Staff
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Matt Johnson - Senior Pastor I came to Aldrich Church from Vancouver, BC where I completed my seminary training at Regent College. Though I'm originally from the state of Washington, my wife Sonja Soderlund is a true Canadian, so watch the Canuck jokes. I love good conversation, a strong cup of coffee, and anything that helps people (including myself) discover God's presence in the everyday aspects of life. In the midst of its many problems, I enjoy the diversity, energy, and potential of the city. I came to Aldrich Church because I believe that cities need vibrant urban faith communities. The two things I love the most about my job are preaching and the opportunity to help people use the gifts God has given them wherever they find themselves.
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Gail Haugen - Minister of Spiritual Formation I've been on staff at Aldrich since March 2003. My passion is to join people in their journey of faith and guide them into a deeper relationship with Christ. I grew up in Minneapolis and have spent most of my life here. I also lived in the Chicago area for about eight years. I'm married to Tom, and together we have four children; two adults and two teenagers. In 1997 I responded to God's call to enter church ministry, and in 2003 received a Master's degree in theology with a concentration in Ministry Leadership from Bethel Seminary in St. Paul, MN. In my spare time I love to visit local coffee shops, read, sail, buy kitchen gadgets that I seldom use, and spend time with my family. |
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Michael
von Gross - Director of Youth and Worship I began working at Aldrich in February of 2008 after completing my seminary training at Princeton Theological Seminary, where I met my beautiful wife Kimmy. I grew up in Prior Lake, MN, and am happy to be back in my home state. In addition to studying at Bethel and Princeton Seminary, I have also studied at Jerusalem University College in Israel, the Taize Community in France, and El Seminario Teológico Centroamericano in Guatemala. I have a passion for teaching theology, discipling young believers, leading worship, and pursuing intentional community. Kimmy and I live downtown Minneapolis.
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Kathryn
Green - Administrative Assistant My employment at Aldrich began in October of 2007. I live about 3 miles away from Aldrich, in South Minneapolis, with my husband Sheraton and our Boston terrier, Glenn. I am almost finished with graduate school at St. Mary’s, from where I’ll graduate in 2009 with a M.A. in Human Development. I also attend Christos Center (in Lino Lakes), where I am about halfway finished with a two-year spiritual director training program. Being alone energizes me, as does reading, absorbing live music, eating great food, traveling, and seeing people connect with God. |
