SERVICE - Key Persons


B.A. Early

Job Titles:
  • Childhood Education Concordia University Mequon, WI
Interests: Spending time outdoors with my family and enjoying my children's soccer games.

Beth Keiser

Job Titles:
  • Administrative Assistant

Carol Mahnken

Job Titles:
  • Music Secretary

Carolyn Cook

Job Titles:
  • Bookkeeper

Chris Schikore

Job Titles:
  • Publications Coordinator

Dr. Rachel Hahn

Job Titles:
  • Music Education
Rachel Hahn, PhD, NCTM has served as Associate Director of Music Education and Worship at Immanuel St. Charles since 2019. She earned her PhD in Music Education from the University of Missouri (2019), Master of Music from Southern Methodist University (2016) and Bachelor of Music from Vanderbilt University (2014). Dr. Hahn teaches various music classes… Read More » Rachel Hahn, PhD, NCTM has served as Associate Director of Music Education and Worship at Immanuel St. Charles since 2019. She earned her PhD in Music Education from the University of Missouri (2019), Master of Music from Southern Methodist University (2016) and Bachelor of Music from Vanderbilt University (2014). Dr. Hahn teaches various music classes for grades K-8 at Immanuel, including handbells, band, choir, and general music. She also accompanies the adult choir. Dr. Hahn is married to Brian, and they enjoy running and playing basketball in their spare time. An active teacher, researcher, and performer, Dr. Hahn's interests include music curriculum, group piano, classroom technology, and community outreach. Her work has been published in American Music Teacher, Clavier Companion, Piano Pedagogy Forum, and Missouri Journal of Research in Music Education.

Erik Burgdorf

Job Titles:
  • Business Manager

Jolene Siebarth

Job Titles:
  • DCE - Director of Youth Ministries

Jon Bartels

Job Titles:
  • Vicar

Kim Babbitt

Job Titles:
  • Engagement Coordinator

Konnie Ohmes

Job Titles:
  • Receptionist

Maggie Warner

Job Titles:
  • Director of Children 's Ministry

Marty Heinbokel

Job Titles:
  • Membership Secretary

MAT Early

Job Titles:
  • Childhood Education Missouri Baptist University, St. Louis, MO
Interests: My interests include spending time with family, scrapbooking, morel mushroom hunting, and watching Washington Capitals Hockey. Go Caps!

Mr. Andrew Schempf

Job Titles:
  • Music Director
  • Director of Music and Worship

Mr. Bob Dubberke

Job Titles:
  • Athletic Director

Mr. Grant McSwain

Experience: 2016-Present: Teacher, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2013-2016: Principal, Our Redeemer, Overland, MO 2005-2016: Teacher, Our Redeemer, Overland, MO 2002-2005: Teacher, St. Mark, Flint, MI Degree(s): MA Education - Lindenwood University, St. Charles, MO BA Education - Concordia University, Ann Arbor, MI Interests: Family, watching movies, listening to good music, volleyball, making breakfast… Read More »

Mr. Jacob Mooney

Job Titles:
  • Technology

Mr. Scott Huster

Job Titles:
  • Principal

Mrs. Allyson Bohlmann

Job Titles:
  • 3rd Grade Teacher

Mrs. Christine Nixon

Experience: 2008-present: Classroom Teacher, Immanuel Lutheran, St. Charles, MO 1999-2008: Seventh Grade Religion & K-8 Art Teacher, Christ Lutheran, Little Rock, AR 1995-1999: Fifth Grade Teacher, 5th-8th Grade Art, East Bethlehem Lutheran, Detroit, MI 1994-1995: Kindergarten Teacher, First Lutheran School, Los Angeles, CA Degree(s): BS Elementary Education Concordia University Seward, NE MA Art University of… Read More »

Mrs. Darlene Rockenbach

Job Titles:
  • Kindergarten Teacher
Experience: I have 20 years of teaching and administration experiences in early childhood. Most of my time has been in Nebraska. A few years in Missouri and South Dakota. (My husband is a LCMS pastor and we made several moves.) Degree(s): B.S. in Elementary and Early Childhood and a Lutheran Teacher's Diploma, Concordia, Seward. Master's… Read More »

Mrs. Denise Ferber

Experience: 1983 - 1986, 1993 - present Grade 1, Immanuel Lutheran School, Saint Charles, MO 1980 - 1983 Grade 2, Grace Chapel Lutheran School, Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO Degree(s): BA Elementary Education with a concentration in early childhood and P.E., Concordia College River Forest, IL MA Education Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Interests: I enjoy reading,… Read More »

