EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Jo-Ann Russell is a dedicated professional with a rich background in human services. She holds a B.S. degree in Psychology/Counseling from Regent University, focusing on Substance Abuse Treatment, and an associate degree from the International School of Ministries. Her career includes roles such as a Home Study Writer for foster children, an Advocate for the homeless, a Case Manager Supervisor for a SIDS prevention program, a Volunteer Crisis Call Counselor at a Women’s Domestic Violence Shelter, and a crisis hotline operator for the mentally ill. 

Jo-Ann is passionate about helping people overcome life’s challenges. She has been married to Andrew for 27 years, and they have a blended family of six adult children, along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

Summary: Jo-Ann Russell is a highly experienced human services professional with a strong educational background and a passion for helping others. 

PRESIDENT, BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Andrew is an ordained Minister, and holds an Associate Degree from the International School of Ministry. Andrew has a passion for assisting people to overcome their struggle with addictions.

Andrew served in the capacity of teaching, and pastoral care responsibilities for more than 18 years. For more than 9 years, Andrew and his wife Jo-Ann implemented and served as directors for “Marriage and Family MATTERS” at a local church in Lincoln, NE. Together, they formed and facilitated groups for couples in different stages of marriage. Pre-marital preparation classes and marriage coaching were also overseen by Andrew and his wife.

Andrew and his wife, Jo-Ann, have been married for 27 years and have a blended family of 6 adult children, a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren.

SEC./TREAS, BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Peggy is a retired financial industry representative centering around customer service and spanning nearly 50 years in the industry.  She is passionate for the local church and spends many hours of volunteer time in various outreach activities in the church and community. After living nearly 35 years in the Chicago area she moved back to Lincoln in 2019 to be closer to her farming roots.  She enjoys traveling and time spent with her extended family and friends.

BOARD MEMBER

Pastor Dustin Sutter joined the LTW board of directors in the summer of 2024. He brought with him a decade of experience from Lincoln City Church, where he serves as Executive Pastor. His roles include teaching foundational classes for adults and leading technological innovations within the church. On a personal note, Pastor Dustin is married to his wife Heather, and together they have two children.