Kelly Rodriguez

​Administrative Assistant/
Community Engagement Coordinator

Hello! My name is Kelly Rodriguez, I am the Administrative Assistant here at Bethlehem Lutheran Church. I was raised in Waterloo, which is where all my family is from.  I am married with children (two in the home still that keep me very busy with sports/activities) and I have a chocolate lab. My hobbies include spending quality time with family, and cheering on my children at their events. My favorite things are sunshine and flowers.  It’s a great honor for me to be here to serve and get to know all of you over time.

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 26 years.

Hudson Lourenço-Feld
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.

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.
Karli Jirava
Choir Director
My name is Karli Jirava. I hold a Bachelor's degree in General and Choral Music Education and will be pursuing a Master's degree in Music and Opera Performance. 
While I am deeply passionate about musical theatre and opera, choral music has always held a special place in my heart. I joined my first choir in fifth grade at my church, and that experience sparked a lifelong love of singing in community.
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