Synod Approved Minister
Church Council President
Church Council President
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.
Church Council President
Church Council President
Church Council President
Rick Arnold was raised on a ranch in Absarokee, Montana. He attended Sunday School and was confirmed in his youth. Rick is a Montana State University graduate and an avid Bobcat fan. He worked in banking for over 40 years.
Rick and his wife, Deb have been married for 45 years. They have two children, Andrew and Jess, and two grandchildren.
WELCA President
Church Council President
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.