RED HILL LUTHERAN CHURCH - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Director of Children 's Ministry, Ext. 103
Beth was born and raised in a small farming community in Illinois; but has lived in Southern California since 1990. Beth has been active in various church ministries her entire life, including Music Ministry, Contemporary Worship, Small Group Ministry, Women's Ministry, Cursillo and Children's Ministry. Prior to coming to Red Hill, Beth served as the Children's Ministry Assistant at Mount of Olives Lutheran Church in Mission Viejo. Beth is married to Bill and they have two adult children. Contact Beth at beths@redhillchurch.org
In 2017 Mr. Crooker and his wife Johanna decided to move their son Brandon out of public school and into a private, Christ-centered school. Red Hill Lutheran Church and School was near their house in North Tustin and seemed like a natural fit. Shortly thereafter, they became members of the church and have never looked back. Now Red Hill is their home and the place where they come to fellowship, recharge their spiritual batteries, and spend time with some of the most wonderful people they have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Mr. Crooker previously served as Vice President of the Board of Directors and Director-at-Large
Mr. Scott has been a member of Red Hill Lutheran Church for over 25 years. During this time, he has supported Red Hill as a member of the Stewardship Committee (currently as Chairman) and the Fund-Raising Committee. Mr. Scott continues to be very active in Bible studies, Mexico house- building, and Lutheran spiritual retreats. He has been a corporate banker for 42 years. Mr. Scott's wife Sonja, is also a member of the RHL School Board. They have been married for 42 years and have two adult daughters, Nicole and Heather.
Job Titles:
- Church and School Administrator, Ext. 107
Cyndi Tully was born in Southern CA but grew up in Visalia CA. After getting her B.A. in Music and English from Concordia University, Irvine, she moved to the San Francisco Bay Area and managed Christian Bookstores and directed Handbells at churches. Cyndi moved back to Southern California to be close to six of her Godchildren. She has been attending Red Hill for over nine years.
Job Titles:
- Secretary
- Editor of the Vine, Red Hill
- Member of Red Hill
Donna has been a member of Red Hill Lutheran Church for over 24 years. Donna is the editor of The Vine, Red Hill's quarterly journal. Previously, Donna served on the RHLC Public Relations Committee and was subsequently appointed Chairman of the Public Relations Committee and a member of the Church Council. She has also been a Communion server and an usher. Donna graduated from California State University, Fullerton, with a B.A. in Communications. Contact Donna at dkunz@redhillchurch.
Mrs. Wiksell has been a member of Red Hill for over 40 years. Both of her daughters attended Red Hill Lutheran School as have all four of her grandchildren.
Mrs. Wiksell previously served several terms as the Board of Directors Secretary, and has also served on the Youth Board, Altar Guild, as a Stephen's Minister and as a wedding coordinator for RHLC, where both of her daughters were married. Mrs. Wiksell has been married to Ron for 49 years and works in his law office.
Job Titles:
- Organist & Resident Keyboardist
Dr. Brown earned a B.A. in Music Education at Whittier College, a M.M in Organ Performance from USC, a M.A in Educational Administration from the University of San Francisco, and a D.M.A. from USC.
Dr. Brown retired after 38 years of teaching in the public schools of California, and has expanded her work here at Red Hill from Organist to also directing the Jubilee Bell Choir and the Children's Choir. Contact Dr. Brown at lindabrown@redhillchurch.org
Dr. Paul Marquardt has worked in education for over 28 years, having served as an elementary school teacher and principal, as well as a college professor and assistant dean at Concordia University, Irvine. Dr. Marquardt has a Master of Arts Degree in Educational Administration and a doctorate in Organizational Leadership. He enjoys working with students, parents, and faculty to bring education and learning to life. Dr. Marquardt is married and has two children and one grandchild.
