Scott Giger
Senior Pastor
What I do at CLC: As part of the pastoral team, I serve as the Senior Pastor.
A favorite Bible verse: John 10:10b – [Jesus said] “I have come that they might have
Max Murphy
Pastor of Care Ministries; Carmel Site Pastor
What I do at CLC: As Pastor of Care Ministries, I work with the Care Ministry Team in overseeing the care of our congregation, as well as leading the ministries of Prayer, Cancer Companions, DivorceCare and GriefShare, pastoral visitations, and more. I am also the Carmel Site Pastor and share with the other pastors of our congregation in the responsibilities of preaching, teaching, worship leading, counseling and visiting. You will most often see me leading Contemporary Worship at our Carmel Site.
A favorite Bible verse: Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Shawn Hecksel
Eagle Creek Site Pastor
What I do at CLC: As the Eagle Creek Site Pastor, I lead worship, preach most weekends, lead Bible studies, etc. for our Eagle Creek site.
A favorite Bible verse: Hebrews 12:2-3 – Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author
Kevin Thomson
Pastor of Discipleship; Fishers Site Pastor
What I do at CLC: As Pastor of Discipleship, I oversee the formation and implementation of Bible studies at CLC, small groups, and more. As the Fishers Site Pastor, I lead worship, preach most weekends, lead Bible studies, etc. for our Fishers site.
A favorite Bible verse: Habakkuk 2:4 – …the righteous shall live by faith.
Victor Minetola
Pastor of Music & Worship; Indy Site Pastor
What I do at CLC: As Pastor of Music and Worship, I oversee the planning and implementation of cohesive, meaningful, and dynamic worship across all our sites. And, as the Indy Site Pastor, I (along with Pastor Jason) lead worship, preach most weekends, lead Bible studies, etc. for our Indy site.
A favorite Bible verse: Romans 5:6-8 – You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to
Jason Taber
Pastor of Outreach
What I do at CLC: As the Pastor of Outreach, I lead CLC's efforts to foster local, national, and world outreach opportunities across all our sites. I look to see how we can work alongside other community groups to learn about and meet the needs that our neighbors have, and engaging within CLC to make sure disciples who want to be a part of that know how to get involved.
A favorite Bible verse: Matthew 11:28 —“Come to me all who are heavily burdened and I will give you rest.”
Luther Brunette
Visitation Pastor
What I do at CLC: As a retired pastor, I now serve as Visitation Pastor for about 40 CLC disciples and/or friends each month.
A favorite Bible verse: John 10:27-28 (my Confirmation passage) – “My sheep listen to my voice and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no
Paul Borg
Pastoral Assistant
What I do at CLC: A pastoral assistant with a special focus
A favorite Bible verse: Matthew 28:18-19 – “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations...”
Chris Sturges
Vicar
What I do at CLC: I will be CLC's vicar through June 2023. I'll be spending time at each of our sites, preaching and doing other pastoral duties.
A favorite Bible verse: Galatians 2:20 - I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.
Jess Brandt
Traditional Music Coordinator, Carmel
What I do at CLC: I assist the Director of Traditional Worship, accompany choral ensembles, help organize instrumental ensembles and other special music, and serve as primary organist and handbell director for the Carmel site.
A favorite Bible verse: Matthew 7:7-8 – "Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened."
Alicia Brown
Director of Children's Music, Fishers
What I do at CLC: I help kindergarten through 5th grade children find their voice by singing worship songs and performing a yearly musical.
A favorite Bible verse: 1 Corinthians 13:13 - Now abide faith, hope, and love, these three. But the greatest of these is love.
Amy L. Bultemeier
Middle School/Confirmation Coordinator
Paula Calabrese
Play Area Supervisor, Fishers
Jane Callahan
Director of Development
What I do at CLC: It is my honor to serve the staff at CLC for individual and team development as we strive to be the best we can be to serve Christ, to serve each other, and to reach out in our communities. As we continue to grow, my work also focuses on developing new sites for ministry.
A favorite Bible verse: Psalm 46:10 – “Be still and know that I am God.”
Chris Doron
Administrative Assistant, Carmel
What I do at CLC: I am one of the Administrative Assistants at the Carmel site. You’ll find me at the front desk answering phones and greeting guests, as well as preparing the bulletins for weekly services.
A favorite Bible verse: Psalm 118:24 - This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.
Cindy Elliott
Administrative Assistant, Eagle Creek
What I do at CLC: I am the administrative assistant to both the church and the preschool at the Eagle Creek site. I handle day-to-day operations and lend support in a multitude of areas.
A Favorite Bible Verse: Psalm 91:11-12 – He will put his angels in charge of you to protect you in all your ways. They will carry you in their hands so that you never hit your foot against a rock
Denise Gernhardt
Facilities Manager
What I Do at CLC: As Facilities Manager, I want to ensure our church is able to do its job, giving our members the spaces and tools they need to flourish in our mission. I want to make sure all members of our congregation and community have a safe and healthy environment to worship and gather in. As such, I oversee the management and operations of all the physical facilities of our church, provide oversight and responsibility for the buildings, grounds, parking lots, equipment, building systems, general security, and housekeeping.
