Third Sunday of Advent Devotion
December 11, 2024 – As we prepare for Christmas, we will be sharing weekly devotions.
Mission, Vision & Core Values
Mission
To serve people through a ministry of love, compassion and mercy in the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Vision
To be identified in our marketplace as a partner in our communities and a leader in providing quality health and human services.
Core Values
- Christian Calling
We are called by God’s command to serve others. - Caring
We care, with love and compassion, for the total wellbeing of the people entrusted to us. - Quality
We provide quality services with competent staff who are courteous and professional. - Integrity
We hold as a sacred trust each life we touch, honoring our promises, acting ethically in our practices and being good stewards of our resources. - Dedication
We hold as a sacred trust each life we touch, honoring our promises, acting ethically in our practices and being good stewards of our resources. - Improvement
We continuously strive to serve others better.
Careers
Work with Us
Join our team and enjoy a supportive and fun work environment! We offer our valued employees health, vision, and dental insurance, generous paid time off, 401K, discounted child daycare, and more. With over 500 dedicated staff across eight counties—Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Centre, Clearfield, Fulton, Huntingdon, and Somerset—you’ll thrive in a workplace that values both your well-being and professional growth.
Career OpportunitiesLearn more about our open positions and how to apply.
BenefitsView all of the benefits and rewards of working for ALSM.
Leadership Team
The leadership team of ALSM includes executives who are committed to serving our organization and their communities.
Christopher Reighard
President & CEO
Chris Reighard oversees ALSM’s finances, future projects and children’s services.
Pr. Ralph Hamer
Director of Pastoral Care and Congregational Relations
Pr. Hamer oversees residents spiritual care and serves as a community liaison to congregations.
Julie Horner
Director of Human Resources
Julie oversees the day-to-day human resource functions of the organization.
Jeremy Schrader
Administrator, The Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg
Jeremy oversees The Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg campus.
Margaret Brumbaugh
Administrator, The Oaks at Pleasant Gap
Peggy oversees The Oaks at Pleasant Gap campus.
Andrea Schurr
Community & Public Relations Manager
Andrea oversees Advancement, Marketing and Public Relations.
Tonya Carson
Director, Children’s Services
Tonya oversees ALSM’s children’s services and programs.
Brian Lilly
Network Administrator
Brian oversees ALSM’s IT network and security.
Cassandra Sweeney
Controller
Cassie oversees ALSM’s finances.
Board of Trustees
ALSM’s Board of Trustees represents the service area of the Allegheny Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church of America. Complying with the affiliation standards set for social ministry organizations of the ELCA, the people who serve on our policy-making board are selected for their diversity, experience and expertise.
- Helen Brenneman
Chair - The Rev. Vicki Beilfuss
Vice-Chair - Bill Thompson
Treasurer - Tommi Burchfield
Secretary - Allegheny Synod Representative
- Samuel Clapper
Board Member - John Forney
Board Member - Suzy Egan Glenn
Board Member - William Lloyd
Board Member - Andrea Paul
Board Member
Our child care & family services promote intellectual, emotional, spiritual and physical development. We offer preschool, after-school care and parental support.
ALSM provides full care through our senior living communities, including independent living in apartments and assisted living.
