Rob Norris-Weber
Pastor
rob@stlukesbloomington.org
Child of God, Husband, Father, Pastor, Friend, and Neighbor.
Called as Pastor to St. Luke’s in February of 2017, I am looking forward to getting to know the members and the community. I grew up in the church, but did not get caught by the Spirit until I attended Bible Camp. Went to camp as a camper, staff member, and as a youth leader for 27 consecutive summers. Previously I served at Bethlehem Lutheran of the Twin Cities for 26 years in a variety of roles, Youth Minister, Intern Pastor, Youth Pastor, and Lead Pastor for Spirit Garage, an outreach worship ministry of Bethlehem. All of these roles have helped shape and mold me into the pastor I am today. Looking forward to continuing to learn and grow in the years ahead here at St. Luke’s.
A number of Bible passages speak to me. (My paraphrases)
Genesis 12:1-3 = We are Blessed to be a Blessing!
Isaiah 43 = God knows us by name, for we are precious, honored and loved.
Psalm 139 = Where can we flee from God's Spirit? If I go up to the heavens you are there. If I go down to Sheol even there you will find me.
John 10:10 = Jesus declared, "The thief comes to kill, steal, and destroy, but I came that you may have life in abundance."
Acts 1:8 = Jesus said, "You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” - - Note Jesus called us to be "Witnesses" not the judge or the jury!
Matthew 12:30 = It comes down to simply this, Love God and all people.
Some of my outside activities include: Serving on the Thrivent Credit Union Board of Directors. Staying active: I've run 13 marathons, play basketball, Golf, Sail Lake Superior around the Apostle Islands, and coach my sons' soccer, basketball and baseball teams. Most of all I love being a dad and husband. Married to Nancy, an elementary school teacher. We have two sons, Ethan is in high school and Eli is in middle school.
Stephanie Luedtke
Deacon
stephaniel@stlukesbloomington.org
Stephanie Luedtke started at St. Luke's in September, 2017, and is an educator, minister, and artist of sorts. She often combines the three in creative ways, weaving education and arts through her ministry or ministry into arts education. As a certified music educator, she has taught students in pre-school to those in retirement communities, and all ages in between, through the topics of music history and appreciation, vocal music, and small and large group instrumental instruction. Stephanie is also a rostered Deacon in the ELCA, with a Master’s Degree in Worship Arts, and has enjoyed helping people of all ages find meaningful ways to worship, learn, and to be in faithful community together. Stephanie uses her gifts here at St. Luke's with Faith Formation and Worship & Music, including leading Children's Choir and the Jubilee Worship Team.
Through work as a music teacher in school and private settings, ministry work in churches and at the synod level, and through independent work as a consultant and curriculum writer, Stephanie has always lived out her passions, and worked to help others discover theirs. She is a wife to Eric and mother to Olivia and Elena, and enjoys biking, gardening, and drinking good wine.
Julie Klein
Office Administrator
juliek@stlukesbloomington.org
Julie and Paul have been members at St. Luke's since 1980. They have 2 grown children and 3 grandchildren. Julie loves gardening and spending time at their lake cabin. Julie grew up in Pine Island, MN, on a dairy farm. Julie loves music and sings in both the St. Luke's Choir and Jubilee Worship Team. Her favorite Bible verse is Joshua 24:15 - "but as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.”
Julie works in the office 8:30 - 4:30 Tuesday - Thursday.
Heather Kambeitz
Minister of Finance
heatherk@stlukesbloomington.org
Heather grew up in Burnsville, MN and met her husband Tony when she was 15. They married 5 years later and have a daughter and a son. One of their favorite things to do as a family is go camping in their trailer and listen to old time radio shows like 'The Shadow.' Another passion is animals...especially cats! One day she would like to work in hospice and be the listening ear to people's worries and share God's love and grace to give them peace.
Kristin Kaiser
Director, St. Luke's Christian Preschool
kristink@stlukesbloomington.org
Kristin has been at St. Luke’s since 2003 and is passionate about early childhood education! She is honored to be able to spend time with the preschoolers, their parents, and the teachers at St. Luke's. She graduated from Tracy High School in southwestern Minnesota, St. Olaf College, and did graduate work at Augsburg College in early childhood education. Kristin loves spending time with her husband, Jim, their four children and their families, traveling, and searching out new adventures. Favorite quote: “Live well, love much, laugh often.” ― John McLeod
Lori Murray
Organist
Lori has been accompanist/pianist and member of St. Luke's since the mid-1980's playing for children's, youth, and adult choirs. She became organist in June 2007. Lori has also been very active in St. Luke's musical groups as a member of the handbells, Jubilee and Sr. Choir. She received her B.A. degree from Concordia College in Moorhead, MN. She currently works full-time for Fairview Health Services. In her free time, Lori enjoys traveling and reading.
