouts of America, Chaplin Community Library Board High School Music Booster Club Member I engaged in a year- long training on Healthy Congregations using Family Systems Theory through LSI which helps me better understand and serve the Gospel in the congregation and beyond. Also believe in importance of a safe environment for youth and adults and received training under Safeguarding God s Children the and Boys Scouts adult leadership program. Pr. Cindy Johnson Peace Lutheran Church, West Burlington Present and Past Employment Prior to being a pastor, I worked in the nursing home industry as an activities director. I also have experience in the insurance industry and restaurant industry. Southeastern Iowa Synd Conference 8 Dean Bel Canto Chorale in Burlington Hawkeye Heritage Quilt Guild, officer All of my job positions have been jobs of service- waiting tables; insurance customer service; directing activities for nursing home residents and now serving the people of Peace Lutheran. Serving is a hallmark of how we, as followers of Jesus, are to live with one another.

10 Synod Consultation Committee Nominees Continued Nominations Pr. Wayne Weissenbuehler Faith Lutheran Church, Burlington Served congregations in Kansas, Colorado, Minnesota, and Iowa Bishop of the Central District, ALC, Bishop of the Rocky Mountain Synod ELCA, Instructor, Wartburg Seminary, Interim Director of the Center for Theology and Land, 2007 Chaplain, Lutheran Summer Music, 2006,2009,2011,2012 CPE Advisory Committee, University of Iowa, Hospitals and Clinics. My long experience as a pastor and bishop and close ties to the seminary. Pr. Heidi Williams Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Slater Pastor, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 2003-Present Youth Ministry Coordinator, St. John s, Des Moines, Roofer, Central States Roofing, , Reporter/Photographer, Guthrie Center Times, Pastor, St. Simeon, Philadelphia, PA, Interim Pastor, St. Jakobus, Bethel, Philadelphia, 1988 Pastor, Holy Trinity Slovak, Philadelphia, First Call Theological Education Committee I am objective, analytical, listen well, and have some experience and education in addressing conflict with congregations through previous intentional interim ministry training.

11 Synod Consultation Committee Nominees Continued Lay Leslie Eichelberger Shepherd of the Cross Lutheran Church, Muscatine No biographical information submitted Steve Fishwild First Lutheran Church, Maquoketa Senior Account Executive DDI, Inc. Store Manager Wal-Mart Inc. Service - Church and Community Server Thanksgiving and Christmas Day Community Meals First Lutheran Committee and Congregation Chair First Lutheran Assessment team Synod assembly and churchwide representative Thrivent County Board member I am analytical and able to make decisions, and able to build rapport with team to accomplish necessary tasks.

12 Synod Consultation Committee Nominees Continued Nominations Elaine Haugen Holy Trinity Lutheran, Ankeny Present to Previous Employment Minister of Caring and Parish Health for Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Ankeny, 1998-Current Volunteer Coordinator for Department of Human Services Polk County Program Manager for the Foster Grandparent/Senior Companion Program of Lutheran Social Services of MN Owned and operated my own child care facility Nurse at Mid-Dakota Clinic, Alma Nelson Manor, Bettendorf Medical Center Southeastern Iowa Synod Council Iowa Disaster Behavioral Health Response Team-current Board Member for Polk County Conservation-current Board Member for Ankeny Service Center-current Received Gov. Award for Service to Iowa-2010 ACERT-Ankeny Community Emergency Response Team-current Citizens Police Academy-current Enduring Families with the Iowa National Guard NOVA, (National Office of Victim Assistance crisis team member)-current Iowa Crisis Response Team (two trips to NY following 9-11)-current Neal Smith Prairie Learning Center: Board of Directors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program: Advisory Board Northwest Minnesota State Parks Citizens Group Board Member and Founder Lake Bemidji State Park Citizens Association: Founder and President DNR: Campground Host State of MN. Volunteers for Optometric Service to Humanity: Volunteer to third world countries Woman to Woman Jail Ministry: Volunteer Healthy Community Healthy Kids: Advisory Board Conference Dean, NW MN Synod NW Synod Council Representative, Financial Committee and Personnel Calvary Lutheran Church: Evangelism Board, Personnel Committee MN Office of Citizenship/Volunteer Service State of MN, Dept. of Adm.: Board MN DNR: Stakeholder (one of 50 chosen for the state of MN) I have good verbal, organizational, and written communication skills and a great deal of supervisory experience. I treat everyone with dignity and respect. I minister to the whole person and consider myself a wounded healer simply showing others where to find the Divine Healer by using the gifts He has given.