A Favorite Bible Verse: Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, and always perseveres. (1 Corinthians 13:4-7)
Kate Giger
Discipleship & Women’s Ministry Coordinator
What I do at CLC: I walk alongside the women of CLC leading them to growth with one another in faith and community.
Favorite Bible Verse: Colossians 3:12-14 - Put on then, as God’s Chosen ones, holy and dearly loved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience, bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so also must forgive. And above all these things put on love which binds everything together in harmony.
Becca Hartmann
Play Area Coordinator & Administrative Asst., Fishers
What I do at CLC: I am responsible for day-to-day operations of the Play Area, as well as supporting the site pastor, Faith Formation Team, and other Fishers site staff in various administrative duties.
A Favorite Bible Verse: Jeremiah 29:12-13 Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.
Craig Huffman
Chief Operating Officer
What I do at CLC: I oversee administrative tasks in the areas of finance, human resources, facilities, and information technology.
A favorite Bible verse: Isaiah 41:10 "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
Bob Jacobs
Director of Faith Formation
What I do at CLC: I do all things "high school ministry," including Sunday School, service projects, and social events just to name a few things. I also oversee our post high school ministry. I love that Cornerstone offers so many different ways for our disciples to be actively engaged in our mission of reaching out, caring for, and building others in Christ!
A favorite Bible verse: Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.
Joey Johnson
Fishers Site Staff
What I do at CLC: I have the greatest job on earth, other than being a father. I get to watch kids grow and develop new skills through playing in the play area. The play area also allows me to interact with other parents and learn how they are raising their children. In addition, I also assist Faith Formation with Confirmation at the Fishers site.
A favorite Bible verse: John 15:13 - Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
Becca Klemm
Children’s Ministry Coordinator, Carmel
What I do at CLC: As the Children’s Ministry Coordinator for the Carmel site, I work with our youngest disciples and families to help them know and love Jesus! Together through activities like Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, and others, we get to learn about who Jesus is and what He has done for us on the cross. I love any chance I get to connect with our children and families!
Favorite Bible Verse: Hebrews 10:23 – “Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful.”
Cathy Klemm
Communications Coordinator
What I do at CLC: I layout,
A favorite Bible verse: 1 John 1:5 – This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all.
Sara Konopka
Volunteer Coordinator
What I do at CLC: I help increase participation of all CLC disciples in volunteering their time and talents in all aspects of church ministry. I am also be the primary contact for both ministry leaders and disciples in engagement of volunteer activities.
A Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:6-7 - Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Abby Kruse
MOPS Coordinator / CLC Staff Liaison
What I do at CLC: I oversee all five of CLC’s MOPS and MOMSnext groups as an adjunct to the Women’s Ministry team--coordinating the leadership training, meeting operations, and collaboration of these groups.
A Favorite Bible Verse: Romans 5:3-5 - … we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.
Angie Lockwood
Play Area Supervisor, Fishers
What I Do at CLC: What I do at CLC: As a play area supervisor, I welcome families into the play area and help them get checked in. I also make sure the play area is safe and clean for the children to play.
A Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
Austin Marchione
Technology Coordinator
Sarah May
Traditional Music Coordinator, Fishers
What I Do at CLC: I coordinate and lead traditional worship at Fishers—playing organ/piano, and leading the adult choir, handbells, and instrumental music.
Sandy Milius
Administrative Assistant, Carmel
What I do at CLC: I am blessed to serve as an Administrative Assistant at CLC Carmel. If you stop by or call during the last half of the week I will probably be the one who greets you! My duties include welcoming guests, answering the phone and, most importantly, making sure the coffee supplies are stocked! I also order office supplies and assist other staff members with various clerical and administrative tasks as needed.
A favorite Bible verse: Romans 5:3-4 – Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope.
Teresa Millwood
Preschool Director, Carmel
What I Do at CLC: I work with the faculty, staff, and congregation to provide the children and families of Cornerstone Lutheran Preschool (Carmel) with a quality, Christ-centered, educational experience. I love listening to the children’s stories, singing, dancing, book reading; watching them create works of art and building block towers; and being served at some of the finest restaurants our preschool has to offer.
Anna Moody
Co-Director of Children's Music, Carmel
What I do at CLC: I co-direct the Children's Choir at Carmel where I teach Orff Instruments, drums, and the Spring musical. I also co-direct Fine Arts Academy which is a week long summer arts camp in June for Kindergarten - 8th graders. We develop a new Biblical theme each summer and students sing, dance, create art, and so much more!
A favorite Bible verse: Romans 8:28 - In all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
Marshall Murphy
Contemporary Worship Coordinator, Fishers
What I Do at CLC: I lead the contemporary worship services as well as assist with other ministry areas.
A Favorite Bible Study: John 10:27-28 - “My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand.”
Andrew Osborne
Director of Online Ministry
What I do at CLC: I lead our online ministry team to build a community of believers on the internet using tools like our church website, streamed worship services, recorded videos, and social media.
A favorite Bible verse: Romans 10:9 – If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Josh Pedde
Director of Traditional Worship
What I do at CLC: I plan the traditional services, play the organ for worship, and direct the Sanctuary and Children's Choirs at CLC Fishers. I also assist in teaching adult Bible class there from time to time.
