MEET OUR LEADERS
At First Lutheran Church, we believe in the power of both following and leading. Our faith journey is one where everyone is both a disciple of Christ and a leader in their own way. God calls each of us to serve, using our unique gifts to inspire and guide others.
Below are some of the passionate individuals answering this call in our church community.
Rev. Joshua Miller
Pastor
More about Pastor Josh: Pastor Josh was called as pastor of FLC in 2022. He ensures the church is a safe and welcome place for all. He is drawn to contemplative spiritual practices. As a former art student he has an interest in the overlap of faith and the arts. As a Lutheran he believes God's grace is always bigger and more generous than one can imagine. He and his wife served as Peace Corps volunteers in Eastern Europe. They have three children. In his time off Pastor Josh enjoys bicycling, especially bike-packing. Prior to coming to First Church Pastor Josh served as pastor of two other congregations in Ohio. He first felt called into ordained ministry when he was a summer camp counselor and youth director at a church.
Katy Abt-Scurry
Administrative Assistant
More About Katy: Katy is also a board-certified music therapist and works with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Southeastern Indiana when not at First Lutheran Church. She received a Bachelor of Music Therapy degree from the University of Dayton and a Master’s degree in Psychology from Southern New Hampshire University. She lives in Harrison, Ohio with her husband and daughter. In her spare time, Katy is a member and volunteer with the Cincinnati Donauschwaben Society and enjoys performing with them. Katy and her family enjoy being outside as much as possible and spending lots of time with family and friends.
Alison Brown and Tim Diemer
Event Administrators
More About Alison and Tim: Coming Soon!
Edyta Kasprzycki
Director of the Center for Spiritual Enrichment
More About Edyta: Edyta is an educator, holistic wellness practitioner, and lifelong learner dedicated to helping people cultivate deeper meaning, healing, and connection. Drawing on her expertise in education, curriculum development, and community engagement, she creates welcoming spaces where individuals can learn, reflect, and grow. In addition to teaching at the University of Cincinnati, she founded Realign Wellness, where she offers Reiki, yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and personal growth programs designed to support well-being and self-discovery. Originally from Poland, she brings a global perspective and a deep appreciation for lifelong learning to her work. She is married with two daughters. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys traveling, practicing yoga, spending time in nature, and spending quality time with family and friends.
Addy Kruse
Cantor
More about Addy: Addy is a singer, a lifelong Lutheran and a certified "church nerd." She loves planning worships that blend classic hymns with creative, new ideas. She's originally from Springfield, Ohio and is the daughter of two Lutheran pastors. By day, she's a high school science teacher for English Language Learners from all over the world. After school, she's a co-organizer of the local Christian young adults group, Gather Cincinnati, a member of the community choir Cincinnati Camerata, a school advisor for Adventure Crew, and an avid rock climber.
Anna Lavin
Keyboardist
More about Anna: Anna is a pianist and piano teacher with a Bachelor's of Arts in Music from The Ohio State University. Her life's passion is finding ways to build community through music. Anna grew up as a Lutheran in West Chester, Ohio, and is part of the Gather young adult Christian group. She now lives in Mount Lookout, where she runs Constellation Music Studio. In her free time, Anna loves geocaching, spending time outdoors, and cheering on the Buckeyes!