13 Synod Consultation Committee Nominees Continued George Kinnaird Ascension Lutheran Church, Marion Present to Previous Employment Retired Social Security Administration (30 Years) 3 post-retirement part-time jobs. Recovery Advocate working for LSI for about 3 months in the Cedar Rapids area. Church choir member Director of Evangelism for Ascension Church Health Team (Natural Church Development) Church Thursday evening men s group about 5 years; Intern Committee Stephen Ministry LSI ambassador for the congregation Habitat for Humanity representative. I regard myself as both a religious and spiritual Christian. We should take opportunity to listen to the needs of the world and respond in an imaginative and hopeful mann. During my professional life as first-line supervisor, gained years of experience dealing with interpersonal relations and the dynamics of people working togethersometime in conflict. Open communication and respect for the position of others are key to conflict resolution. Jim Schneider Faith Lutheran Church, Eldridge Director, TRIO-Student Support Services at Scott Community College, Davenport Assistant Dean of Adult Education at Scott Community College, Davenport Churchwide Assembly Voting Member 2011 Synod Assembly Votmg member, 3 yrs Church Stewardship Committee 4 yrs, 2 yrs as Chair, Junior High Sunday School Teacher 4 yrs, Church Council 3 yr term; 1 yr as Council President, Summer VBS 4 yrs, Singer with Jubilation Faith Band 11 years, Church Choir 2 years, Youth Ministry Call Committee Chair Ecumenical Development Housing Committee 7 yrs Scott County Foster Care Review Board 11 yrs NSHS Band Booster, Drama Booster Quad City Singers 2 years Festival of Trees volunteer Ride the River volunteer Moonlight Chase volunteer I have a deep faith in Jesus Christ and willingness to serve through a variety of roles through the years. My appreciation and respect for the ELCA went through the roof seeing all that we do when at the Churchwide Assembly in Orlando.

14 Synod Consultation Committee Nominees Continued Nominations Jon Thoms St John Lutheran Church, Bellevue Honkamp Krueger & Co., P.C. CPA firm - Partner, present Mercantile Bank/Hawkeye Banks various officer positions, Bellevue and Clinton, Iowa First Iowa State Bank; Albia, Iowa St. John Lutheran Church - member of Trust committee, confirmation leader, nominating committee, stewardship committee Bellevue and Clinton Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Groups in Clinton and Jackson Counties Clinton Rotary Club The willingness to be placed into what can be difficult circumstances and assist with analyzing the situation. Attempt to compromise to a reasonable solution for everyone involved and if that fails bring the matter to a conclusion with a decision. Synod Discipline Committee Nominees in this section (Vote for 2 clergy and 2 lay): Clergy - Pr. Richard Dahle Lay - George Bauer Pr. Jodi Hinrichs Nancy Ingelson, AIM Pr. Steven Knudson Stephanie Johnson Pr. Janelle Osbeck Roger Roskens What are the responsibilities of the Discipline Committee? In the event that charges are made against a rostered leader of this synod, the bishop would first work with a consultation panel to try to resolve the issue. If it appears that discipline is required, some members of the Committee on Discipline would be asked to serve as part of a Discipline Hearing Committee and would hold a hearing for two purposes: 1. To make Findings of Fact, setting forth what the committee believes to be the truth of the matter, and 2. To make a determination about whether, based upon the facts that it has found, it believes discipline should be imposed and if so, what the discipline should be.

15 Synod Discipline Committee Nominees Continued Clergy Pr. Richard Dahle Augustana Lutheran Church, Boone Augustana Lutheran Church, Boone, IA First Lutheran Church, Sioux City, IA Trinity Lutheran Church, Alta, IA Ebenezer Lutheran Church, Audubon, IA/Bethany Lutheran Church, Kimballton, IA Southeastern Iowa Synod Spirituality Retreat Planning Team (current) Youth and Shelter Services (YSS) Board, Boone County (current) Conference Dean, Sioux City, IA (formerly) Lutheran Lakeside Camp Board (formerly) I am able to listen with fairness, not quick to jump to conclusions, like to gather facts, open to view things from multiple perspectives, rooted in grace. Pr. Jodi Hinrichs Shepherd of the Cross Lutheran Church, Muscatine Pastor, Shepherd of the Cross Lutheran Church, Muscatine, IA, 2010-present Pastor at Faith Lutheran Church, Eldridge, IA, Intern at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Slater, IA, Current Dean of Conference 7 Member of the Synod First-Call Theological Education Committee since 2006 I m interested in looking at all sides of an issue and trying to understand the perspectives of others. I m able to remain a calm, non-anxious presence in midst of conflict. I have experienced crises in congregations and desire to help others through difficult circumstances. I love the church and hope to help make it stronger.

