Governing Board

The Governing Board consists of nine members of the church who serve a term of service of three years.  The Governing Board ensures that a strategic direction of the congregation is the driving force for all activities and related ministries.

 

Antone drinkard - Board President

My family and I started going to St. Matthew in July 2021. I have served on the Governing Board as the Board Briefing Coordinator and assisted in outreach. I have also served at many different churches in several different capacities. In coming to St. Matthew, I felt the call to join this specific family and serve. I am compelled by the peace of the Spirit to serve and filled by the love coming from this community of disciples.

Favorite Restaurant: Outback Steakhouse
Favorite Vacation Destination: Disney’s Aulani in Hawaii
Favorite Starbucks Beverage: A simple hot green tea

 

Shaylyne krumdieck - VICE PRESIDENT, Orientation/training coordinator

I have been a part of the St. Matthew family for 10 years. I volunteer on the AV team assisting with service sound and currently serve as the Vice President on the Governing Board. I love this church and our congregation. I want to help make decisions that impact members and guests. I want to see our church continue to grow and reach more families, bringing them to know the love of Jesus.

Favorite Restaurant: Kru | Contemporary Japanese Cuisine
Favorite Vacation Destination: Maui
Favorite Starbucks Beverage: White Chocolate Mocha

 

Alicia cole - Recording Secretary

We have been members at St. Matthew for 5 years. I had the pleasure of being on the planning and remodel committees when we purchased our current building. I believe serving on the Governing Board is a way to honor God for all he has given me and I am passionate about volunteering my time to help further his vision for St. Matthew.

Favorite Restaurant: Zocalo
Favorite Vacation Destination: Monterey/Carmel
Favorite Starbucks Beverage: Cold Brew

 

Katie Nuss - Personnel COmmitTEE chair

I have been part of the St Matthew family for more than 15 years now. Previous to serving on the board now, I served on the Fellowship board under the old structure and used to work quite a few shifts in the nursery at the green church. When I was asked to consider a board position I just knew it was time to give back to our congregation and the St Matthew community. I like to learn about how our church is growing and what ways we can all work to enhance the family we have at St. Matthew

Favorite Restaurant: Ruth Chris
Favorite Vacation Destination: Probably Hawaii, but anywhere tropical
Favorite Starbucks Beverage: Irish cream Cold brew

 

chance howell - Briefing Coordinator

Our family has been part of the St. Matthew family since 2012. In addition to filling in whoever help has been needed with different ministries, I have served as an Elder since 2021. My desire to serve in leadership comes from wanting to give back. My family has been incredibly blessed by St. Matthew. Serving is just a small way that I can give back and help others experience the same love and support.

Favorite Restaurant: Leatherby's
Favorite Vacation Destination: Scottsdale AZ -- Spring Training
Favorite Starbucks Beverage: Hot Americano

 

Bonnie Tangen - Treasurer

My husband and I joined St Matthew in spring of 2015. I served on the Council as the Financial Secretary. I have been on the Governing Board as the Recording Secretary and now as the Treasurer.

I have also helped with offering counting, led the prayer partner group, participated/facilitated First Place for health. I feel it is important to serve The Lord with your gifts. He gives each of us different gifts and in my professional life, I have been in leadership most of my adult life. I love being part of the leadership of my church. It is where the action is. Where you can be impactful. At my previous church, I also served in mulitple leadership positions. It is where I can use my gifts and serve.

Favorite Restaurant Olive Garden
Favorite Vacation Destination: Maui, Hawaii
Favorite Starbucks Beverage: Iced chai latte with coconut milk

 

Chris cantrell - Dialogue Coordinator

Having grown in faith through the ministry of St. Matthew over the last 15 years, I am thankful for my faith in Jesus and want to give back to the ministry that has blessed me so much. My legal background and communication skills will be a great asset to the Board, particularly in the area of developing our Ministry team. St. Matthew needs to continue to grow great people and I want to be part of finding and growing them. I am excited to see St. Matthew grow while maintaining our “small church” identity - that welcoming, personal energy we have always had.

