ORLC Staff
Rev. Duane Bamsch,
Pastor
Pastor Bamsch accepted the call to ORLC in March 2025. He served previously at Grace Lutheran in Grass Valley, CA and Zion Lutheran Church in Terra Bella, CA. He graduated from Concordia University, Austin, TX and received his Master of Divinity from Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN. He grew up in rural Texas and spent most of his free time hunting and fishing.
Linda Thorman, Director of Christian Growth
Linda has served as the Director of Christian Growth at Our Redeemer since 1981. She began her service to the church as organist and choir director in 1974, and has been a member of Our Redeemer since early childhood. She holds a degree in All Level Music Education from Midwestern State University. Linda is married to Glenn Thorman and has a son. Linda has a passion for people, music, and animals.
Terri Williams, Secretary
Terri not only serves as the church secretary but is also involved in many of Our Redeemer’s adult groups including Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, Altar Guild, Anna’s Legacy, and is a part of the Comfort Dog team. She has been a member of Our Redeemer since she was a child.