MEET THE STAFF
As a staff, we are committed to providing a safe and faith filled environment for each person while at Luther Crest Bible Camp. We live and breathe our mission "to inspire faith, stewardship and community in God’s great creation".
Please contact us with questions, comments or concerns and we will be happy to assist.
Your presence is requested! Come and be filled by God at Luther Crest Bible Camp. We would love to hear from you.
Please contact us with questions, comments or concerns and we will be happy to assist.
Your presence is requested! Come and be filled by God at Luther Crest Bible Camp. We would love to hear from you.
Maddie Elliott - Associate Director - EMAIL
Sierra Feiler - Food Service Manager - EMAIL
Jerry & Carolyn Fritsch - Interim Executive Directors - EMAIL
Jody Johnson - Development Director - EMAIL
Ted Lundholm - Program Associate - EMAIL
Ashley Procanyn - Program Director - EMAIL
Renae Rush - Registrar/Office Manager - EMAIL
Mason Stukey - Program Associate - EMAIL
Jena Vander Broek- Creative Media Director BTF - EMAIL
Sierra Feiler - Food Service Manager - EMAIL
Jerry & Carolyn Fritsch - Interim Executive Directors - EMAIL
Jody Johnson - Development Director - EMAIL
Ted Lundholm - Program Associate - EMAIL
Ashley Procanyn - Program Director - EMAIL
Renae Rush - Registrar/Office Manager - EMAIL
Mason Stukey - Program Associate - EMAIL
Jena Vander Broek- Creative Media Director BTF - EMAIL
MADDIE ELLIOTT NAMED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The Luther Crest Board of Directors announced today that they have promoted Maddie Elliott to be its new Executive Director. The promotion comes after Dave Holtz, long-standing Executive Director, finished a 15-year call and interim Executive Directors Jerry & Caroline Fritsch served a six-month call to fill the gap. Elliott will officially begin her role as the new Executive Director March 1, 2023.
The Luther Crest Board of Directors is confident and proud of where this leaves Luther Crest. “What an exciting time for our organization,” says Greg Tvrdik, Board President. “Maddie is exactly the right person to lead this vital ministry into the future. She brings significant experience in every facet of camping and retreat operations including many years on Luther Crest’s year-round team. Most importantly, Maddie has a passionate heart and a compelling vision for the ministry of Luther Crest, centered around the sacredness and significance that people experience at its sites and in its programs. It’s an honor to make this announcement.”
Elliott says, "I'm thrilled to be invited to lead this outstanding organization as we impact the lives of so many people - campers, retreat guests, volunteers, donors and employees. Throughout my time at Luther Crest, it has been an honor to engage with and learn the stories of this ministry. I look forward to witnessing the inspiring ways that God will continue to move the ministry of Luther Crest forward. I'm so thankful to the Board of Directors for their confidence in me and for the staff I get to serve with every day. I was nine years old the first time I came to Luther Crest. It was a jumping off point for my faith and leadership! I am humbled to have the opportunity to lead a ministry that has made such a difference in my faith and life.”
Elliott has served year-round at Luther Crest since 2015 - first as the Program Director, then the Associate Director. She brings a wealth of experience in leadership, ministry, and program development. In addition to her experience, she has also just completed a Master of Divinity degree from Luther Seminary. Elliott and her husband, Luke, live in Alexandria, MN with their two sons, Soren and Pax.
The Luther Crest Board of Directors is confident and proud of where this leaves Luther Crest. “What an exciting time for our organization,” says Greg Tvrdik, Board President. “Maddie is exactly the right person to lead this vital ministry into the future. She brings significant experience in every facet of camping and retreat operations including many years on Luther Crest’s year-round team. Most importantly, Maddie has a passionate heart and a compelling vision for the ministry of Luther Crest, centered around the sacredness and significance that people experience at its sites and in its programs. It’s an honor to make this announcement.”
Elliott says, "I'm thrilled to be invited to lead this outstanding organization as we impact the lives of so many people - campers, retreat guests, volunteers, donors and employees. Throughout my time at Luther Crest, it has been an honor to engage with and learn the stories of this ministry. I look forward to witnessing the inspiring ways that God will continue to move the ministry of Luther Crest forward. I'm so thankful to the Board of Directors for their confidence in me and for the staff I get to serve with every day. I was nine years old the first time I came to Luther Crest. It was a jumping off point for my faith and leadership! I am humbled to have the opportunity to lead a ministry that has made such a difference in my faith and life.”
Elliott has served year-round at Luther Crest since 2015 - first as the Program Director, then the Associate Director. She brings a wealth of experience in leadership, ministry, and program development. In addition to her experience, she has also just completed a Master of Divinity degree from Luther Seminary. Elliott and her husband, Luke, live in Alexandria, MN with their two sons, Soren and Pax.