CLT Slate 2026-27
This year’s CLT Slate continues to reflect the strength, faith, and diversity of leadership within our John Wesley Methodist Church family. These individuals are not only deeply committed to Christ, but they have also demonstrated a consistent love for the mission and people of JWMC. They are leaders who are already engaged, already serving, and already bearing fruit among us.
Your CLT Chair and I had the opportunity to spend time with our new nominees, Elizabeth Bozeman and Courtney Gray. In both conversations, we were reminded of something we say often—but never take for granted: God continues to raise up leaders from within our own church family. These women bring unique experiences, deep relational roots, and a clear passion for both discipleship and the next generation.
Elizabeth Bozeman has been part of JWMC since 2018 and represents a strong connection to both the life of our church and the broader community. She and her husband, Adam, have invested in the spiritual formation of students through their previous teaching in our 6th–12th grade Sunday school ministry. Elizabeth’s heart for education is evident as she prepares to begin her Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction, and her leadership extends into her family life, her children’s school, and even onto the ice as a coach for her daughter’s hockey team. She brings a thoughtful, relational, and forward-thinking perspective to the CLT.
Courtney Gray brings a complementary strength through her daily work in education and her deep investment in the life of our church and school. As a teacher at John Wesley Christian School, she is shaping young lives every day with both excellence and care. Her involvement in Vacation Bible School, the communion team, and her consistent presence in the life of the church reflect a servant’s heart. Courtney carries a particular passion for the well-being of children and families, and her leadership will help ensure that we continue to be a church that prioritizes the next generation in meaningful ways.
As always, our Core Leadership Team is designed to provide spiritual discernment, governance, and direction for the future of our church. These leaders help us remain aligned with our mission—to connect people to Jesus—and to steward well the opportunities God has placed before us.
This year, several members will be rolling off the CLT (Josh Fuchs, Jami Echols, and Bob Schindler). If you know any of these three people, please show your gratitude and appreciation of their service to our church.
The JWMC congregation will vote on the entire 2026–2027 CLT slate at our upcoming Church Conference on Sunday, May 17th at 5:00 p.m. We believe these candidates are well-prepared to serve and represent our congregation with wisdom, humility, and faithfulness in the year ahead.
As you prepare to vote, I encourage you to pray—for these leaders, for our church, and for the continued movement of the Holy Spirit among us.
Your CLT Chair and I had the opportunity to spend time with our new nominees, Elizabeth Bozeman and Courtney Gray. In both conversations, we were reminded of something we say often—but never take for granted: God continues to raise up leaders from within our own church family. These women bring unique experiences, deep relational roots, and a clear passion for both discipleship and the next generation.
Elizabeth Bozeman has been part of JWMC since 2018 and represents a strong connection to both the life of our church and the broader community. She and her husband, Adam, have invested in the spiritual formation of students through their previous teaching in our 6th–12th grade Sunday school ministry. Elizabeth’s heart for education is evident as she prepares to begin her Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction, and her leadership extends into her family life, her children’s school, and even onto the ice as a coach for her daughter’s hockey team. She brings a thoughtful, relational, and forward-thinking perspective to the CLT.
Courtney Gray brings a complementary strength through her daily work in education and her deep investment in the life of our church and school. As a teacher at John Wesley Christian School, she is shaping young lives every day with both excellence and care. Her involvement in Vacation Bible School, the communion team, and her consistent presence in the life of the church reflect a servant’s heart. Courtney carries a particular passion for the well-being of children and families, and her leadership will help ensure that we continue to be a church that prioritizes the next generation in meaningful ways.
As always, our Core Leadership Team is designed to provide spiritual discernment, governance, and direction for the future of our church. These leaders help us remain aligned with our mission—to connect people to Jesus—and to steward well the opportunities God has placed before us.
This year, several members will be rolling off the CLT (Josh Fuchs, Jami Echols, and Bob Schindler). If you know any of these three people, please show your gratitude and appreciation of their service to our church.
The JWMC congregation will vote on the entire 2026–2027 CLT slate at our upcoming Church Conference on Sunday, May 17th at 5:00 p.m. We believe these candidates are well-prepared to serve and represent our congregation with wisdom, humility, and faithfulness in the year ahead.
As you prepare to vote, I encourage you to pray—for these leaders, for our church, and for the continued movement of the Holy Spirit among us.
YOUR JW 2026-27 CLT SLATE:
Chairperson — Scott Chenoweth
Property Trustee — Bill Grayson
Finance — Linda Conyers
Pastor-Parish — Barb Dyer
At-Large Spiritual — Elizabeth
At-Large NextGen — Ashley Weaver
At-Large School — Courtney Gray
At-Large Long Range— Dick Francis
At-Large Groups — Carolyn Milby
At-Large Generosity — Debbie Godbold
At-Large Community Life — Jeff Ingram
At-Large Building Committee — Larry Leavell
Senior Pastor— Marty Dunbar
Reach Pastor— Trish Woodruff
School Director — Kim Hall
Secretary — Priscilla Novak
Chairperson — Scott Chenoweth
Property Trustee — Bill Grayson
Finance — Linda Conyers
Pastor-Parish — Barb Dyer
At-Large Spiritual — Elizabeth
At-Large NextGen — Ashley Weaver
At-Large School — Courtney Gray
At-Large Long Range— Dick Francis
At-Large Groups — Carolyn Milby
At-Large Generosity — Debbie Godbold
At-Large Community Life — Jeff Ingram
At-Large Building Committee — Larry Leavell
Senior Pastor— Marty Dunbar
Reach Pastor— Trish Woodruff
School Director — Kim Hall
Secretary — Priscilla Novak