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The history of Concordia St. Paul is written by the lives of our alumni, so big news or small, we want to hear it all! If you have landed a promotion, welcomed a new family member, or moved to a new city, let us know by submitting an alumni note. Help us fill our future publications with the incredible things our alumni are doing.

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  • Dale Weerts

    Class of 2003

    Dale Weerts, M.A. ’03 recently published his first coloring book along with several editions of his “Everyday Moments” guided journal. He’s also released multiple blank journals with varying cover designs.

    Dale Weerts

  • Linda Cross

    Class of 1997

    Linda Cross, B.A. ’97 has been married for 52 years. She has co-pastored alongside her husband for 40 years.

    Linda Cross

  • Christian Koch

    Class of 2022

    Christian Koch, B.A. ’22, currently utilizes his multiple degrees to oversee 26 mental health clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin.

    Christian Koch

  • Judy (Severance) Grotelueschen

    Class of 1963

    Judy (Severance) Grotelueschen, ’63 and her husband have been married for 60 years.

    Judy (Severance) Grotelueschen

  • Glenda (Younkin) Ehler

    Class of 1976

    Glenda (Younkin) Ehler, B.A. ’76. Glenda’s husband, Rod, passed away in July 2025.

  • Marsha (Heidrich) Hartwig

    Class of 1987

    Marsha (Heidrich) Hartwig, B.A. 87, along with husband Michael, welcomed their first grandson, Myles Carlton Hartwig, on July 4, 2026. He was baptized on August 9, 2026.

    Marsha (Heidrich) Hartwig

  • Michelle (Martinez) Lepper

    Class of 2025

    Michelle (Martinez) Lepper, M.A. ’25 and husband Beau welcomed their daughter, Mariela Lepper, on June 13, 2026.

    Michelle (Martinez) Lepper

  • JoAnn Gordon

    Class of 2005

    JoAnn Gordon, M.A. ’05 is the proud owner of Nani’s Sweets in Minneapolis.

    JoAnn Gordon

  • Clarence Jones

    Class of 1999 & 2002

    Clarence, B.A. ’99, M.A. ’02 and Debra Jones are celebrating 30 years of marriage.

  • Laurence Meyer

    Class of 1958 & 1960

    Laurence Meyer, H.S. ’58, J.C. ’60 noted his 60th anniversary of ordination. During his years of ministry, he served as pastor of St. Peter’s and Bethlehem Lutheran Churches, Waterville-Elysian, Minn.; Emanuel Lutheran Church and School, Hamburg, Minn., and Redeemer Lutheran Church, Richland, Wash., where he is currently Visitation Pastor. During the 23 years as pastor,…

  • Curtis King

    Class of 2025

    Curtis King, Ed.D ’25 has been named the head coach of the Indian Hills Community College cross-country and track and field programs.

    Curtis King

  • Bruce and Carol Casper

    Class of 1954 | 1955

    Bruce, H.S. ’52, J.C. ’54 and Carol (Schempf), J.C. ’55 Casper celebrated 69 years of marriage with Carol on June 22, 2026. Together, they are blessed with four children, nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.