PASTOR
Curtis Simonson
PASTOR CURTIS SIMONSON
Pastor Simonson joined Living Word Lutheran Church in 2024. Pastor and his wife
Michelle came to us from Chicago, Illinois where they raised their 5 children. They have one daughter (Aurora) and 4 sons, (Jesse, Giovanni, Onon, and Chris). They also have 7 grandchildren.
Pastor grew up in Wyoming and moved to Chicago in 1993 where he taught Physical Education and coached both High School and College Football for 33 years. After receiving his call to preach, Pastor Simonson entered the Luther House of Study in Sioux Falls where he is continuing his education.
“I feel very blessed to have been called to Living Word Lutheran Church” said Pastor Simonson. “Growing up in Wyoming makes South Dakota feel like home. I am excited to see what God has planned for Living Word and I am honored to be part of such a great congregation”.
When he is not preaching, Pastor enjoys the outdoors, fishing and hunting, going on adventures with Michelle, and playing with his grandchildren.