Our Team

Pastor Tim Philabaum is serving as the Interim Pastor here at Bethlehem. Having been graduated from Capital University, and then Trinity Lutheran Seminary, both in Columbus, Ohio, he received his Doctorate in Ministry from Gordon Conwell Seminary, Boston, MA. He has previously served at Trinity Lutheran Church, Richmond MI, and Zoar Lutheran Church, Perrysburg, OH.

Tim and his wife, Kate, have three children and five grandchildren, His favorite time of year is winter, and the skiing that is part of that. Tim also likes to read, share in music (voice, piano, organ), weave, and spend time with his family. “I am honored to be part of the Bethlehem community, sharing in worship and service, and being enriched by the fellowship and care that is evident here.”