Pastor Eric has spent his entire life as an active member of Lutheran churches, mainly in the Chicago area. In 2018, he felt called to retire from his career as a professional artist and enter into the ministry. Pastor Eric is married and has 2 children. In his free time he enjoys being endlessly creative and playing with his kids. His favorite bible verse is 1 Peter 3:15.

Pastor Caleb began ministry at OSL in August 2024. He and his wife Alicia have one daughter, Lucy. Pastor Caleb loves to help people deepen their faith in God and see His presence in their lives, especially in hard times. In his free time he enjoys hanging out with family, being outside, and cheering for his favorite team - the Miami Dolphins! His favorite chapter of the Bible is 1 Corinthians 15.

Pastor Frank joined the staff of OSL in May of 2008! Pastor Frank is married, has 6 children and 14 grandchildren! Other than his extensive family, Pastor Frank enjoys his motorcycle and is interested in fine wine! He tells us that his favorite bible verse changes, but "today it is Ephesians 2:8-10."

Tim Hoffman has been a member and serving at Our Savior since 2018 as a member of the Board of Lay Ministry and has taught Sunday School. Tim and his wife Carisa have four children, Timothy, Jr., Cadence, Christianna, and Charity. He is employed by Faith Regional Health Services in Norfolk as an Executive Director. Tim is currently enrolled in the Specific Ministry Pastor (SMP) program at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, MO. His confirmation and favorite bible verse is Matthew 28:20.

Ross Petersen is a lifelong member of the LCMS and has been a member at Our Savior since 2007. He is currently enrolled in the SMP program at Concordia St. Louis. Ross is self-employed and married to his wife Nora of 16 years. Ross and Nora and their four children, Makenzie, Logan, Grant, and Olivia enjoy traveling and volunteer work. Ross’s favorite passage is a prayer from the apostle Paul in Ephesians 3:16-19

Christine has been at Our Savior serving as the Director of Christian Education since summer of 2008. She is married to Brad and has three children.  Her passions are working with youth, families and people of all ages pointing them to Christ. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, playing volleyball,  camping, the Colorado mountains,  and coffee!!! She strives to “delight herself in the Lord” in all she does Psalms 37:4.

After receiving a BFA in Ceramics, Greg began his career as a studio potter. While growing in his faith as an adult, Greg felt called into ministry and attended Concordia University, St. Paul. In 2011, Greg first began serving in ministry in Indiana and then served in Columbus, NE in 2016 before joining OSL in April of 2024. Greg and his wife Kate have a daughter, Romy, and A son Greyson (and his fiancé Macy). Greg loves spending time with family, enjoying a good cup of coffee, and making pottery in his free time. His favorite Bible verses are Ephesians 3:17-18.

Hannah started in at Our Savior in 2023. She received a B.A. in Music (Vocal Performance) and and a B.A. in Business Administration, with a Marketing minor from Concordia Nebraska. She is originally from Bay City, MI. Hannah loves everything that has to do with music, whether singing or listening. One of her favorite bible passages is Psalm 1.

Amy spent her life both serving as a youth director and children’s minister in the church, and as a teacher of students from 1st-12th grade.  She is blessed to be married to Chris, and has three sons: Mitchell, Jay, and Braydan.  She loves hiking, traveling with her family, and drinking Diet Dr. Pepper.  Her favorite verse is Ephesians 2:8-9.]

Sam joined the Our Savior Staff in the summer of 2024. He just graduated from Concordia University Irvine receiving a B.A in Theological Studies through the DCE program. He is now fulfilling his internship requirements this year at OSL to become a fully called DCE in the LCMS. He will be primarily working with the youth and high school ministries here at Our Savior. Sam is from Redwood City, CA and loves being active and playing sports, especially golf. His favorite bible verse is John 15:5.

Colleen began working for OSL in January of 2016. Colleen and her husband Dennis have three daughters, one son and seven grandchildren. She enjoys spending time with friends and family, and also likes to travel. Her absolute favorite bible verse is John 3:16.

Dennis began working at Our Savior in 2018. He claims that he wears a florescent shirt everyday so that he is easy to find. His favorite Bible passage is Proverbs 3:5-6.

Tyler began working at Our Savior in January 2024. He has been a member of Our Savior his whole life and was baptized and confirmed here. Tyler graduated from Concordia University, Nebraska in 2011 with a degree in Education and has been teaching and working in organizational administration ever since. Here at Our Savior he works with the Children’s, Youth, Adult, and Online ministries. His favorite Bible verse is Psalm 46:10.

Carlos began serving at Our Savior in September 2021. Carlos has been passionate about serving in Worship arts since the age of 12 years old. Starting off in his home church in Crete Nebraska, moving to Lincoln, and most recent for the last 10 years in Wayne, NE. Carlos works with churches all around Nebraska and the country by installing pro audio equipment, training local volunteers and working with pastors on church events for community outreach. Carlos has huge passion for playing music for God, building relationships with new people, and serving. Carlos' favorite bible verse is Psalms 92:10!

Trisha has been a member of Our Savior since 2016 and joined as a staff member in May 2025. She has extensive experience in print and digital communications for newspapers, health care organizations, and non-profits. Trisha is passionate about using her skills to point others to Christ. In her free time, she enjoys reading, camping, and cheering on the Husker football and volleyball teams. She is also writing a novel. Her favorite Bible verse is Exodus 14:14.