Our PASTOR

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Rev. Dr. Ryan Lee Wenburg

Lead Pastor

Rev. Dr. Ryan Lee Wenburg is an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church. He holds his Doctorate of Ministry and Masters of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary. During his Master’s work he focused on Inductive Biblical Studies. His doctoral degrees is in Leadership, Formation, and Church Planting.

Pastor Ryan is married to Beth and together they are the proud parents of four children. Christian, Elijah, Anna, and Isaiah. The Wenburgs were appointed to Frankenmuth UMC in 2019 and plan to make Frankenmuth their home for many years to come.

Pastor Ryan is passionate about leadership, discipleship, and the growth we experience when Jesus Christ is truly our Lord. Our lives are changed so that we in turn impact the world. His favorite hymn as a child was “I Love To Tell The Story”. Praise God for providing that opportunity.

Meet the Team

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    Heather Morse

    WORSHIP DIRECTOR

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    Marcus Towner

    MEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY COORDINATOR

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    NOAH JUNE

    YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS COORDINATOR

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    ORLENE KITZMAN

    SPROUTS COORDINATOR