Education Committee
The purpose of the Education Committee Team
To serve the needs of BLC by providing spiritual nourishment to all ages. Offering exceptional classes of instruction encourages kids, youth and adults to continue to attend classes.
The service of the Education Committee Team:
Education Coordinator – Jon Schapekahm 262-549-0940
Oversee the committee of faithful servants of the Lord striving to provide excellent education outlets at Brookfield Lutheran Church. Also attends Board of Directors Meetings.
LIJ Kids – Laura Gaskell 262-790-9685
Connect children to Life in Jesus by providing Christian education for kids: Assist teachers prepare a hands on lesson each week and share the love of Jesus with children ages 2 through grade 4; LIJ KIDS is held on Sunday mornings 9–10:15 AM throughout school year.
Life in Jesus Youth – Tim Edwards 414-238-9220
lij@tdedwards.com
Educate youth on the 4 tenets of Life in Jesus in the contexts of Church, Family and Individual relationships centered in Christ: Life in the Word (Grades 5 & 6); Life in Service (Grades 7 & 8); Life in the Cross (Grades 9 & 10); and Life in Mission (Grades 11 & 12)
Life in Jesus Adult – Jon Schapekahm 262-549-0940
Educate adults on the 4 tenets of Life in Jesus in the contexts of Church, Family and Individual relationships centered in Christ: Life in the Word, Life in Service, Life in the Cross and Life in Mission.
Tuition Assistance and Scholarships - Marty Michna 262-446-4694
We love to encourage our families to send their children and youth to our Lutheran Schools. We also provide some financial assistance.
Library - Carole Holtz 262-524-9602 caroleholtz@aol.com
We have been blessed with a wonderful fully computerized check out Library. We have incredible ranges of resources for children through adults.
Staff Leader - Mary Lightbody 262-783-4270 mlightbody@goblc.org
Mary is the Director of Education Ministries. She ensures that this board has a solid connection to the Church Staff, Board of Directors, etc...
Other committee's service includes Kids Connection, Family Ministry and Vacation Bible School.