Rev Frank Shepherd Jr - Pastor
Pastor Frank became our Pastor in October of 2025. He is originally from Dubuque, Iowa. He got his MDiv at the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary, in Dubuque, IA. He graduated in May of 2020 and was ordained in the United Church of Christ in November of 2024.
Pastor Frank has served at First Presbyterian Church in Galena, Il, Scotch Grove Presbyterian Church in Scotch Grove, IA, and Peace United Church of Christ in Monticello, IA.
Pastor Frank has been married to his wife Carrie since 2010. They have their two children, Isabella (24), and their son Frankie Ray (12) and the family dog, Ruby. Pastor Frank’s daughter is following in his footsteps and is serving as a youth director at a Monticello Church.
When Pastor Frank is not doing ministerial work, he is usually with his family, or building a LEGO set. He is happy to be the pastor for St John’s and prays for many years of shared ministry.
You can contact Pastor Frank @ sjuccpastor@netins.net or 563-258-3740 (cell phone) 563-452-3022 (church office).
Bobette Shinker - Secretary
You can contact Bobette @ sjucc@netins.net or 563-452-3022 (church office).
Ashley Eiselstein - Youth Director
You can contact Ashley @ sjuccyouthdir@netins.net
Warren Koth - Janitor
Diane Koth - Organist & Janitor
Kelly Jo Wenndt - Organist