Pastor Mike Schmid has served St. John’s since February of 1998. Previously he served at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Manchester, Iowa. He has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Kettering University and a Master of Divinity from Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, IN. Pastor Mike and Teresa have three grown daughters and six grandchildren.
He enjoys travel, reading, gardening and making music. You can view his music website here: https://truevinemusic.com/
Favorite Bible Verse: Galatians 2:20 – “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”
Christy Wood has served St. John’s since July 2020. Previously, she served at in Las Vegas, Nevada, San Francisco, CA, and Tucson, AZ. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from San Francisco State University, her Lutheran Teaching Diploma from Concordia University- Irvine, a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from Concordia University- Irvine, a Masters in Educational Leadership from Concordia University- Portland, and an Educational Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Concordia University- Irvine. In addition, she has completed the Van Lunen Fellowship and has an Early Childhood Certificate of Christian Teaching.
Christy and her husband have two adult children. Her hobbies include cooking, baking, and traveling.
Favorite Bible Verse: Joshua 1:9- “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
Howdy y'all, I'm Kevin. If the "howdy" didn't already give it away, I can confirm that I am a transplant from Texas, graduating from Concordia University Texas in 2018. I joined the team at St. John's in June 2018 and Napa has quickly become home.
My wife, Megan, is a St. John's alumni and currently loves teaching the 2nd graders. We have been blessed with two young boys and have a total blast watching them grow up.
God has given me a passion for sharing the Gospel with students, families, and quite honestly everybody I encounter. In my freetime I love taking our trailer out and simply spending time as a family, competing in cornhole or on the golf course, and watching sports & it'll always be "Go Cowboys!".
Joy Dahl, is an alumna of St. John’s Lutheran and has been serving St. John’s Lutheran Preschool since 2011. She holds a Bachelors of Art degree in Sociology from Sonoma State, a certificate in Child and Family Studies Administration, a certificate in Child and Family Studies-Master Teacher Specialization, and a Site Supervisor Permit through the state of California.
Joy loves sharing the Gospel and love of Jesus to each child that enters SJL preschool. Joy and her husband Kevin have two sons (high school and junior high). She enjoys sports, reading, and spending quality time with family and friends.
Favorite Bible verse: Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you, ‘declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Tim Kramer has been a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church since April of 1995. A retired twenty-seven-year career officer in the United States Air Force, Tim accepted the duties as church business administrator in 2006.
Husband to Christy; father to three children and to a daughter-in-law; and grandfather to two amazing boys, Tim enjoys family. He also spends time reading history, studying current events and watching sports.
Especially meaningful passages and sections of Scripture are Galatians 2:20, Colossians 3 and 1 John 3. But, empowered by the Holy Spirit, Tim attempts—imperfectly—to live the response to grace urged by the Psalmist: “Praise the LORD, all nations! Extol Him, all peoples! For great is His steadfast love toward us, and the faithfulness of the LORD endures forever. Praise the LORD!” (Psalm 117)
Josh Wright is one of our resident tech experts and has served as the Connections Ministry Leader here at St. John’s Lutheran Church since 2022. Josh’s main focus is to glorify God by using his skills to grow the St. John’s community through church events and social media engagements. Josh has been very active building St. John’s digital presence through social media and the live streaming of our worship services. Josh works hard to keep the St. John’s community connected in a variety of fun and engaging ways.
Favorite Bible passage: ”Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Matthew 28:18-20 NIV
Erin Blackwood has served St. John’s since November of 2007 as organist and choir director. She brings knowledge and experience to her position from growing up within the Lutheran Church, studying and singing under several church music professionals, and working previously as organist and choir director at two Episcopalian parishes on the east coast. She has a Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy from Radford University in VA. She has worked full time as a music therapist at Napa State Hospital since 2004. Erin and her husband, Keith, have two beautiful and talented school age daughters. She enjoys cooking, playing volleyball, and traveling with her friends and family.
Favorite Bible Verse: God is love. 1 John 4:8
Christy Kramer has served as office manager at St. John’s Lutheran Church since 1998. She and her family joined St. John’s in 1995 when her husband, Tim, was transferred to Travis Air Force Base. They have three grown children who each graduated from St. John’s Lutheran School.
Prior to having children, Christy practiced dental hygiene in Illinois and Oklahoma. In her free time, she loves to spend time with her two grandsons, sew, embroider, and do crafts. She is also involved in the Lutheran Church Charities K9 Comfort Dog Ministry.
Favorite Bible Verse:
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts.” Colossians 3:15a