Church Staff

Weston Walker
Temporary Pastor

After graduating from Kamiakin high school in 1979 and completing college and seminary, Weston taught at a Bible college and served as a pastor, while also serving as a Chaplain in the USAF Reserves.  Entering active duty in 1993 Weston served as an USAF Chaplain endorsed by the Churches of Christ until retiring from the military in 2018. He has also completed the Doctor of Ministry degree and a one-year residency in clinical pastoral education.

Serving in an ecumenical context for so many years, Weston found his home in Lutheran and Episcopal churches. Upon military retirement, Weston was approved by the ELCA to serve as a Minister of Word and Sacrament.  He is married to an RN, enjoys adventures around the world with his adult children, sings, trains his dogs in agility, and is richly rewarded by living with and helping care for his parents. 

Melissa Zerb
Administrative Assistant
Melissa joined the staff at First Lutheran in 2004. She enjoys meeting and getting to know the wonderful members of the congregation.
Melissa married in 1996 and has 4 daughters. In her time away from work, she enjoys being outdoors and spending time with her family.

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First Lutheran Church of Kennewick | 418 N. Yelm Street Kennewick, WA 99336 | (509) 783-6108