2026 - 2027 Officers & Committee's Leadership
The Unit Church Ushers League of Illinois, Inc. appointed officers and committee leaders help carry forward the work of the League through education, outreach, training, music, health, history, public relations, scholarship support, and organizational development.
Auditors
Darrelle Billington, Annie Green, Lenore Guyton
Supports the financial review process by helping ensure records are accurate, organized, and responsibly maintained.
Alumni Tribe #2
Myra Simpson, Shermon Brown
Helps keep alumni connected to the work of the League while honoring the legacy and continued service of past members.
By Laws
Sadie Boles
Supports the organization’s governing procedures by assisting with matters related to bylaws, structure, and organizational guidance.
Arts and Crafts
Patricia Hampton
Supports creative activities and projects that help promote fellowship, participation, and member engagement.
Audrey Morgan Resolution
Sylester T. Williams
Supports the resolution process by helping honor members, recognize service, and preserve meaningful organizational tributes.
Credential Committee
Teneshia Thomas,
Supports the credentialing process by assisting with member verification, records, and proper representation at organizational events.
Health & First Aid / Ollie Jones Health
Kimberly Evans, Sharon Hart
Promotes health awareness and first aid support for members and events across the League.
Education Department
Dr. Shelby Wyatt
Supports educational programming and leadership development that encourage learning, growth, and excellence among members.
Historical Committee
Valerie Harris
Helps preserve the history, milestones, and legacy of the Unit Church Ushers League of Illinois.
George T. Grier School of Ushering
Debra Gardner, Mary Owens
Supports usher training and instruction, helping members grow in service, discipline, and proper ushering standards.
Scholarship
Frances Patterson, Dianne Washington
Supports scholarship efforts that encourage educational achievement and recognize deserving students.
Outreach
Beatrice Relerford
Leads outreach efforts that extend the League’s service beyond the church walls and into the community.
Parliamentarian
James N. Jones
Provides guidance on meeting procedures and organizational order, helping ensure business is conducted properly and respectfully.
Public Relations
Irene Brown, Faye Harris Buchanan
Supports communication, visibility, and public engagement for the League’s programs, events, and announcements.
Training and Development
Joanne Patterson
Strengthens member development through training, instruction, and leadership growth opportunities.
Ways and Means
Rhunette Williams, Carmen Hudson
Supports fundraising efforts that help sustain programs, events, and organizational initiatives.
William H. Davis
Willetta Chinn
Supports work connected to service, recognition, and organizational tradition.
Pastoral Advisor
Reverend Thomas Savage
Provides spiritual guidance, encouragement, and pastoral support to the League and its leadership.
Junior and Young People’s Department
Teneshia Thomas, Heather Day
Supports youth involvement and helps guide the next generation of ushers through service, leadership, and participation.
Music Department / State Choir
Robert Booker, Carmen Hudson, Rhunette Williams
Supports the music ministry and strengthens the role of the State Choir in worship, fellowship, and organizational events.