Get Involved in Leadership at St. Luke’s
At St. Luke’s, our church thrives through the dedication and service of our lay leaders and committees. Whether you’re passionate about outreach, worship, finance, or church governance, there’s a place for you to contribute your gifts and make a meaningful impact. Our committees and leadership roles provide opportunities to guide our church’s mission, foster spiritual growth, and support our community. Explore the various ways you can get involved and help shape the future of St. Luke’s!
The Church Council at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church serves as the primary leadership body, guiding the church’s mission, ministry, and strategic direction. Composed of dedicated church members, the Council oversees key decisions, ensuring that all ministries align with St. Luke’s vision of growing in faith, building community, and serving others. Rooted in the principles of the United Methodist Church, the Council provides spiritual leadership, financial oversight, and administrative support, fostering collaboration among various teams and committees. Through prayerful discernment and thoughtful planning, the Church Council helps shape the future of St. Luke’s, ensuring that our congregation remains a beacon of love, grace, and action in the community.
Brittany Vega, Chair; Gary Schneider, Vice Chair; Chairpersons: Endowment, Finance, Inclusiveness, Stewardship, Staff-Parish, Trustees, Vision Committee
Executive Leadership Team: Executive Directors and Pastors
Meeting Time: 1st Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. of even months (February, April, June, August, October, December)
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
| Joseph D’Ambrosi | Carolyn Dannen | Fabian Lazarte |
| Natalie Padavano | Jeanne Ellis | Cindy Barron |
| Louise Pitts | Joline Krolicki | Josh Stanley |
| Greg Edwards | Ryan Arnold | Tammy Stubblefield |
| Shelia Barchuk | Sharon Adelhelm | Will Hodges |
| Jim Cooper | Lily Mackenzie | Reed McCoy |
| Margaret Boisvert | Jim Hudson | David Denholm |
| Joseph Gardner | Bonita Thomas | Kathy Haworth |
| Debby Zutter | Mark Adelhelm | |
| Jon Crump | Caroline Musgrove | |
Co-Chairs: Jon Crump and Debby Zutter
Supplemental School Team: Jenn Stiles-Williams; Katy Slack; Bill Zayas; Joseph D’Ambrosi; Bradley Roberts
Leadership Academy: Melissa Cooper; Phyllis VanDyke Thompson; Janet Burnley; Joseph Gardner
Revenue Models/Stewardship: Jon Crump; Jim Atchison; Sarah Newton
DEI: Steve Mackinnon; Caryn Royer
Counseling Center/Mental Health: Jad Denmark; Kim Paredes
Branding: Liz Vasquez; Laura Lorenz; Harris D’Ambrosi; Joseph Harrison; Jackie Dantonio; Jeff Larson
Environmental Responsibility: Sanyie Kazan; Cynthia Kohn, Katy Williams
Executive Committee: Church Council Officers: Chair, Vice Chair, Lay Leader
Chairpersons: Finance, Inclusiveness, Stewardship, Staff-Parish, Trustees
Senior Administrative Team: Lead Pastor, Executive Director of Administration
Meeting Time: 1st Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. of odd months (January, March, May, July, September, November)
Tom Johnson, Chair; Richard McFadyen, Vice Chair; Melanie King, Secretary; Scooter Leonard, Staff Liaison
Meeting Time: 3rd Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. (February, May, August, November)
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | |
| Merlin Olson | Tom Johnson | Amy Lord | |
| Tita Parham | Richard McFadyen | Melanie King | |
| Steve Smith | Janet Klosterboer | Susan Brown |
Casey Strong, Chair; Melissa Cooper/Jad Denmark, Staff Liaison
Meeting Time: 4th Monday at 7:00 p.m. of odd months (January, March, May, July, September, November)
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
| Wendy Arthur | Judy Colorado | Casey Strong |
| Mike Auman | Jacquelyn McKay | Juan Cambold |
| Carol Banga | Joe Folger | |
| Christina Gonzalez |
Ben Witten, Chair; Jim Dobson, Vice-Chair; Scooter Leonard, Staff Liaison; Andrea Whisnant, Church Accountant; Jenn Stiles-Williams, Clergy
Meeting Time: 3rd Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. of odd months (January, March, May, July, September, November)
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
| Carolyn Malick | Ben Witten | Holly McNaull |
| Nick Gangestad | Dwight Richert | Jody Burttram |
| Bill Zayas | Susan Conger | Jim Dobson |
Cynthia Kohn, Chair; Brian Dreibelbis, Vice Chair; Scooter Leonard, Staff Liaison; all clergy
Meeting Time: 2nd Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. of odd months (January, March, May, July, September, November) in BLC- Room 206
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
| Sharon Huggett | Brian Dreibelbis | Alan Skaggs |
| Lisa Apikos | Gwen White | Lisa Williams |
| Scott Gass | AK Kneeld | Todd Parnell |
| Cynthia Kohn | David Miller | |
Mona Shestak, Chair; Ed Conger, Vice-Chair; Scooter Leonard, Staff Liaison
Meeting Time: 2nd Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. of even months (February, April, June, August, October, December)
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
| Greg Amundson | Sam Dienes | Mona Shestak |
| Bob Cox | Mike Frazee | Tom Ballew |
| Barbara Burgis | Ed Conger | Tom Parham |
| Julie Young |
Lead Pastor: Chair, Jad Denmark, Executive Staff as needed
Meeting time: 3rd Monday at 6:30pm of Even Months (February, April, June, August, October, December)
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
| Adam Estep | Joseph Gardner | Janet Burnley |
| Elizabeth Smith | Raymond Waguespack | Kathleen McCorvie |
| Phyllis Thompson | Tom Hoback | DD Barber |
| Matt McCreary | Debbie McNary | |
| Faith Boles | ||
| Joline Krolicki |
Caryn Royer, Chair;
Primary Staff Liaison, Pastor Jad Denmark
Meeting Time: 4th Tuesday at 6:30p.m.of even months (February,April,June,August,October,December)
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
| Caryn Royer | Ke’Lee Parnell | Dan Vargas |
| Brian Cambold | Alice Williams | Linda Leonard Woods |
| Danielle Heider | Susan Warren | Brian Wurme |
| Lillie Thomas | ||
| Amy Fritz |
