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
Office Manager
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