Staff

Pastor Jim Wendt

Pastor Jim Wendt has served as the pastor of First Lutheran since August 2019. He received his bachelor’s degree at Upper Iowa University in Fayette, IA, and then received a Master of Divinity degree at Wartburg Theological Seminary in Dubuque, IA.

Pastor Jim is married to Laura who is a registered nurse. They have five children, three sons and two daughters. Together they enjoy cooking, gardening, kayaking, fishing, and traveling. Pastor Jim’s passion is to build meaningful relationships driven by lifting others up, ensuring that every person feels seen, heard, and embraced.

Office Staff

Michelle Casper - Office Manager
Breanna Kuehn - Communications Coordinator
Cynthia Larson - Accountant/Bookkeeper
Katherine Taylor - Receptionist

Program Staff

Bob Banks - Facilities Manager
Mat Deibert - Audio/Visional
Bob Klein - Custodian
Beth Simons - Faith Nurse

Music Staff

David Douma - Organist
Sandy Grams - Organist
Mary Irwin - Organist & Choir Director
Thomas Irwin - Bell Choir Director

Now Hiring!

Join our team! First Lutheran is currently looking for:
Director of Contemporary Music
Youth Director

Church Council

The following members make up our 2025 Church Council:

President
Marian Krueger

Vice-President
Leanne Gensch

Secretary
Bev Yunto

Treasurer
Jim Feil

Council Members
Stacy Drews
Sam Herringa
George Horetzki
Scott Jacquart
Phyllis Marthaler
Charlie McDonald
Lynn Seibel