Staff

  Pastor Scott Torkko

Pastor Scott came to Zion in May of 2009.  He and his wife, Lindsey, have 2 adopted children, Dezaray and J.T.  He graduated from Central Michigan University in 1999 and Luther Seminary (St. Paul,
Minnesota) in 2003.   Before coming to Zion, he served as an
  associate pastor at St. Thomas Lutheran Church in Cheboygan,
   MI.  Pastor Scott has recently become a podcast fanatic and would
love for you to share your favorite podcasts with him. Pastor Scott
believes our creative God is remaking the church and is endlessly
curious about what that means for our present and our future.

Jane Wightman, Office Manager

We are pleased to welcome Jane to our staff. She is an active member of the United Methodist Church in Cadillac. She was born and raised here. Jane is married to Mark and has two grown children and one grandchild. When not working, Jane enjoys walking and spending time with family.

Valerie Hanson, Ministries Coordinator

Val has served as Ministries Coordinator since June of 2016, when she retired from teaching elementary school. She and her husband Scott have attended Zion for 19 years. They have two grown daughters, Annie and Kaylie, and a new son-in-law, Trent. Val enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking, and baking.

Beckie Kanipe, Kids Hope Director

Beckie has liked in Cadillac all of her life and is a lifetime member of Zion. She and her husband, Terry, have four children, nine grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. Beckie retired from JCPenny before become Director of Zion's Kid's Hope Program. When they have time, Beckie and Terry enjoy traveling, cross country skiing, and most of all, spending time with family and friends.

Joanne Carlson, Organist
Joanne has attended Zion a long time and has served our music ministry in many ways over the years. She enjoys being a member of the Benzie Community Chorus, the Cadillac Community Chorus, and the Phil Harmonic Club and Chorus. She and her husband John have two daughters and one son.

Carolyn Lucas, Organist
Carolyn was raised at Zion. She enjoys playing both the piano and organ. Her family owns and operates Double L Blueberry Farm in Cadillac.

Marty Solomon, Accompanist
Marty has enjoyed being very active at Zion for many years. She has served in many areas including Sunday School , Zion's Women's Group, and in organizing our yearly Fika. She has enjoyed accompanying our choir for many years. In her spare time, Marty helps with Friendship Class, which serves mentally and physically handicapped adults.

Susan Yakamovich, Organist
Susan has been a member of Zion for 14 years. She plays both piano and organ. In her spare time, Susan enjoys reading.