OUr Team
There are many individuals and organizations that comprise our community, our programs, and our work. Here you’ll find some of those who make Fellowship special.
Our Staff
Our dedicated staff is committed to nurturing a faith community where all individuals can grow spiritually, connect meaningfully, and make a positive impact in the world. Each member of our team brings unique gifts and passions to their roles, united by a shared commitment to those we serve.
Rev. Kara Farrow
Pastor
Kara joined Fellowship’s ministry staff in 2002, initially serving as Children’s Minister for 15 years. After earning her Master of Divinity and completing her Lutheran Formation, she was ordained and installed as Pastor in 2019. A Tulsa native and proud OSU alumna, she enjoys watching Tulsa’s growth and attending OSU sports events (go Pokes!). She and her husband Lee have two young adult children, Kate and Eli, and they love traveling together.
Jen Sims
Parish Administrator
Jen joined the Fellowship staff in April 2019 and is an expert doer! From recording income and expenses, to payroll and onboarding, to the slides on Sunday, to leading the Lawn Rangers: Jen keeps all things in order and moving forward. Jen is a lifelong Lutheran who loves a boat ride on Grand Lake, a craft beer, and spending time with her 3 kids, Erin, Matthew, and Ellie.
Brennan Lacy
Director of Music Ministries
Brennan joined Fellowship Lutheran Church in June 2025 as Director of Music Ministries. He plans and leads music for traditional worship, directing the Chancel Choir, the adult handbell ensemble, and coordinating instrumentalists who enrich the life of the congregation through music. Brennan lives in Midtown with his wife, Analisa, and finds joy in cooking his favorite meals, discovering great new shows, and getting lost in a good book. He is passionate about creating meaningful worship experiences and is grateful to serve and grow in faith alongside the Fellowship community.
Rev. Deacon Kinna Nordstrom-Kemp
Deacon - Children, Youth, and Family Ministry
Kinna joined Fellowship Lutheran Church in October 2023 and was ordained as a Deacon in the ELCA on June 21, 2025. She holds a Bachelor’s in Music Education from Northern Arizona University (2010) and a Master’s in Children, Youth, and Family Ministry from Luther Seminary (2014). Called to connect the church and the world, Kinna serves at the intersection of justice, faith formation, and community care. As a deacon, she is passionate about lifting up the voices of diverse young people and nurturing an intergenerational church where all can experience God’s love and belonging. She’s married to Kendall, and together they raise their energetic and joyful child, Kobe.
Lisa tumy
Administrative Assistant
Lisa joined Fellowship in May of 2022. A professional at getting things done, no task is too big or small for Lisa: she helps every staff member at FLC get their projects across the finish line and ensures that Sundays run smoothly. She and her husband, Rob, have 2 daughters Kaitlyn and Megan and love to spend time with their grandchildren, Atlas and Layla.
Maria Guadalupe De Leon
Care & Community Minister
Maria Guadalupe De León serves as Care Minister at Fellowship Lutheran Church and as Vicar at Comunidad de Esperanza. She is passionate about walking alongside people through seasons of joy, grief, transition, and healing, offering a compassionate and prayer-centered presence. Maria is grateful to serve God’s people and to share in God’s work of love and grace. She is the mother of four children and proud grandmother of six.
Marc LaManque
Contemporary Music Leader
Marc joined Fellowship in August of 2023. He is a startup fanatic by day and a praise and worship leader by night. Marc leads our contemporary worship alongside the FLC Praise Band each Sunday. Outside of work Marc loves yoga, a good wine night, and hanging with his wife, Sydney and bernedoodle, Boston.
Rev. Alvaro Nova Ochoa
Pastor, Comunidad de Esperanza
Our Partners
We can’t do our work alone – we are proud to lock arms with these partners to create impact across our city and state.
Comunidad de Esperanza
Comunidad de Esperanza is an ELCA mission-start among the Latinx community in Tulsa. In English, Comunidad de Esperanza means “Community of Hope” and its name represents well their work to provide hope to the Tulsa community. CdE strives to share the faith in the Eucharist, search for the common good, and believes in cultural integration and respect for diversity.
Prince of Peace
Located near the historic Booker T. Washington High School, this ELCA congregation has a rich 70+-year history of community support, racial reconciliation, and proclaiming the gospel. We are proud to partner with them for worship and service to our community.
Give Us A Visit!
Location
Tulsa, OK 74133
918-492-3698
Hours
Church offices are open 9:00am – 3:00pm Monday through Thursday.