Risen Christ Lutheran Church & School

Rev. Dr. Scott Sommerfeld is serving as our Transitional Interim Pastor through next year. Stay tuned for more details about Pastor Scott.

We are currently interviewing for an Office Manager. Contact Steve Rutledge our Business Manager at 937.323.3688 for additional information. Hours are flexible 9 AM to 12 Noon Monday through Friday

Mr. Parks was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education and a Master’s Degree in Church Music, both from Campbellsville University. His previous teaching experiences came from substitute teaching and working with high school bands in Kentucky, and teaching high school music in California. He has served with the 100th Army Band from Fort Knox, Kentucky for 12 years, playing clarinet, trombone and euphonium. He also serves on staff at FBC Vandalia as a facilities associate and volunteer in the preschool and music ministries. When not at work, Mr. Parks enjoys refereeing youth soccer games, playing chess

Becky graduated Wittenberg University with a degree in management. She has served in a variety of church capacities over the years. As Outreach Coordinator her skills greatly improved the church’s ability to attract new members. Her heart is in music and enjoys playing the viola during services. Becky’s career as a hotel general manager keeps her very busy. When able, she loves spending time with family and friends.

Sarah was born and raised in Petoskey Michigan and has lived in Cheyenne WY, Naples FL, Atlanta GA and Hickory NC. She attended different colleges studying business, banking and accounting. Sarah worked for SunTrust Bank (now Truist Bank) in their bookkeeping and controller's divisions. In 2016 she moved to Springfield to care for her mom.

Sandi grew up at Fifth Lutheran Church and has been a member at Risen Christ several years.  Married to Danny, they have seven children and many grandchildren.  She began her career with the Humane Society serving Clark County as a Shelter Manager, Dog Warden and Humane Agent. Sandi is the Chief Dog Warden and Director of the Clark County Dog Shelter over the last seven years of her 30 years in this profession.  As an avid animal lover Sandi has five dogs, a cat and pet birds.  She feels very much at home at Risen Christ and enjoys serving Christ.

Gene, a semi-retired farmer grew up in NE Ohio.  He met his wife Jo at Ohio State University and attended the University Lutheran Chapel.  They were married at Epiphany Lutheran Church, Pickerington  prior to moving to Jeffersonville Ohio in 2006 joining Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Washington CH.  Both Gene and Jo have been involved in various church programs during their career.  Coming to Risen Christ Lutheran in 2014 has provided additional opportunities to continue the Lords work.

Steve is the Business Manager for the congregation responsible for all secular affairs of the congregation including, but not limited to, financial, property, and personnel management.  With the assistance of the Treasurer, he ensures the financial integrity of the congregation.  Steve leads the preparation of the annual ministry budget and reports the final budget to the Board of Directors.  His duties also ensure that all church property is maintained in good order and repair.

Brenda is the leader of the Promotions Ministry Team. She grew up in Seymour, Wisconsin and is a lifelong Lutheran.

She's an optometrist in Beavercreek with over 30 years of experience in general optometry and vision therapy, and has dedicated her life to helping adults and children overcome their vision problems. Besides her private practice, Dr. Montecalvo has held leadership positions in several optometric organizations. She frequently lectures internationally to optometrists about neuro-optometric rehabilitation, optometric vision therapy, and therapeutic lens prescribing.

Dr. Montecalvo and her husband Anthony have 3 adult children and one granddaughter. She is active in many roles at Risen Christ.

Sara Hale has been a member of Risen Christ since 1996 when her daughter Kelly started attending our church preschool.  She has been involved in many positions over her tenure at Risen Christ.  Sara worked in nursing for 41 years.  She is currently involved with banquets at Pioneer Food Service at Cedarville University.  She is an accomplished baker achieving may accolades and frequently sharing her skills at Risen Christ.  Sara has two daughters: Kelly a librarian in Columbus, OH and Julie a curator at Vesterheim/Norwegian Museum in Decorah, Iowa.  Her passions are baking and cross stitching.

Johnny manages the Information Technology (IT) needs of the church. These duties include in-house computers and networks, e-mail, and the church & school websites.

He is the Director of the AV Booth, which he updated and redesigned in 2022, and added web streaming to YouTube and Facebook for live and archived sermons.

He is the Director of the RCLC Meals Program on Saturdays.

Member of the Promotions Team.

Mrs. Reid was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. She completed her Bachelor’s degree at Stephens College and postgraduate studies at St. Louis University and Concordia University. Mrs. Reid has been the Principal at Risen Christ since 2003. Prior to accepting the Principal position at Risen Christ, Mrs. Reid served as a classroom teacher with experience in grades Kindergarten through third. Mrs. Reid’s background also includes both a professional dance career and dance education. Upon retiring from the stage, Mrs. Reid opened a dance studio in St. Louis as owner and Artistic Director for ten years. Mrs. Reid continues to serve as a master instructor at dance studios in Cincinnati, Dayton and Columbus and currently has students performing in New York City, Chicago, Los Angeles and at Disney World. Mrs. Reid enjoys providing original choreography for the programs at Risen Christ as well as teaching tap and tumbling to the K-6th grade students during the Specials class period.

The governance of Risen Christ Lutheran School is through its School Board.  The Board guides, steers, directs, and supervises the overall operation of the School, developing the policies that give direction for the daily operation of the School.  The Board governs on behalf of the congregation of Risen Christ Lutheran Church, to which it is accountable.

Jim Brueggeman, chairperson, was born and raised in Akron, Ohio.  He holds degrees from Akron University and the University of Nebraska in civil engineering, environmental science, and administration.  Jim is a retired Army Corps of Engineers Colonel and was the Director of a public work in Cuyahoga, Dayton, and Franklin counties.  Throughout the years he has served the Lord through a variety of ways.  Jim attended a Lutheran School from grades kindergarten through grade eight and has a heart for Lutheran Education.

Mrs. Ackley grew up in Springfield, Ohio. Upon graduating from North High School she held positions in both industry and government including CRSI working with DD adults. Kathy has volunteered at Risen Christ School for over 14 years in a variety of jobs. As Director of Records she brings organizational as well as communication skills between parents and faculty. Kathy loves spending time with her husband, David of 22 years and her two sons Tyler 20 and Dylan 18 years old.