NOMINATIONS FOR SYNOD COUNCIL POSITIONS Nominations can be made from the floor by obtaining a form from the Information Table located in the foyer. Ten voting members signatures are required for an individual to be nominated. If you are making a nomination for a conference position, the 10 signatures must be from that conference. Nominations are valid only if prior to the nominations being closed, the nominee has, either directly or indirectly, indicated her/his willingness to serve if elected. NOTE: Floor nominations must be turned in by 5 p.m. Thursday, May 5. * Incumbent VICE PRESIDENT Ms. Lori Herman SECRETARY Ms. Angela (Gangstad) Jackson* Ms. Judy Franz LAY AT LARGE, Male Mr. Paul Coulter* Mr. Darrel Timan LAY AT LARGE, Female Dr. Ann Dew Ms. Jan Neuhaus SONSHINE CONFERENCE #1, Clergy The Rev. Laurie Line HARVEST CONFERENCE #3, Lay Ms. Becky Draper REJOICE CONFERENCE #9, Lay Ms. Greta Goellrich 4-1
CANDIDATE FOR VICE PRESIDENT (4-year term) Vice President Ms. Lori Herman St. Andrew, San Diego RN, UC San Diego Medical Center Service - I have served our congregation in many roles, including past Council President and currently Youth Liaison. While president, we embarked on a building campaign, constructing a new Community Center - not a mere building, but a place for worship, service to others and community. I ve been a youth sponsor for the last seven years, serving high school youth on summer trips and throughout the year. With all I learn from being with them, I am actually the one being served. Discernment - I believe I have been given the gift of listening to differing opinions in order that I might better understand people and situations thoughtfully and clearly. I am not afraid to ask questions if I don t understand, nor am I afraid to share my thoughts. I am always listening, hoping to hear what God is calling us to do. Not afraid to change We are living in a time of exponential change, and we, as a church of God s people, need to consider new ways of being relevant to all of God s people without forgetting our roots and traditions. I am open to this discovery. 4-2
CANDIDATES FOR SECRETARY (4-year term) Secretary Ms. Angela (Gangstad) Jackson Clairemont Lutheran Church/Iglesia Luterana Clairemont Ministry Assistant for Administration, Clairemont Lutheran Church I have been in some form of secretarial work for the past 20+ years. I am very organized and work with others to problem solve on a daily basis. I am used to working with pastors and lay persons for the greater good of the church as a whole. I currently serve on the Synod Council so I am aware of the time commitment that will be required. I have been a member of Clairemont Lutheran Church for 30+ years and have been active in varying ways over these many years. I came to the church as an 8 th grader looking to find a place where I could find God. I have stayed at CLC/ILC because I am privileged to see God in different ways almost every single day since I now am serving as the church secretary. I am encouraged by the ELCA and all that we are trying to do in the world, as well as in our own neighborhoods. Things are changing as to how church is looked at and I feel that I can help be a part of that change yet still stay true to what we believe as Lutherans. Secretary Ms. Judith A. Franz Christ, San Clemente communications/public information positions with schools & cities, retired I have a heart for service and a desire to strengthen ELCA-Synod-Congregation relations. 25 years experience as a leader in two Pacifica Synod congregations (through thick and thin). I have been blessed by God with strong communications, writing and interpersonal skills that I pray can be put to good use on Synod Council. 4-3
Lay at Large, male CANDIDATES FOR LAY AT LARGE, Male (3-year term) Mr. Paul Coulter Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, Huntington Bch. Semi-Retired Demonstrated leadership serving in several key congregationally-elected positions: two terms church council; Mission Endowment Fund board chairperson and vice-chairperson. Also at different times served as chairs of preschool director search committee, staff support, and stewardship committee. Developed ability to work as a positive force in diverse groups within the congregation on collaborative efforts affecting different ministries such as youth, young adult and global missions. Participated in Pacifica s Mission to Borneo in 2014 with companion synod, Basel Christian Church of Malaysia, and Asian Lutheran International Conference (ALIC) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in 2015. Bring wide perspectives and insights into current issues facing the ELCA by having successful careers in both public education as a teacher and as a manager in the commercial real estate industry. Extensively traveled internationally, experiencing a wide range of diverse cultures and religions. Lay at Large, male Mr. Darrel Timan Carlton Hills, Santee Zone Asset Protection Manager, 7-Eleven INC. Patience I have served in Several Church positions in the past including 4 terms as Congregation President, and head of the School Board and Call Committee. In work I have to fully evaluate difficult situations and then make what can be difficult decisions but hopefully the right decision for each situation. Caring I care about all people and feel that they need a voice and to be included. I have been a Scout Leader for 38 years and my Troop is successful because I try to involve those that want to be involved. This often means creating positions especially for youth, but their participation is vital for continued growth and success. 4-4
