In order to provide quality Christian programs like Faith Stepping Stones and Peer Leadership, a high-quality staff of trainers is needed. The goal of the Christian Leadership Training staff is:
to nurture God's people through his Word,
to reach out to the lost with the gospel, and
to strengthen God's people in their respective leadership roles.
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Rick Loewen, Director of Christian Family Resources
Rick has been with WLCFS since 2000. He received his AA in Criminal Justice from Inver Hills College. He is also certified in chemical dependency counseling, Christian mediation, and holds a staff ministry certificate from Martin Luther College. Rick is currently pursuing a certificate through Concordia University, St. Paul, MN, to be a Nationally Certified Family Life Educator. Prior to joining WLCFS, Rick spent 20 years in law enforcement and 5 years as a missionary to the White Mountain Apache reservation, where he developed a youth and family program that continues today.
Rick says, “In my work at WLCFS, I often look to 1 Corinthians 16:13 to guide me: ‘Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong.’ It serves as a reminder that in whatever we do, God wants us to remain strong in our faith.”
Rick and his wife, Cyndi, are the parents of three girls and are members at Mt. Olive, Delano, MN.
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Rhoda Wolle, Educational Therapeutic Consultant
Rhoda joined WLCFS in 2006. She received her BS in Education from Martin Luther College, New Ulm, MN. She was awarded an MA in Education with special emphasis on at-risk students from Marian College, Fond du Lac, WI. Prior to joining WLCFS, Rhoda served as a high school teacher, coach, and Director of Resource Development in WELS schools. Rhoda is a member of the Council for Exceptional Children and the Association of Educational Therapists.
She says, "I feel privileged to be able to work with young people and/or called workers and help them discover relevant ways to use their unique, God-given gifts in service to His Kingdom."
Rhoda is a member of St. Lucas, Bayview, WI.
Rhoda can be reached at rwolle@wlcfs.org.
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Ann Jahns, Ministry Coordinator
Ann joined WLCFS in 2005. She received her BA in American History from Wisconsin Lutheran College. Prior to joining WLCFS, Ann was a freelance proofreader/copy editor for various publishing companies for over 10 years.
Ann says, "It is my privilege to be involved in supporting parents and families through the Faith Stepping Stones program and other ministries of WLCFS. I thank God for the opportunity to encourage families in the daily sharing of Christ’s love in their homes."
Ann and her husband, Thad, are the parents of three boys and are members of Bethlehem, Menomonee Falls, WI.
Ann can be reached at ajahns@wlcfs.org.
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