About Us

The historical roots of Trinity Lutheran Church of Arkdale go back to 1853 when the congregation was organized and established as the first Christian church in the community. In those years, waves of European immigrants, including many from Norway, were making their way to America's western frontier to homestead land and to begin a new life filled with promise and hope. Like Abraham, they traveled to a land that God would show them.

Over the past 154 years, we have been reminded of God's sustaining power and grace. We remember that Jesus our Lord has already walked the path of suffering and death for us and has risen to forever hold us in the promise of new and eternal life. As his disciples, we follow on that journey. In the waters of baptism, we have died with him that we might also be raised and reborn to new Easter life. As the years pass, Jesus continually invites us as a community of faith to become a new creation. He invites us to confidently and boldly face the future, a future into which he will lead and guide us, a future over which he reigns as our risen and living Lord.

We invite you to join us on the journey.

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Biographies

Pastor Terri Skildum  

Pastor Terri was born in Viroqua, Wisconsin and raised in Janesville, Wisconsin.  She went to Carthage College in Kenosha for a couple of years, then transferred to Edgewood College in Madison, Wisconsin.  From there she went to Wartburg Seminary in Dubuque, Iowa where she received her Masters of Divinity.

Pastor Terri had adopted a beautiful daughter, Johanna when she was an infant. 

Pastor Terri Skildum will be joining Trinity Lutheran Church in June, 2007.

Administrative Assistant - Susan O'Leary

Susan O'Leary grew up in Monona, WI. She and her husband, Roger, moved to Adams County in 1998.  She commuted to Madison from Adams for 1 1/2 years before accepting her position at the church in 2000.  Susan has 2 children and 3 step-children.  She and her family have many animals and enjoy camping and traveling.

Older Adult Ministry Coordinator - Donna Turcany

Donna Turcany was born and raised in South Central Wisconsin.  After graduating from UW Eau Claire, she lived in Germany for two years while her husband completed a tour of duty in the Army. Donna worked 29 years for the American Medical Association in Chicago, IL.  She took early retirement and moved to Adams in October, 2000. She accepted the position of Older Adult Ministry Coordinator in March, 2004.

Donna enjoys spending time with her nephews, niece and great-nieces. She loves her backyard bird feeders and most of her vacations are planned around access to good bird watching spots.  She is active in the local Habitat for Humanity, volunteers at Villa Pines Living Center and with Faith in Action of Adams County.

Evangelism/Outreach Coordinator - Dale Malm

Dale accepted this position early 2005. She enjoys people and throughout her life she has always accepted positions with high public contact. She grew up in Madison, WI and moved to Adams-Friendship area in 1976 with her husband and two children. She has always worked for the State of Wisconsin and retired from the Dept. of Natural Resources. Some favorites pastimes are enjoying her home, gardening, traveling, reading and sharing time with family and friends.

Choir Director

Sandy Pheiffer

Keyboarding and Organists

Sharon Guzman, Sandy Pheiffer, Darlene Hovorka

2007 Congregational Council Members

Louise Thomas (Vice President), Joanne Sullivan (Secretary), Seth Hamilton, Hank Sauer, Harold Schmidt, Scott Soley, Monica Wallendal, and Brenda Chamberlain.

John Stormoen (Treasurer)

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Where are we?

For a map to Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church, click here.

Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church is located in central Wisconsin in Adams County.

Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA)
1650 Church Street
Arkdale, Wisconsin 54613

From I-94, take Hwy 21 east from Tomah (40 miles)
From I-39, take Hwy 21 west from Coloma (15 miles)
From Wisconsin Rapids, take Hwy 13 south then west on Hwy 21 (25 miles)
From Wisconsin Dells, take Hwy 13 north then west on Hwy 21 (30 miles)

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Contact Us

phone: 608-564-7920 fax: 608-564-2473

To contact us by email:

Pastor Terri Skildum
Administrative Assistant Susan O'Leary
Secretary Donna Voss
Older Adult Ministry Coordinator Donna Turcany
Evangelism/Outreach Coordinator Dale Malm
Parish Nurse Chris Brown

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