UALC Church Council
Congregational Meetings
Upcoming Meeting:
Spring Congregational Meeting
Our next meeting will be April 28, 2024, 12:30 pm at the Mill Run Campus. We'll vote on the slate of nominees for Church Council and Nominating Committee along with hearing a report from Pastor Steve and Church Council.
A light lunch will be provided.
Questions? Email council@ualc.org.
Nominees: Council and Nominating Committee
Carol Davis
Council
Term: 3-Year
Years Attending UALC: 35
Spouse: Bryan • Children: Rawley, Jack, Anna; two grandchildren
Campus: Lytham Road
My Prayer for UALC: that we continue to put Jesus and His Word at the center of all aspects of decision making, and that our renovation project goes smoothly and on track.
I’d like you to know this about me: I have had an eclectic church background, as well as career path that I hope gives me unique perspectives. Our children live in three different time zones, so I love to travel out of necessity.
Nancy Jeggle
Nominating Committee
Term: 2-Year
Years Attending UALC: 28
Spouse: Scott • Children: Karla (age 27), Laura (age 24)
Campus: Lytham Road
My Prayer for UALC: That we keep the Bible and the work of Jesus as our foundation. I pray that every member experiences the joy (and responsibility) of having kingdom influence. May we continually seek opportunities to deepen our own faith and to boldly share the good news of Jesus with others. Draw the community into our church. Connect and witness again and again.
I’d like you to know this about me: I’m social. It is a gift from God that has repeatedly given me opportunities to see others as precious. I desire to listen, pray, and serve.
Steven (Steve) Espe
Council
Term: 3-Year
Years Attending UALC: 5
Spouse: Karen • Children: Lauren and Kristen; three young grandchildren
Campus: Mill Run
My Prayer for UALC: I am constantly thankful that God looks at me as a work-in-progress; and I pray that UALC continues to grow as a real family and in the gifts that He brings.
I’d like you to know this about me: I'm a life-long Lutheran growing up in suburban Minneapolis. I have lived in the Hilliard area for the last 35 years. I'm recently retired after a 40+ year career with Columbia Gas/NiSource.
Kent Usher
Council
Term: 3-Year
Years Attending UALC: 24+
Children: Mark, Matthew
Campus: Mill Run
My Prayer for UALC: That we would worship God. Be and make disciples of Christ. Be Christ's body, one with each other and God. Learn and teach biblical doctrine. Fellowship, observe the Lord's supper, and pray.
I’d like you to know this about me: I try to be very approachable and un-offendable. You are important to God and me. I pray for you when I think of you.
Jill Wisecup
Nominating Committee
Term: 2-Year
Years Attending UALC: 50+
Spouse: Drew • Child: Tanner
Campus: Lytham Road
My Prayer for UALC: The church has been so instrumental in my life, and I pray that both campuses will continue to grow and thrive in unity. I pray we can be the "oasis" for people searching for answers, comfort, a rest.
I’d like you to know this about me: I am thankful for my husband and I reaching our 25th wedding anniversary. We love all things outdoors, fishing, canoeing, and camping. My son, Tanner, is a senior at Tree of Life Christian School and will graduate in May. He plans to attend Columbus State in the Fall, and eventually Ohio State.
Jane D. Leach
Council Vice-Chair
Term: 3-Year
Years Attending UALC: 30
Spouse: Don • Children: Gwen (Matthew), Anna (Paul), and two grandchildren
Campus: Lytham Road
My Prayer for UALC: Is guided by the scripture found in Philippians 2:3 “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.”
I’d like you to know this about me: I have listened to sermons throughout my life, and as a teen I heard four words that have guided my daily walk: Holy, Happy, Hopeful, Helpful. May these continue to give my life witness as I serve UALC.
Current Council Officers and Members
Council year runs from July 1 through June 30 each year.
Steve Mellum
Chair
Term Ends: 06/2025
Becky D’Onofrio
Member
Term Ends: 06/2024
Lindsay Notwell
Member
Term Ends: 06/2026
Steve Turnbull
Senior Pastor
Roy Gilliam
Vice Chair
Term Ends: 06/2026
Terry Gustafson
Member
Term Ends: 06/2026
Dan Overmyer
Member
Term Ends: 06/2025
Aaron Thompson
Executive Pastor
Elizabeth Seely
Past Chair
Term Ends: 06/2024
Kristen Henry
Member
Term Ends: 06/2026
Elaine Pierce
Member
Term Ends: 06/2024
Lee Anne Otto
Church Secretary
Bob Apel
Member
Term Ends: 06/2024
Lisa Igel
Member
Term Ends: 06/2025
Marcie Seidel
Member
Term Ends: 06/2025
Council Meetings
The Council Business meeting is open to the congregation. It takes place on the third Tuesday of the month. Please refer to the UALC Calendar to confirm specific dates and locations.
Congregational Meetings Recap
January 2024 Congregational Meeting Recap:
At the January 28 Congregational Meeting, we voted and approved the Call Committee's recommendation for Aaron Thompson to serve as a UALC Pastor. We heard an update on the Together campaign progress and saw photos of the Lytham Road Campus construction. We also celebrated the ministry of Pastor Dave and Pam Mann for their 50 years of service to God at UALC.
If you have questions regarding the meeting, email council@ualc.org.
August 2023 Congregational Meeting Recap:
At the August 27 Congregational Meeting, the votes were approved for a Call Committee for Aaron Thompson (to call him as one of our pastors), the 2024 budget, and to allow a mortgage to support construction financing for the Together project. Reports were also made by Pastor Steve and members of Church Council.
If you have questions regarding the meeting, email council@ualc.org.