Faith Lutheran - A Christ centered Church!
Staff and Board Members
Director of Music - Debra Stolpe
She holds a Master of Music degree in musicology from Northern Illinois University where she specialized in organ and ethnomusicology and studied with Dr. Han, Richard Hoskins, Robert Reeves and Richard Enright. She also has a Master of Science Degree from the University of Cincinnati in criminology. Her Bachelor of Music degree was from NIU majoring in Music Education and minoring in French Language and Literature. Debra has served as a Music Director for churches in the Chicago, Illinois area for many years. Debra also maintains a private teaching schedule focusing on a positive music educational experience and the development of a strong self-esteem for children of all ages. A member of the American Guild of Organists, Debra is very happy to have the opportunity to play on the Berghaus organ at Faith.
Deacons at Faith
Some Church's have Elders, this Church does not. Yes, we do have a Church Council that runs the "business" side of the Church. Please note, Deacon's at Faith do preach (but a sermon written by pastor); they do not consecrate the elements of the Eucharist (they may serve the Eucharist under Pastor's lead). They assist in so many other ways. This is good, this is Biblical. Please note, they are not elected and serving a term, but asked to step forward for service, and the Church itself in Assembly acclaims and accepts these men to serve until Pastor requires a change.
Deacon Tim Graves serves the Church under Pastor Prentice as needed.
Sub-Deacon David Prentice III serves as needed to support Pastor and Deacon when called upon.
Church Council
Many members of the congregation step forward to assist the business of the Church. Boards vary and we will provide more details at a later date.