Pastor Dan Lyman
Pastor Dan Lyman was ordained in May 1985. During his ministry, he served churches in Kansas, Illinois, Texas, Pennsylvania, Florida, and now Wisconsin. Prior to coming to Faith Lutheran in November 2022, he also served as an interim pastor to 6 different congregations, and served 17 years as a hospice chaplain in Florida. Pastor Dan is married to Sheryle, who is now retired, but has served in many capacities during her professional life; including a Registered Nurse, Presbyterian Minister, Hospice Chaplain, and Marriage and Family Therapist. He has 2 grown daughters, Alice and Anna, who live in Texas; and two grandchildren. His hobbies are gardening, working at his workbench, and reading.
Administrative assistant, Christine Olson
I have been Faith’s Administrative Assistant since May 1997. I enjoy helping and caring for the members of this congregation. My hobbies include gardening, painting, crafting, and fishing.
Youth coordinator, Bridget Valleskey
Bridget Valleskey joined Faith Lutheran Church with her husband, Geoff, and their three children in 2013. Since then, she has been actively involved in a variety of youth and educational ministries, including Vacation Bible School, directing the Christmas Program, teaching Sunday School, and serving as Director of the Board of Christian Education.
In 2023, Bridget was called to serve as Youth Coordinator at Faith Lutheran. In this role, she continues to support and strengthen the youth ministries by collaborating with a dedicated team to enhance the Confirmation program, maintaining the strong Sunday School tradition, and expanding opportunities for Confirmation and high school students through the Faith on Fire youth program. Bridget enjoys attending Crossways Camp with the youth and is looking forward to participating in her first National Youth Gathering in 2027.
Bridget is passionate about helping young people grow in their faith, showing appreciation for all the youth volunteers, and fostering meaningful connections within the church community.
ORGANIST, DEVIN ZAHRINGER
Devin Zahringer has served as Head Parish Organist at Faith Lutheran Church since January 2023. He began playing the organ for Divine Service in the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod at age 13 and has been active in church music ministry ever since.
Before coming to Faith Lutheran, Devin served ten congregations in various roles, including Organist and Music Director. Through these experiences, he developed a deep appreciation for Lutheran worship, hymnody, and sacred music, with a particular passion for congregational singing and the pipe organ's role in leading the Church's song.
Outside of church music, Devin operates a Hereford cattle farm in rural Wisconsin. He is a lifelong member of the American Guild of Organists and is actively involved in lay ministry within the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
Devin is currently discerning a call to pastoral ministry while exploring further theological and musical education. His interests include farming, hymnody, pipe organs, classical music, and preserving the traditions of Lutheran liturgical worship.
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MAINTENANCE, rOSE bEHNKE
Rose Behnke has been a dedicated member of Faith Lutheran since 1997. She and her husband, Dean, are the proud parents of two daughters, Cambria and Desirae. In her free time, Rose enjoys caring for her potted flowers, assisting Dean in their vegetable garden, and taking walks with the family dog.
We are truly blessed to have Rose as a member of our staff. Through her hard work and attention to detail, she helps maintain a clean, welcoming, and beautiful environment for our congregation and visitors alike. Her dedication and faithful service are greatly appreciated by the Faith Lutheran family.