Rev. Shelley Nelson-Bridger (she/her) is a life-long Lutheran who grew up in Minnesota, Washington State and Kentucky. In her 18 years of pastoral ministry, she’s served congregations and campus ministries near Savannah, GA, around Ohio, and most recently Cleveland, OH. Preaching, pastoral care, stewardship of God’s earth and resources, and designing youth and young adult ministries — these are key interests. She resides in North Olmsted where she lives with her husband, Seth of 24 years, two teen sons, Noah and Zach and their dog, Scooter. When she’s not transporting teens or working, Pastor Shelley enjoys traveling, being outdoors, attempting to garden, art making, kayaking and reading.

Photo credit: Stacey Jantz Photography

Randi first began playing organ for church services as a sophomore in high school once a month at the country church in which she grew up.  During her career of over 50 years, she has played for St. John's Lutheran in rural Crestline, Ohio; Calvary United Church of Christ in Crestline, Ohio, and has been part of the music ministry at Christ Evangelical Lutheran since 1980.  Randi has also provided music for many services with Busch Funeral Homes.  Accompanying the choirs and soloists has been one of her favorite roles as CELC organist.

Bill is a life-long member of Christ Lutheran, as well as a life-long resident of Avon Lake. He has been employed as the custodian for over 25 years. His goal is to provide a clean and welcoming environment for vistors, members, Good Kids and the pre-school.