BOARD OF DIRECTORS

At Faith Community, we believe faithful ministry includes thoughtful, responsible leadership and stewardship of the resources God has entrusted to us.


Our Mission & Ministry Board of Directors (MMD) provides leadership, guidance, and oversight for Faith Community Lutheran Church & Schools. Elected by the congregation in accordance with our Constitution and Bylaws, the Board operates through a policy-based governance model, working alongside pastoral and executive leadership to establish strategic direction, promote responsible stewardship, and support the long-term health and growth of our ministries.


Through prayerful leadership, integrity, and accountability, the MMD helps ensure that our church and schools remain faithful to God's Word and focused on our shared mission of Inviting People to Know Jesus.

  • BRENT BAKER

    President

    Brent Baker is Chief of Staff for Mission Support and Test Services, the management and operating contractor for the Nevada National Security Sites, where he integrates executive operations and oversees departments including Counterintelligence, Internal Audit, and Protocol. Before joining MSTS in 2019, he held global talent acquisition advisory and leadership roles with high tech and national security firms. A 1996 West Point graduate, Brent previously served as a U.S. Army Aviation Officer. He is an active community leader in Las Vegas, serving on the boards of FIRST Nevada and volunteering with his company. Additionally, he volunteers with the West Point Field Force to mentor and recruit the next generation of military leaders. Brent and his wife Amee, the Director of Women’s and Children’s Services at Southern Hills Hospital, enjoy serving as ushers at the contemporary service and volunteering at special events. Their son Luke is enrolled at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology pursuing dual degrees in Computer Science and Engineering.

  • MIKE VACCARI

    TREASURER

    Mike Vaccari is a construction management executive with more than 26 years of experience leading large commercial projects. He has been a member of Faith Community Lutheran Church for nearly 10 years and has served as Board Treasurer for the past 18 months, supporting the church’s financial stewardship and long-term planning. Mike is known for his leadership, integrity, and commitment to both his profession and his community. He and his wife serve on communion team together and he closely supports the church development committee. In his spare time, he enjoys camping, hiking, and mountain biking. He also values spending quality time with his wife and two children.  

  • CINDY JACKSON

    SECRETARY

    Cindy Scheer Jackson and her husband, Brian, relocated to Las Vegas from Wayzata, Minnesota in September 2020. She is a skilled operations and marketing executive, experienced in leading large teams across national and international organizations in both the private and public sectors. Her experience in policy-based governance includes President at Crossview Lutheran Church in Edina, Minnesota, as well as roles with Concordia University (Seward, NE) Foundation and as a Regent of the university. She is currently Secretary of the Mission and Ministry Board (MMD) at FCLC and served on a previous Faith Call Committee. She participates in Bible studies, Altar Guild, and the Communion Team. Cindy is passionate about continuous learning and mentoring future leaders. She has adult step-children residing in the Twin Cities and Kansas City.

  • RAVI ABRAHAM

    Ravi Abraham has lived in the Las Vegas area for 25 years. He is married to Priya and has two adult children, Akash and Ishan. Ravi has over 20 years of experience leading operations, credit risk, and transformation teams for large financial institutions like Wells Fargo and HSBC. The Abraham family has been a member of Faith Community since 2008. The family actively volunteers on the communion and technology teams at the church. Ravi is the past MMD Board of Directors President and has been on the board for the past 5 years including 3 years as Treasurer. Outside of work, Ravi likes to travel with his family, try different cuisines and is an avid NFL fan.

  • DAVID LEE

    David Lee has been married for 31 years and is the father of three adult children. A practicing attorney for over 32 years, he founded his own firm in 1997 and has tried cases across six states, presenting arguments before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Nevada Supreme Court. David has been a member of Faith Community Lutheran Church for 15 years, actively serving as a volunteer for the past decade. He has served on the Mission and Ministry Board (MMD) for five years, including three years as President, and currently chairs the Call Committee for the next Senior Pastor. Beyond his professional and church commitments, David is deeply invested in youth development through sports. He has coached more than 100 teams, ranging from 3-year-old soccer to high school-level athletics.

  • Dr. DARIUS "Bo" CHAPMAN

    Dr. Darius “Bo” Chapman moved to Las Vegas in 2018 and serves as a high school theology teacher at Faith Lutheran Middle School and High School. Prior to that, he spent 20 years in student ministry, serving 11 years at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Macomb, MI, and 9 years at Trinity Lutheran in Tyler, TX. Bo holds a Ph.D. in Human Resource Development from the University of Texas at Tyler and is a commissioned minister in the Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod, certified as a Director of Christian Education through Concordia University Texas. Over his 28 years in ministry, he has spoken widely at Lutheran schools and district events, driven by a passion for strengthening the church and sharing the Gospel. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, listening to 80s hair bands, watching Cincinnati Bengals, and spending time with his children.

  • JEFF LOMAS

    Jeff Lomas is a husband, father, and follower of Christ who is grateful for the blessings God has given him, especially his family. After spending much of his career in law enforcement, he continues to work in cybersecurity and enjoys opportunities to learn, grow, and share his knowledge with others through teaching. His faith is important to him, and he strives to keep God’s Word at the center of his life, recognizing that following Christ is a daily journey of grace and humility. He values time with his family, meaningful conversations about faith, playing board games with friends and family, and being part of a church community where he can grow alongside other believers.

  • DAN KOBER

    Daniel (Dan) Kober was raised in the LCMS and attended Lutheran schools throughout his education, graduating from Concordia University, Nebraska, where he prepared to serve as a Lutheran educator with concentrations in Computer Science and Mathematics. In 2010, he received a call to Faith Lutheran Middle School & High School, where he has served for 17 years in roles including Computer Science teacher, Robotics Program Lead, and Varsity Track & Field coach, and currently serves as Director of Technology and Innovation. Dan and his wife, Rebecca, have been members of Faith Community Lutheran Church since 2013, where their three children were baptized and are being raised in the faith. He is passionate about Lutheran education, developing future Christian leaders, and helping the church and school remain grounded in their mission while thoughtfully preparing for the future. Outside of work, Dan likes to spend time with his family and watching his children excel and succeed in the interests and activities they love. 

  • JANE YACobelLIS

    Jane Yacobellis was born in New York City and raised in Connecticut, later living in California before relocating to Las Vegas in 2002. She was married to her husband, John, for 36 years until his passing in 2017. She is the mother of one son, Christopher, a finance graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Since 2003, she has served as an Office Assistant to Kathleen A. Leavitt, supporting creditors’ hearings and providing administrative coordination. A devoted member of Faith Community Lutheran Church since 2004, she faithfully served on the Altar Guild for over two decades and has led the ministry since 2018. She also leads the weekly Prayer Connect gathering, actively participates in Bible studies, and is engaged in a home-based Grace Group, reflecting a deep commitment to prayer, service, and spiritual community.