Pastors & Staff

Welcome to St. Paul Lutheran Ministries! We’re a warm, Christ-centered family of believers who have been gathering in downtown Appleton since 1867.

We hold tight to God’s Word and the hope we have in Jesus. Whether you’re new to the faith or looking for a church home, you’re always welcome here. Stop by and visit – we’d love to meet you!

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Coordinating Pastor

Office: 920-733-9061

Email: mholtz@stpaulappletonwi.com

Pastor Matthew Holtz

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Associate Pastor

Office: 920-733-9061

Email: jshrum@stpaulappletonwi.com

Pastor Justin Shrum

Visitation Pastor

Office: 920-733-9061

Email: pmbirner@gmail.com

Pastor Philip Birner

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Secretary

Office:  920-733-9061

Email: dzunker@stpaulappletonwi.com

Deb Zunker

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Secretary

Office:  920-733-9061

Email: mvolhard@stpaulappletonwi.com

Melissa Volhard

Perry Abitz

Congregational President

School Board & Facilities Coordinator

Office: 920-733-9061

Email: facilities@stpaulappletonwi.com

Curt Jacobson

David Paulson

Congregational Secetary

Dan Vogel

Spiritual Life Board

Travis Paschen

Congregational Treasurer

Chad Woehler

Spiritual Growth Board

Jake Holm

Early Childhood Board