Pastors Loren and Joy Hirschy have been serving the Lord in full time ministry for over 35 years. They have been the lead pastors of Word of Life Church in Dubuque, IA since 1985. People look up to them for their character, depth in the Word, and genuine love for people. They also have special gift for lifting marriages and families.

Pastor Loren is a graduate of Rhema Bible Training College. Pastor Joy is a graduate of Life Bible Academy. Both earned a Masters Degree in Theology from Life Christian University. 

Native Iowans, graduates of ISU/UD and Kirkwood, they parent one child, while bringing extensive experience in worship and prayer to WOLC. 

Both graduates of Loras College (and Morgan, LCU) they parent three children, with Luke serving as the board treasurer and Morgan as worship leader.

Both born in South Africa, they have extensive experience in farming, business, and ministry. Paul leads the men's ministry at WOLC.

Both RBTC grads (and Greg, LBA), Greg and Laurie have two adult children, are long-time members of WOLC, and serve and support in a variety of capacities.

Both grads of RBTC, and new parents, Carson serves on the men's team, and Miranda on the women's.

Both LBA grads, and 14-year members of WOLC, the Pfohl's lead the Assimilation Team.