Church Staff

Linda Ricotta

Administrative Assistant
coming soon

Jackie Stanifer 

Administrative Assitant
Jackie Stanifer is an administrative assistant at St. Paul Lutheran Church and has worked there for the last 27 years. She works part-time and prepares and prints the bulletins weekly, the newsletters monthly, tickets for various dinners, and provides general assistance as needed. Jackie moved to Alpena from Houghton Lake 30 years ago when she married her husband, Michael. They have three married wonderful children, Jennifer, Jocelyn and Jeffrey; Three precious grandchildren, Emma, Liam, and Elias, and 3 grand-doggies!  Jackie loves spending time with her family and friends, bike riding, walking, swimming, and reading. 

Marvis McNeil 

Organ
After Marvis’ life as a wife and mother of three wonderful children, she finds herself most fascinated by music. She has been in several orchestras, been to Interlochen for two years and enjoys everything that challenges her musically.  Music is the love of Marvis’ life,  after her wonderful family. God has given her a gift that she works very hard to spread in all venues. Being at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Alpena gives her a source to share her talents.  Marvis is truly grateful for God’s gift and is always eager to share it. 

Adam Neumann

Media Coordinator/
Custodian
Adam Neumann is the media coordinator at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Adam is a musician, Karaoke host, and  father. Adam has been to multiple schools studying broadcasting, music, and environmental science and has an associate degree from Alpena Community College. He just graduated with a bachelor’s in environmental science from the University of Phoenix. In the life of Adam there is never a dull moment. He is always working on projects and loves to entertain. You can find Adam on Sunday mornings running the church service livestream.

Marty Cantleberry

Choir Director
Marty is in charge of running the church choir at St. Paul. She is a passionate and experienced musician with a deep love for worship and serving the congregation through music. Marty brings her talents and enthusiasm to rehearsals and performances, inspiring the choir to create beautiful harmonies and uplifting songs that enhance the worship experience for all.