Mission
All Saints Lutheran Church (ASLC)
Purpose Statement
All Saints Lutheran Church (ASLC), a vibrant Community of Christian Disciples, welcomes all who yearn to encounter God. Following the teachings and examples of Christ, we nurture all people while looking to see Jesus in each other. We celebrate God’s presence in our midst weekly through open communion and joyful worship. We encourage the building of relationships through ministries and small group activities. We are intentional about inspiring everyone to develop closer walks with our Lord through spiritual growth and deliberate stewardship of all gifts. We serve our multi-community region with Christian compassion and empathy. We offer prayer, healing and support to those in spiritual, emotional or physical need.
Vision Statement
We will work together as one congregation to further the work of the kingdom;
- By encouraging each individual to discover and use their God given material and spiritual gifts for the good of all
-By strengthening all small group ministries so that relationships within the congregation grow in love and service
-By renewing our commitment to love one another with cheerfulness, patience and joy
Church Council & Committees
2026 Leadership Team
Co-Presidents - Judy Peterson/Sue Stuef
Vice President - Jo Ellyn Bernardin
Secretary - LouAnne Audette
Treasurer - Linda DeGiorgio
Christian Education - Shannon Hammond
Congregational Life - Judy Kniaz/Margaret MacDonald
Evangelism - Bill Lane
Property - Richard Sommers
Social Concerns - Milissa Schmantowsky
Stewardship - Sonja Markwart
Worship & Music - Melanie Kahl
ELCA - Evangelical Lutheran Church of America
What we believe
All Saints Lutheran Church is part of the ELCA -SE Michigan Synod. Learn more at the ELCA website.
Interim Pastor Diane Sponheim
Pastor Diane has been serving at All Saints in a part time capacity since October, 2023. Her title changed to Interim Pastor upon the retirement of Sr Pastor Denise Russell in September of 2025. She will serve at All Saints until a new pastor is called.
Pastor Diane brings a wealth of experience to her role as Pastor. She has served congregations in Iowa and Minnesota, and she currently serves a part time call at St Matthew’s Lutheran in Bridgeport, MI. Over the years of her career, she has specialized in Youth and Family ministry, Pastoral Care, Social ministries to the community, and a partnership ministry with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Tanzania.
Pastor Diane has two adult sons and two large fluffy cats. In her spare time, she enjoys travel, and is an avid reader, knitter, hiker and singer.