About LCGS
We are a community of faith that seeks out what God is doing in the world, and we join in. Our faith is built around a belief in God made known to us in Jesus Christ and sustained by the Holy Spirit.
Meet Our Pastor
Pastor Josh Toufar
Pastor Josh joined the LCGS team in August of 2017. He had previously served at New Hope Lutheran Church – Sand Creek and Pine Creek. Prior to attending and graduating from Luther Seminary, he did his undergraduate work at Luther College before graduating from UW-Eau Claire.
Pastor Josh and his wife, Kayla, married in 2011 and they have three children, Olivia (2014), Jackson (2016), and Owen (2019). They are excited to be raising their family in Eau Claire. They enjoy spending time together as a family and rarely is there a dull moment.
Pastor Toufar’s greatest passion for ministry is discovering what all of God’s children bring to the table. His faith was nurtured by a congregation that loved and cared for him. It is his personal mission that any child that comes into our church will know that while they are here they are loved, and they matter.
Meet Our Staff
Leah Martin
Director of Communication
Leah joined the staff at LCGS in August 2024, providing support to the pastor, committees, leadership team, and communicating information with the congregation. Leah is often your first contact at LCGS as she manages the phones and church e-mail and creates an open and welcoming community in the office. She also oversees the church’s calendar, provides recordkeeping and bookkeeping support, and weekly emails.
Sue Kramer
Director of Worship and Music Ministries
Sue is a gifted musician and worship leader. She plays an integral role in worship leadership by coordinating meaningful music, directing the adult choir and “the band,” and playing at most of our worship events. As a part-time music minister, Sue provides full-time energy. She and her husband, Mark, are wildlife lovers and enjoy hunting and fishing, as well as spending time with their daughters and granddaughters.