16 Synod Discipline Committee Nominees Continued Nominations Pr. Steven J. Knudson First Lutheran Church, Cedar Rapids Senior Pastor, First Lutheran Church, Cedar Rapids, 2011-Present. Lead Pastor, Vinje Lutheran Church, Willmar, MN, Pastor for Congregational Life, Vinje Lutheran Church, Willmar, MN, Associate Pastor, Christ Lutheran Church, West Covina, CA, Southwestern Minnesota Synod Delegate to 2009 Churchwide Assembly Southwestern Minnesota SynodAdvocate for Book of Faith Initiative, Southwestern Minnesota Synod Conference Dean, Board Member and Chair of Willmar Area YMCA, Chair of Willmar Area Ministerial Association, 1994, 2000 Southwestern Minnesota Synod Council, Chair Southwestern Minnesota Synod Board for Shared Partnership, I have broad experience within congregations and in the wider mission and ministry of the ELCA. I have the ability to listen well, think clearly, and offer thoughtful response. I bring a perspective that embraces the shared work of congregations through the synod and the ELCA. Pr. Janelle Osbeck Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Des Moines Co-Pastor at Zion Lutheran Church, Finland, MN, Co-Pastor at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Des Moines, 1993-present Iowa Home Health Hospice Chaplain, 2008-present Synod Leadership Support Committee, Thrivent Chapter Board Records Director, 2009-present Commission for Global Missions, 2010-present I have a great love for our Church and our rostered leaders. I believe my experiences in parish ministry and work with the synod s Leadership Support Committee will continue to guide me faithfully to help resolve controversies and discipline matters should the need arise.

17 Synod Discipline Committee Nominees Continued Lay George Bauer Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Vinton Co-owner of Fourth Street Cleaners, 2 years. Associated Catholic Charities of Baltimore, 14 years. Member of Bethlehem Lutheran, 2 years Eucharistic minister Property Board Member, Nursing home ministry, Vinton Lions Club member Volunteer-Hospice Compassus Board member- Vinton Unlimited Chamber of Commerce/ business development) I believe that I am an open-minded individual and a good listener... always with the intent of doing the right thing and glorifying God. It is my desire to serve the church both locally and sydnodically using these gifts. Nancy Ingelson, AIM St. Paul Lutheran Church, Davenport Present-Previous Employment Classroom Teacher, Special Education, Silvis, IL, Director of Youth & Family Education, Trinity, Moline, IL, Parish Educator Learning Ministries, St. Paul, Davenport, Chaplain, Genesis Health System, Davenport, 2009-Present Service-Church and Community Various Boards- ARC, American Cancer Society, CommUniversity, Volunteer reader for Apris (Augustana Public Radio) Chair, Congregational Life Committee, Northern Illinois Synod Coordinator, Covenant Group Formation, Southeastern Iowa Synod Candidacy Committee, Southeastern Iowa Synod Understanding of how systems function; 25 years plus. Congregational Leadership experience, committed to peace and justice issues and actions. Meaningful, effective inter-personal relations in various settings. Ability to see larger picture and focus on mission.

18 Synod Discipline Committee Nominees Continued Nominations Stephanie Johnson Grace Lutheran Church, Des Moines Present-Previous Employment Grace, Des Moines, IA: Director of Laity Ministries, 2008 present Mt. Hebron Presbyterian Church, Ellicott City, MD: Director of Christian Education, Drama Kids International, Ellicott City, MD: Director of Howard County, ABC Care, Inc: Aftercare Director, Busy Beaver Extended Day Program: Preschool Teacher, 9/92-8/97 Service-Church and Community Current volunteer at Iowa Lutheran Hospital, Des Moines, IA: teacher and coordinator of Pediatric Orientation Program, and member of Volunteer Recognition Event Planning Team Current volunteer at the After Schools Arts Program at St. John, Des Moines, IA Past volunteer at Carver Elementary School (Des Moines); Pleasant Hill, IA library; York Hospital daycare (PA) Past Sunday School, VBS, and dance teacher Various volunteer roles in churches I bring a Master of Divinity from Gettysburg Lutheran Seminary, lifelong involvement in churches in four different states, and an understanding of church culture and the role of church staff. My background in education equips me with an understanding of child safety in particular and relationship boundaries in general. Roger Roskens Zion Lutheran Church, Muscatine Present-Previous Employment High School Principal 23 years Retired Iowa Army National Guard Retired Colonel Service-Church and Community Planning Committee Chairperson Worship Committee Chairperson Church Council President Senior Choir Member Elks Chanters Singers member Mark Twain Meadows Housing Association Board of Directors I believe the leadership positions which I held have helped to provide with skills, objectivity and understanding that would be needed as a member of this committee.

