BETHLEHEMCHURCHLIVE - Key Persons
Carla went to Montclair State University, and has a BS in Accounting. She currently works in Property Management and Accounting. Carla has been married for 28 years, and has been blessed with Two children .
Diane Berkoben Mitchell came to Bethlehem Lutheran in 2001 as the Minister of Music. She began his musical career in local clubs, the Sheraton chain and the Grand Ole Opry, with many steps in between. Her early training was a classical pianist. After an accident caused her to lose the full mobility of two fingers, God opened the door to singing and songwriting in the contemporary music field, as well as in teaching music. Diane studied music at Fairleigh Dickinson University and worked for several publishing companies and ad agencies in New York and Nashville as a writer, jinglist, studio musician and back-up vocalist. Diane has performed her original Christian music at testimonial concerts throughout the United States. Diane lives in Westwood with her husband, Russell, and sons Billy Ray and Jackson Lee and Angel, the Wonder Dog. Diane has many Bible verses she loves but the one that brings a smile to her face is Psalm 28:7 "The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and He helps me. My heart leaps for joy and with my song I praise Him."
Diane has several hymns of praise that melt her heart; they are "On Christ the Solid Rock I Stand", "Onward, Christian Soldiers" and "It is Well".
Job Titles:
- Director of Bethlehem Early Learning Center
- Director of the Bethlehem Early Learning Center
Karen Mabli, the Director of the Bethlehem Early Learning Center, feels blessed to have been a part of the Bethlehem Church community for over 20 years. Her daughter Grace was baptized at Bethlehem, both of her children were confirmed here, and Karen began teaching Sunday School as soon as her son James was old enough to attend. Karen became the Director at BELC in the fall of 2019, but prior to that she spent time at the school as a helper and substitute teacher. Once Karen started getting involved with the school, she knew that she wanted to help shape its future. The passion and commitment of the staff, plus Karen's own love for the students and families, are what keeps her coming back for more! It's not surprising that one of Karen's favorite Bible verses is "Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old, they will not turn from it." Proverbs 22:6
Linda Graduated from Champlain College with an Associates Degree, she is currently a Broker/Associate w it h Keller Williams Village Square Realty and has been married to Larry Schumann for 44 years and has been blessed with Three Children and Six Grand Children
24 Latino who has graduated from Montclair State University. Boxer, Gym-Rat, and Bookworm. " Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishments. " To never try is the ultimate fail in everything life throws at you, keep going.
Job Titles:
- Communications Coordinator
- Communications Coordinator at Bethlehem
As the Communications Coordinator at Bethlehem, Rebecca enjoys her work with the members of the congregation and being a part of their mission: "Connecting The Disconnected to A Christ-Centered Life." Her Favorite Bible Verse is: Proverbs 3:5-6 "Trust the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths smooth"
Susan graduated from Fashion Institute of Technology with an Associates Degree and currently works as a sales Manager at FSI - Junior Sportswear Wholesale Company. Susan as be en married to Michael for 26 f un filled years and has Three Terrific Kids - Ryan, Luke, and Kirstin .