Staff

Christ-Centered -- Community-Engaged -- Kingdom-Focused

Rev. Shawn Kitzing -- Pastor Kitzing was installed at Our Redeemer on July 22, 2018. Before that he served Immanuel Lutheran, Loup City for 18 years. Pastor received his Master of Divinity degree in 2000 from Concordia Seminary St. Louis. He also has a Bachelor of Science degree in Broadcast Production, and a minor in Sports Communication from the University of Nebraska at Kearney.

  • Favorite Bible verse: "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." -- Jeremiah 29:11

  • A few of my favorite things: I love to spend time with my family, hunting, fishing, golfing, and helping my son work on his car. I am a big Husker Fan and a lifetime fan of the Kansas City Royals. I enjoy spending time outdoors experiencing God's beautiful creation.

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Mr. Harlan Anson -- Mr. Anson is the Principal at Our Redeemer. He started teaching at Our Redeemer in 2006. He also teaches grades 6-8. Mr. Anson has a Bachelor of Arts degree and also a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Concordia University - Nebraska. He has also received his Master’s degree in Elementary Administration from Concordia University - Nebraska.

  • Favorite Bible verses: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.” -- Romans 8:28

God is our refuge and strength, an ever present help in trouble. -- Psalm 46:1

  • I love Our Redeemer because: I love being able to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with the students on a daily basis. And I love reaching out to members of our community with the love of Jesus. There is truly no greater blessing.

  • A few of my favorite things: I love spending time with my family, grilling, camping, and golfing. I am a big Husker fan and of course a Denver Broncos fan. GO BRONCOS!

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Mrs. Sarah Luebbe -- Mrs. Luebbe teaches preschool and also kindergarten at Our Redeemer. She started teaching at Our Redeemer in 2015. Mrs Luebbe has a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Nebraska-Kearney and has also re-certified her teaching certificate through Concordia University-Nebraska.

  • Favorite Bible verses: I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth. -- 3 John 1:4

Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. -- Matthew 5:8

  • I love Our Redeemer because: I love Our Redeemer because we are like a big family sharing God's love.

  • A few of my favorite things: I love spending time with my family and friends, working on my picture albums, attending my children's different activities, being outside, and teaching.

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Mrs. Janelle Potratz -- Mrs. Potratz teaches grade K-2 at Our Redeemer. She started teaching at Our Redeemer in 2005. Mrs. Potratz has a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Concordia University - Nebraska. Before teaching at Our Redeemer she taught in Verdigre, NE and Las Vegas, NV.

  • Favorite Bible verses: “For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” -- Romans 8:38-39

“The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.” -- Psalm 18:2

  • I love Our Redeemer because: I love Our Redeemer because we can openly talk about and share the love of Jesus every day in all we do! I also love the family atmosphere at Our Redeemer. I see that when I watch older students helping out younger students --even if they aren’t siblings. I see it in so many other ways, too. I appreciate the support that parents and other family members give to our school. We could not do it without them!

  • A few of my favorite things: I love spending time with my husband, Kevin, and our family. I also enjoy walking and reading.

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Mrs. Charity Schafer -- Mrs. Schafer teaches grades 3-5 at Our Redeemer. She also teaches music to the entire school. She started teaching at Our Redeemer in 2019. Mrs. Schafer has a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Concordia University with a minor in Music.

  • Favorite Bible verse: This I recall to my mind, therefore I have hope. It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not; the steadfast love of the Lord never ceases. His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning. Lamentations 3:21-23

  • I love Our Redeemer because: I love the Christ-centered community here at Our Redeemer, and I especially love that I have the freedom to help my students grow in both their academic learning and their faith.

  • A few of my favorite things: My favorite things include my family, making art & music, judging other people's font choices, reading, and spending time outside in God's creation. I also love cheering on the greatest NBA team in history, the Boston Celtics.

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Mrs. Deb Hegeholz -- Mrs. Hegeholz teaches grades 6-8 part-time at Our Redeemer.

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Mrs. Susie Hartshorn -- Mrs. Hartshorn is our church and school administrative assistant.

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