Board of Trustees

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Our Board of Trustees includes our Senior Minister, President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, 2 Trustees & a Unity World Headquarters Representative.

President:
Teresa King

Teresa has been a UVC member since 2023.

A member of Sisters of Myrtle Fillmore, volunteering at multiple events
Attends book studies, classes, Open Mic, and the Women’s Retreat
Assistant controller of a family-owned construction company for 10 years

“Doing my spiritual work means trusting my instincts and saying yes to classes, experiences and adventures that may take me out of my comfort zone to be challenged and grow. It means doing the work that keep me feeling centered, grounded and in the flow."
Board term expires 2027

Vice President:
Dennis Smith

Dennis has been attending UVC since 2008 and has been active in the community as former President of The Men of Unity and leader of the Adopt-A-Highway Program for many years. He is retired military ( 20 years of active federal service) attaining the rank of lieutenant colonel. He graduated from Senior Service College and spent 2007 in Iraq as a peace keeper in action. He is currently self-employed as the CEO of his residential rental property business. He brings to the Board a unique skillset he has developed from his diverse background. Including a Masters in Strategic Studies and his experience of being a managing partner of local apartment complexes. “I am happy to have made so many friends at UVC. I love UVC & want to contribute to the leadership.”
Board term expires 2026

Treasurer:
Dean Levene

Dean has been a UVC member since 2023.

Served on the BOT for three years at previous church
Volunteers as Prayer Chaplain, Fellowship helper, Men of Unity
Has co-facilitated Adventures In Spirituality (AIS) group
Attends a multitude of classes and workshops offered at UVC

Dean says….
“I would like to see UVC prosper and grow”.
He has “a long history with the Unity movement” and brings to the table a background in finance.
“I pray every morning to support my prayer chaplain work and to get my daily injection of spiritual power.”
Board term expires 2028

Secretary:
Debra Powell

Debra has been a registered member of UVC for 7 years and has attended multiple Unity churches.

Strong foundation in Unity principles.
A personal history of proven planning, organization, and management skills in a myriad of areas, including weekly volunteering in UVC office.

“Being of service to a spiritual center like UVC with core values of sharing love and compassion and the mission
of inspiring spiritual growth and abundant living
aligns with my life goals."
Board term expires 2026

Trustee:
Adam Johnson

Adam has been a UVC member since 2018.

Volunteers in Spirit School and after-service fellowship organization
Attends book studies, classes, and a Unity Retreat (2023)
Professional photographer and online resale business

“I feel that UVC is my spiritual community, my spiritual family, my spiritual home. I feel committed to the welfare of the church and am passionate about the message, power of connection, and fostering of Unity consciousness.”
Board term expires 2027

Trustee:
Lindsey Maki

Lindsey has been UVC member since 2014.

*Volunteers with Sisters of Myrtle and the Women’s Rising Retreat. Away from UVC Lindsey has volunteered with Red Cross, hospice, Ronald McDonald house and others
Has facilitated book groups at UVC and has participated in numerous small groups and deep dives
Currently in Martha Creek’s Extraordinary Leaders Program and has taken most of the SEE courses required to enter ministerial school

Lindsey says….
“Spiritual work for me comes down to knowing myself….it’s about honoring my journey.”
“I feel as though my experience with Unity, therapy and personal growth has positioned me as someone uniquely qualified to help guide others towards personal growth and transformation.”
“I am grateful for the opportunity to be considered for the board. It seems like the obvious next step for me personally and for UVC. I believe our relationship has been reciprocal and I hope to maintain that and encourage others to view their relationship with our ministry the same way.”
Board term expires 2028

Minister:
Rev. Erin McCabe

Rev. Erin McCabe brings a refreshing style to our Unity Movement. Ordained in 2005, Rev. Erin spent two years on the road with her message and soul-filled music traveling to over 50 Unity centers from coast to coast before serving for 5 years at Unity of Montclair. In 2011, she began serving as the Senior Minister & CEO of Unity Village Chapel. Rev. Erin serves on the Association for Global New Thought on the Advisory Leadership Council led by Rev. Dr. Michael Beckwith. She is the Founding Director of AGNT Speaks and Campaign for Consciousness. She is a singer-songwriter and has released multiple music and meditation CDs.

Unity Representative:
Rev. Mark Fuss

Unity Worldwide Headquarters: Director, Outreach & Engagement

Ordained a Unity minister in 2009, Rev. Mark Fuss has served Unity for more than a decade in several different roles. Mark started his Unity career at the Unity Village Bookstore and Coffee Shop while also being enrolled in school at Unity Institute® and Seminary. After his graduation he became Director of Admissions and Continuing Education for Unity Institute, and then moved into the Development Department in 2016. He also served as senior minister of Unity Spiritual Center in Springfield, Missouri, from 2010–2011. Before coming to Unity, Mark spent more than 20 years in retail management at the district and regional level.

Mark has a Diploma in Unity Ministry from Unity Institute and Seminary and is completing an Executive Certificate in Religious Fundraising through the Lake Institute for Philanthropy and Duke Divinity School.

As a Board, we practice:
Love
Integrity
Gratitude
Visionary Innovation
Unity

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BOT Commitment Expectation

Sex Offender
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Inclement Weather & Evacuation Preparedness

We care about the safety of our congregation. Since Missouri sometimes experiences snow, ice, and tornadoes, we have prepared for inclement weather and evacuation for proper storm shelter. Please review the documents and video for more info!

Evacuation Procedures

Inclement weather policy

Evacuation Map

Storm Shelter Map