Pastor Derek and his wonderful family have been leading our church now for a couple years. His never ending energy and enthusiasm has helped grow our church in the short time he has been here. Each week he brings a strong message that always teaches me something new that I can grow with and share with others. Pastor Derek loves River Ridge Church and each person very much and it shows in all that he helps with throughout the week. Many countless hours involved with teaching, preaching, helping in AWANA, bible studies, counseling, and on and on. We are all very thankful for all that he and his family do for each of us.

We really appreciate all your efforts in leading Woodbury Lutheran Church and being a good shepherd for the church family and always welcoming and including everyone! We recollect the way you led the church during COVID days and you prepared the church well in advance for online streaming, supporting local and international ministries and encouraging everyone, we are amazed at how you remember almost every member’s names. May God bless you and continue to use for His kingdom expansion.

Pastor John faithfully preaches God’s word every week. John fulfills Timothy 4:13 as his sermons are biblical and truthful. He is passionate about living for the Lord and it shows through his spirit every week. His sermons have encouraged me to deepen my l walk with the Lord. Thank you, Pastor John! We appreciate you!!

Pastor Josh is the kind of pastor that cares more about loving and supporting people like Jesus would then the number of people that attend and give. He’s personable and relatable. He encourages the church to be more then a place to attend but to genuinely love and connect with God, each other and others in the community. He’s the kind of pastor you can see God working in and through.

Thanks Pastor René for all you have done and are doing for our congregation, you and your family have been a blessing and an inspiration to many. Your enthusiasm and love for sharing the gospel is contagious! Que el Señor siga usando grandemente su vida.

Pastor Brent, We would like to express our appreciation for all that you do for our New Life family. Your passion for teaching God’s Word and the knowledge that you share are inspiring. Every Sunday you open up the Bible and preach, not for your glory, but giving all of the credit to God. Our little church has grown due to your obedience to God’s Word. Thank you for all that you do to support, to encourage, to lead, and to shepherd the flock. You are helping us all grow as disciples.

Pastor Jason DeShaw is a wonderful, caring pastor, with a genuine spirit of the Lord within him and contributing to his shepherding us at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Fridley. His has a warm and thoughtful manner with people making him a blessing to us all. Thank you much, Pastor Jason!

Thank you for your faithfulness! For praying for your congregation individually and daily. For sharing God’s message every week on so many levels, so no matter where we are in our walk with God we have something we can learn/take away from the message. For being a Great example by memorizing books of the Bible, all your continued education, and community involvement. Thank you for being a faithful servant. My prayer is that you continue to heed His every call on your life. We are Blessed.

Pastor Mark helps me understand scripture in ways that are real and relevant to my life every day. I thank God every day for bringing me closer to him through Pastor Mark. You don’t know the difference you’ve made for me!

Father Olson is the absolute best! Every Sunday I look forward to going to church to see what he has to say to teach me and our church family! He is incredibly knowledgeable and helps everyone stay on the straight path to God. His motto is “Go and make Jesus Famous” which he encourages us to and helps along the way! If we all talked about God just a little more and were confident and bold with our faith our world wouldn’t be quite so troubled! He encourages everyone to live their faith and always takes the time to help and assist in any way he can. He has made our church family stronger and closer together and he is very much appreciated! The church went from being half empty to full each weekend and participation during church has increased, including with myself and I am now a lector! I have grown so much in my personal faith from learning from him and have deepened my relationship with God which is truly priceless. He is a true and rare gem and a blessing to our community!