Our Staff at Shalom
Ken Greble
Pastor pastorken@shalomlife.org |
Pastor Ken started as the pastor on June 1st of 2020. He had a rewarding and successful business career that spanned over 30 years. He was called by Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church in Clarkston MI. and was ordained in June of 2018. He remains a member of the staff there while serving as the fulltime pastor for Shalom. He brings with him a deep sense of God's presence developed over the past 10 years as a trained spiritual director and graduate of Trinity Lutheran Seminary in Columbus Ohio. He should be able to integrate easily into the well developed programs and structure at Shalom, relying on the Holy Spirit's guidance and his business experiences. He is excited to work with a talented staff, excited leadership and spirit filled mission focused loving membership!
Ken is married to Diane Bareis Greble (a pastor as well) and lives with their family pet Frazier (a Gordon Setter) in Fowlerville, MI. They have two daughters living in Grand Rapids MI. Sara and Kaitlynn. He is excited to become a present and active member of the Pinckney community and surrounding areas. |
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Amy grew up in Vermontville, Michigan. She earned a degree in Elementary Education at Michigan State University and worked many years as an early childhood teacher and administrator. Amy felt called to serve in ministry and was certified in Youth and Family Ministry through Wartburg Theological Seminary in 2009. After several years of experience in Children, Youth, and Family ministry, Amy will begin seminary education at Luther Seminary as she continues her work at Shalom.
Amy loves art (both viewing and creating it), to travel, and to cook. After traveling to Palestine with youth in 2013, Amy has become an advocate for justice and peace in the Holy Land. She also serves as a leader at Bridge Builders each summer, teaching leadership skills and anti-racism awareness. Amy lives nearby in Brighton. |
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Tony serves a very important function overseeing the music, drama and tech ministries. Just ask the pastor! His official title is DIRECTOR OF CREATIVE ARTS AND WORSHIP, which means he’s in charge of (1) planning the music for each service, assigning musicians and preparing them to lead the congregation in worship; (2) coordinating the drama team which includes actors, writers, directors, and occasionally, animals—(although, to be honest, it can sometimes be difficult telling them apart); and finally, (3) assembling the finest computer and sound techs Shalom has to offer, guaranteeing that every worship service will run smoothly, free of glitches, audio feedback and computer malfunctions, —hey, we can dream, can’t we?
His job also allows him to indulge in my musical passions: playing keyboard (acoustic and electronic pianos and organ); singing (solos and ensembles); conducting (choirs and instrumental ensembles); and composing (piano, organ, choral, handbell and chamber music, many of which are published). Tony’s other interests include reading, studying WW II history, and recording. |
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James has grown up at Shalom Lutheran Church, and he has been an active leader of our Music Ministry. His role is to assist both our Director of Creative Arts & Worship and our Director of Family Life with programs that live into Shalom's Mission and Values.
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Meet Our Preschool Teachers!
Sandy Duperron
Head Preschool Teacher |
Chris Barclay
Head Preschool Teacher |