This commission is dedicated to enhancing the ministries of congregations, leaders (called and elected), and individual members of every age throughout this synod. Wholeness, renewal, and faith development are dominant themes that will shape the work of this commission. Areas of focus will include but are not limited to:
· ministries with and among children, youth, and young adults
· educational, health, and wellness intiatives
· ministry in daily life
Synod Staff Contact: Pr. Eric Carlson
Members of the Vocation and Faith Formation Commission are:
Chair:
Brian Middlesworth, AIM
First Lutheran Church, Cedar Rapids
David Bahnsen
Bethany Lutheran Church, West Branch
Stephanie Johnson
Grace Lutheran Church, Des Moines
Pastor Stacy Grau
First Lutheran Church, Fairfield
Pam Larabee-Zierath, AIM
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Iowa City
Joel Moore
St. Paul Lutheran Church, Davenport
Pr. Dan Solomon
Augustana Lutheran Church, Boone
Pr. Grant Woodley
Lutheran Church of Hope, West Des Moines