19 What Are the Responsibilities of Voting Members of the Churchwide Assembly? The Churchwide Assembly of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America is its highest legislative authority. Its responsibilities, as described in constitutional provision 12.21, include the following: a. Review the work of the churchwide officers, and for this purpose require and receive reports from them and act on business proposed by them. b. Review the work of the churchwide units, and for this purpose require and receive reports from them and act on business proposed by them. c. Receive and consider proposals from synod assemblies. d. Establish churchwide policy e. Adopt a budget for the churchwide organization. f. Elect officers, board members, and other persons as provided in the constitution or bylaws. g. Establish churchwide units to carry out the functions of the churchwide organization. h. Have the sole authority to amend the constitution and bylaws. i. Fulfill other functions as required by the constitution and bylaws. j. Conduct such other business as necessary to further the purposes and functions of the churchwide organization. Voting members are elected by Synod Assemblies to serve at the Churchwide Assembly. Their individual responsibilities are to: represent the interests of this whole church to facilitate its mission and ministry seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit and approach the Churchwide Assembly s work with reflection and prayer participate in orientation, both that provided by the synod and that provided by the churchwide organization be present during the entire Churchwide Assembly, attending plenary sessions, worship, hearings, and other assembly-related activities study in advance the Pre-Assembly Report, particularly the reports of officers and the matters on which the Churchwide Assembly will take action listen to presentations and discussion and be prepared to participate responsibly exemplify servant leadership in words, life-style, and manner of leadership, recognizing accountability to the Triune God, the whole Church, each other, and to the Churchwide Assembly as a whole provide reports about the Churchwide Assembly to congregations and others within the synod Churchwide Assembly - Clergy and Lay Nominees in this section (Vote for 6 clergy and 11 lay): Clergy- Pr. Robin Coughennower Pr. Catherine Daharsh Pr. Patricia Decker Pr. Thomas Dowling Pr. Ellery Dykeman Pr. Richard Gates Pr. Stacy Grau Pr. Joshua Martyn Pr. Shelley Nelson Pr. Clark Olson-Smith Pr. Katharine Yarnell Lay Female- Marta Bauer Kelly Schoof Benz Singh Bounma Peggy Carr Ann Eby Rachael Hanna Karol Joenks Patchay Kamvanh Emily Martin Jodi Schuman Lay Male- Tyler Baars Tyler Christians Walter Gwenigale, Jr. Michael Hopp Mark Lyon Charles Pietscher Anthony Rodriquez Michael Schaeffer John Strand Ken Turnquist

20 Churchwide Assembly Nominations Continued Nominations Clergy Pr. Robin Coughennower Windsor Heights Lutheran Church, Windsor Heights Windsor Heights Lutheran Church, Associate Pastor, 2006 Present St. John s, St. Donatus, IA/St. Paul s, Lamotte, IA, Pastor, Haddon Heights, NJ, worship assistant, while attending seminary, Synod council, (vacancy appointment) 2012 Elections Committee for Southeastern Iowa Synod Assembly, 2007, (Chair in 2010, 2011) Rural Ministry Team, Southeastern Iowa Synod, Divorce Recovery Workshop Team Leader, Home Together Housing Program for Des Moines Liturgy Team, A natural curiosity to learn more about how the ELCA functions, as well as an interest in trying new things and a passion to serve the church through this opportunity. Pr. Catherine Daharsh Gilbert Lutheran Church, Gilbert Pastor, Gilbert Lutheran Church, Gilbert, IA Director of Youth and Family Ministry, First United Lutheran, Sheboygan, WI Elementary/Special Education Teacher, Sheboygan Area School District, Sheboygan, WI Ambassador for Wartburg Theological Seminary, Dubuque, IA Fall Theological Conference, Chair, Southeastern Iowa Synod Boost Together for Children Board Member, Ames, IA Iowa State University Lutheran Campus Ministry Board Member, Ames, IA District Advisory Board Member, Gilbert School District, Gilbert, IA Story County Empowerment Board Member, Ames, IA I am passionate about sharing the Gospel with God s people through the church locally, synodically and churchwide. I have a willingness to do my best to prepare for the assembly, to listen closely to conversations and presentations and to vote on issues as the Spirit leads.

21 Churchwide Assembly Nominations Continued Pr. Patricia Decker Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Cedar Rapids Gloria Dei, Cedar Rapids, Associate Pastor, Present Prior to current call, spent ten months as interim pastor at St. John, Tama and Trinity, Malcom and spent 3 months as interim covering a pastor s sabbatical at Holy Redeemer, Cedar Rapids. Seminary internship at St. Andrew, Cedar Rapids. Prior to becoming a pastor, spent thirteen years in sales and management before going to seminary (retail store manager for Lane Bryant, a sales representative for one of Chicago s largest home builders and sales for and co-managed a trophy and specialty advertising business. Planning Team for the Cedar River Theological Education Forum Chair of Credentials Committee for 2011 Southeastern Iowa Synod Assembly Planning Team for Southeastern Iowa Synod 2011 Stewardship Resource Event 2012 Called Together in Mission (CTIM) Bible Study Leader A deep respect for the thoughtful, prayerful, scripturally-grounded and Spirit-driven process by which the ELCA governs itself and a willingness to follow that model as a voting member as well a desire to learn and prepare for the issues, excellent listening skills, and a gift for seeing all sides of a discussion. Pr. Thomas Dowling St. Paul Lutheran Church, Tama St. Paul Lutheran Chuch, Pastor Lutheran Social Services Lutherdale Bible Camp Tama County Food Pantry Volunteer Member of the Southeastern Iowa Synod s Global Relations Commission Member of the Grinnell Oratorio Society I have a strong interest in learning more about the wider mission of the church and in taking part in that mission. Attending the ELCA Churchwide Assembly would be a great experience for me as a first-call pastor.

