Our Team
The people who serve this congregation.
Meet the pastor and staff who walk alongside First Lutheran Church every day — in worship, in ministry, and in the everyday work that keeps our community strong.
Our Staff
A dedicated team called to walk alongside this congregation.
Pastor
Erik Rundquist
Hello! I'm new here, joining First Lutheran on Palm Sunday 2024. I'm grateful and excited to become part of this community of faith in our village in the pines. I have been an ordained pastor since 2014 and truly love this calling. I previously served congregations in Chokio, MN; Svea, MN; and as a Vicar in Warren, IL. Alongside my pastoral work, I am a Behavioral Health Practitioner pursuing licensure in Marriage and Family Therapy with Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota. My wife and I were recently blessed with our fourth child — now two girls and two boys! I look forward to meeting everyone.
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Youth Director
Mindy Johnson
I have been the Youth Director at First Lutheran since 2005. My responsibilities include helping to oversee the education, youth and family programs here at First Lutheran. I direct Faith in Action, Vacation Bible School, as well as our Youth Group held on Wednesday evenings. I plan and implement many youth activities, including service projects, youth Bible studies, family fellowship activities and mission trips.
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Financial Secretary
Kathy Thompson
I am the Financial Secretary at First Lutheran. I joined the staff in April of 2012. My primary function is to keep records of each member of our congregation — reconciling offerings, preparing individual member contribution statements, and keeping in close communication with the Church Treasurer. I work with the Parish Secretary when needed and fill in for her when she is absent.
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Treasurer
Mary Mortenson
As the treasurer, I handle accounts payable, payroll and associated taxes, and church financial reporting. I coordinate with the Financial Secretary to maintain our records and reconcile the bank statement each month, reporting to the Church Council on church finances. I was treasurer from 2009–2012 and am delighted to return to this role in April 2024 to support the vibrant ministries of First Lutheran Church.
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Custodian
Laurie Dunagan
I am excited to begin my new position here in October of 2024, at First Lutheran Church! My position consists of the cleaning of the church, including before and after funerals, weddings, and rentals. I moved to the area three years ago from Eagan, MN. I have one daughter and was blessed to have her give me four grandchildren who are all young adults.
