Annual Congregational Meeting
Monday, June 22, 2026

Informational Documents

Candidates for Chair-Elect (Vote for One)

Aaron Libner

My wife, Erin, and I have been members of Peace Church for many years. We were married at Peace in 2016 and are blessed to be raising our daughter, Raelynn, in a church family that has played an important role in our lives and faith journey.

I enjoy spending time with family and friends, traveling, exploring parks, playing board games, and interacting with our newest member of our family, puppy Rex. Family is incredibly important to me, and some of my favorite moments are simply making memories together.

At Peace, I have been involved through worship, Bible studies, hospitality, congregational events, and serving as a Deacon. Peace has helped me grow in my faith and has provided opportunities to serve alongside many people who care deeply about Christ and our church family.

Outside of Peace, I currently serve as President of Fierce Freedom, an organization focused on ending human trafficking through education and awareness. I am also a Past President of the Rotary Club of Eau Claire and have served on numerous boards, committees, and community organizations throughout the Chippewa Valley. Giving back to our community has always been important to me and is one way I seek to live out my faith.

My relationship with Jesus influences how I approach life, leadership, and service. As part of Peace's Spiritual Gifts Assessment process, one of my strongest identified gifts was Administration. Looking back, I can see how God has used that gift throughout my life in ministry, business, and community service to help bring people together around a common vision and purpose. Each year through Coulee Tech we bring men from around the area to Men’s Ministry No Regrets Conference, put on at Elmbrook Church in Brookfield, WI. Last year, we had 150 men come from our efforts bringing men together in worship and biblical discussions.

I was honored to be nominated for the Chair-elect position. Prior to being nominated, I had already been prayerfully considering whether this was a role God might be calling me to pursue. Through conversations with church leaders, encouragement from others, my experience serving as a Deacon, and the confirmation of my spiritual gifts, I believe God may be opening the door for this opportunity to serve.

If selected, my goal would be simple: to serve faithfully, support our pastors, staff, volunteers, and congregation, and help Peace continue guiding people to fully live as followers of Jesus.

Candidates for Treasurer (Vote for One)

Vicki Doriott

I’ve been married to Jerry since 1992, and we have 2 very sweet cats who are sisters. For fun I enjoy line dancing, golfing, taking walks, reading books, traveling, playing cards and doing jigsaw puzzles.

My current involvement at Peace includes playing keyboard in bands over 20 years, being in life groups for about 30 years, and entering the offerings into the database for the last few years.  Last year Jerry and I joined the Feed My Starving Children Committee.  Previously I led a counting team, assisted with conducting the internal audit of the financial data, went on a mission trip to the Dominican to help build a Casa house, sang in choir, served on the Love Eau Claire committee, served as a Stephen Minister, worked in the kitchen, led Divorce Care ministry for 2 years with my husband, worked VBS and attended many Bible studies.

My relationship with Jesus began as a child going to Sunday School and church.  I got to know Jesus on a deeper level in my early 20s as the Holy Spirit chose a variety of ways to draw us closer to Jesus as a family.  I have walked with Jesus by faith for many years now, seeking His guidance in my life, praising Him through worship, serving Him in a variety of ways and seeking to know Him by reading the Word.  He is my rock.

Since being nominated for Treasurer, I have pondered my qualifications, talents and work experience and feel that they align with the duties of the role of Treasurer.

I worked for over 40 years in banking and accounting jobs.  I’ve been a mortgage loan processer, mortgage loan officer, and Loan Servicing Supervisor.  After moving to Eau Claire in 1992 I attended UWEC and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree; later I would return to take another year of accounting courses to qualify me to sit for the CPA exam.  I obtained my CPA license in 2003 (it expired after I retired).

In Eau Claire I worked at Grace Lutheran Foundation as staff accountant and as Director of Accounting, preparing financial statements and account reconciliations, supervising the accounting staff, and working closely with the CFO and with the external auditors. 

I worked in public accounting for one year in order to qualify for my CPA license.

In 2005 I was hired as Senior Accountant/Analyst in the finance department at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, where I had worked the last 15 years of my career until I retired in 2020. At that job I prepared 30 to 40 journal entries for month-end close, prepared many account reconciliations, prepared the financial statements for the hospital/clinic, and the consolidated financials for NWWI region. I have prepared many reports for internal analysis and for the Board of Directors. Eventually I would review and approve the work of other accountants/analysts. All of our work was audited by Wipfli CPA firm. I also worked on a team whose purpose was to review cash controls and processes. 

