Phone: 651-699-5560
email: info@ilcsp.org
Pastor
Pastor Cindy has served at Immanuel since 2011. She loves the intergenerational culture of Immanuel, where all ages and stages of faith are valued. She is energized by the way members work to live out their faith in the city through caring, using their gifts and talents and working for change. Pastor Cindy has previously served congregations in Richmond, VA; Dallas, TX; and West St. Paul, MN. She has a BS from The College of William and Mary in Virginia, and an MDiv from Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary. She and her husband, Brian, are the parents of two grown children.
Director of Worship and Music
Chris Cherwien directs the adult, youth, and children’s vocal and handbell choirs at Immanuel. She has served congregations in Minneapolis, Indianapolis and Philadelphia throughout her music ministry. Chris has performed as soloist and in ensembles throughout her carreer and is currently the alto section leader for the National Lutheran Choir. Chris has a Bachelor of Arts degree in vocal performance from Augsburg College.
Director of Children, Youth & Family Ministry
Emily King facilitates faith development and community gatherings for kids and youth and their families; runs Faith & Science Adventures! day camp and Junior Adventures! VBS; and oversees church communications. She is also the director of Student Spot childcare.
Emily spent 16 years doing journalism, writing, and editing before embarking on a new journey in ministry. Emily has a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics from Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA.
Vicar
Vicar Josh is the pastor intern at Immanuel. Originally from Southern Appalachia, he earned a BA in Literature from Maryville College before beginning a career in banking. Following a lifelong call to ministry, he is now in his final year completing a Master of Divinity degree at Wartburg Theological Seminary. Josh has deeply valued his time at Immanuel, finding it a place of grace and mercy where he has grown as both a church leader and a follower of Christ.
Church Administrator
Deanna Hesse is the church administrator. She manages a variety of tasks that keep Immanuel running smoothly. She brings managerial experience from the corporate world. Deanna has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Management from Gettysburg College and graduate work from Georgia State University. She has lived in PA, NY, GA, Singapore, WI, CT & MN. She and her husband, Dave, are the parents of three grown children.
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