Mrs. Elissa Beaver

Job Titles:
  • Early Childhood Director
Experience: 2020 - present Early Childhood Director at Immanuel Lutheran, St. Charles 2000 - 2020 Preschool teacher at Immanuel Lutheran, St. Charles 1999 - 2000 Lead teacher in toddler classroom Degree(s): B.A. Early Childhood Education Concordia University Mequon, WI Interests: Spending time outdoors with my family and enjoying my children's soccer games. Philosophy: As Early… Read More »

Mrs. Elizabeth Cipriano

Job Titles:
  • Strings Instructor
Experience: 2000 - Present Strings Teacher, Immanuel Lutheran School, Saint Charles, MO Lutheran High School, Saint Charles, MO Child of God Lutheran School, St. Peters, MO 1982 - 1999 Nottinghamshire Instrumental Teaching Service, Nottingham, England Degree(s): B.Ed with Honours University of London, London, England Teaching Diploma Middlesex University, London, England Violin Performance Diploma Royal Schools… Read More »

Mrs. Elizabeth Harbers

Experience: 2014 - Present Teacher, Preschool 4, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2013 - 2014 Teacher, First and Second Grade, Immanuel Lutheran School, Jefferson City, MO Degree(s): BS Elementary Education and emphasis in Early Childhood Education, Concordia University, Seward, NE Interests: I enjoy singing in the adult choir, photography, visiting friends, attending Cardinal baseball… Read More »

Mrs. Janelle Hendricks

Experience: 2011 - Present Teacher, Preschool 2, Immanuel Lutheran School, Saint Charles, MO Teacher, Second Grade, Zion Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO Degree(s): B.S. Elementary Education and minor in Vocal Music, Concordia University, Seward, NE Masters in Early Childhood 2020 from Concordia University, Seward, NE Interests: I enjoy disappearing into a book, taking pictures, and… Read More »

Mrs. Jennifer Douglas

Job Titles:
  • School Receptionist

Mrs. Jessica Sandfort

Experience: 2008-2013 Clinical Dietitian at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University in St. Louis, MO 2013-2017 Grade 4 teacher, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2017-2019 Stay-at-home mom and researcher education models 2019-present Inspire Program Guide, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO Degree(s): B.S. in Human Environmental Sciences, majoring in Food, Human Nutrition & Hospitality with… Read More »

Mrs. Jody Baumann

Job Titles:
  • Counselor

Mrs. Juliana Burgell

Job Titles:
  • 2nd Grade Teacher

Mrs. Kaitlyn McColloch

Job Titles:
  • School Receptionist

Mrs. Karen Mecker

Experience: Preschool 4 Teacher Kindergarten Teacher Immanuel Lutheran School - Preschool 3 & 4 Aide Immanuel Lutheran School - Second Grade Substitute Teacher, full year assignment St. Charles Cooperating Preschool at Trinity Episcopal Church - Lead Preschool Teacher Florissant Valley Community College - Childcare Specialist for Child Development Center Degree(s): BS Early Childhood Education Southeast… Read More »

Mrs. Kelley Malady

Job Titles:
  • Student Resource Teacher

Mrs. Kelly Ermeling

Experience: 11 yrs in public education, 6 years in preschool and daycare settings with all ages infant through pre-k 4 Degrees: Bachelors Degree in Liberal Studies & minor in Psychology from Maryville University, Early childhood through 6th grade Teaching Certificate from University of Northern Colorado, Masters of Science in Education and Library Media Specialist Certification… Read More »

Mrs. Laurel Mosher

Experience: 17 years experience teaching middle school mathematics 2013 - present: Classroom Teacher, Immanuel Lutheran, St. Charles, MO 2004 - 2013: Parent Educator, PAT, St. Charles City School District, St. Charles, MO 1994 - 1998: Grade 8, Pre-Algebra and Algebra, Ladue School District, St. Louis, MO 1989 - 1994: Grade 8, Pre-Algebra and Algebra, Wentzville School… Read More »

Mrs. Leslie Breite

Experience: 2012 - Present: Teacher, Preschool 2, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2011 - 2012: Instructional Aide, Preschool 2 and 3, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2002 - 2011: Stay at Home Mom Degree(s): B.S. Biology Pfeiffer University Misenheimer, NC MAT Early Childhood Education Missouri Baptist University, St. Louis, MO Interests: My interests… Read More »

Mrs. Linda Borchers

Job Titles:
  • Administrative Assistant

Mrs. Megan Deines

Job Titles:
  • Kindergarten Teacher
Experience: 2020 - present Kindergarten Teacher 2009 - 2020 Preschool 3 Teacher 2006 - 2009 Preschool Teacher Aide, Immanuel Lutheran School St. Charles 1998 - 2006 Stay at Home Mom (Invaluable Experience!) Interests: I enjoy spending my time out of the classroom running the streets of St. Charles and spending time with my family. I… Read More »

