Synod Approved Minister
Synod Approved Minister
Synod Approved Minister
Steve Ward received his Bachelor's Degree in 1973 and served as an officer in the United States Navy for two years. He then worked as a State Farm Insurance Agent and Manager for 35 years.
In 2016, Steve attained his LPA status through Hope Lutheran Church in Bozeman. He served SVLC as a Lay Pastor Associate and was appointed Synod Autho
Steve Ward received his Bachelor's Degree in 1973 and served as an officer in the United States Navy for two years. He then worked as a State Farm Insurance Agent and Manager for 35 years.
In 2016, Steve attained his LPA status through Hope Lutheran Church in Bozeman. He served SVLC as a Lay Pastor Associate and was appointed Synod Authorized Minister (SAM) through Shepherd of the Valley in 2023.
Steve and his wife Beth have been married for 40 years. They have two children, a son and a daughter, and four grandchildren, two boys and two girls. Steve's hobbies include reading, hunting, fishing, boating, and archery. Steve is outgoing and sincere in his ministry.
Council President (TBD)
Synod Approved Minister
Synod Approved Minister
The Church is currently in the process of holding elections for the Council President. The new Council President will be announced following the election in January. Stay tuned for updates as we welcome our new leadership for the upcoming year.
WELCA President
Synod Approved Minister
WELCA President
Margie Urich is a retired medical assistant. She is married to Ken Urich, and they have two daughters and five grandchildren.
Margie has been a Shepherd of the Valley member for 40 years.
Her hobbies include walking her dog, quilting with the church ladies, attending Bible study, reading, and gardening.
Margie's beautiful smile lights u
Margie Urich is a retired medical assistant. She is married to Ken Urich, and they have two daughters and five grandchildren.
Margie has been a Shepherd of the Valley member for 40 years.
Her hobbies include walking her dog, quilting with the church ladies, attending Bible study, reading, and gardening.
Margie's beautiful smile lights up our congregation, and she is a warm-hearted gracious leader in our church.