2026 Church Council Members.

A distinguishing feature of Lutheran churches is that the church council, not the pastor, has final determination on all aspects of running the church, except of course, the theology.  The council sets and administers the budget, and determines the overall goals and direction of the church.

This responsibility is borne by nine elected church members. The congregation may nominate for election any adult, confirmed church member, and has the power to accept or reject nominees.  Council members are elected to three year terms and may serve a second term if reelected.