Folke Engstrom
Director
Folke oversees the church's overall direction, public accountability, and long-range partnerships with local civic and nonprofit actors.
Team
The people shaping care, worship, and community life.
Equmeniakyrkan Motala is held together by ministry leaders, coordinators, and practical organizers who keep the church responsive, safe, and rooted in local relationships.
Shared Leadership
A cross-functional team with visible roles
From pastoral care to finance and youth work, each team member carries a defined area of responsibility while contributing to the church's common mission.
Directory
Meet all eight team members
The team combines public leadership, volunteer support, safeguarding, operations, and direct community engagement across Motala.
Anna Lindberg
Board Chair
Anna leads board governance, guides annual priorities, and keeps strategic decisions aligned with the church's mission and stewardship commitments.
Johan Pettersson
Treasurer
Johan manages budget review, reporting discipline, and financial transparency so programs can grow without losing operational control.
Maria Nygren
Safeguarding Lead
Maria develops youth protection routines, volunteer screening practices, and clear response pathways for any welfare concern.
David Karlsson
Community Partnerships Lead
David coordinates collaboration with schools, charities, and neighborhood groups to connect church resources with practical local needs.
Sofia Ek
Youth Programs Coordinator
Sofia plans weekly gatherings, mentor support, and family communication so young people experience a stable and welcoming environment.
Lina Bergstrom
Pastoral Care Coordinator
Lina organizes visits, prayer support, and follow-up for members and neighbors facing illness, grief, or periods of instability.
Markus Sjostrom
Operations and Volunteer Lead
Markus keeps schedules, facilities, and volunteer logistics running smoothly so events and support efforts remain dependable week to week.
How The Team Works
Local leadership, practical follow-through, shared responsibility
The team meets across ministry and operations so decisions about worship, care, youth work, and community support stay coordinated instead of siloed.
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Visible roles
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Shared planning
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Direct local presence