Welcome

Staff

	PASTOR STEVEN FERBER 952-473-5356 x211 Pastor Ferber was called to Redeemer in January of 2014 after 25 years of pastoral ministry in northern California and central Minnesota. Before he became a pastor, he worked in the area of sports medicine as a physical therapist and a certified athletic trainer. Pastor Ferber's highest vision is a united, repentant, joyful body of believers who know the Lord and make Him known to the world.
	NATALIE RAABE PRINCIPAL 952-473-5356 x219 Natalie Raabe attended Redeemer from preschool through grade 8. It has always been her dream to be a Lutheran school teacher and give back to the place that gave so much to her. Natalie graduated from Concordia University, St. Paul, with degrees in elementary education and educational leadership. Lutheran school ministry is her favorite mission field to serve. She lives in Loretto with her husband, Alec.
	DAN OIE MUSIC DIRECTOR \| WORSHIP LEADER 952-473-1281 x209 Dan Oie joined the staff of Redeemer Christian Academy in 2015. Dan also has the unique perspective of teaching 6 years at Redeemer back in the 80s. Dan received his ministry training at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, and completed his BFA in piano performance and his MFA in choral conducting at the University of Minnesota.
	DEACONESS KRIS HANSON OFFICE MANAGER \| VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR 952-473-1281 Deaconess Kris joined the staff of Redeemer in July of 2019. She earned her B.A. from Concordia University, St. Paul in Organizational Management and Communications, and is a graduate of Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN., earning her M.A. in Deaconess Studies. Kris has been serving in Church Office Administration for over 20 years. She is thankful for all of the friendships she has formed in church work over the years.
	DAVID MORLEY FINANCE ADMINISTRATOR 952-473-1281 x215 David Morley has a Business Administration degree from Saint Leo University as well as twelve years experience in church business. Like many who work in ministry, he has worn many hats, such as Radio Station Manager, head of Ushers, Bible study leader, head of Security, Benevolence Administrator, and HR Director. Outside of the office, David enjoys hiking, kayaking, billiards, camping and technology. David is very thankful for this opportunity to serve the people of Redeemer, and he looks forward to ministering together. God is good!
	JIM MENZEL MAINTENANCE \| CUSTODIAN 952-473-1281 Jim Menzel began as the church and school custodian in 1986. For more than 35 years, Jim has seen many changes at Redeemer, but one thing remains the same; the smiling faces of the students. Jim enjoys his job and is thankful for the many friends he has made while at Redeemer.
	SALLY CHINN FOOD SERVICE \| CUSTODIAN 952-473-1281 Sally serves a dual role here at Redeemer as part-time Food Service and part-time Custodian. When Sally is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and grandchildren.