22 Churchwide Assembly Nominations Continued Nominations Pr. Ellery Dykeman Wayne Zion Lutheran Church, Monticello Pastor, Wayne Zion Lutheran Church in Monticello, Iowa (2011-Present) Interim Pastor, Bethany Lutheran Church in West Branch, Iowa ( ) Intern, First English Lutheran Church in Victoria, Texas ( ) Youth & Family Minister (Full-time), Our Savior Lutheran Church (ELCA) in Lebanon, Oregon ( ) Served on the Youth and Family Ministry Board at Trinity Lutheran College (Everett, Washington) 2 Years Student Body Co-President at Wartburg Theological Seminary Active participant of Monticello Ministerial Association Youth Basketball coach at Monticello Recreation Dept. I am excited about the Holy Spirit s work in and through God s church to do new, passionate, and unique mission and ministry in Jesus name, now and into the future! Pr. Richard Gates First Lutheran Church, Chariton Pastor, First Lutheran Church, Chariton, Iowa: July 2010-Present Pastoral Intern, First English Lutheran Church, Austin, Texas: August Research Analyst/Developer/Operations Manager, Kuder, Inc., Adel, Iowa: Programmer/Statistician, QAI, Inc., and affiliated companies, Quincy, Illinois: Statistics Instructor, Truman State University, Kirksville, Missouri: Business Manager, First United Methodist Church, Champaign, Illinois: Interchurch Council of Lucas County, Iowa: July 2010-Present (Treasurer: October 2010-Present) Wayne County (Iowa) Ministerial Association: July 2010-Present Bible Study Leader for Congregations Together in Mission, Cedar Rapids, Iowa: March 2011 Field Education Committee and Admissions Committee, Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois: September 2009-June 2010 Disaster Preparedness Task Force, Southwestern Texas Synod: October 2008-July 2009 Future of Worship in the ELCA, Orlando, Florida: November 1998 Love for sharing in God s work among the diverse hands of the ELCA. Openness to the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Prayerful, thoughtful, and geographically-varied experience informed by life-long participation and involvement at congregational, synodical, and churchwide levels.

23 Churchwide Assembly Nominations Continued Pr. Stacy Grau First Lutheran Church, Fairfield Pastor, First Lutheran Church, Fairfield, Iowa (2011-present) Associate Pastor, Zion Lutheran Church, Clinton, Iowa ( ) Clergy Advisor to Southeastern Iowa Synod Lutheran Youth Organization Member of the Southeastern Iowa Synod Vocation and Faith Formation Commission Member of the Greater Fairfield Area Habitat for Humanity I bring a deep love for this church and its people. I strive to share God s love in my ministry and help others to see and share Christ s light in the world. I trust in the Holy Spirit lead me as I continue to serve the church. Pr. Joshua Martyn Zion Lutheran Church, Clinton Associate Pastor, Zion Lutheran Church, Clinton, IA: Present Pastor, Eden Lutheran Church, Riverside, CA: Wartburg Theological Seminary, Dubuque IA: San Bernardino City Mission (California) working to help feed the poor, distribute clothing/meal boxes, helped provide discipleship/rehabilitation programs, provided weekly chapel services for the community. Inland Empire representative for youth and family ministry in Riverside CA. Coordinated with the Youth Directors and Pastors in Riverside County to develop ways in which we could further reach the youth in our areas and provide opportunities for them to discover their identities as Children of God. Caring Hands Food Pantry board in Fullerton CA. We developed a pantry and distributed meals to the community. Grew up in the ELCA, am passionate for social justice and youth and family ministry, very calm, clear headed, and patient in any situation, passionate for the health and vitality of the ELCA and its synods, open to the works of the Holy Spirit and how the Spirit is at work and moving the ELCA into the future.

24 Churchwide Assembly Nominations Continued Nominations Pr. Shelley Nelson New Era of Hope Lutheran Parish (New Era, Muscatine and Hope, Dixon) 2005-present Serving New Era of Hope Parish, made up of 2 small rural churches, New Era in Muscatine and Hope in Dixon, IA year interim at SS. Peter and Paul Monticello and St. John s in Hopkinton, IA Peace Lutheran, Belmont, WI Norway Lutheran, Windlake, WI Newport Lutheran, Newport, MN Current-Food Pantry Board member in Muscatine Muscatine Ministerial and North Scott Clergy Group Past President of West Scott Thrivent Financial Board Blood Doner and Transplant advocate Mission trip to Tanzania As a citizen, I have particularly interested in how our government works. As a pastor, I am interested how that relates to our Church. I have attend Synod Assembly regularly and would like to have the opportunity to attend Churchwide as a voting member. Pr. Clark Olson-Smith All Saints Lutheran Church, Davenport Pastor, All Saints, Davenport, IA (April 2011 to present) Pastor, St. Stephen, South Plainfield, NJ (October 2006 to December 2011) Raritan Mission Cluster Counselor, New Jersey Synod ( ) Having attended as a visitor the Churchwide Assemblies in 2005, 2007, and 2009, I am knowledgeable about the process and prepared to serve as a voting member. I value the work and witness of the whole church and fully believe the Holy Spirit works through our Assembly gatherings.