Balanced I know that I myself need to be prepared and organized to be successful and that I have to allow others to do their part. My family and my church often come before work. I also find time for Scouts, camping and daily exercise so as to not get burned out. Lay at Large, female CANDIDATES FOR LAY AT LARGE, female (3-year term) Ms. Ann Dew Hope Lutheran Church, Palm Desert Physician/HIV Specialist, Riverside County Early Intervention Services My acquaintance with the demands of ministry and the role of the church today as the widow of a pastor. I do not claim expertise, just interest in how the Word of the Lord and his love can be further spread in our communities as diverse as they are. I have been given the gift of ministry through healing. I have found that science is not enough. There must be caring and compassion as well as I am reminded daily when I do my work. When I was sixteen and in my first job as a nurse's aide, the nun who trained me reminded me: "We can't always cure, but, we can heal." I have taken that to heart. I have several years experience as a Board Member. I have been with the Regional Access Foundation Project since 1994 and on the board for several years. We provide grants in the areas of Health, Juvenile Intervention and Mental Health. We also work to combat hunger in our valley and provide technical assistance to non-profit organizations. I was also a member of the Board for the Central City Lutheran Mission. I am diligent in preparing for board meetings and am open minded. I sometimes think outside the box and tend to share these thoughts in the appropriate context. Lay at Large, female Ms. Jan Neuhaus First Lutheran Church, San Diego Retired Music Minister and Special Education Instructor Assistant Experience: I ve served as a member of several councils and boards in my community, including the council for SDSU Lutheran/Episcopal Campus Ministry (Agape House), even serving as chair of some of those councils; served as music minister at Carlton Hills Evangelical Lutheran in Santee and College Lutheran in San Diego; was a 4-5
member of the Pacifica Synod Council from 8/2008 to 5/2014 (and yes, I would like to serve again!); finished a vacated position on executive council of Pacifica Synod. Diplomacy: Listening and hearing all points of view are important to making informed and responsible decisions. I look for and strive for the both/and resolution whenever possible, thinking of all possibilities to do the work of the church as Christ led us to do. Dependability: It may take me some time to get something completed, but I will get it done! I say what I mean and do what I say. As a lifelong Lutheran I love my church and would like to serve in this capacity to continue the work of Christ in this corner of God s creation. I would consider it an honor and privilege to serve. CANDIDATE FOR SONSHINE CONFERENCE #1, clergy (1-year remainder of term) Conference #1 Clergy The Rev. Laurie Line Shepherd of the Valley, La Mesa Conference: Sonshine #1 Pastor, on leave from call Mission Planning. I have been ordained since 2001 serving several congregations including interims and as supply pastor. I have also served serving as the Dean of Sonshine Conference. I am a good listener and can hear both sides of an issue, hoping for a consensus. Sonshine conference has a varied of socio-economical group of people who work together, lay and clergy. 4-6
Conference #3 Lay CANDIDATES FOR HARVEST CONFERENCE #3, lay (3-year term) Ms. Becky Draper Incarnation, Poway Conference: Harvest #3 Registered Nurse I previously served a three year term on Synod Council which included a one year term on Executive Committee. I enjoyed both tremendously and was very disappointed when I was not elected to a second term. I enjoyed working with other all the members of Synod Council. I work well in a group and have always had a gift of seeing both sides of an issue. I have been in leadership positions in my congregation. I served two terms on the church council and was coordinator of the rotational winter shelter for a number of years. I am a lifelong Lutheran. I look forward to working with a new bishop and seeing where God leads us. CANDIDATES FOR REJOICE CONFERENCE #9, lay (1-year term remainder of term) Conference #9 Lay Ms. Greta Goellrich St. Paul, Fullerton Conference: Rejoice #9 La Habra City School District I am a go-getter and any task I am given I complete with 110% of my ability. I am outgoing and love talking to people and learning more about how to keep up with the times. I am a seeker. I am always looking for ways to better myself and my settings. My setting can include my job, my home, my church, etc. 4-7
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