Internship Program
Central Lutheran Church has had a rich history of welcoming a seminarian pursuing ordination in the ELCA. Over the course of a year, interns learn the ins and outs of parish ministry - preaching, teaching, leadership, pastoral care, and all the skills not learned in a classroom. Beginning in 1993, Central Lutheran hosted a new intern every year for 20 years. Working closely with the pastor and a committee , the intern has been integrated into all aspects of the church's life. Each intern has brought his/her gifts to the life of Central Lutheran Church while gaining experience and expertise in the ministry to which God has called him/her. We have always been excited to see an intern come and sad to see that intern leave, but we trust the Spirit's work in each of their lives.
Known as an outstanding site for seminary students, the congregation serves the larger church by readying and nurturing future public church leaders.
Our Previous Interns:
1993-1994 Leslie Barnett
1994-1995 Kari Toavs
1995-1996 Darin Erisman
1996-1997 Incomplete Internship
1997-1998 Katy McCallum
1998-1999 Glen Aaberg
1999-2000 Shana Tischaefer
2000-2001 Jen Lapinskas
2001-2002 Reggie Klindworth
2002-2003 Catrina Ciccone
2003-2004 Jo Quanbeck
2004-2005 Matt Prasek
2005-2006 Chris Cormack
2006-2007 Sheila Rawn
2007-2008 Joel Langholz
2008-2009 Leslie Neist
2009-2010 Megan Koepnick
2010-2011 Katie Emery
2011-2012 Annette Andrews-Lux
2012-2013 Emily Wiles
2013-2014 C.J. Boettcher