Our Servants
Rev. Dr. Paul Owens, Senior Pastor
I have been married to Sandi since 1987. Sandi teaches at Hoffman Lane Elementary School. Our adult children live in upstate New York, Houston, and right here in NB; two of three are married and our two young grandchildren live with their parents way up in NY. I have a B.A. from Kalamazoo College, a Master’s of Divinity from Luther Seminary, and a Doctorate of Ministry from Sioux Falls Seminary and St. Paul Lutheran Seminary. My doctoral focus was on the distinction of God’s word as law and gospel, with a particular focus on marriage. In addition to spending time with my beloved wife and family, I enjoy exercise, fly fishing and wood working. I love my work as a pastor, love our congregation, and our staff. I have been senior pastor at St. Paul since 2010… and feel like we’re just getting started.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Preaching and worship
- Evangelism and stewardship
- Leadership
Rev. Dr. Timothy Sternberg, Associate Pastor
Ministry opportunities have taken my wife Allison and I all over the United States since 1993. In that time our Father in heaven has given us the amazing gifts of four sons, two daughters-in-law, and one grandson!
A life-long Lutheran, I was raised and educated in Lutheran churches and schools from kindergarten through graduate school. I have a doctorate of ministry in the Bible which really is an expression of my love for God’s word. I love to study and teach the Bible, take long walks with my bride, laugh with my boys, spoil my daughters-in-law, play with my grandson, and relax watching my turtle. 2025 marks my 24th year of ordained ministry.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Preaching and Teaching
- Ministry amplification through outreach and media
Dave Paulos, Executive Director of Operations
I have been married to my wife Sandy, since 1995. She is currently the Director of Finance for the City of new Braunfels. We are blessed to have three children, two married, that have given us ten wonderful grandchildren.I have been married to my wife Sandy, since 1995. She is currently the Director of Finance for the City of new Braunfels. We are blessed to have three children, two married, that have given us ten wonderful grandchildren.
My education consists of a B.S. in Exercise Physiology from the University of Houston @ Clear Lake and an M.A.A. in Organizational Development from the University of The Incarnate Word.
- Overall operations of the church, its facilities and the church staff.
Kimberly Wunderlich, Family Faith Formation Manager
For nearly 20 years, I’ve called Comal County and St. Paul Lutheran Church home. During that time, I’ve been blessed to work with children and youth as an elementary teacher, middle school Special Education teacher, high school ag science teacher, and in my current role here at St. Paul. I’m married to Corbee and we have three children, Dylan, Rylee, and Macey. If I’m not spending time with kids, youth, and families at church, you will find me chasing around my own teenage kids, taking care of livestock, or cheering on the Aggies.
- Coordinate children's ministry education, programs, and activities.
- Support children, youth, and adult ministries.
- Coordinate Faith Stepping Stones and Foundation Series.
Director of Music & Creative Arts
Coming Soon, We Pray
Primary Responsibilities:
- Direct all St. Paul Music Ministry
Lorrie Cook, Director of Communications & Technology
Born and raised in San Antonio, I have had the wonderful opportunity to grow-up and work in the Television Industry. After watching my father work in the industry for 35+ years, I decided to take on the same vocation. For 24 years I worked behind the scenes creating, capturing, producing, and directing live shows, earning 3 Emmy nominations and an Associated Press Award. I am married to my husband Tim, we have two children, Amanda and Jason.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Maintain SPLC social media and website accounts
- Audio/Visual Management
- Assist senior administrators with media and communication
- Marketing for radio, newspaper, social media
- Photographer, videographer, editor
- Production of all worship bulletins, worship slides, Friday email, The Epistle
Stacy Garcia, Director of Finance
I was born and raised in New Braunfels and am a lifelong member of St. Paul. In 2001, I graduated from Texas Lutheran University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business with a specialization in Accounting. My husband, Mike, and I have a wonderful son, Morgan.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Maintain all financial records and generate financial statements.
- Assist and prepare documentation for the annual budget process.
- Update, implement, and maintain necessary internal controls and accounting policies and procedures.
Rebecca Watson, Administrative Assistant
I’ve lived in New Braunfels and attended St. Paul since 2010. I graduated from Cameron University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and minors in Sociology and Criminal Justice. My husband Andy and I have two sons and enjoy travelling and watching college football.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Maintaining membership records
- Maintaining the church calendar and facility use
- Work with the Congregational Life & Eucharistic Minister teams
- Assist the Director of Finance with bookkeeping duties