Pastor Exchanges
Pastor Exchange in Nebraska

 

Pastor Exchanges
Pastor Exchange in Tanzania

Pastor Exchanges

The Nebraska Synod and Northern Diocese regularly host pastor exchanges. The next exchange is scheduled for 2009. These six-week exchanges allow participants (pastors and congregations) a tremendous opportunity to learn about each other’s culture and ministry. Moreover, the exchanges provide congregations a chance receive the gifts of someone who comes from another culture.

Participants have included:

  • 2006: Pastor Nate Houfek and Bethel Lutheran Church of Omaha with Pastor Michael Macha and Moshi Town Lutheran Parish.
  • 2006: Pastor Dwayne Hunzeker and First English Lutheran Church with Pastor Rachel Axwesso and Lyamungu Kati Lutheran Parish.
  • 2005: Pastor Terry Nielsen and Immanuel Lutheran Church of Bellevue with Pastor James Nkya and Karanga Lutheran Parish.
  • 2003: Pastor Don Wright and Lord of Love Lutheran Church of Omaha with Pastor Elisante Maimu and TPC Parish.
  • 2003: Pastor Jon Tallman and Peace Lutheran Church of Plymouth with Pr Rishiankira Munisi and Nkweseko Lutheran Parish.
  • 1999: Pastor David deFreese and First Lutheran Church of Kearney with Pastor Elirehema Silaa and Moshi Town Lutheran Parish
  • 1999: Pastor Martin Russell and Our Savior Lutheran Church of Wayne with Pastor Samweli Kiwelu and Kotela Lutheran Parish.

To learn more about participating in a future pastor exchange, please contact the Rev. Martin Russell in the Nebraska Synod office (402.896.5311).