Mrs. Michelle Brand

Experience: 2020 - present, Grade 3, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2015 - 2020, Grade 2, Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO 2011 - 2015, Grade 2, Immanuel Lutheran School, Wentzville, MO 2007 - 2011, Grade 4, Immanuel Lutheran School, Wentzville, MO Degree(s): BS Elementary Education, Concordia University, Mequon, WI MA Education, Literacy/Reading Specialist,… Read More »

Mrs. Page Jackson

Job Titles:
  • Technology Coach and STEAM Coordinator
Experience: 2018 - Present Technology Coach and STEAM Coordinator at Immanuel Lutheran School School librarian 2014 - 2018 Substitute teacher 2016 - 2018 TA Washington University 2005 - 2007 2 Years as a St. Louis Science Center Camp counselor 3 Years Magic House EducatorDegree(s): MSA Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 2008 BS in Psychology Washington University in… Read More »

Mrs. Sara Scheller

Experience: 2020 - present 2nd grade at Immanuel, St. Charles 2017 - 2020 - K-1 Reading Specialist and Kindergarten Teacher at St. John's Lutheran, Bakersfield, CA 2013 - 2017 - 1st Grade Teacher at Immanuel St. Charles 2007 - 2013 - 1st Grade Teacher at Grace Lutheran Chapel, St. Louis 2005 - 2007 - Kindergarten… Read More »

Mrs. Sarah Grizzle

Experience: 2020 - Present - Grade 5, Immanuel Lutheran School, St Charles, MO 2010 - 2020 - Middle School Math & Science Teacher at Child of God Lutheran School in St Peters, MO Degrees: BS in K-12 Education - Concordia University in Seward, Nebraska BA in Exercise Science with a Coaching Endorsement- Concordia University in… Read More »

Mrs. Sheri Dubberke

Experience: This is my 30th year teaching in the classroom. The last 15 years I taught second grade at St. John in Ellisville, Missouri. I have experience teaching in grades first through third grade. When my own children were younger, I also had the opportunity to serve as the director of a Mother's Day Out program… Read More » Experience: This is my 30 th year teaching in the classroom. The last 15 years I taught second grade at St. John in Ellisville, Missouri. I have experience teaching in grades first through third grade. When my own children were younger, I also had the opportunity to serve as the director of a Mother's Day Out program at St. John in Ellisville. I taught in Texas, Illinois, and Missouri during my teaching career. I look forward to teaching first grade this year at Immanuel. Degree(s): I graduated from Concordia College in Seward, Nebraska with a bachelors in elementary education and just finished (October 3, 2021) my masters in reading through Northwest Missouri State. Interests: In my free time I love going for long walks with my husband and beagle Tucker. I love spending time outside and taking long drives in the country. Whenever I get the chance, I take time to see my three grown children. Ryan is an athletic director in Jeff City and will be married in November. Jordan is an assistant director of transfer students at Valparaiso University, and Payton my youngest is in college at Illinois College in Jacksonville, Illinois Philosophy of Teaching: I believe that each child is uniquely created and my job as an educator is to help each child learn the way that best meets their needs. Students need time to explore, research, and collaborate with their peers. They need to learn how to problem solve, care for one another, and work with others. Classroom Goals: I hope my students leaves my room knowing how much I care for them, how special he/she was created and how much Jesus loves them. I want my students to understand that God gives them a new day everyday to live for Him, to share His good news, and to learn more about His world.

Mrs. Sonya Timmerman

Job Titles:
  • Assistant Principal

Mrs. Susan Schmieding

Current Position: Teacher, Grade 8 Homeroom, Communication Arts (English, literature, writing, spelling), and French Experience: 2013-present Classroom Teacher, Communication Arts and French, Immanuel Lutheran, St. Charles, MO 2010-2013 French, Lutheran High School North, St. Louis, MO 1997-2010 Grade 6 and French, Baton Rouge Lutheran School, Baton Rouge, LA 1993-1995 English and French, Parkview Baptist School,… Read More »

Ms. Erin Deppe

Job Titles:
  • Kindergarten Teacher

Ms. Lynn Bayer

Experience: 1979 - present Lutheran School Teacher, Immanuel Lutheran School, Saint Charles, MO Degree(s): BS Education Valparaiso University Valparaiso, IN MA Middle School Math Webster University St. Louis, MO Interests: Family and outdoor activities Philosophy of Teaching: To facilitate learning in a Christ-centered classroom. Classroom Goals: The students will grow academically, in their care and… Read More »

