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We exist to welcome, support, and inspire students through authentic worship, meaningful fellowship, deep-rooted teaching, and opportunities to serve.
Our Staff
We’ve got a team of awesome humans who are here for you—whether you need help navigating campus, have questions about faith, or just want to grab coffee. Come say hi!
Daniel Bueckman - Campus Pastor
Daniel Bueckman graduated from the University of Tennessee in 2021 with a major in Human Resources. He received his seminary training at the seminary in St. Louis. He joined the Chapel staff in July 2025. He enjoys great conversations, reading the scriptures, and all kinds of outdoor activities.
Dorinda Werner - Catalyst for Internationals Connect
Dorinda (Noack) Werner is a world traveler, but calls Texas HOME. She is the daughter of missionaries who have served as teachers of missionary kids in India, and Brazil. After spending her High School years in Brazil, Dorinda attended Concordia, St. Paul, MN to become a Director of Christian Education. She enjoys sports, Christian Music, Facebook, and conversations with international students. As a short-term missionary she has been blessed to serve in Guatemala and Africa. Her favorite Swahili phrase is "Kwa Imani"... By Faith (See Hebrews 11) Her favorite Bible Verse is John 16:33.
Eli Griffin- Evening Worship Coordinator
Eli Griffin is a Senior Mechanical Engineering student from Minneapolis, MN. He has the pleasure of serving as the Chapel’s evening worship coordinator. He loves worship, theology, and discipleship, and has also been involved with Impact Retreat and the Brotherhood of Aggie Mentors throughout my time in college. He would love to meet you, so feel free to reach out if you are interested in helping with contemporary worship or have any other questions!
Olivia Hearne - Student Intern
Olivia is from Spring, Texas and currently studies sociology at Texas A&M University As ULC’s Student Intern, she helps create meaningful connections through outreach, social media, and events. When she’s not serving with ULC, you can find her enjoying photography, grabbing coffee with friends, or spending time outdoors.
John Karle - Director for Campus Mission
John Karle is a 1989 graduate of Texas A&M University, having majored in what is now Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communications (ALEC). His seminary training was at Concordia Seminary in Saint Louis, Missouri and at the Lutherische Theologische Hochschule in Oberursel, Germany. He is currently a doctoral student with Leonard Sweet at Portland Seminary, Oregon. John and Jennifer are parents to four adult children. In their free time they choose to vacation both in the mountains and at the beach. They love the campus community!