Pastor Chris Accepts New Role

Pastor Chris Smith

Pastor Chris Smith, after careful discernment, has decided to accept a new role with the Minneapolis Area Synod. You can read more details in his letter of resignation.

Pastor Chris' last weekend at SOTV will be August 22-24, 2015. He will preach at all hours, and be wished farewell and Godspeed at the end of his call. Everyone is invited to greet Chris in between services, and thank him for his ministry.


A New Senior Pastor

The Call Committee has been redirected in their search to call a new Senior Pastor. They are looking for your participation in nominating any qualified candidates. Please download and complete the Candidate Nomination form and submit your nomination to call@sotv.org or the Welcome Center. Thank you for your participation! Copies of the form are also available at the Welcome Center and church entrances.


In the Meantime...

Pastors Randy Brandt and Duane Paetznick will share the role of interim senior pastor. The Saint Paul Area Synod is assisting us with an immediate search for interim pastoral support.


A reflection from Steve Mueller, former Council President:

“Change is the only constant in life. ‘We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.’ (Romans 8:28).”

We have a strong Vision and Mission, solid and faithful lay leaders on staff, council and leadership teams, and an amazing congregation with abundant talents and gifts given by God. We are excited to see what the future holds for SOTV.


Letter from Council

A letter was mailed on July 20, 2015 to all SOTV households containing Chris' letter of resignation and a letter from council containing some of the information mentioned above. If you did not receive it - and believe you should have - please e-mail your address to infochange@sotv.org.