25 Churchwide Assembly Nominations Continued Pr. Katharine Yarnell Lutheran Church of Hope, West Des Moines 2007-Present Director of Campaign Giving Grand View University Director of Alumni Giving Wartburg Theological Seminary Parish Pastor St. John Lutheran Church, Athol, Kansas 1991 Student Pastor Trinity Lutheran Church, London, Ontario, Canada 2007 Present Weekly Supply Pastor, Our Savior s Lutheran Church, Stanhope, Iowa Smith County, Kansas Hospice and Hospital Chaplain Assisting with Smith County, Kansas 4-H Equine Program Knowledge of the financial impact of stewardship on Seminaries, Congregations, and Church Colleges, and how this relates to the future of the church; experience in rural and suburban ministry; decade of post-graduate study at the Center for Family Process, Bethesda, Maryland. Lay Female Marta Bauer Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Vinton I am a Business Analyst for a financial software company. I determine requirements for how the software should work and then work with the developers to make it happen. I am currently working on a new software package that should be released in late Prior to moving to Iowa, I was in charge of Housing and Compliance for a non-profit company that provided housing to mentally ill people. President of Bethlehem s Church Council Facilitator of a Holy Hands Handiwork Group that knits or crochets shawls, chemo caps, lap blankets, preemie hats, etc. Facilitator of Bethlehem s Global Mission Committee Member of the Synod-Diocese Companion Relationship Committee Altar Guild Usher I feel called to serve God in my own community and the larger community. I am fascinated with how God touches lives in so many different ways. I attentively listen to how God make a difference in people s lives and look for ways to pass that knowledge on to others.

26 Churchwide Assembly Nominations Continued Nominations Kelly Schoof Benz Messiah Lutheran Church, Burlington Present Messiah Lutheran, Director of Youth & Children s Ministry, Fulltime since 4/ Community Action of Southeast Iowa, Family Development Specialist 2006 Present- Adult Advisor for the Southeastern Iowa Synod Lutheran Youth Organization/Y.L.T Present- Program Coordinator for LIFT (Living In Faith Together) monthly gatherings for Pre K- 5th grade for local Lutheran churches and the community 2009 Present- CASA Volunteer (court appointed special advocate) 2012 Present- member on advisory board for SEI Community Action I am a lifelong Lutheran Christian; 28 years old, and married with a 2 year old daughter. I have my ELCA certification in Youth & Family ministry from Wartburg Seminary, and just finished my BA degree at Iowa Wesleyan. I am committed to helping young adults and young families find their place in the church. Singh Bounma St. Paul Lutheran Church, Des Moines No biographical information submitted. Peggy Carr Seeds of Faith Lutheran Church, Lisbon Substitute teacher, Solon Community School is Spanish Instructor, Workshop Facilitator, Admissions Counselor Indian Hills Community College, Ottumwa, Iowa. Vice President, Seeds of Faith Council Member 1st Call, Mutual Ministry Committee Sunday School Teacher (substitute currently) V.B.S. Volunteer, Worship and Family Committee Member Church Cookbook Committee Member I am a lifelong member of the ELCA. I was baptized, confirmed, and married in an ELCA congregation. I have enjoyed many leadership roles in our churches as we ve lived in Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Cedar Rapids and Ottumwa, Iowa, and now at Seeds of Faith in Lisbon. I am blessed to be married for 26 years and have three wonderful children.

27 Churchwide Assembly Nominations Continued Ann Eby St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Monticello A teacher/director at a private preschool for 30 years. Prior to that, elementary teacher. Cub scouts and girl scouts (with my children) VBS and Sunday school teacher (decades), President WELCA in congregation SWO board member, member of Conference Cabinet (Secretary) for several term, and on Conference board of WELCA I have attended numerous SEIA Assemblies often as congregational delegate and enjoy being informed of the synod s work/concerns. It s been a privilege to serve on the Reference & Counsel Committee for several years. I was truly blessed to serve as a delegate to CWA in Orlando and would be eager to do so again. Rachael Hanna Christ Lutheran Church, Des Moines 2010-present Programmer Analyst, Hy-Vee IT Intern, Hy-Vee Computer Science Tutor, Augustana College, Sioux Falls, SD Nursery Attendant, Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Sioux Falls, SD Sunday School teacher ; Vacation Bible School Helper ; Vacation Bible School Leader preschool class LYO Conference Rep ; Our Saviors Lutheran Church Nursery, Sioux Falls Christ Lutheran Church Council ; Christ Lutheran Church Christian Ed Committee , Youth Leader , Christ Lutheran Church Web Master IXOYE Youth Outreach team at Augustana College (Plan and lead lock-ins for church youth groups, including games, bible study, and worship) Leader The church has always been an important part of my life, I work with young people in the church and have an awareness of their concerns, and I have a strong Lutheran identity.