Ashley Delzer
Wedding Coordinater
ashleyd@stlukesbloomington.org
Ashley has been the wedding coordinator at St. Luke's since March 2013 and has helped many couples plan their wedding ceremonies. Ashley and her husband Chris have been members at St. Luke's since 2011 and were married here in October 2012. They have two daughters, Alexa and Ava. Outside of spending time with her family, Ashley enjoys red wine, golfing, and traveling. Her favorite quote is "Life is like a camera... Focus on what's important, Capture the good times, Develop from the negatives, and if things don't work out, take another shot".
Nancee Erickson
Wedding Custodian
Nancee grew up at St. Luke's and has been the wedding custodian since 1995. She sings in the St. Luke’s choir, and is a dedicated volunteer in Wednesday Night Live and many other ministries. Nancee enjoys spending time with her daughters (Mollee and Brandi), and her granddaughter (Alexus), as well as her dog (Ami). Nancee is also a huge hockey enthusiast – GO WILD! She is also a massage therapist, so when she’s not working or volunteering at St. Luke’s you can find her giving massages at Balancing Touch Massage in Savage! Her favorite Bible verse is Isaiah 40:31 "But those who trust in the LORD will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint."
Cheryl Thiele
Office Support
cherylt@stlukesbloomington.org
Cheryl grew up in Richfield, MN. Attended Gustavus Adolphus College. She has a son in college at SDSU in Brookings, SD and a daughter in college at Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, MN. She was a home childcare provider for 20 years and decided to pursue other job opportunities. She loves to travel which brought her to work at the airport with Delta Global Services to receive flight benefits. Cheryl enjoys working here and meeting the wonderful staff and friendly members of St. Luke's.
Pastor
rob@stlukesbloomington.org
Child of God, Husband, Father, Pastor, Friend, and Neighbor.
Called as Pastor to St. Luke’s in February of 2017, I am looking forward to getting to know the members and the community. I grew up in the church, but did not get caught by the Spirit until I attended Bible Camp. Went to camp as a camper, staff member, and as a youth leader for 27 consecutive summers. Previously I served at Bethlehem Lutheran of the Twin Cities for 26 years in a variety of roles, Youth Minister, Intern Pastor, Youth Pastor, and Lead Pastor for Spirit Garage, an outreach worship ministry of Bethlehem. All of these roles have helped shape and mold me into the pastor I am today. Looking forward to continuing to learn and grow in the years ahead here at St. Luke’s.
A number of Bible passages speak to me. (My paraphrases)
Genesis 12:1-3 = We are Blessed to be a Blessing!
Isaiah 43 = God knows us by name, for we are precious, honored and loved.
Psalm 139 = Where can we flee from God's Spirit? If I go up to the heavens you are there. If I go down to Sheol even there you will find me.
John 10:10 = Jesus declared, "The thief comes to kill, steal, and destroy, but I came that you may have life in abundance."
Acts 1:8 = Jesus said, "You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” - - Note Jesus called us to be "Witnesses" not the judge or the jury!
Matthew 12:30 = It comes down to simply this, Love God and all people.
Some of my outside activities include: Serving on the Thrivent Credit Union Board of Directors. Staying active: I've run 13 marathons, play basketball, Golf, Sail Lake Superior around the Apostle Islands, and coach my sons' soccer, basketball and baseball teams. Most of all I love being a dad and husband. Married to Nancy, an elementary school teacher. We have two sons, Ethan is in high school and Eli is in middle school.
