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The Church Council is the eight-member governing body of the church. It is responsible for overseeing committees and boards, as well as guiding financial and directional decisions. Council members are Lisa Hays (Chair), Andrew Miller, Chuck Boehm, Linda Smith, Mike Markarian, Steve Johnson and Jim Cropp. 

The Board of Elders works to ensure the spiritual health of the congregation including its worship, Bible study and prayer life and encourages steps to improve the discipleship.  

The Elders are Jim Cropp (head Elder), Ron Lipez, Bill Ringo, John Reilman, Mike Hill, Nathan Wendt, Rob Kelm, and Ryan Resendes.

Lisa DeStazio, the office manager, is an integral part of our church operations. The office manager helps to keep members informed and serves to ensure that day-to-day church business is conducted efficient and accurately. She always has the most current information about programs and events.

Molly Resendes is our Family Life Director. She works closely with the Congregational Life Committee and the Outreach Committee, as well as various other groups to create, plan and execute programs and events for members and the community.

For over 15 years, Brian Schweikert has served as the Music Director at Christ Lutheran Church. He is responsible for overseeing all of the music ministry, including the choir. Brian is a talented vocalist and a skilled musician who plays the (LOTS OF INSTRUMENTS). 

Christ Lutheran Church is blessed to have an amazing organ, which is played each Sunday by the very talented Susan Velichko. She has been playing at Christ Lutheran for XX years.

Susan also leads the youth choir and teaches music for Sunday School.