28 Churchwide Assembly Nominations Continued Nominations Karol Joenks Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Knoxville Retired from mental health nursing (33 years) at the VA Medical Center, Knoxville Have served as Social Ministries counselor Currently serving on the Worship committee Treasurer for SEIA WELCA Cluster #9 Quilting for LWR; knitting/crocheting for layettes for LWR; made diapers for Mwanga Parish, Pare Diocese, Tanzania and for LWR Locally delivered meals and bag food items at food pantry Past president of the Iowa Nurses Association; started a National Alliance for the Mentally Ill support group in Knoxville in 1995; Initiated a plan for and volunteered for Pet Therapy at the VA and a care facility. I have an appreciation for the deliberation and process brought forward as resolutions and social changes. I have a grass roots position which can be expanded upon for the good of all. I am a mustard seed. Patchay Kamvanh St. Paul Lutheran Church, Des Moines No Picture Submitted First Assembly of God Child Development Center, Des Moines, IA Nationwide Insurance, Des Moines, IA Church Treasurer Work with youth and kids at church Additional tasks as needed at church I just have a willingness to serve our church and be a good witness for God in bringing the good news of Jesus Christ to the lost. I want God to work through me.

29 Churchwide Assembly Nominations Continued Emily Martin St. Mark Lutheran Church, Davenport Richmond Mental Health Center, Support Staff, in Ames, IA Barnes and Noble Booksellers, Cafe Server, in Davenport, IA Sears, Cashier, Davenport, IA Best Buy, Customer Specialist, Davenport, IA St. Mark Lutheran: Assist during the worship services and sing in the choir Lutheran Campus Ministry at Iowa State University: I am one of eight peer ministers who assist the pastor in ensuring that students to get the most out of their time with campus ministry. I assist in organizing Sunday evening worship every week, as well as being a part of the group that plans events and community projects. President of the Interfaith Council on campus Iowa State representative on the Ames area CROP Hunger Walk committee. Davenport CROP Hunger Walk participant Volunteer for Churches United of the Quad City Area through food banks. This summer I plan on volunteering at the Domestic Violence Shelter for Women that Churches United oversees. As a senior at Iowa State University and an involved member of Lutheran Campus Ministry therein, I represent a growing community of young adults who make up the future members and leaders of the ELCA. As a future seminarian, I am open to where the spirit is leading us. Jodi Schuman Memorial Lutheran Church, Nevada 2010 to Present: Office Administrator, Memorial Lutheran August, : Administrative Assistant, Memorial Lutheran August, 1999 May, 2007: Teacher, Computer Application/Science Southeastern Iowa Synod Stewardship Working Group (May, 2011 to Present) Member at Memorial Lutheran, Nevada since September, 1997, service includes Sunday School Music Director ( ), Church Council Secretary ( ), Choir Member (1997 to Present), Stewardship Team Member (January, 2012 to Present), various other short-term volunteer activities. Community activities include Music Parent volunteer, Nevada Community Band member, past Girl Scout Leader, and PTA volunteer. My experience with the Synod Stewardship Working Group and other leadership positions from Memorial and past congregations gives me an insight to all levels from local congregation to synod to churchwide and the importance of the symbiotic relationship between them.

30 Churchwide Assembly Nominations Continued Tyler Baars Zion Lutheran Church, Muscatine Nominations First National Bank of Muscatine: Financial Service Representative (June 2010-Present) Avenue Subs: Sandwich Artist (November 2011-Present) Church Sunday School Teacher, Church Confirmation Teacher, Church Youth Group Church Altar Guild Served on Church Call Committee I have been deeply involved in the church on all ends of the spectrum, this has given me a greater understanding of the church as a whole. It has challenged me in my organization, managing situations, along with my time, and has helped become more efficient in everything I do Tyler Christians St. Stephen Lutheran Church, Urbandale No biographical information submitted. Walter Gwenigale, Jr. Lutheran Church of Hope, West Des Moines United States Department of Veterans Affairs, Director of Equal Employment Opportunity, 1997-Present American Federation of Government Employees, National Organizer, St. Luke Medical Center, Cedar Rapids, IA, Lab Technician, United States Army. Position: Medical Specialist, Since coming to the United States 22 years ago from Liberia, West Africa because of the Civil War, I have served the ELCA and my community in multiple capacities. They include, but are not limited to: Global Health Ministry Volunteer Refugee Resettlement Volunteer Churchwide Assembly Delegate Anti-Racism Committee Member Global Ministry Event Volunteer Social Justice Advocate Chair of the Southeastern Iowa Synod Malaria Campaign My current and past experiences have provided me with the ability to consult on global church affairs such as: Global Health, Refugee Support/Advocacy, and Social Justice.

