Lower Susquehanna Synod
Staff
Connect with the synod staff, officers, and ministry leaders who support congregations, rostered ministers, and communities across the Lower Susquehanna Synod.
Serving Together in Ministry
Our synod staff and officers are here to support the ministry we share across Lower Susquehanna Synod. Use this page to connect with the right staff member for questions about congregational life, candidacy, communications, faith formation, administration, finance, spiritual wellness, and more.
Bishop
Bishop Stephen Herr
Bishop of The Lower Susquehanna Synod
Bishop Stephen Robert Herr was elected bishop of the Lower Susquehanna Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America on June 7, 2025. As bishop, Bishop Herr serves as pastor to the synod and works alongside congregations, rostered ministers, and lay leaders.
Officers
Jennifer R. Lau
Vice President of Synod, Chair of Synod Council and its Executive Committee
Executive Staff
The Rev. Beth Martini
Assistant to the Bishop
Contact for
Candidacy Mobility First Call Theological Education Boundary Training
Deacon Marsha Roscoe
Assistant to the Bishop
Contact for
Synod News Website & Media Communications Consultation Spiritual Wellness
Charles R. Roberts III
Assistant to the Bishop for Faith Formation and Youth Ministry
Contact for
Children Youth Young Adults Adults & Families Faith Formation
Administration Staff
Deborah Clark
Executive Assistant to Bishop Herr, the Synod Secretary, and Synod Council
Contact for
Bishop Support Synod Council Executive Committee Congregation Visit Planning
Kate Crowe-Bussiere
Administrative Office Assistant
Contact for
Administrative Office Support Congregation Mission Support
Denise Ferguson
Administrative Assistant, Treasurer’s Office
Contact for
Budget InquiriesOffice of the Treasurer
Kellen Michalowski
Communications & Technology Assistant
Contact for
Publicizing EventsCommunications SupportTechnology Support
Not sure who to contact?
Not sure where to begin? Contact the synod office and we will help direct your question to the right staff member. Whether you are looking for support, resources, scheduling help, or general information, we are glad to help you get connected.