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.
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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.
Matthew Moquin-Lee
Worship Arts Director
More About Matthew: Matthew is currently working on his Doctorate of Musical Arts Degree in Choral Conducting at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. Matthew grew up in the evangelical tradition but moved to the ELCA in 2017. Matthew received his Master of Music Degree in Choral Conducting from Westminster Choir College in Princeton, NJ, and a Bachelor of Music in Music Education at the University of North Texas, College of Music. He and his husband, Tyler, live in Cincinnati with their four-legged furbaby, Luther. Matthew's responsibilities include developing, planning, and leading our worship life together.
Michael Byrd
Administrative Assistant
More About Michael: Michael comes to First Lutheran after 13 years as a high school educator. He earned his Master of Arts in Theology from Aquinas Institute of Theology, St. Louis, and his Master of Arts in Writing and Publishing from DePaul University, Chicago. He is also administrative assistant at Ascension Lutheran Church in Montgomery. His home parish is St. James Episcopal Church where, among many roles, he serves on the vestry. He and his wife live on Cincinnati's westside with their many pets and even more plants and books.
Elizabeth Reyna
Event Administrator
More About Elizabeth: Elizabeth Reyna, a lifelong artist with two music degrees, taught middle school choir in Texas and performed internationally. She's now the School Programs Coordinator for Cincinnati Opera's Community Engagement & Education department. Her diverse arts administration experience includes roles with Westminster Choir College, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Ballet, Spoleto Festival USA, and various positions within Cincinnati Opera.