31 Churchwide Assembly Nominations Continued Michael Hopp Bethany Lutheran Church, Burlington No biographical information submitted. Mark Lyon First Lutheran Church, Maquoketa Director of IT for the NCH division of Valassis Communications and have been with the company for 24 years. In this capacity I lead software development efforts around the use and redemption of coupons. Church: I served as President of my current congregation as well as St. Paul Lutheran in Kenosha, WI. I have chaired various local church committees including Stewardship, Outreach and Call. I currently chair the Commission for Evangelical Mission for our Synod and am a former member of the Synod Council. I was also a voting member of the 2009 Churchwide Assembly. Most importantly, play guitar in the worship band and for our Sunday school music time. Community: I have served on the Parks and Rec commission, the technology in education committee, the school/parental oversight committee and coached soccer. I bring a strong commitment to the larger church having had extensive exposure at the Synod and Churchwide levels. I believe the ELCA has an important role to play not only in our synods and local congregations, but in the larger world, working with other Christian and non-christian groups around the world to care for God s creation and God s created. Charles Pietscher First Lutheran Church, Keokuk Water Pollution Control Superintendent with the City of Keokuk for 24 years. Chairman of the Foster Care Review Board in Lee County Former foster parent Sunday School teacher and Church Council President Treasurer for synod conference 8 I was privileged to visit the Pare Diocese in 2008 and have worked with the Usangi Girls Secondary School through the ELCA and Diocese.

32 Churchwide Assembly Nominations Continued Nominations No Picture Submitted Anthony Rodriguez Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Iowa City 2004-Present: Founder and Clinical Director (The Men s Center) : Infrastructure Analyst (Deere & Company) : Clinical Employee Assistance Professional (Symmetry) : Clinical Social Worker II (Metropolitan Family Services) St Paul /Davenport: Adult Education - Divorce, Parenting, Sexual Addiction. Faith / Moline: Grief Group: 6 series workshop, Adult Education Sexual Abuse QC Parish Nurses Association: Training/Education - Sexual Abuse, Why Men Can t Talk I believe that my education, experience, and skill level in the area of clinical social work, human relations, and organization management would be a value add to this position. I would be able to assess issues analytically and find the best solution(s) to address concerns. Michael Schaeffer St. John s Lutheran Church, Grinnell Computer programmer for Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance from 1986 to the present. I was service chairperson (community outreach) at St. John s for 4 years In that capacity, I led a fundraising event in my congregation for 2008 Iowa flood relief (and volunteered my own labor in the Cedar Rapids area) Coordinated the collection of Christmas gifts for low-income families Organized a letter-writing session for Bread for the World Served as congregation s CROP Walk leader for several years Recently helped write the proposed mission statement for St. John s Delegate to the Southeastern Iowa Synod Assembly at least 4 times On board of Tallgrass Prairie Audubon Society (a local conservation group) for at least the past 13 years, serving much of that time as secretary A former supervisor called me a deep thinker. I am a student of the Scriptures, having participated in numerous Bible studies. I ve been told that I have a talent for writing. I am creative enough to see things in new ways, and patient enough to get through the details.

33 Churchwide Assembly Nominations Continued John Strand Resurrection Lutheran Church, Ankeny Self employed as Certified Financial Planner Designee, 1998 to present Agent with CUNA Mutual Life Insurance Company, Teacher and coach in the Urbandale Community Schools, Member of Resurrection Lutheran Church, Ankeny, IA for over 30 years Service in a variety of leadership roles including council president, call committee chair, building committee chair, Sunday school teacher, council member, confirmation mentor, liturgist, choir member, and delegate to synod assemblies and conference meetings. Active participation in Life Share as a donor of platelets and whole blood. Membership in the Autism Society and participant in the Parent Educator Connection for many years. Member of the National Association of Insurance and Investment Advisors. A background in education with a bachelor s degree from Luther College in 1972, a master s degree from Iowa State University in 1982, two professional certifications from the American College, and a professional certification from the College for advisor for 26 years, and as an active church member my whole life. My life experiences have led me to be a person of faith, tolerance, and compassion. I have been told I am a good listener with good communication skills. Ken Turnquist Faith Lutheran Church, Clive Actuary, AVIVA USA, West Des Moines, IA for the past year Actuary, AEGON USA, Cedar Rapids, IA for the previous 13 years Board of Directors for EWALU Lutheran Camp, Strawberry Point, IA Member of Youth Committee and Sunday School teacher, First Lutheran Church, Cedar Rapids, IA Scoutmaster, BSA, Cedar Rapids, IA Chaired, Time Limited Grants Committee for the United Way of East Central IA Church Council and Sunday School teacher for Christ the King Lutheran Church, Moorhead, MN I am a Lutheran by birth, but remain a Lutheran by conviction. I believe that the Lutheran Church has a unique message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ to share with the world. I am humbled to have any opportunity to help the ELCA carry out that message.