From Your Pastors

May 19, 2025

There's Been a Change

Transcript


PN: Hey St. Peter's. Yesterday we had a change to policy-based governance and we're really excited about it. We saw some good things in the voter’s meeting. Everybody was working together and we had the opportunity to stand up together as a congregation and say, “This is what we would like to see happen.” That is something I'm really proud of, and I know Pastor McDowell is proud of it too. 


PM: You know, I was sitting next to somebody that wants to get more involved with our congregation and they were thinking, “Do all meetings go this well whenever there's a big decision?” Not always, but we're thankful for that happening this time. I'm also thankful to see people already coming in and asking, “How can we work together and move forward in this process together.” Pastor Nate, I know that you've had conversations here, even in just the first few hours Monday morning.


PN: I have, and it’s exciting. We're hitting the ground running and we're making sure that everything's moving forward. And we're really glad to see that happening, because St. Peter's is moving toward the future and we're moving with it, and working together. 


PM: Absolutely. Working together with you and for you. I know that all of the staff, all of the volunteers are just really looking forward to understanding how we will continue doing this and continue doing it well. 


PN: Yes, peace be with you and thanks for being a part of this process with us. God's blessings.


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Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I hope this note finds you well and encouraged in the Lord. St. Peter’s continues to be a place where God is at work through our preschool, school, various ministries, and the daily faithfulness of His people. I am grateful to serve the Lord with you in this place! As we continue to serve together, I want to update you on changes in our church office and ministry staff. As many of you know, Michelle Leahy has been serving as our “Interim Director of Operations,” providing support and coordination across many areas of congregational life. In the coming weeks, Michelle will be stepping into a new role, “Executive Director.” This means her work will shift from hands-on ministry support to more administrative leadership and oversight of the church office, properties, finances, and technology. This is an important step for us as a congregation as we continue to support our staff and serve our members. With this change, we want to ensure that daily ministry needs are met. After reviewing our current staffing and budget, we can make an adjustment that supports the ongoing ministry without increasing costs. To that end, Kami Jo Mogelvang will expand her role to serve as “Church Ministry Coordinator.” Many of you have already seen Kami Jo assisting Pastor McDowell in youth ministry two days each week. Under the new alignment, she will: Continue serving in youth ministry, and Help coordinate ministry efforts and volunteer connections with Pastor Nate and Pastor McDowell across the congregation. This will help us strengthen volunteer support and the many “connecting points” that help our church family care for one another. As Kami Jo transitions out of her receptionist duties, this change will open about 18 hours per week at the front desk, which we have posted. This staffing arrangement stays within our approved 2025 budget. I am thankful for Michelle, Kami Jo, our staff, and all our volunteers. I also appreciate the spirit of grace and partnership that marks our congregation. Please keep our staff and ministry leaders in your prayers as we move through these transitions. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. Thank you for the privilege of serving Christ with you! In Christ, Pastor Danny Eggold St. Peter’s Lutheran Church & School
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