Test everything; hold fast to what is good. (1 Thessalonians 5:21)
About Us
Our Congregation
Welcome to Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kelowna, British Columbia!
Come and get acquainted with our congregation.
Willkommen in der evangelisch-lutherischen Christus Kirche in Kelowna,
British Columbia!
Wir laden Sie ein, unsere Gemeinde kennenzulernen.
Our Council
Our Council is a dedicated team of leaders.
They look ahead and set goals, oversee the worship life of the congregation, finances, and the maintenance of the church building, provide support for the staff, and the pastor, plan social events, and so much more.
We have fun, too! Besides monthly business meetings the council comes together for retreats twice a year (or more!).
Our Staff
Gladys Klonteig
Gladys Klonteig
Gladys Klonteig
Gladys accompanies the congregational singing for the English services, as well as the Worship Chorale, and covers a wide range of musical styles.
She is passionate about playing the organ.
Gladys generously shares her gift of music with the congregation, and recently celebrated her 50th Anniversary as CELC's musician!
Esther Goertz
Gladys Klonteig
Gladys Klonteig
Esther is a gifted musician who has provided piano and organ music for CELC for ten years. She mainly plays for the German services and occasionally the English services as well.
Esther has an extensive history of teaching piano and accompanying choirs and other musicians.
Susan Skinner
Gladys Klonteig
Susan Skinner
Sue is committed to serving our congregation and community as choir director.
Her love of music is reflected in her work with several choirs.
Lynette Stebner, Office Admin
Lynette Stebner, Office Admin
Lynette Stebner, Office Admin
Lynette is the friendly person to meet at the church office. She has served the congregation since 2005. "I enjoy being a helpful and integral part of the church office and community!"
In her other life Lynette can be found painting in her home studio or en plein air, photographing nature, or enjoying camping, kayaking, gardening, and walks with her husband and their parti-poodle Yogi.
Rev. Barbara Groote
Lynette Stebner, Office Admin
Lynette Stebner, Office Admin
Pastor Barbara has joined the ministry of the people CELC in 2022.
She has a passion for community - exploring where God is calling the church,
and anything to do with worship.
When not living her best pastor life, she enjoys long walks with her dog Terra, discovering Kelowna's fruteria culture, and experimenting with photography.
Terra, the Church Dog
Lynette Stebner, Office Admin
Terra, the Church Dog
Terra is an integral part in the life of our community. She is the friendly greeter to those who come, and a great listener with broad shoulders. She makes sure everybody is comfortable.
