Vocation and Faith Formation

This commission is dedicated to enhancing the ministries of congregations, leaders (called and elected), and individual members of every age throughout this synod. Wholeness, renewal, and faith development are dominant themes that will shape the work of this commission. Areas of focus will include but are not limited to:

·  ministries with and among children, youth, and young adults

·  educational, health, and wellness intiatives

·  ministry in daily life

Synod Staff Contact:  Pr. Eric Carlson

Members of the Vocation and Faith Formation Commission are:

Chair:
Brian Middlesworth, AIM
First Lutheran Church, Cedar Rapids


David Bahnsen
Bethany Lutheran Church, West Branch

Stephanie Johnson
Grace Lutheran Church, Des Moines

Pr. Sarah Kretzmann
Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Calamus

Pam Larabee-Zierath, AIM
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Iowa City

Joel Moor
St. Paul Lutheran Church, Davenport

Pr. Dan Solomon
Augustana Lutheran Church, Boone

Pr. Grant Woodley
St. Peter Lutheran Church, Grimes

 

 

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