Our Team

Pr. Jim grew up in southern Indiana, received his undergraduate degree from University of Evansville, IN and his M.Div from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. He enjoys gardening, working in the woods behind his house,and spending lots of time with his grandchildren!

Robin is a native of NW Ohio and graduated from BGSU with a degree in elementary education. Over the years, she has worked in a variety of educational, church and social service organizations. Robin enjoys travel, Bible study, reading, the arts and spending time with her family. She and her husband Tim have three children and two grandsons.

Kevin has been the Organist at St. Mark’s since 1999 and Director of Music from 2002-2022. He earned his Master’s and Bachelor’s Degrees in Piano Performance from BGSU and the University of Evansville. He enjoys learning new things, spending time in nature, and sharing conversations with friends. “Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act.” (Psalm 37:5)

Mike graduated from Heidelberg University with an accounting degree. He and his wife, Amy, have a daughter, Madison. Mike's been a long time member of St. Mark's. Mike enjoys sporting events, working outside and traveling. Favorite Bible Verse, James 4:6 "God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble."

Cassie was born and raised in Toledo and graduated from BGSU with a degree in education. She's passionate about service and believes that service is a way of life. She's excited to begin this role at St. Mark’s and can’t wait to grow with us!

Graduated from Findlay College (University of Findlay) with an accounting degree. Currently self-employed managing Haskins Self Storage and Tight Lock Storage. Hobbies include working out, golf, boating and attending sporting events.

Christy worked for 20+ years with Montessori education in various settings from preschool to 9th grade. As the Academy Director and Lead teacher of St. Mark’s Lutheran Academy, she combines her many years of teaching and communication with her strong faith and love for Christ. Bringing her passion for teaching and her love for Christ into St. Mark’s Academy, Christy helps further St. Mark’s mission of reaching out, reaching in, and inspiring the children she teaches.

“I have learned in life that God is with us no matter what may come and that if we trust in Him, things tend to work out.”

Gretchen is a trained Early Childhood teacher, and is our Assistant Teacher. She leads the Kindergarten Readiness Program, and is a wonderful addition to our staff. She loves working with plants, flowers, and of course our amazing students.

Josh is a graduate of BGSU, holding a Bachelor of Music Education degree. He has been working with the Sunday School program since the fall of 2017, and the adult choir since the fall of 2022. Josh enjoys serving others, teaching music, and spreading the spirit of the Lord onto others. He is excited to see what the future holds, and to help the St Mark's music program grow and thrive.