Ms. Michelle Frerking

Experience: Student Teaching Internship at Concordia Preparatory School, Towson, Maryland 100+ Field Experience hours at various public and Lutheran schools, including Immanuel Lutheran School, Elmhurst, IL Degrees: Concordia University Chicago - BS in Middle Grades Education with certifications in Literacy, Science, and Lutheran Teaching (Theology). Graduated summa cum laude and as a member of the Honors… Read More »

Ms. Nancy Stotts

Experience: 1982-present Lutheran School Teacher, Immanuel Lutheran School, Saint Charles, MO 1979-1982 Lutheran School Teacher, Grace Chapel, St. Louis, MO 1976-1979 Lutheran School Teacher, Zion, Mt. Pulaski, IL Over the years I have also coached volleyball, cheerleading, track and basketball Degree(s): BS Education Concordia University River Forest, IL MA Education University of Missouri St. Louis,… Read More »

Ms. Paige Hallemeier

Experience: Student Teaching at Green Trails Elementary Maternity leave substitute at St. John Lutheran School Frequent substitute teacher at Child of God Lutheran School Degree: Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Missouri (Mizzou) Interests: Reading, watching movies, coaching sports, and hanging out with friends and family Philosophy of Teaching: A classroom… Read More »

Ms. Sarah Franklin

Experience: Teacher's assistant at Greenwood Laboratory School for 3 years Year-long student teaching internship at John Thomas School of Discovery in Nixa, MO. A substitute teacher for 3 years at Child of God and various schools in Nixa, MO Degrees: Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education Interests: Hanging out with my friends and family, watching TV… Read More »

Ms. Teresa Wapelhorst

Experience: St. Charles Presbyterian Early Childhood Developmental Center - 2 year old lead teacher - 7 years Christ the King Catholic School - Second Grade Teacher - Nashville, TN - 3 years St. Peter Catholic School - Second Grade Teacher/School Musical Director - 3 years, Learning Consultant 1 year Seton Regional Catholic School - Second Grade Teacher 3 years, Primary Music Teacher 1 year, First Grade Teacher 1 year, School Musical Director 1 year

Rev. Allen W. Schade

Job Titles:
  • Emeritus Pastor
Pastor Al Schade has been at Immanuel since 1990. He and his wife, Diane, served in Ontario, Canada for 17 years after graduation from seminary. They met at Concordia University Nebraska where both trained as teachers. They were married in 1969 and have three children and 7 grandchildren, plus 6 stepgrandchilren. At Immanuel, pastor served… Read More » Pastor Al Schade has been at Immanuel since 1990. He and his wife, Diane, served in Ontario, Canada for 17 years after graduation from seminary. They met at Concordia University Nebraska where both trained as teachers. They were married in 1969 and have three children and 7 grandchildren, plus 6 stepgrandchilren. At Immanuel, pastor served as associate pastor in evangelism and outreach, then administrative pastor and then associate pastor again. He is now retired but is involved in care ministries, such as hospital calling, Stephen Ministry, the Naomi Circle. He particularly loves teaching, participates when possible in choirs and Boar's Head Festival, and occasional opportunities. Pastor and Mrs. Schade both enjoy being a part of a wonderful school ministry, love books, and look forward to travel opportunities. Diane's confirmation verse, John 15:5, serves as a theme for the joy of ministry blessed and strengthened by our Savior: "I am the Vine, you are the branches; the same brings forth much fruit . . ."

Rev. Ryan Taylor

Job Titles:
  • Associate Pastor

Rev. Scott Schmieding

Job Titles:
  • Senior Pastor
  • Senior Pastor at Immanuel Lutheran Church and School
Rev. Scott Schmieding is Senior Pastor at Immanuel Lutheran Church and School in St. Charles, Missouri. Before arriving in St. Charles in March 2010, he served as Pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, from 1992-2010. He received his M.Div. (1991) and STM (1995) from Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. He… Read More » Rev. Scott Schmieding is Senior Pastor at Immanuel Lutheran Church and School in St. Charles, Missouri. Before arriving in St. Charles in March 2010, he served as Pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, from 1992-2010. He received his M.Div. (1991) and STM (1995) from Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. He graduated from Concordia University in Nebraska in 1987. Pastor Schmieding is married to Susie, and they are blessed with two children: Jenna and Paul. Pastor Schmieding was diagnosed with stage 3 tongue cancer in 1997. He underwent an 11 hour operation at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston to remove his tongue and to do an major oral reconstruction, followed by 5 weeks of head and neck radiation treatments and several months of intense speech therapy. At the time of his surgery, Doctors informed him that he would likely not ever preach again or be able to swallow. By God's mercy and grace he continues to speak and serve as a Pastor with a unique voice proclaiming Christs hope and Good News. Pastor Schmieding is the author of Fighting Cancer with Faith, a booklet encouraging people to include the faith factor and depend on Jesus in the fight against cancer.