May 4, 2026
Employee Appreciation Week 2026: A Message from the President
Each year, Employee Appreciation Week offers a meaningful opportunity to pause, reflect and celebrate the people who bring Concordia’s mission to life every day. This year, as we celebrate 145 years of serving others, that gratitude feels especially profound. Because of our dedicated team members, Concordia continues to grow, evolve and extend compassionate care to […] Read More
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February 5, 2025
Concordia Names Kelsey Chromiak Concordia Private Care Manager
Kelsey Chromiak was recently appointed manager of Concordia Private Care while continuing to serve as business operations supervisor for Good Samaritan Hospice, both home and community services agencies of Concordia Lutheran Ministries. A graduate of Seton Hill University and Slippery Rock University, Chromiak began her career at Concordia in 2021 as a scheduler for Concordia […] Read More
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November 19, 2024
Concordia Announces Leadership Changes
Leonard Quimby, Director of Facility-Based Operations Leonard Quimby, NHA, was recently appointed director of facility-based operations at Concordia Lutheran Ministries. A graduate of Slippery Rock University, Quimby has worked in the healthcare industry for 26 years. As director of facility-based operations, Quimby will work in collaboration with Concordia’s chief operating officer to support the overall […] Read More
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October 23, 2024
Concordia Experts Highlight Senior Physical Therapy Benefits
October is National Physical Therapy Month and a time to raise awareness about the benefits of physical therapy for seniors. Physical therapy is often recommended by physicians, and in some states prescribed, to relieve pain; strengthen weakened muscles; and improve body mobility, balance and coordination. Physical therapy for seniors is especially important because it not […] Read More
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October 13, 2024
National Clergy Appreciation Month 2024: Lessons Learned from Residents and Patients
“The hearts of the saints have been refreshed through you.” – Philemon 1:7 October marks the month when Christians celebrate clergy and thank God for them as they serve with a willing heart, a joyful spirit and continued faithfulness. Concordia Lutheran Ministries was founded by a group of pastors in 1881, so we appreciate the […] Read More
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July 10, 2024
The Fernandez Family’s Journey of Caring at Concordia
Family is the root of Concordia’s culture. Our team members, persons served and community friends are united by the ties of our mission of caring – each a branch on our 143-year-old family tree with new shoots budding every day. Throughout our organization’s history, there have been numerous instances of spouses, siblings, parents and relatives […] Read More
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June 24, 2024
2024 Stephen W. Johnson Mission Award Finalists Celebrated
On Saturday, June 22, 2024, Concordia Lutheran Ministries announced the recipient of the organization’s highest employee honor, the Stephen W. Johnson Mission Award, at a banquet and ceremony held in celebration of the award’s 35 finalists. The award was created by an employee-led committee to honor Concordia’s late Chairman of the Board of Directors, Stephen […] Read More
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June 3, 2024
Concordia Names Karen Daum Chief Development Officer
Karen Daum was recently appointed Chief Development Officer of Concordia Lutheran Ministries. A graduate of Grove City College, Daum worked at Concordia from 2006 to 2018 in a different role before serving as major gifts officer, senior major gifts officer and vice president of development and communication for two other western PA non-profit organizations. “Concordia […] Read More
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April 23, 2024
40 Years of Caring at Concordia: Michele Kildoo
President and CEO Keith E. Frndak proclaimed the week of April 22, 2023 as Michele Kildoo Week at Concordia in recognition of her 40 years of service. Michele has exemplified Concordia’s Statements of Value since her first day on April 23, 1984. “When I first applied, I was looking for a good place to work,” […] Read More
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February 27, 2024
The Journey Here: Blaine (March 2024)
At Concordia Lutheran Ministries, we are blessed with a dedicated team of compassionate employees who help us carry out our mission of caring every day. Through our series of employee testimonials, “The Journey Here,” we’ll introduce you to team members, profiling their Concordia journey. The piece will be supplemented with a Q&A featured in our Faith […] Read More
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