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leadership

Calvary Pastors

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Pastor Kirk Meseck

Intern Pastor Aaron Bye

Pastor Kirk Meseck

kirk.meseck@calvarygf.org

Meet Pastor Kirk
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Pastor Ivy Schulz

Intern Pastor Aaron Bye

Pastor Kirk Meseck

ivy.schulz@calvarygf.org

Meet Pastor Ivy
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Intern Pastor Aaron Bye

Intern Pastor Aaron Bye

Intern Pastor Aaron Bye

aaron.bye@calvarygf.org


Meet Intern Pastor Aaron

Staff

Nichole Christian Education

Nichole Bye Christian Education

Nichole Bye Christian Education

Nichole Bye Christian Education

nichole.bye@calvarygf.org


I am delighted to get to serve Calvary as the Christian Education Coordinator.  I organize education opportunities for Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade. That means Sunday School, Wednesday School and Vacation Bible School. It is my joy to provide families with meaningful and fun fellowship events like the Kick O

nichole.bye@calvarygf.org


I am delighted to get to serve Calvary as the Christian Education Coordinator.  I organize education opportunities for Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade. That means Sunday School, Wednesday School and Vacation Bible School. It is my joy to provide families with meaningful and fun fellowship events like the Kick Off Carnival, Fall Festival, Summer Book Club and Family Dance. 

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Morgan Olson Youth Ministry

Nichole Bye Christian Education

Nichole Bye Christian Education

morgan.olson@calvarygf.org


I am honored to serve as the Youth Ministry Coordinator at Calvary! I have a passion for youth ministry and am excited to work with kids of all ages at Calvary, especially those in grades 6-12. I will work alongside Calvary's young people in confirmation and middle and high school youth groups, as well as help wi

morgan.olson@calvarygf.org


I am honored to serve as the Youth Ministry Coordinator at Calvary! I have a passion for youth ministry and am excited to work with kids of all ages at Calvary, especially those in grades 6-12. I will work alongside Calvary's young people in confirmation and middle and high school youth groups, as well as help with coordinating various events, retreats, and mission trips.

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Mary Ann Devig Parish Nurse

Nichole Bye Christian Education

Mary Ann Devig Parish Nurse

maryann.devig@calvarygf.org


It is my joy to help care for this wonderful congregation as Parish Nurse. I coordinate visits, health and learning events in addition to providing opportunities for care givers and people living with Alzheimers/Dementia through the Memory Café and the 

Unforgettables Choir.

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HEather Vandervort Finance

HEather Vandervort Finance

HEather Vandervort Finance

heather.vandervort@calvarygf.org


I have been serving Calvary as the finance manager since 2007.  I am involved in all aspects of Calvary’s finances, from paying the bills, receipting gifts given to Calvary to working with the finance team to maintain the budget. I also get to help steward the gifts Calvary has been given to bless the commu

heather.vandervort@calvarygf.org


I have been serving Calvary as the finance manager since 2007.  I am involved in all aspects of Calvary’s finances, from paying the bills, receipting gifts given to Calvary to working with the finance team to maintain the budget. I also get to help steward the gifts Calvary has been given to bless the community and the world through Noisy Offering distribution and the Calvary Foundation.  


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Meghan Olson COMMUNICATIONs

HEather Vandervort Finance

HEather Vandervort Finance

meghan.olson@calvarygf.org


As Communication Coordinator, I get to help tell Calvary's story and what is going on at this lively congregation. I get to work alongside Calvary’s amazing members to reach people within and beyond our walls through bulletins, newsletter, website, social media and other creative outlets. I am a life-long member 

meghan.olson@calvarygf.org


As Communication Coordinator, I get to help tell Calvary's story and what is going on at this lively congregation. I get to work alongside Calvary’s amazing members to reach people within and beyond our walls through bulletins, newsletter, website, social media and other creative outlets. I am a life-long member of Calvary and getting to share with the community about a place I love so much is a true gift. 


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CATHY BUBB RECEPTION

HEather Vandervort Finance

CATHY BUBB RECEPTION

place4u@calvarygf.org


I am the receptionist in the church office and am most likely the person to answer the phone when you call.  I have worked at Calvary since 2000 and have been a member since 1968.  I truly love checking in with people and hearing their stories. In addition to answering the phone and greeting visitors and members, I he

place4u@calvarygf.org


I am the receptionist in the church office and am most likely the person to answer the phone when you call.  I have worked at Calvary since 2000 and have been a member since 1968.  I truly love checking in with people and hearing their stories. In addition to answering the phone and greeting visitors and members, I help to keep the office running smoothly and maintain Calvary’s parish records. 

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GLORIA SANFORD WEDDING COORDINATOR

GLORIA SANFORD WEDDING COORDINATOR

GLORIA SANFORD WEDDING COORDINATOR

I have been the Wedding Coordinator at Calvary for many years now and it is the most fun. Meeting couples and helping them coordinate their big day with the church is such an honor. If you are having your wedding in Calvary's beautiful Sanctuary I look forward to helping you!

Please contact me through Cathy in the church office. 



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Michaela Hepper Congregational Life

GLORIA SANFORD WEDDING COORDINATOR

GLORIA SANFORD WEDDING COORDINATOR

I am the newest addition to the Calvary staff but I am not new to Calvary! I get to coordinate Holy Grounds Coffeehouse, the nursery, worship bags and so much more. I can get you connected if you're looking for an opportunity to share your time with Calvary! I love getting to put my music therapy degree in action here at Calvary through h

I am the newest addition to the Calvary staff but I am not new to Calvary! I get to coordinate Holy Grounds Coffeehouse, the nursery, worship bags and so much more. I can get you connected if you're looking for an opportunity to share your time with Calvary! I love getting to put my music therapy degree in action here at Calvary through home visits, the Unforgettables and in Sunday/Wednesday School music. 

OUR COUNCIL

SERVANT LEADERS

President Lori Kehrwald

VP Operations/Management Jonathan Hanson

VP Worship/Outreach Erin Navarro

VP Life/Growth Mike McLean

Secretary Jana Hanson

Treasurer Jeff Caillier


DIVISION OF OPERATIONS & MANAGEMENT

Finance/Operations Lacey Buchholz

Stewardship Matt Vanderpan


DIVISION OF WORSHIP & OUTREACH

Evangelism Diane Stoley

Service Ministries Dave Ebertowski

Social Justice Art Culver 

Worship Dustin Lang


DIVISION OF LIFE & GROWTH

Christian Education Angie Gietzen

Community Relations Shari Elgin

Youth Brandon Wild

Parish Fellowship  Jen Monzelowsky

CONTACNT

Contact your council representatives through the church office or via email at council@calvarygf.org

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EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH in AMERICA

ELCA

ELCA Outreach

ELCA Outreach

As a member of the ELCA, Calvary supports mission and ministry across the country and around the world. 

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ELCA Outreach

ELCA Outreach

ELCA Outreach

The ELCA World Hunger and Lutheran Disaster Response are widely recognized for the efficiency of their work in converting the benevolence dollars of ELCA members into much-needed aid for those in need.

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Our Synod

ELCA Outreach

Our Synod

As a member of the EaND Synod, Calvary is a ministry partner in supporting the missions such as Campus Ministries, Bible Camps, Luther Seminary, Lutheran Social Services, and Dakota Oyate Lutheran Church on the Spirit Lake reservation.

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