The Rev. Lisa Marie Robechek
Pastor
ABOUT LISA
The Rev. Lisa Marie Robechek was called as Pastor of Tualatin Presbyterian Church on October 27, 2024.
Rev. Lisa M. Robechek’s professional career spans more than three decades and includes pastoring PC(USA) churches; providing spiritual care in hospitals; and leading administrative, fundraising, and marketing efforts for non-profits, schools, legal environments, and businesses in Ohio, Kentucky, Washington, and California.
Rev. Lisa’s initial call into ministry was prompted by her deep desire to help people, in particular, cancer survivors, victims of child abuse, and individuals wrestling with trauma and emotional health. Lisa values relationship and seeks to bring healing and joy to God’s beloved community on earth, extending the Church to include all who are open and willing to explore their faith with others.
Personally, Lisa enjoys expressing her sense of humor and pursuing artistic endeavors (photography, painting, collage, writing, textile arts, and dance). Her one and only child, John, is a freshman at a small Christian college in Kansas. Lisa is enjoying getting to know the greater Portland, Oregon area, and finds the natural beauty soothing and grounding.
Sarah Beck
Director of Family Ministry
ABOUT SARAH
Sarah Beck holds an MS degree from Portland State University. She joined the TPC staff in early 2016 as the Director of Youth and Family Ministries. Sarah has a long history of working with children of all ages, including the Boys and Girls Club and over 15 years experience mentoring high-risk high school students.
Debbie Ivanov
Bell Choir Director
ABOUT DEBBIE
Debbie Ivanov directs the TPC Handbell Choir. The Bell Choir usually perform as part of the worship service one Sunday a month,
Dr. Evan C Paul
Music Accompanist
ABOUT EVAN
Evan C. Paul is the service pianist at Tualatin Presbyterian Church. Evan grew up in Vermont and began playing the piano at age 4. He holds a Master of Music in Piano Accompanying and Chamber Music from Northern Arizona University and a PhD in Music Composition from the University of Oregon. He has lived in Portland for eight years and is also the pianist for Bridging Voices, Portland metro’s LGBTQ+ youth choir. He has worked and continues to work for various choirs and opera companies throughout the metro area and the state, including the Portland Opera, Cascadia Opera, OperaBend, Ping and Woof Opera, Renegade Opera, and the Portland Phoenix Chorale. Evan also works as a voice/diction and instrument musical coach for musicians ranging from middle school to adult professionals. He particularly enjoys classical music by French and American composers, as well as many popular genres ranging from folk singer-songwriters to synthesizer-based artists, all of which have influenced his own musical output.
Susan Springer
Office Manager
ABOUT SUSAN
Susan Springer has a long history at TPC and began working as our office manager in 2007. She is generally responsible for the administrative aspects of the church office. So, if you have questions about the church calendar, building usage, the newsletter, or other such administrative matters, Susan is the person with whom you want to speak! When she’s not working at the church, you may still see her in the sanctuary practicing with the bells, or singing with the choir, or in the early morning you might her outside walking, enjoying the wonders that are Oregon.
Julie Flint
Finance Assistant
ABOUT JULIE
Julie Flint assumed the role of Financial Assistant on June 1, 2022. Julie performs the book keeping functions for TPC and manages donations and gifts to TPC. Julie has a breadth of experience in the financial/bookkeeping world and owns a small business where she does much of what is needed for our position on a smaller scale. Her nonprofit clients include The Foundation for Tigard Tualatin Schools and Pacific Northwest Utilities Conference Committee.
Larry Nord
Building Caretaker
ABOUT LARRY
Larry Nord is a long-time church member. He does a great job attending to the many needs of our church building.