Isaiah's musical gifts are vast, and his incredible talents are shared every week as he leads the Praise Band during Sunday morning's Contemporary Worship Service and on Wednesday mornings, throughout the school year, at the 8:45am School Chapel service. Isaiah, a gifted song writer, was signed to a record label and has toured the United States, Canada, Japan and the Philippines. He has also been featured on several local radio stations. Isaiah has four children and is married to Andrea. Contact Isaiah at icoughran@redhillchurch.org
Marty, as many people know him, has a thriving career as a professional singer in genres ranging from opera to classical concert. He has received wide acclaim in numerous Operatic roles and has appeared as a soloist with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, the Pacific Symphony Orchestra, the Boston Pops Esplanade! Orchestra, the Pacific Chorale, the Long Beach Symphony, and many others. He attended California State University, Fullerton, graduating with a B.A. in Music Education, and he was a member of Opera Pacific's O.P.E.R.A. resident artist program. Contact Marty at mschaefer@redhillchurch.org.
A native of Orange County, Jason received his degree in choral conducting at Chapman University, and a Master of Arts degree in Worship Leadership at Azusa Pacific University. Jason is highly sought after as a clinician and Honor Choir director in Southern California. He directs the Chancel choir, Special Music, and classical music concerts. Jason and his wife Mindy have six children and are happy to call Red Hill Lutheran their church home. Contact Jason at jharney@redhillchurch.org
Job Titles:
- Director - at - Large
- Member of Red Hill
Mrs. Colon has been a member of Red Hill since 2008. She has participated in and led multiple women's Bible studies, served as greeter, on Altar Guild, and as a Prayer Partner. She has been a Physician Assistant for 23 years in Family Medicine and Urgent Care at a military boarding school and Kaiser Permanente. Mrs. Colon and her husband Mark, a CHOC pediatrician, who has also served on several Red Hill boards and committees, have two children, both of whom attended Red Hill Lutheran school.
Job Titles:
- Director - at - LaRge
- Member of Red Hill
Mrs. Sprosty has been a member of Red Hill for 16 years. She currently volunteers as a lay reader during the 10:00am worship service, and has served on the outreach committee and with the OC Rescue Mission. Mrs. Sprosty, and husband Jeff, have two adult sons. For the past 15 years, Mrs. Sprosty has led sales teams in the beauty industry.
Job Titles:
- Director - at - Large
- Member of Red Hill
Mrs. Caballero became a member of Red Hill over 20 years ago. She is a member of the Outreach Board and has represented Red Hill at Ronald McDonald House in Orange, She is also a Sunday morning greeter and has previously served on Red Hill's Altar Guild. Together with her sister, Ann, she is currently co-leader of Rebekah Circle.
Mrs. Rogers is a wife (married to Chuck) and mother of three girls. She grew up in Anaheim, and attended Zion Lutheran Church and School and Orange Lutheran High School. Mrs. Rogers has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Chapman University. She has worked with the Orange County Superior Court Juvenile Division since 2005. Her greatest reward in this vocation is being a part of something designed to help children and families be at their best. Mr. Rogers is honored to be a part of the Red Hill Lutheran Church and School community, and previously served as Secretary for the Board of Directors.
Lis and her family became members of Red Hill in 1995 through Red Hill Lutheran School. Lis enjoys her volunteer activities - Assistance League of Santa Ana and the Tustin Community Foundation Partners in Parks program. Lis and her husband Gary have two grown children. Lis joined the Red Hill staff in 2001. Contact Lis at lfortner@redhillschool.org
Mr. Clement, his wife Terri and their two children, Nick and Erin have been members of Red Hill since 2000. As Treasurer, Mr. Clement is responsible for keeping accurate records of receipts and disbursements. Mr. Clement is a graduate of Long Beach State University.
Pastor Seth has been ordained since 1998. Prior to being called as Senior Pastor of Red Hill Lutheran Church in 2010, Pastor Seth served as Associate Pastor at Red Hill for over 10 years. Pastor Seth has a Bachelor's degree from California State University, Fullerton and received his Master of Divinity from Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary in Berkeley, California. He received his Doctorate from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California. Pastor Seth is married to Julie and has three children and three grandchildren. Contact Pastor Seth at sbritton@redhillchurch.org.