A favorite Bible verse: Philippians 4:4-7 – Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Mike Pomerenke
Facilities Co-Coordinator
What I do at CLC: As the Facilities Coordinator (along with Steve Thurston), my job is to help assess the needs of the facilities to keep them fully operational and maintain the aesthetics of the property.
A Favorite Bible Verse: Romans 1:16 - I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes: first for the Jew, then for the gentile.
Holly Reay
Financial Manager
What I do at CLC: Basically, my responsibilities include anything dealing with money coming in or going out of CLC! I deal with contributions, financials, payroll, annual budget, and accounts payable.
A favorite Bible verse: Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight.
Mike Rowland
Director of Communications
What I do at CLC: As Director of Communications, I oversee all of the messaging, story-telling, social media, website, promotions and anything else that helps us get the word out to our disciples and our communities. I also help with internal collaboration and other things that help us as a staff to work more efficiently and effectively. But the best part of my job is supporting the many ministries at CLC that God is using to build his kingdom!
A favorite Bible verse: Hebrews 11:1 – Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.
Lauren Southard
Co-Director of Children's Music, Carmel
What I do at CLC: I am the director of Primary Praise, the Kindergarten - 2nd Grade children's choir at CLC Carmel. I get to help children find their voices in praising God! I also assist with occasionally directing the Sanctuary Choir at the Carmel site.
A favorite Bible verse: Isaiah 43:1-3 – Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. For I am the Lord your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior.
Tricia Statler
Children’s Ministry Coordinator, Fishers
What I do at CLC: As the Children's Ministry Coordinator at Fishers, I work alongside the Faith Formation team as we build children toward maturity in Christ through ongoing spiritual growth opportunities at CLC. I love leading lessons, singing songs, scheduling volunteers and loving on all the children who walk through our doors!
A favorite Bible verse: Jeremiah 29:11 – "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Steve Thurston
Facilities Co-Coordinator
What I do at CLC: As the Facilities Coordinator (along with Mike Pomerenke), my job is to help assess the needs of the facilities to keep them fully operational and maintain the aesthetics of the property.
A Favorite Bible Verse: “Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven." - Luke 6:37
Jonni Upton
Administrative Assistant, Carmel
What I do at CLC: I am one of the Administrative Assistants at CLC Carmel. I work at the front desk greeting guests and answering phones a couple of days a week, as well as take care of other administrative duties.
A favorite Bible verse: Jeremiah 29:11 - “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Ashley Wedmore
Administrative Assistant, Carmel
What I Do at CLC: As part of the Admin Team, I provide administrative support to the pastoral staff, accounting department, and the communications department. I also work with individuals and families when they need to schedule baptisms or weddings, or when there is a funeral.
A Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
Lisa Zetzl
Preschool Director, Eagle Creek
What I Do at CLC: I oversee the faculty and curriculum to ensure that a quality Christ-centered, educational experience is available to all the families that we serve. I love getting to know all our children and families and to be available to them when they have needs. It is very important to me to be able to share my faith with them and hopefully help bring them closer to Christ.
A Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:6 - Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
Gretchen Crisp
Preschool Administrative Asst., Carmel
Lisa Beringer
Preschool Lead Teacher, Carmel
Amy Bultemeier
Preschool Lead Teacher, Carmel
Shelley Christie
Preschool Lead Teacher, Carmel
Carolyn Crane
Preschool Asst. Teacher, Carmel
Kira DeLancey
Preschool Asst. Teacher, Carmel
Cyndy Fiala
Preschool Asst. Teacher, Carmel
Zoe Hilger
Preschool Asst. Teacher, Carmel
Shelly Kitchel
Preschool Asst. Teacher, Carmel
Cara Lanctot
Preschool Lead Teacher, Carmel
Vann Landis
Preschool Asst. Teacher, Carmel
Nicole Lewis
Preschool Lead Teacher, Carmel
Lisa Schiele
Preschool Lead Teacher, Carmel
Cathy Scott
Preschool Asst. Teacher, Carmel
Kathy Selbo
Preschool Asst. Teacher, Carmel
Kathy Smart
Preschool Lead Teacher, Carmel
Valerie Smith
Preschool Asst. Teacher, Carmel
Kate Velezis
Preschool Lead Teacher, Carmel
Mindy Alley
Preschool Teacher, Eagle Creek
Lori Boyce
Preschool Teacher, Eagle Creek
Jessie Cook
Preschool Teacher, Eagle Creek
Elonda Duprey
Preschool Teacher, Eagle Creek
Joanie Hightower
Preschool Teacher, Eagle Creek
Joy Hightower
Preschool Teacher, Eagle Creek
Joyce Jeffries
Preschool Teacher, Eagle Creek
Lupe Orozco
Preschool Teacher, Eagle Creek
Deb Swintz
Preschool Teacher, Eagle Creek
Hope Swintz
Preschool Teacher, Eagle Creek
Stephanie Wellborn
Preschool Teacher, Eagle Creek
Mark Zetzl
Preschool Teacher, Eagle Creek