The Rev. Carmala Aderman has been the Senior Pastor since the end of 2007.  She has a particular interest in helping people grow deeper in faith and discover how they can live that faith more effectively in the world. Pastor Aderman has an additional Master’s in Spirituality and a graduate certificate in spiritual direction from St. Catherine’s University in St. Paul, MN.  With her encouragement, Luther Memorial has trained two more spiritual directors from the Nebraska Synod’s Institute for Spiritual Direction Formation, Seeking the Spirit Within, and has a vibrant spiritual direction and retreat ministry.

You can contact Rev. Carmala Aderman directly at
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Dianne Hasch, Parish Administrator, keeps the business of the church running daily. When you call in the morning, chances are Claire will be the one greeting you. She keeps us organized, communicates the various needs to the rest of the staff, and oversees the calendar and use of the church building by different groups. When Dianne is not at the church, she delights in spending time with her family.

You can contact Dianne directly at
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Aliyah Richling, Praise Band Worship Leader, leads the Joyful Noise Praise Band. With her leadership, the band determines the music for the 11:00 worship service, practices regularly, and continues to grow as musicians and worship leaders. Aliyah also serves our country as a vocalist with Raptor, the commercial music ensemble of the United States Air Force Heartland of America Band.

You can contact Aliyah directly at [email protected]

Greg Wagoner serves as the congregation’s Custodian. He keeps the property ready for members and guests. He also sings with the Joyful Noise Praise Band on Sunday mornings at Luther Memorial.

Koren Lindley serves Luther Memorial through her work with youth and intergenerational activities. In her capacity as the Director of Congregational Ministries, she also oversees the social outreach ministry of the congregation, assists in Confirmation, and has a key leadership and training role with the many worship assistants.

You can contact Kored directly at
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Cody Talarico, Director of Music, oversees the Music Department at Luther Memorial. He is an organist and pianist in addition to his strong administrative skills. Cody directs the choir, the handbells, and teaches 3rd through 8th graders how to play the chimes. When he is not fulfilling his Luther Memorial responsibilities, Cody is a public school music teacher and enjoys spending time with his family.

You can contact Cody directly at
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Sally Dunn, the Music Assistant, accompanies the choir, plays for the classic worship service on Sunday mornings, and cantors the liturgy for that service. She, too, is a public school music educator.

You can contact Sally directly at
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