Officers & Committees | UCUL of Illinois

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.

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