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James Moen - OKR Coordinator

I have been at St. Matthew for 23 years - served on church council for 2 terms, an elder for 2 terms and governing board currently in 2nd term. I am compelled to serve on leadership at St. Matthew to ensure all groups are heard & represented.

Favorite Restaurant: Fat’s
Favorite Vacation Destination: Anywhere (as long as it’s a vacation)
Favorite Starbucks Beverage: dark roast coffee

Douglas Brauer - Nominating Committee Chair

Elders

The role of our elders consists of…

  • Providing spiritual guidance for ministry teams and staff

  • Supporting the direction of ministry through leadership of the MATs.

  • Caring for, nurturing, encouraging, and supporting pastors and staff

  • Assisting pastors in the care, nurture, and encouragement of individuals and families within the fellowship

 

dave clawson - Head Elder and Inspiring Hope

I’ve been a member for 16 years. I have served on multiple boards and positions, most recently as the MAT elder for the Inspire Hope team and service elder. I want to help develop the mission of our congregation and it's growth, believing my many years of church membership will be a great benefit.

Favorite Restaurant: Lucille's
Favorite Vacation Destination: Maui
Favorite Starbucks Beverage: Mocha

 

Tommy Hintz - Apprentice/small groups

I have been connected with St Matthew for 2.5 years. I currently serve as a MAT Elder for the Apprentice and Small Groups MAT. I also help teach Confirmation to our 7th & 8th grade students, and this past summer I was a chaperone for the high school kids on their trip to Houston for the LCMS Youth Gathering. Out of the great love that God has blessed me with I want to share the love of Jesus with those I come in contact with. I enjoy walking along side people on their faith journey. I love to develop and use the gifts that God has given me for Kingdom work.

Favorite Restaurant: Pattaya Cafe - Thai
Favorite Vacation Destination: Disneyland
Favorite Starbucks Beverage: Galaxy Fish Lemonade @ Dutch Bros

 

Jeffrey Krumdieck - family ministry

I have been attending St. Matthew's for 25 years. I am involved with the leadership team on the Board of Elders and currently the MAT Elder for Family Ministries. I grew up attending St. Matthew's and have always felt at home here. I felt that it was now my time to join the leadership team that helped shaped me and continue the pattern to help others grow in their faith.

Favorite Restaurant: Anatolian Table
Favorite Vacation Destination: I love a cozy cabin in the woods
Favorite Starbucks Beverage: Dark Chocolate Mocha

 

Sam Lucero - Worship Arts

I have been a part of St Matthew for 3 years. I am currently the MAT Elder for Worship Arts. I am compelled to serve as leadership to serve God. I believe that God is doing great things through St. Matthew and I want to support that as much as I am able.

Favorite Restaurant: Bubba Gumps
Favorite Vacation Destination: Hawaii
Favorite Starbucks Beverage: Raspberry white mocha

 

Jeff Wiedeman - Student Ministry

I have served in leadership for 3 years and am the MAT Elder for Youth Ministries. I have been active in student ministry, specifically club 56 on Wednesday night. I love being a part of the leadership team here at St. Matts. I get to interact with others, serve the people if this church and get involved with community activities.

Favorite Restaurant: Chinese or Thai
Favorite Vacation Destination: Europe
Favorite Starbucks Beverage: Americano with an extra shot.

 

Patrick Reimnitz - Hospitality

I have been part of St. Matthew’s since September 2021, have served as an elder since June 2022 and currently the MAT Elder for Hospitality. I believe in St. Matthew's vision, which is the mission Jesus has laid on us.

Favorite Restaurant: Chili's
Favorite Vacation Destination: Anywhere I can scuba dive
Favorite Starbucks Beverage: White Chocolate Mocha

 

Bill Broders - First Impressions/connect

I served for four years on the Church Council, ten years leading our Life Group and four years as an Elder. There was a need and I felt God was directing me use my gifts and help fulfill the need.

Favorite Restaurant: Macaroni Grill
Favorite Vacation Destination: Kauai
Favorite Starbucks Beverage: Don’t go to Starbucks