Pastor Amy Eisenmann
​Lead Pastor

My name is Pastor Amy Eisenmann and I have been on staff since January 2020.   My last call was in Thompson, North Dakota where I served at Saint Matthew's Lutheran Church for almost 8 years. My current focus here at Bethlehem is strengthening our relationships with God and with each other and building our Youth and Education programs.        I appreciate working with all age groups, and love the intergenerational happenings we have been having as we come back together post-pandemic.  My immediate family is my West Highland Terrier named Buhla.  The rest of my family lives up in the Twin Cities.  I have one brother who has four kids, and spending time with my nieces and nephews is my favorite thing to do.  I am super excited that one of them now is going to Drake right here in Iowa!  I also enjoy playing guitar, writing poetry, reading, and sharing a cup of coffee or tea with friends.  I would love to know what you love to do, and hear about your family.  Let's set up a time to get together for coffee or just to get to know each other better!

Deb Estrem

Administrative Assistant

​Hi, I am Deb Estrem and I’m the new Administrative Assistant with Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Looking forward to being a blessing to all!
Born and raised in Waterloo, Iowa, life’s path has taken me to Wisconsin where I owned a dairy farm, to Minnesota where I got a taste of the Twin Cities, back to Iowa where I managed a Christmas tree farm and was the office coordinator at my church in Decorah, Iowa.
My son Daniel lives in Minnesota, and owns a dairy farm. He raises Holsteins and Jerseys. I have a one grandson and a granddaughter on the way.
My stress relievers are fishing, painting murals, gardening and digging ponds. Love to hear the frogs sing in the spring, and when the fishing gets slow, I paint the scenery. Life is good!

Hudson Lourenço
Organist

My name is Hudson Lourenço and I am a Brazilian native from São Paulo. I studied my bachelor's degree in organ at The Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Followed by my master’s degree at The University of Iowa, from where I graduated in May 2019. After my graduation, I moved to Marshalltown, where I happily live with my husband, Joe Feld.  Biking around and cooking are things that I like to do the most.   I became part of the team Bethlehem as a substitute organist in November 2019. Then the official organist in January 2020.  Besides Bethlehem, I am also the organist for the First Congregational United Church of Christ of Waterloo, and Trinity Lutheran Church in Marshalltown. I also work as the pianist accompanist for the Vocal Departments of the Marshalltown High School and West High School in Waterloo.  I feel blessed to be part of this lovely family called Bethlehem Lutheran Church of Cedar Falls.

Patty Nelson
Custodian

My name is Patty Nelson.  My husband Bill and I have two boys.  Michael who is in the Air Force and Nicholas.  We also have a Chocolate Lab named Bandit.  I enjoy being with my guys and spending time with family and friends.  Cleaning Bethlehem has been one of my jobs for the last 21 years.

Heather Hurd-Schneider
Director of Fellowship & Outreach

 My name is Heather Hurd-Schneider and I am the very excited to begin my new position as the Fellowship and Outreach Director and to be able to continue to work with the wonderful people at BLC.  I graduated from UNI with a degree in social work, and was previously the Ministry Coordinator here. I enjoy movies, reading, watching my children participate in various activities, digital scrapbooking, and spending time with family and friends.                                                          

Pastor Kristi Grieder

Visitation Pastor

My name is Pastor Kristi and I am excited to be serving on the Bethlehem team as the Visitation Pastor. I am fascinated by people’s stories and seeing how God is at work in our lives. If you are going through a challenge or transition, I am especially here to listen and provide support to you. You can reach me by calling the church office. I look forward to visiting with you.
​Previously, I was a Spiritual Care Counselor for Cedar Valley Hospice and served my First Call at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Waterloo, Iowa. I have a Master of Divinity from Wartburg Theological Seminary and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Luther College, with a major in religion and minors in sociology and writing. I am originally from North Mankato, Minnesota but call the Cedar Valley “home”. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband, two daughters, and our dog. I also enjoy many simple joys like going on walks, spending time at the lake, singing, writing, and of course, drinking coffee. 

Brennan Regan
Choir Director

My name is Brennan Regan, and I am a Junior at the University of Northern Iowa majoring in Choral Music Education. I am involved in multiple ensembles at UNI, including Cantorei, Concert Chorale, and UNI Opera. In addition to music, I enjoy spending my time hiking trails, exploring local coffee shops, and rooting for my favorite baseball team, the Chicago Cubs. I am greatly looking forward to continuing the tradition of music at Bethlehem!

Noah Anderson
Worship Tech

My name is Noah Anderson, I live with my family in Cedar Falls and Janesville. We have lots of pets between both houses, I am the 2nd born of 4 kids, my 3 siblings are Gabe, Kylar, and Autumn. My birth parents are Ben and Crystal, my step parents are Loren and Megan, My favorite season is winter and I enjoy walks with my family. I am very happy that I was able to join the Bethlehem team and I will be the one working the computer in the back most Sundays.

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