Staff
Rev. Samuel Schuldheisz – Pastor
E-mail: [email protected] | Phone: 253-218-4916
Pastor Samuel Schuldheisz was born in Mt. Clemens, Michgian, but grew up in Portland, Oregon. After graduating from Concordia University in Irvine, California in 2004, he began studies and preparation for the pastoral ministry at Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, Indiana. While at seminary he served as a fieldworker at Faith Lutheran Church in Roanoke, IN. He also served as vicar at Trinity Lutheran Church in Palo Alto, CA from 2006-2007. In April of 2008, he was called to Redeemer Lutheran Church in Huntington Beach, where he served for ten years following his ordination on June 29th, 2008. He began serving as pastor at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church on July 22nd, 2018.
On July 23rd, 2005, Pastor Schuldheisz and Natasha were married in San Diego, CA. Since then, their family has been blessed with two beautiful children, Zoe and Jonah. In addition to the joys of family life, Pastor Schuldheisz enjoys reading and writing in the areas of The Inklings (C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien), Lutheran theology, Christian apologetics, and the intersection of theology, literature, and the imagination. Other favorite hobbies and activities include cycling, Lego building, board gaming, and watching hockey and soccer.
Beth Boyd – Office Manager
E-mail: [email protected] | Phone: 253-922-6977
Kathy Heddlesten – Preschool Director
E-mail: [email protected] | Phone: 253-218-4918
Crystal Waetzig – Preschool Teacher (4/5 Class)
My name is Cristal Waetzig and I will be teaching the 4/5’s class this year. I have been married to my husband, Todd for 39 years. We have two grown daughters, Heather, 34 and Chelsea, 31. We have lived in the Milton/Edgewood area for the last 33 years. We have been members here at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church for 26 years. I am excited to be teaching preschool here at my home church!
I have a bachelor’s degree in elementary education, with a minor in early childhood education. I attended Concordia Lutheran College in Portland, OR. I also have a master’s degree in early childhood education from PLU in Tacoma, WA. I have about 36 years of teaching experience at the early childhood level at various elementary schools and preschools in the local area. I have also taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School at various Lutheran churches since high school. I love working with little ones and helping them grow and learn to the best of their ability. I also love teaching them about our best friend, Jesus.
It is a privilege and honor to participate in the education of young children. I strive to provide a positive, loving learning environment where all the students feel safe and secure. Children thrive in such an environment. I look forward to getting to know all the children and their families. Thank you for entrusting us with your most precious treasure, your children. I look forward to a great year of learning and growing as we partner together for the good of the children.
Vivian Hohnstein – Preschool Teacher (3’s Class)
God has given me a wonderful family, my husband Ed of over 60 years, my daughter Marie, son Matt and three beautiful grandsons: Dwight, Blake, and Max. We enjoy spending time together and going on special outings. Of course, we are always looking for a new restaurant with new foods to try. Aside from my family, I enjoy reading, music, cards, sports, and children. I have always liked to spend time with children, talking and listening to what they have to say. I’m grateful to Beautiful Savior for allowing me to teach in their preschool for over to 35 years, and being able to watch many of them grow up to adulthood with families of their own. Teaching has also given me the opportunity to share the love of God and His precious son, our Savior Jesus with the little ones and their families.