GLEN A. SCHLECHT, Associate Pastor, 1989-1992; Senior Pastor 1992 to the present
 

I love my family! I have a wife, Kathy, and four children, Zachary, Karina, Jonathan, and David. We all enjoy sports of all sorts, especially the backyard variety. I play basketball regularly and softball in summertime. As a family we also appreciate the outdoors and go camping as often as we can. You need to know that I’m a Green Bay Packer fan – my dad put it into my blood from early on and so I’m hopelessly stuck bleeding green and gold!

Pastor Glen’s ministry:

As Senior Pastor I love to dream about what can be and explore what God has in store for us at Immanuel. I spend a significant amount of my time interacting with staff and leaders at Immanuel to encourage and support them in their respective ministries and helping them to keep the larger vision of ministry in mind. I also love spending the time I do on preaching and looking for ways to help people more clearly understand the relevance of the Scriptures to their lives and the place Jesus wants to have in their heart.

What excites Pastor Glen about his ministry at Immanuel:

What excites me about ministry at Immanuel is the people and the possibilities. The people here at Immanuel are so gifted and have such a heart for the Lord, compassion for others, and a willingness to try lots of different things for the Kingdom. The Lord’s resources never go dry and I love to see people discover where God is calling them to serve and minister in their lives.

ALBERT H. SCHROEDER, Pastoral Assistant, 1995 to the present

 

My wife Flo and I together have seven children and seven grandchildren. We enjoy walking, reading, listening to music, traveling and the arts. I have served churches in Johnstown & Wellington CO, suburban Saint Louis MO, West Memphis AR (new start), Jerseyville IL (mission), also Carrollton &

White Hall IL. I did pastoral care at a treatment center for alcoholics 1971-78. I am a Graduate of Concordia Seminary, Saint Louis MO 1958, later did graduate studies in Old Testament; also MA in adult community leadership from Regis U.

Pastor Al’s ministry:

I am involved at Immanuel as Pastoral Assistant, work with Human Care, Discipleship, Older Adults ministries, Worship Planning Team and direct the Chancel Choir.

What excites Pastor Al about his ministry at Immanuel:

What excites me about ministry at Immanuel is the many challenges, the amazing variety and number of gifted people, the fine vision for parish ministry and the health of the congregation. I have believed that God provides the people, the faith and the gifts that are needed to do what God wills for this place

and time.

 
Director of Worship & Music Ministries: Kathy Schlecht

Kathy SCHLECHT, Director of Worship & Music Ministries, 1989 - to the present

I’m incredibly blessed by a loving, supportive husband and four healthy, vibrant children.  We love spending time together as a family.  I enjoy capturing our memories together by getting our pictures and stories into albums.  I also enjoy staying physically active – running, playing kickball and dodgeball with the kids and even getting talked into rock climbing, in spite of my acrophobia!

Kathy’s ministry:

I feel extremely blessed to have the opportunity to use the gifts God has given me in the area of music.  Music brings such joy to life!  Music combined with God’s Word brings life itself!  The vision for my music ministry at Immanuel is to use the gifts of God’s people in this community of faith - to assist those of all ages in this “Family Place” to find, develop and enjoy God’s gift of music.

What excites Kathy about her ministry at Immanuel:

Twenty-six young children all ringing handbells together (at the same time!) excites me.  Sixteen young adults consistently taking time from their very busy middle school and high school schedules to ring handbells together excites me.  Children and youth helping lead us in worship excites me.  And having nearly 100 musicians help lead a worship service excites me.  And there’s so much more!!  I am continually awed at the gifts of God’s people in this place, and the willingness to use those gifts in the building of his kingdom.

Director of Youth Ministries: Katie Brock

Katie Brock, Director of Youth Ministries, 2006 - to the present

I love my family, all of whom live in Washington State. While I may not be close to them geographically, they mean the world to me. I grew up with my parents and a dog across the street from my grandparents. I have many special memories of trips with my parents and grandparents together to the Washington coast and the Montana mountains. I love nature and hiking. I am excited to be so close to Rocky Mountain National Park and I look forward to exploring it.

 Katie’s ministry:

I am the Director of Youth Ministry. I am excited to develop youth ministry at Immanuel! It is my responsibility to ensure that the youth are taught the Christian faith, nurtured by caring adults and encouraged to boldly live for Christ. I help this generation guide the next into Christian maturity.

 What excites Katie about her ministry at Immanuel:

There is so much potential working with youth. They are capable of accomplishing great things because they are willing to try anything. Also, adolescence is a critical life period. The decisions and learning that happen during this time affects the rest of a person’s life! It is a great responsibility and honor to work with youth and their families here at Immanuel.

          Communications Assistant:    Kerry Pucket

My husband Scott and I have been happily married for 10 years. We have a 4 year old daughter, Katie and a puppy, “Charlotte” who is half Golden Retriever and half Australian Sheppard. Scott and I both grew up in Nebraska, and yes we are Cornhusker fans. I have lived in the Loveland area for the past 18 years and Scott joined me here 12 years ago. We enjoy the mountains, swimming, vacations, movies, playing and laughing.

 Kerrie’s ministry:

My position at Immanuel has evolved quite a bit in the last 3 ½ years. I started out as a receptionist, doing general duties. I am now the communications assistant to the executive staff and the newsletter editor of the Epistle. I enjoy creating posters, brochures, and am generally known for “making things look pretty”.

 What excites Kerrie about Immanuel:

My daughter Katie attends ILS and I love seeing her learn so many wonderful, Godly, lessons from people who genuinely care about her. Being a part of the Immanuel church staff I strive to - and enjoy -showing God’s love to those who may not know it; through my smile, kind words, and helpfulness. I believe that each of us has the opportunity every day to make a difference in people’s lives and that excites me!

Mark L’Heureux was born in Hastings, Nebraska.  Following graduation from high school he attended Concordia University in Seward, NE where he received a Bachelor of Science in Education degree in 1997.  He completed his Master of Arts degree in Elementary Education Administration in 2000 from the same university.

His first call was to Hope Lutheran Church and School in Pompano Beach, FL where he was 7^th grade homeroom teacher and taught science in grades 6-8.  In 2000 he was called to Central Lutheran School in Newhall, Iowa, A Preschool – 8^th grade consolidated school,  where has been serving as principal.  He is also serving the Iowa East District as a District leader for Lutheran schools.

Mr. L’Heureux is married to Kathy, a school/family counselor.  They have three children:  Ellie, in 2nd grade; Noah, in Kindergarten and Jack, who is 2 years old.  The L’Heureux family plan to move to this area in mid-June and Mr. L’Heureux is scheduled to start his service at Immanuel on July 1.

School Administrative Assistant: Lynne Steckelberg

I joined Immanuel Lutheran School in June 2006.  I grew up in Western Iowa and went to college in Eastern Iowa.  In 2002, I moved to Colorado and worked in the construction industry for the last 4 years.  Currently, I am taking classes towards my Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from CCU.  Any spare time is spent reading, dancing or hiking. 

Lynne’s ministry:

I am administrative assistant to the principal at Immanuel Lutheran School, an extremely varied position.  It includes everything from record-keeping and scheduling to applying band-aids and developing advertising.  The variety keeps me on my toes! 

What excites Lynne about her ministry at Immanuel:

It is truly a blessing to be working in a Christian atmosphere.  It is a huge benefit to consistently receive encouragement professionally and personally from such caring Christian co-workers and families.