Board of Directors

- SR. TERRI
  HOFFMAN
  
  President
  
  Sister Terri Hoffman is the Prioress of Mother of God Monastery. Sister Terri joined the monastic community in 2008 and has been blessed with many opportunities and the encouragement to grow, and to develop talents and gifts previously hidden. As Prioress her primary role is managing the care and wellbeing of the Sisters as well as overseeing the day to day operations of the Monastery.
  
  “I am looking forward to opening ourselves up to a new form of Benedictine life and a new ministry at this age in our lives.”
- SR. BARB
  YOUNGER
  
  Chairwoman
  
  Coming soon!
- Sr. eileen
  BRICK
  
  secretary
  
  S. Eileen Brick has been a Benedictine Sister of Mother of God Monastery for over 40 years. Her ministry has included education, initial religious formation, and spiritual direction. She is currently serving on the Monastery Council/Board of Directors and the Village of Harmony Hill Board of Directors.
  
  "It is such a blessing to be part of this project to provide for the life of our Sisters and to partner with others to share our Benedictine Gospel values with so many people from the surrounding communities."
- Michael
  Klatt
  
  DIRECTOR
  
  Michael Klatt spent nearly 35 years leading a nonprofit provider of senior care and services, programs for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities and veterans in a multi-state organization. He also served two terms on the Minnesota Board on Aging as an appointee of Governor Tim Pawlenty. A native of the Watertown, SD area, he returned to his home state in 2020. Michael serves as a trust manager for a family office in South Dakota. He also works with churches and religious communities on stewarding real estate assets and bringing ministry solutions to churches and their ministry objectives. Michael is active in several nonprofit boards in the Watertown area and owns his own consulting and executive leadership and development company.
- Joy
  Nelson
  
  DIRECTOR
  
  Joy Nelson is a life-long resident of the Watertown community and successful real estate developer. She has been instrumental in the growth of the Watertown area and many quality-of-life initiatives throughout South Dakota. Joy also has a deep passion for horses and helping youth and adults, which she does through a variety of specialized programs and services offered at Joy Ranch. She also serves on various boards within the community and has received numerous honors and recognitions for her “can do” attitude and commitment to supporting others.
  
  “The Sisters are quite amazing, and their legacy project clearly shows that. I’m excited to support them and help make their vision a reality!”
- Grover
  Sayer
  
  DIRECTOR
  
  Grover Sayer is an attorney at law with 12 years experience in senior housing and finance. He has extensive board member experience with nonprofit organizations including 12 years board of trustee chair with the University of Northwestern-St Paul, currently vice chair. Grover is a shareholder at the Sayer Law Group PLLC in Saint Paul, MN.
  
  “I’m looking forward to seeing the vision for ministry to seniors at Harmony Hill become a reality.”
- Hugh Bartels
  
  DIRECTOR
  
  Hugh Bartels is a four-term District 5 House Representative. He is currently a Chair of House Retirement Laws, a member of the Executive Board of Legislature, and on the Education and Commerce & Energy Committees. As a retired bank president, Hugh has been highly engaged in the Watertown community over the years through his service on the school board, Chamber of Commerce, Kiwanis and with his church. This commitment continues with his current roles on the Board of Directors of Reliabank Dakota, Joy Ranch of South Dakota and The Village of Harmony Hill.
  
  “The Sisters’ legacy will leave a profound impact on this community for generations, and I look forward to supporting their efforts.”
- Jan
  deberg
  
  DIRECTOR
  
  Jan DeBerg has been the Watertown Area Community Foundation executive director for more than 20 years, well-known for her work as a leader and volunteer in the community. Her involvement includes working with donors, facilitating community visioning processes and helping with the strategic planning of many local organizations. Jan sees the Village project as one with thoughtful and caring insight into community needs and priorities.
  
  “The Sisters at Mother of God Monastery will serve their own, but also continue to serve our region for generations to come through this incredible development. It is a true and lasting testament of their dedication to others.”
- David Hardie
  
  DIRECTOR
  
  Dave Hardie is a retired bank president having served various leadership positions in banks throughout the Mid-West. As a life-long resident of eastern South Dakota, Dave has served on various community committees and boards over the years. He is a fourth-generation cattleman and travels through the county to various horse shows and competitions.
  
  “I feel fortunate to be part of this great project and to be able to support the Sisters.”
- Mike
  Walsh
  
  DIRECTOR
  
  With over 25 years of working with the Benedictine Sisters, Michael Walsh is very excited to be on the Harmony Hill Board and looks forward to being part of this great project. Mike is a Vice President of JAG Capital Management (JAG) in St. Louis, Missouri. Since joining JAG in 1980, he has focused on providing portfolio management services to religious institutions. His additional areas of expertise include socially responsible investing, investment policy consultation, expense planning, and construction financing.