Leadership
Since the time I was a child, I have known I was connected to something that was way bigger than just me. I attended a Methodist church as a child. My mother introduced me to Unity and New Thought principles when I was 16 years old and I immediately felt like I was home. Unity ignited in me a passion for truth ever since.
For over 40 years, I have had a desire to further understand my own divinity by exploring and playing with spirituality and God and then share that passion with others. This has led me to study several different teachers, masters, spiritual paths and understandings.
As a result, I have attended and taught more workshops and Sunday talks then I can remember. I love children and spent 9 years working with the Youth Of Unity(High Schoolers). I have spent 9 years serving on boards, including three as president. I have considered it an honor to have been in service to Unity and the community as long as I have been able to and am looking forward to continuing.
Since the time I was a child, I have known I was connected to something that was way bigger than just me. I attended a Methodist church as a child. My mother introduced me to Unity and New Thought principles when I was 16 years old and I immediately felt like I was home. Unity ignited in me a passion for truth ever since.
For over 40 years, I have had a desire to further understand my own divinity by exploring and playing with spirituality and God and then share that passion with others. This has led me to study several different teachers, masters, spiritual paths and understandings.
As a result, I have attended and taught more workshops and Sunday talks then I can remember. I love children and spent 9 years working with the Youth Of Unity(High Schoolers). I have spent 9 years serving on boards, including three as president. I have considered it an honor to have been in service to Unity and the community as long as I have been able to and am looking forward to continuing.
Chuck was born and raised in Grand Rapids and grew up in Unity, with his family being part of the Walker Church since its founding in 1961. He has served on the Board of Trustees for more than 20 years, including several years as Board President, and has volunteered in many other capacities—including as a sound engineer, musician, maintenance volunteer, fundraiser, and committee member. Outside of church, Chuck enjoys pickleball, golf, cycling, and spending time with his family. Most recently, he is especially enjoying his newest role: being a grandpa!
Chuck was born and raised in Grand Rapids and grew up in Unity, with his family being part of the Walker Church since its founding in 1961. He has served on the Board of Trustees for more than 20 years, including several years as Board President, and has volunteered in many other capacities—including as a sound engineer, musician, maintenance volunteer, fundraiser, and committee member. Outside of church, Chuck enjoys pickleball, golf, cycling, and spending time with his family. Most recently, he is especially enjoying his newest role: being a grandpa!
For nearly 15 years, Bill has shared his time, talents, wisdom, and heart with our Unity family. Always willing to step up and lend a hand wherever he is needed — on the Board, in the kitchen, on committees, on the platform, as a greeter, with our youth, and even drawing on his real estate experience to help us secure the building we now call home.
For nearly 15 years, Bill has shared his time, talents, wisdom, and heart with our Unity family. Always willing to step up and lend a hand wherever he is needed — on the Board, in the kitchen, on committees, on the platform, as a greeter, with our youth, and even drawing on his real estate experience to help us secure the building we now call home.
An artist, interior designer, and long-time leader within our community, Phyllis brings creativity and joy to everything she does. Having served Unity for years as secretary and across numerous committees, her love for Unity’s principles shines brightly—especially her frequent reminders to harness the power of our thoughts. Whether she is bringing order and beauty to a physical space or uplifting a room with her energy, she lives out her motto every day: Carpe Diem with Fun!
An artist, interior designer, and long-time leader within our community, Phyllis brings creativity and joy to everything she does. Having served Unity for years as secretary and across numerous committees, her love for Unity’s principles shines brightly—especially her frequent reminders to harness the power of our thoughts. Whether she is bringing order and beauty to a physical space or uplifting a room with her energy, she lives out her motto every day: Carpe Diem with Fun!
Gina joined Unity nine years ago and has been honored to serve on the Board of Trustees for seven of those years, first at Unity Walker and now as part of the joined church at Unity Spiritual Community. Over the years, she has enjoyed serving in a variety of capacities—on the Board as Treasurer, as a Kitchen Angel, as a welcoming greeter, on the fundraising committee, or wherever there is a need.
She lives in Jenison with her husband, Mike. Between them, they are blessed with six children and ten grandchildren, who bring plenty of joy and activity to their lives!
Gina joined Unity nine years ago and has been honored to serve on the Board of Trustees for seven of those years, first at Unity Walker and now as part of the joined church at Unity Spiritual Community. Over the years, she has enjoyed serving in a variety of capacities—on the Board as Treasurer, as a Kitchen Angel, as a welcoming greeter, on the fundraising committee, or wherever there is a need.
She lives in Jenison with her husband, Mike. Between them, they are blessed with six children and ten grandchildren, who bring plenty of joy and activity to their lives!
For years, Sharon has generously shared her time and talents with Unity. She played an integral role in helping the newly combined church get up and running, serving as Office Administrator, coordinating with Reverend Mike, and helping establish our digital presence. A spiritual healer, Sharon also shares her wisdom and experience through classes such as Pathways to Healing and as a skilled Reiki practitioner (leading a monthly Open Reiki gathering).
Outside of her many contributions to Unity, Sharon enjoys gardening and exploring the teachings and works of various spiritual leaders—often while curled up with a good book and a kitty in her lap.
For years, Sharon has generously shared her time and talents with Unity. She played an integral role in helping the newly combined church get up and running, serving as Office Administrator, coordinating with Reverend Mike, and helping establish our digital presence. A spiritual healer, Sharon also shares her wisdom and experience through classes such as Pathways to Healing and as a skilled Reiki practitioner (leading a monthly Open Reiki gathering).
Outside of her many contributions to Unity, Sharon enjoys gardening and exploring the teachings and works of various spiritual leaders—often while curled up with a good book and a kitty in her lap.
Jamie moved to Grand Rapids with her family in 2023 after spending many years out west (Seattle, Colorado, and Arizona). As Office Administrator, she helps hold down the fort by coordinating events, managing the building, organizing records, and creating weekly publications, announcements, and other behind-the-scenes details that help keep things running smoothly. She takes great pride in serving such a loving and welcoming community.
Outside of the office, Jamie plays violin in a community orchestra, is an avid pickleball player, and loves spending time cuddling her two long-haired Chihuahuas.
Jamie moved to Grand Rapids with her family in 2023 after spending many years out west (Seattle, Colorado, and Arizona). As Office Administrator, she helps hold down the fort by coordinating events, managing the building, organizing records, and creating weekly publications, announcements, and other behind-the-scenes details that help keep things running smoothly. She takes great pride in serving such a loving and welcoming community.
Outside of the office, Jamie plays violin in a community orchestra, is an avid pickleball player, and loves spending time cuddling her two long-haired Chihuahuas.
