
Creede Community Church, UCC
Leadership
2026 Annual Congregational Meeting
February 8, 2026
essential docs:
Church Board & Officers:
Moderator: Susan Birdsey; Vice Moderator: Leslie Dustin
Treasurer: Julia Blanks; Clerk: Jake Harbour
The Board consists of officers and chairs of standing committees. We meet monthly to review finances and current projects, receive reports, and approve plans for the future. The Board oversees the Pastor Relations Committee, which consists of the Vice Moderator, and a representative of the Deacons and of the Trustees.
Deacons:
The Deacons oversee Church worship and the care of our congregation and neighbors in the wider community. Deacons also meet with those interested in membership. They oversee the Worship Team, Music, and Choir.
Current Deacons: Christy Craig, Lori Dooley, Scotty Lamb, Millynn Teal, and Jim VanRy.
Trustees:
The Trustees have oversight of budget and financial matters, stewardship, and maintenance of the physical plant. Trustees oversee the House Committee and the annual Stewardship Campaign.
Current Trustees: Debbie Whitmore, chair; George Ameel, Michael Dubbs, Jenni Harbor, Keith Mendeke, Stan Tucker-McDermott
Ministry Teams:
Christian Life Education (& Safe Church Team): Meghan Kern, Children & Family Ministry Coordinator
Mission and Outreach: Michael Dubbs, chair
Helping Hands: Bethany Andre, chair
Ladies Aid Society: Millynn Teal, President; Jenny VanRy, Vice President
For more information, contact a Board Member or Officer.