MEET OUR TEAM

Pastor Erik Jelinek

Senior Pastor

Pastor Erik joined Central Lutheran in December of 2017.  He grew up in Montana and went to college in Minnesota.  He became a Lutheran while attending Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, MN, then continued his education at Luther Seminary in St. Paul.  He has previously served congregations in North Dakota, Montana, and Wisconsin and was most recently the Director of Evangelical Missions for the South-Central Synod of Wisconsin.  He has an outgoing personality and enthusiastic attitude and we are blessed to have him share God's message of love with our congregation and our community.

Heather Greenley

Children and Youth Ministry Director

Heather became Youth Coordinator at Central in the fall of 2014 and has brought new life and vitality to our children, youth, and family ministries!  She overflows with ideas and energy as she helps our children youth and families shape and carry out a ministry of faith, fellowship, fun and service!

Tiffany Ayers

Children's Ministry Coordinator

Tiffany Ayers has joined our staff as Children's Ministry Coordinator. She will be overseeing our Sunday School and VBS ministries. She has been a member here for over 15 years and has been actively involved in Council, Preschool Board, Family & Youth Committees, and Mission Trips. When you see her around, please extend a warm welcome. We are excited to have her on board!

Stacy Teniente

Domestic Goddess

Stacy has been our church custodian since 2003 and is a vital part of our church staff.  She puts her whole heart into caring for the building, grounds and all who enter.  Setting up for meetings and accommodating the constant list of activities that bless the life of our congregation, as well as community groups that use our facilities.

Stacy Johnson

Handbell Director

Stacy joined our church as Handbell Director in 2021.  Her love of music and expertise brings energy into our Handbell Choir.

Gary Smith

Choir Director

Gary Smith, Central’s Adult Choir Director, is a retired music teacher. His 32 years in education in Wisconsin led to adventures in Edgerton, Spring Valley, and Mercer. He and his wife Julie have two adult sons, Jacob and Justin, daughter in law Amanda, and grandson Ryker. Gary continues to perform trumpet and percussion, including in Central’s Praise Band. He is also very active in several community activities and organizations including the Arts Council of Edgerton, the Wartmann Endowment Concert Series Board, and the Edgerton Community Band. In his spare time he enjoys supporting live music of all types and driving taxi for Edgerton Public Transit.

Barry Twitchett

Organist

Barry joined the church staff in August 2017 as our organist.  He brings a wealth of musical experience and talent to our congregation.

Rose Bice

Choir Accompanist


I am a native of Northern Wisconsin and studied Vocal Music at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.  I’ve played piano most of my life and have worked in liturgical music for over forty years. My family consists of a son, daughter, and five grandchildren. Currently I serve as the chairperson of the Edgerton Hospital Foundation and in my spare time I like to bicycle and cross-country ski. Since joining Central in 2009 I have loved making music with, and for, a very loving, welcoming church community.


Stephen Cutsforth

Tech Support

I'm new to the Edgerton area, having moved here in 2020, one week before Covid lockdown.  My work career was sales,  marketing, and factory management for a global boat building group.  At CLC, I'm working on our website, live streaming and service slide show, plus other tech related projects.  I'm looking forward to getting to know the community at CLC and helping wherever I am needed.

Heidi Schieldt

Financial Officer

Details coming...


Jill Gatena

Office Manager

Jill Gatena joined our staff in December as our New Office Administrator. She will be managing our main office, church bulletins, announcements, and newsletter along with keeping the rest of us on task! She is an Edgerton native and lives with her 15 year old daughter, Adeline. Jill's office hours are 8:30am-4:30pm. When you see her around, please extend a warm welcome. We are excited to have her on board!


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