Pastor Erik Jelinek

Length of service: I have been serving here at Our Savior's since December 2003 with my wife and co-pastor, Jennifer.

Favorite Bible passage: This is a tough one, since there are so many and different passages speak to me at different parts of my life. The one the has been speaking to me the most lately is John 3:8 - The wind (spirit) blows where it chooses. The Spirit leads us to places and people we never expect and does such wonderful things in our lives and in the lives of those around us.

About me: I was born in Bangkok, Thailand, and lived in a number of places before our family settled down in Billings, MT, where I spent most of my life. My mom still lives in Billings, my sister and her two children live in Florida, and my father passed away last summer. I am married to a wonderful woman who blesses me each and every day, I have a 3 year old daughter who opens my eyes to the excitement of life, and we are expecting our second child in September. This is the third parish I have served. My first was a two-point parish in Savage, MT. Then Pastor Jennifer and I served another two-point parish in Conrad, MT. I enjoy reading, biking, fishing, hiking, camping, and spending time with my family.

Pastor Jennifer Jelinek

Length of service: I have been serving at Our Savior's Lutheran church for four years, eight years in ordained ministry.

Favorite Bible passage: That's like asking a parent to choose a favorite child! Psalm 51 and John 4 are
two favorites.

About me: I grew up in Cedarburg, WI. I attended Valparaiso University and Luther Seminary, where Pastor Erik and I met. After ordination, Pastor Erik and I served a 2-point parish in Conrad, MT and were married. Together, we have a 3-year-old daughter Sierra, and a baby expected in September. Other than family activities, I enjoy playing tennis, singing, and writing.

Barb Lansbery
Administrative Assistant

Length of service: I have been Administrative Assistant at Our Savior's since February 1996. It has been a pleasure working with and for several pastors over these years. I enjoy the interaction with the many wonderful people of this congregation. I am a member of First Baptist of Beloit. My job keeps evolving and I enjoy the changes.

Favorite Bible passage: 1 Corinthians 13:13 And now faith, hope and love abide, these three; and the greatest of these is love.

About me: I am married and have five grown children. Threechildren live in Madison, Wisconsin, one inPlainfield, Illinois and one in Washington, D.C. Weare blessed with four grandchildren. Away from work Ienjoy kayaking, knitting, walking, yard work andcooking when there is time.

Chrissy Mason
Ministry Coordinator

Length of service: I have been at OSLC since September, 2007.
Favorite Bible passage: My favorite bible passage is Psalms 23:4. It mentions that I walk through the darkest valley, meaning that any challenges or problems I face are something I am passing through, and will overcome, with the Lord by my side.

About me: I have been married for 21 years and have two children; my daughter will be going to college this fall and my son will start high school this fall. We moved to the Beloit area 10 years ago from Northern Illlinois and we share a small farmette with my retired parents, raising chickens. My husband, Gregg, and I are avid NASCAR fans and we enjoy traveling to a few races a year.

Although my family did not attend church regularly when I was growing up, I’ve always had a strong faith in the Lord. My faith was strengthened when my son was born with a rare kidney disease. I knew then that the Lord had a plan for me in caring for my son and my role was to seek the Lord’s love and guidance through the trials and tribulations of taking care of a special needs child. I am thankful my journey has led me to OSLC as it allows me to continue to grow in my faith as well as spread the Word of the Gospel.

Cheryl Licary
Organist and Choir Director

Lenth of service: Since 1995.

Favorite Bible Passage: Ps. 28:7 The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped; therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song I will praise him.

About me: I was norn in Beloit and am a graduate of Luther College and UW Whitewater. I have two children: Chiara, 25, and Nunzio, 28. I recently retired after 33 years as choral director at Beloit Memorial High School.

Sandy Kazubowski
Housekeeper

Favorite Bible passage: Just trying to keep up with the ten commandments.

About me: I was born in northwestern Wisconsin. I married in 1960 and have two daughters, three granddaughters, one grandson, and one great grandson. My most recent previous job before Our Saviors was a cook in Minocqua, WI. After 21 yers in northern Wisconsin my husband and I came to Beloit and moved my mom in with us. I love to read, garden, cook, knit, go fishing go camping, and spend as much time as possible enjoying family and friends.