I am excited to be running as a candidate for the UTC Board of Trustees. I like the direction that we as a congregation are heading and I would be honored to be a part of the team leading us forward.
In the fall of 2004 I drove from Grayling for 7 weeks to attend the “Keys to the Kingdom” class. It was the beginning of my UTC journey. I became a member shortly after that and served a 3-year term on the Board beginning in the mid 2000’s. It was a challenging time for UTC and It initiated me into the inner world and inner workings of UTC.
My daughter challenged me to clarify my intention for running for the board. It made me stop and examine my intentions a little deeper. UTC is my home and family. It is an amazing spiritual center that strives to offer us avenues to deepen our spirituality and connect with other like-minded folks. I am excited and motivated to be a part of this thriving energetic community in ways that benefit not only myself but, but everyone who enters our doors. And in all honesty- I want to serve while I am still able and have the energy and clarity to do so. I recognize that boards and their members are here to serve their constituents. I do that by observing and by listening to you share your ideas as well as your concerns.
Over the years I have served on other boards in addition to the UTC Board of Trustees:
Michigan Counseling Association Board
Michigan School Counselors Board
River House Shelter Board- Grayling, Mi- A Women’s shelter.
I spent several years as a school counselor- all levels- and after retiring from the school system in 2006 I opened a private counseling practice. As a therapist, I always strived to see both the bigger picture as well the important details. These skills have served me well in many areas of my life.