John Roffler

My wife, Pam, and I have been members of Peace for 15 years. Before joining Peace, we were members of Epiphany Lutheran Church where I served in several leadership roles, including the Board of Elders, Chairman of the Board of Elders, Financial Secretary and Chairman of the Finance Committee. My wife and I also participated in Bible studies and helped with special events for both the church and school.

Our three children, Seth, Luke and Mary, all graduated from Eau Claire Lutheran School. Seth and Luke are married, and Mary now lives in heaven with Jesus. I also have two older sons who are married. We have seven grandchildren, with another expected in September.

At Peace, my wife and I have participated in various Bible studies, helped with Wednesday night meals, assisted with setup for funeral meals, and served at the Fee My Starving Children event. I also serve on the communion team and occasionally fill in as a Sunday morning greeter.

I worked at NSP/Xcel Energy for 44 years: 25 years in payroll and the remainder handling customer billing and sales tax. I also held several positions with our company credit union, concluding my service as chair of the audit committee.

For fun, we enjoy traveling to visit family, taking day trips, fishing when we can, and spending time with my sisters here in town.

My relationship with Jesus has helped me become more caring and intentional in the way I live and treat others. My wife and I have devotions every night, and I continue to be amazed by how much there is still to learn from the Bible and from what Jesus teaches us.

Whether elected or not, I look forward to staying involved at Peace and being part of the wonderful things happening here.

Candidates for At-Large (Vote for Three)

Donna Austad

I began attending Peace in 1978 when I was a student at UW-EC. Slowly Peace became my home church and my extended family.  I was married here in 1981, raised our daughters here, and received support through all aspects of life here. My involvement at Peace changed as work/family life changed. When the girls were young and I was working, I helped with Sunday School, Discovery Club and Vacation Bible School. (I still sub for Discovery Club and work as a guide in VBS, now with the granddaughters.)  I work with the Altar Guild, Wednesday Night Meal team and funeral lunch team.  I enjoy attending and learn so much at the Tuesday morning Bible Study.  I’ve been a Stephen Minister for 3 years and recently started working with the Feed My Starving Children team. 

Professionally, I worked for the City of Eau Claire for 30 years, retiring in 2017.  After working through major life changes, it may now be time for me to re-fire and time to contribute to the Peace family in a new way as a deacon. 

Karen Blodgett

I have been married for 39 1/2 years to my wonderful husband, and we are blessed with three adult children, their spouse and nine amazing grandchildren, ranging in age from 6 years old to 2 months. I truly enjoy spending time with my family and seeing God’s work at home through relationships, growth, and love.

My favorite activity is spending time with our grandkids! If I am not with them, you will find me outdoors, enjoying activities such as hiking, biking, camping, and anything that involves water, including fishing and paddle boarding. Being outdoors helps me stay refreshed, grateful, and grounded.

My faith has been an active part of my life, and for many years I have served and participated in many ministries at Peace. I have been a member of the Tuesday morning Bible Study and small group for over 20 years. Since 2017, I have been an active member of Stephen Ministries, and I also belong to a year-round small group that supports one another and helps us grow deeper through God’s Word.

I previously served as part of a Wednesday night meal team and then served as a leader on another team. I was a confirmation small group leader for three years. I have traveled with other Peace members on a mission trip to New Orleans to help serve and assist with rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Katrina. In addition, I served as a member of the Women’s Ministries team for several years.

My relationship with Jesus shapes my daily choices. The more I learn about Him, the more I want to live in response to Him and understand what that means in practical ways. I believe that as I continue to learn, I become more compassionate and less judgmental. My desire is to keep growing in faith and to serve more faithfully in response to the blessings I’ve received.

I am retired, but throughout my professional life I have spent many years working with non-profits and their board members. That work strengthened my skills in leadership, planning, and facilitating teams. I am a detailed and organized person who genuinely enjoys developing plans and setting clear steps to make sure goals are carried out.

Because I care deeply about serving others, I would welcome the opportunity to serve Peace with dedication, care, and practical support in the role of deacon.