A Christian Camping and Retreat CenterThe Wilderness Fellowship MinistriesFostering Godly Intimacy Since 1972
Board Member Andy Neimi with wife Carissa My name is Andy Niemi. I live in Shoreview, MN with my wife of 25 years, Carissa. We have two children and will…
Board Treasurer
Board Member Brian Stephany with wife Kate What an honor it is to serve the Lord through TWFM. His presence and peace rests over this ministry – something experienced every…
Board Vice Chair
Board Member Keith Brask with wife Cindy I live in Lakeville, Minnesota, with my wife, Cindy, and son Matthew (13), and daughter Rachel (10). I’m a Residential Contractor, and I’ve…
Board Chair
Board Member LLoyd Hjelle with wife Sally Sally and I first began coming up to The Wilderness with our 3 little children in the 70’s and 80’s for the summer…
Associate Director
Ethan was born and raised in Dallas, Tx. From an early age he took an interest in music, starting on the violin when he was 6 years old. Later on…
Housekeeping
Brianna Klawitter Brianna is the 2nd eldest daughter of Randy and Renee. She has been cleaning the Prayer Cabins, Johnson Hall, Founders Fireside Retreat Center, and Shower houses for TWFM…
Office Administrator & Bookkeeper
Cheryl started working at TWFM in 2014. She brings bookkeeping and front office experience to TWFM, and counts it a privilege and a blessing to work at TWFM. She finds…
Executive Director
Randy is the third of 4 children born to Dick and Lois Klawitter, founders of TWFM. He first moved on to the property when Dick and Lois moved the family…