Doreen Olson Elected to Fourth Term

ST. PAUL, MN (June 25, 2010) - Doreen Olson was re-elected Friday to a fourth four-year term as executive minister of the Department of Christian Formation.

ST. PAUL, MN (June 25, 2010) – Doreen Olson was re-elected Friday to a fourth four-year term as executive minister of the Department of Christian Formation.

Olson recently underwent a 360-degree review process, which included input from the Executive Board, her peers, and staff across multiple departments, said Connie McKelvey, the chair of the Christian Formation Committee. McKelvey noted that Olson received consistent high praise from her colleagues, who praised her for her strong work ethic, team-building skills, and gift of hospitality.

“Those of us who have had the privilege of working with Doreen have seen the love of God flow through her life and to those she comes in contact with,” McKelvey said.

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