Stephanie Luedtke
Deacon
stephaniel@stlukesbloomington.org
Stephanie Luedtke started at St. Luke's in September, 2017, and is an educator, minister, and artist of sorts. She often combines the three in creative ways, weaving education and arts through her ministry or ministry into arts education. As a certified music educator, she has taught students in pre-school to those in retirement communities, and all ages in between, through the topics of music history and appreciation, vocal music, and small and large group instrumental instruction. Stephanie is also a rostered Deacon in the ELCA, with a Master’s Degree in Worship Arts, and has enjoyed helping people of all ages find meaningful ways to worship, learn, and to be in faithful community together. Stephanie uses her gifts here at St. Luke's with Faith Formation and Worship & Music, including leading Children's Choir and the Jubilee Worship Team.
Through work as a music teacher in school and private settings, ministry work in churches and at the synod level, and through independent work as a consultant and curriculum writer, Stephanie has always lived out her passions, and worked to help others discover theirs. She is a wife to Eric and mother to Olivia and Elena, and enjoys biking, gardening, and drinking good wine.
Julie Klein
Office Administrator
juliek@stlukesbloomington.org
Julie and Paul have been members at St. Luke's since 1980. They have 2 grown children and 3 grandchildren. Julie loves gardening and spending time at their lake cabin. Julie grew up in Pine Island, MN, on a dairy farm. Julie loves music and sings in both the St. Luke's Choir and Jubilee Worship Team. Her favorite Bible verse is Joshua 24:15 - "but as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.”
Julie works in the office 8:30 - 4:30 Tuesday - Thursday.
Heather Kambeitz
Minister of Finance
heatherk@stlukesbloomington.org
Heather grew up in Burnsville, MN and met her husband Tony when she was 15. They married 5 years later and have a daughter and a son. One of their favorite things to do as a family is go camping in their trailer and listen to old time radio shows like 'The Shadow.' Another passion is animals...especially cats! One day she would like to work in hospice and be the listening ear to people's worries and share God's love and grace to give them peace.
Kristin Kaiser
Director, St. Luke's Christian Preschool
kristink@stlukesbloomington.org
Kristin has been at St. Luke’s since 2003 and is passionate about early childhood education! She is honored to be able to spend time with the preschoolers, their parents, and the teachers at St. Luke's. She graduated from Tracy High School in southwestern Minnesota, St. Olaf College, and did graduate work at Augsburg College in early childhood education. Kristin loves spending time with her husband, Jim, their four children and their families, traveling, and searching out new adventures. Favorite quote: “Live well, love much, laugh often.” ― John McLeod
Lori Murray
Organist
Lori has been accompanist/pianist and member of St. Luke's since the mid-1980's playing for children's, youth, and adult choirs. She became organist in June 2007. Lori has also been very active in St. Luke's musical groups as a member of the handbells, Jubilee and Sr. Choir. She received her B.A. degree from Concordia College in Moorhead, MN. She currently works full-time for Fairview Health Services. In her free time, Lori enjoys traveling and reading.
Ashley Delzer
Wedding Coordinater
ashleyd@stlukesbloomington.org
Ashley has been the wedding coordinator at St. Luke's since March 2013 and has helped many couples plan their wedding ceremonies. Ashley and her husband Chris have been members at St. Luke's since 2011 and were married here in October 2012. They have two daughters, Alexa and Ava. Outside of spending time with her family, Ashley enjoys red wine, golfing, and traveling. Her favorite quote is "Life is like a camera... Focus on what's important, Capture the good times, Develop from the negatives, and if things don't work out, take another shot".
Nancee Erickson
Wedding Custodian
Nancee grew up at St. Luke's and has been the wedding custodian since 1995. She sings in the St. Luke’s choir, and is a dedicated volunteer in Wednesday Night Live and many other ministries. Nancee enjoys spending time with her daughters (Mollee and Brandi), and her granddaughter (Alexus), as well as her dog (Ami). Nancee is also a huge hockey enthusiast – GO WILD! She is also a massage therapist, so when she’s not working or volunteering at St. Luke’s you can find her giving massages at Balancing Touch Massage in Savage! Her favorite Bible verse is Isaiah 40:31 "But those who trust in the LORD will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint."
Cheryl Thiele
Office Support
cherylt@stlukesbloomington.org
Cheryl grew up in Richfield, MN. Attended Gustavus Adolphus College. She has a son in college at SDSU in Brookings, SD and a daughter in college at Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, MN. She was a home childcare provider for 20 years and decided to pursue other job opportunities. She loves to travel which brought her to work at the airport with Delta Global Services to receive flight benefits. Cheryl enjoys working here and meeting the wonderful staff and friendly members of St. Luke's.