A team dedicated to supporting you in your faith

Bringing the hope and healing of Jesus to everyday life

Real people. Genuine faith. Here to walk with you.

We’re a grace-first, people-focused church—and our team reflects that. Every staff member at St. Luke is here to help you grow in faith, build connections, and find your place in the story God is writing.

Luke Hennings

Lead Pastor

Originally from Texas, Luke and his wife, Lisa, have lived in Arizona since 2006. They enjoy raising their three sons in the desert heat. As our Pastor, Luke directs the overall mission and ministry efforts in our church and community.

Kelly Buckwalter

Youth Director

After growing up in Illinois and spending eight years in Holbrook, AZ, Kelly and her husband have lived in the Valley since 2013. Kelly works with our middle school and high school students and is a mother of two young children of her own.

Sarah Berglund

Young Family Ministries Director

Sarah and her husband, Ethan, have attended St. Luke since their college days, where Sarah graduated from ASU’s Barrett Honors College with a degree in microbiology. She has a passion for working with children and previously led a program for children with behavioral challenges at a martial arts studio.

Kim Cramer

Music Director

Kim grew up on a farm in Michigan, where she and her husband, Steve, met. Now, after living in Arizona for over 40 years, they have two children and one grandson. Kim directs our music programs for the 5:00 PM and 8:00 AM services.

Paul Hoffmann

Adult Ministry Director

Paul was the first baby ever baptized at St. Luke! How cool is that? He now leads our connection, education, and care ministries for adults. He and his wife, Kathleen, met going to youth group together at St. Luke. Awww!

Kathleen Hoffmann

Facility Director

A native of Washington, Kathleen and her husband, Paul, have been a part of our church for over 30 years. They have three children and seven grandchildren. Kathleen ensures our campus is functional, beautiful, and welcoming to all.

Britney Cook

Office Manager & Communications

Britney grew up and was confirmed at St. Luke. She graduated from ASU’s Barrett Honors College with a degree in English – Creative & Technical Writing. Previously, she worked at Mesa Public Schools. She and her husband, Stephen, have two dogs and love doting on their niece and nephews.

MJ Cornelius

Community Bridge Builder

MJ and her husband, Sandy, are avid Diamondbacks fans and have been a part of our church since 2016. MJ helps build relationships in our local neighborhoods by coordinating with non-profits and organizing community events.

Melissa Little

contemporary worship director

Melissa is native to Arizona and met her husband Matt while volunteering in the contemporary worship band at St. Luke in 2014. They love traveling, being outside, and wrangling their wild identical twin boys. Melissa directs our music program at the 10:30 service.

Vicar Ethan Berglund

Facility Director

A native of Washington, Kathleen and her husband, Paul, have been a part of our church for over 30 years. They have three children and seven grandchildren. Kathleen ensures our campus is functional, beautiful, and welcoming to all.

Faithful partners in ministry

We are blessed to be supported by wonderful partners:

Kathleen Short

Vista Accounting

John Hollmann

Care Ministry

Nita Muth

Office Assistant

Ellen Brown

Organist

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Phone: 480-969-4414
Email: office@stlukemesa.com
Office Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9am–4pm

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