Meet our Pastors

Pastor Mark H. Larson
Senior Pastor

Pastor Mark started his service as Senior Pastor at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in December of 2004. He is most passionate about guiding Bethlehem towards fulfilling its vision of being a community of disciples, not just members.  Central to his vision is that each one of us is blessed with unique gifts, skills, and experiences that we’re called to nurture to their fullest and invited to share with each other.  Pastor Mark truly believes that our personal service to Jesus Christ grows most fully when we walk in faith together. 

In his Welcome Letter and Welcome Video, Pastor Mark shares his passion for welcoming people into our Bethlehem community. Click here to learn more about Pastor Mark's background on his biography.

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Pastor Richard F. Zawistoski

Interim Associate Pastor

 

Pastor Rich has served congregations, campus ministries, synodical, and churchwide offices.  The operative word you will often hear from Pastor Rich is "grace".  He encourages all people to see, experience, grow, and bask in the marvelous grace of God through Jesus Christ.  He enjoys wrestling with the tough questions of faith that lead to a deeper understanding of God's work in the world today.

For fun and health Pastor Rich is an avid bicyclist and racquetball player who also enjoys hammer dulcimer and aviation.

"I am pleased and honored to be with you in this time of transition".