Zion_Banner_ChristsWay

Zion’s Ministry Expansion Campaign

2026 ushered in the start of our Christ’s Way: Continuing in Faith campaign, which is a follow-up to the Christ’s Way campaign which started in 2023 and raised funds through 2025. Zion was blessed with an extremely successful first three years! 99.8% of pledged commitments were received, totaling $1,579,903.87! In addition to the pledged amount, an additional $196,162.42 was received through non-pledged donations and special events. Total giving toward the ministry expansion came to $1,776,066.29! What a blessing this is for future generations of Zion Lutheran Church, School and Preschool! Thank you for your support!

Please follow the campaign on social media!

“I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.” John 14:6

Campaign Directors

The following people serve as leaders of the Christ’s Way Capital Campaign. If you are interested in helping with the campaign, or have questions, please contact the Campaign Coordinator.

Don Valenti, , 262-758-0909
Bill Aker, , 605-209-4753

Campaign Manager
Claire Schmidt,   605-430-0433

Communications Manager
Lynette Epp, , 605-786-3178

Prayer Coordinator
Ken Anderson, , 605-545-4435

Connection Coordinator
Sarah Sawatzky,   

Visitation Leader
Misty Fuller, 

Children’s Leader
Tiffany Warnke, , 210-834-3665

Youth Leader
Kasey Kirschenmann, , 605-545-1776

School Leader
Becki Aker , 605-430-7967

Community/Alumni Leader
Kelli Muck,  

Hospitality Coordinator
Laure Anderson,  

Forums/Launch Leaders
Bob and Marilyn Herz,   –  
Ann Woidtke 

Leadership Commitment Event Leader
Jessica Ulmer,   –  402-517-1021 

Commitment Celebration Leader
Lindsay Reule – 

Fulfillment Coordinator
Kevin Aker, , 605-484-7334

Financial Recorder
Camron Ottenbacher  

New Member Leader
Gary and Anita Muelling, 


Campaign Booklet

FAQ – October 2025