BOARD OF TRUSTEES
SUSAN HARP
Susan has regularly attended UKCN for approximately 20 years, having updated and reinstated her membership in 2013. Since rejoining our spiritual community, Susan has played a major role – particularly in our music ministry. She has served as choir director, vocalist, pianist and music co-leader for our annual Women’s Retreat for many years.
Susan is “excited about the possibilities that lie ahead for the church.” She says, “Our church is growing, and as we grow new areas of expansion and opportunity also emerge. I feel called to rise as a leader in this time as we continue to navigate the pandemic...”
Susan also brings valuable work experience from her years working at the University of Kansas Cancer Center & UMKC. This includes 25 years of grant development, budget creation, fiscal management and administrative experience. She has also run her own small business (yoga studio) and worked on the non-profit side in theatre and opera.
Susan is “excited about the possibilities that lie ahead for the church.” She says, “Our church is growing, and as we grow new areas of expansion and opportunity also emerge. I feel called to rise as a leader in this time as we continue to navigate the pandemic...”
Susan also brings valuable work experience from her years working at the University of Kansas Cancer Center & UMKC. This includes 25 years of grant development, budget creation, fiscal management and administrative experience. She has also run her own small business (yoga studio) and worked on the non-profit side in theatre and opera.
TOMMY CARTER
Tommy began attending UKCN in spring of 2016. He currently serves as co-leader of our Events Team, ensuring our Thanksgiving Gratitude Dinner and End of Summer Celebration are a special time for all. Tommy is also an active member of our Music Team and UKCN Men. In the past, he facilitated our Vibe Alive drum circle.
When considering the question of what motivates him to serve on the Board of Trustees, Tommy says, “I am called to help our church move through these turbulent times in our world today and grow in love and in numbers.” He says he enjoys being a “big kid” and love to help out where he can with creativity, zeal, love, and acceptance of all.
When considering the question of what motivates him to serve on the Board of Trustees, Tommy says, “I am called to help our church move through these turbulent times in our world today and grow in love and in numbers.” He says he enjoys being a “big kid” and love to help out where he can with creativity, zeal, love, and acceptance of all.
JANE RAY
Jane has been a member of our spiritual family since 1989. Jane has been a chaplain for the last ten years and is an experienced UKCN leader, serving as a member of the Unity Leadership Team for the last five years, as well as coordinating the We Care Team. She also served on the Board of Trustees previously, from 2016-2021. During that time she held the positions of Member-at-Large, Secretary, and Vice President.
Outside of church, Jane has offered support in committees while employed at Hallmark Cards from 1979-2020. Regarding her motivation to serve on our Board of Trustees, Jane says that she is interested in making a positive difference to this world in which we live, and that she cares about this community and wants to see it thrive. As a leader she offers trustworthiness, kindness, honesty, deep listening, and a willingness to learn and be open to new ways.
Outside of church, Jane has offered support in committees while employed at Hallmark Cards from 1979-2020. Regarding her motivation to serve on our Board of Trustees, Jane says that she is interested in making a positive difference to this world in which we live, and that she cares about this community and wants to see it thrive. As a leader she offers trustworthiness, kindness, honesty, deep listening, and a willingness to learn and be open to new ways.
SHAWN RYAN
Shawn has been attending UKCN for several years and took the step into formal membership in 2019. Since that time, she has been very active in our community, becoming manager of Reflections Bookstore that year. She also played a vital role on the Exploration Committee in 2020-2021, and was on the “Joy-Filled and Grateful” fundraiser team. Shawn also serves as an usher. Over her time here, Shawn has taken several classes and enjoys attending the Women’s Retreat each year.
In her professional life, Shawn has served in leadership roles for many years and directed teams of employees, led projects, and served on boards of various professional associations. She says she is inspired to serve on the board here because, “I love the people of UKCN and I really want to contribute more to the future success of this wonderful place.”
In her professional life, Shawn has served in leadership roles for many years and directed teams of employees, led projects, and served on boards of various professional associations. She says she is inspired to serve on the board here because, “I love the people of UKCN and I really want to contribute more to the future success of this wonderful place.”
MARILYN LEGLER
Marilyn has been a member of UKCN for 25+ years. She has a deep love and loyalty for our church community, which she calls her second family. Marilyn is the coordinator of the Welcome Team and has served on the Visibility Team, Joy-Filled & Grateful/Summer Love Team, in the book store, and is a member of the choir. She has been taking personal growth classes since 1994.
Outside of church, Marilyn has been active in our larger community through her volunteer work with the elderly, youth, PTA and other local groups. Her professional career includes employment with the Integrity Branch of the Social Security Administration. She has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, with a minor in Sociology. Regarding her motivation to serve on our Board of Trustees, Marilyn says she would love to see our church grow and make a difference locally and in the world.
Outside of church, Marilyn has been active in our larger community through her volunteer work with the elderly, youth, PTA and other local groups. Her professional career includes employment with the Integrity Branch of the Social Security Administration. She has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, with a minor in Sociology. Regarding her motivation to serve on our Board of Trustees, Marilyn says she would love to see our church grow and make a difference locally and in the world.
DEBI OVERTON
The Board of Trustees holds an open meeting the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM. If you have an item you would like to have included on the agenda, please email Rev Myra or our current Board President, Susan Harp, no later than the 2nd Tuesday of the month.