Board Members

The Wesley Foundation is a ministry designed to let college age young adults know that someone cares about them in this time of transition from being someone's child to adulthood. The ministry could not exist without the help of the connectional church. We receive financial, instructional and spiritual support from the local churches. A link between the local church and our ministry unit is the Wesley Board. Our Board is made up of students, lay members and clergy of local churches from around the Springfield area; and, a representative from the District and the Annual Conference. We want to express our gratitude and give God thanks for these dedicated, committed church folks for their time, energy and resources they unselfishly give to us. We want you, the readers, to know who these awesome folks are...

Name: Betty Meacheam Church: First United Methodist Length of Time Served: 10 years Importance of Wesley: Fran Hood asked me and Bill (my husband) said stay on the board. Where else could I be exposed to such a great commited bunch of kids. Favorite Ice Cream Flavor:Butter Pecan
Name: Charlotte Hardin Church: Pitts Chapel UMC Length of Time Served: 1 year Importance of Wesley: To provide support to college-age students who are interested in sharing their love of Jesus Christ and promoting the ministry on campus and in the community. It's truly a blessing to be a part of this network! Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Chocolate Chip
Name: Dixie Sullenger Church: New Salem UMC Length of Time Served: 1 year Importance of Wesley: Passion for college students and God. Long time United Methodist, who believes in campus ministry. Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Pistachio Almond
Name: Fran Hood Church: Campbell UMC Length of Time Served: 8-10 yrs Importance of Wesley: Wesley is very important segment of our young church--they are our future. I enjoy being around them and hope to catch some of their enthusiasm.
Name: Jan Carroll Church: Schweitzer Length of Time Served: 10 yrs Importance of Wesley: Has been very rewarding watching this ministry grow over the years (both in numbers and spirituality). Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Chocolate
Name: Judy Clements Church: Asbury UMC Length of Time Served: 3 yrs Importance of Wesley: I started on the board due to my daughter being invovled in Wesley and it was awesome to see how the kids loved this ministry and I wanted to help continue it on. Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Chocolate
Name: Marie Buxton Church: First United Methodist Length of Time Served: 8 yrs Importance of Wesley: I am the representative from St. Paul. I think the young people are awesome young Christians. They make my day. Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Vanilla
Name: Rhonda Galbraith Church: undecided-offically Campbell UMC Length of Time Served: 4 yrs Importance of Wesley: My College experience with a similar ministry made such huge difference in my life. I want to give back! Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Real Vanilla Bean
Name: Shirley Virdon Church: King's Way UMC Length of Time Served: 15+ yrs Importance of Wesley: Wesley represents the future of the United Methodist Church and I like being around the college students and hearing and seeing them grow in their spiritual life. Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Vanilla Bean Vanilla
Name: Stan Garmer Church: Antioch UMC Length of Time Served: 10 yrs Importance of Wesley: Involvement in a ministry, meeting the needs (spiritual) of college students Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Chocolate
Name: Fred D. Royer, Retired Paster Church: Asbury Length of Time Served: 1st yr Importance of Wesley: Always had a passion for yong people attempting to further their education and lives Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Strawberry
Name: Suzanne Drennon Church: Mt. Carmel UMC Length of Time Served: ? Importance of Wesley: A good place for students to connect with each other in a spiritutal and special way. Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Peanut Butter Cup
Name: Barbara McKay Church: First UMC Length of Time Served: 2yrs Importance of Wesley: A good social and spiritual place for students to be together with one another.
Name: Rusty Swift Church: Hood UMC Length of Time Served: 1st year Importance of Wesley: Students need a safe haven away from home. Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Homemade peach
Name: Mary Ann Swift Church: Hood UMC Length of Time Served: 1st year Importance of Wesley: A place for students to get together, meet others, and get to know other faithful students
Name: Kent and Linda McPhail Church: Wesley UMC Length of Time Served: 2nd yr Importance of Wesley: A good place fo socialization and spiritual connection.