Introducing the 2025–2026 JWMC Core Leadership Team Slate
This year’s CLT Slate reflects the depth and diversity of leadership within our John Wesley Methodist Church family. These individuals are known, trusted, and respected for their commitment to Christ and to JWMC. Each has demonstrated a heart for service and spiritual growth in their unique ways.
Your CLT chair (Scott Chenoweth) and I had the opportunity to interview both Larry and Jeff, who are being recommended as at-large members of the CLT. We were reminded again that the Spirit is moving through people already planted in our community. They bring steady leadership, generational wisdom, and a deep love for this church.
We’re also welcoming Linda Conyers to the CLT in her role as Chair of the Finance Team, as she replaces our long-standing chair, John Tyler. Linda has faithfully served on our Finance Team and was one of the original members of our Executive Finance Team. Her position as Finance Chair places her automatically on the CLT, and her presence strengthens our collective discernment and oversight.
The JWMC congregation will vote to on the entire 2025-26 slate and the new candidates at our annual Church Conference on Sunday, May 18 at 5:00 p.m. The CLT believes these candidates are suited to represent the interests of our congregation in the coming years.
Larry Leavell – At-Large Member
A 43-year member of JWMC, Larry has been faithfully married to Carolyn for 57 years. He’s a retired energy executive, having worked in Southeast Asia and co-founded an energy company. At JWMC, Larry co-teaches the 4th and 5th grade Sunday School class, serves on the usher team, and assists with financial counting. He is deeply committed to learning and helping young people succeed. Larry brings a global perspective and humble wisdom to our team.
Jeff Ingram – At-Large Member
Jeff has been part of JWMC for 23 years alongside his wife Sherry and their children Marshall, Macy, and Maryn. He’s the Executive Vice President at Apria Healthcare, a former college golfer, and an avid Astros fan. Jeff is actively involved at Northland Christian School and volunteers as a youth coach. Whether it’s cooking crawfish or serving on boards, Jeff leads with energy and generosity.
Linda Conyers – Finance Chair
Linda joined JWMC just before the pandemic in 2020. A retired CPA who worked for Deloitte & Touche, she’s also a cancer research advocate and passionate community organizer. Since moving to Texas, she’s served on our Endowment and Finance Committees. Linda brings a sharp mind, steady spirit, and warm heart to all she does—plus a love for gardening, reading, and Mocha, her Biewer Terrier.
YOUR JW 2025-26 CLT SLATE:
Chairperson — Scott Chenoweth
Property Trustee — Bill Grayson
Finance — Linda Conyers
Pastor-Parish — Bob Schindler
At-Large Spiritual — Barb Dyar
At-Large Spiritual — Josh Fuchs
At-Large NextGen — Ashley Weaver
At-Large School — Jami Echols
At-Large Long Range— Dick Francis
At-Large Groups — Carolyn Milby
At-Large Generosity — Debbie Godbold
At-Large Community Life — Jeff Ingram
At-Large Building Committee — Larry Leavell
Senior Pastor— Marty Dunbar
Reach Pastor— Trish Woodruff
School Director — Kim Hall
Secretary — Priscilla Novak (non-voting member)
This year’s CLT Slate reflects the depth and diversity of leadership within our John Wesley Methodist Church family. These individuals are known, trusted, and respected for their commitment to Christ and to JWMC. Each has demonstrated a heart for service and spiritual growth in their unique ways.
Your CLT chair (Scott Chenoweth) and I had the opportunity to interview both Larry and Jeff, who are being recommended as at-large members of the CLT. We were reminded again that the Spirit is moving through people already planted in our community. They bring steady leadership, generational wisdom, and a deep love for this church.
We’re also welcoming Linda Conyers to the CLT in her role as Chair of the Finance Team, as she replaces our long-standing chair, John Tyler. Linda has faithfully served on our Finance Team and was one of the original members of our Executive Finance Team. Her position as Finance Chair places her automatically on the CLT, and her presence strengthens our collective discernment and oversight.
The JWMC congregation will vote to on the entire 2025-26 slate and the new candidates at our annual Church Conference on Sunday, May 18 at 5:00 p.m. The CLT believes these candidates are suited to represent the interests of our congregation in the coming years.
Larry Leavell – At-Large Member
A 43-year member of JWMC, Larry has been faithfully married to Carolyn for 57 years. He’s a retired energy executive, having worked in Southeast Asia and co-founded an energy company. At JWMC, Larry co-teaches the 4th and 5th grade Sunday School class, serves on the usher team, and assists with financial counting. He is deeply committed to learning and helping young people succeed. Larry brings a global perspective and humble wisdom to our team.
Jeff Ingram – At-Large Member
Jeff has been part of JWMC for 23 years alongside his wife Sherry and their children Marshall, Macy, and Maryn. He’s the Executive Vice President at Apria Healthcare, a former college golfer, and an avid Astros fan. Jeff is actively involved at Northland Christian School and volunteers as a youth coach. Whether it’s cooking crawfish or serving on boards, Jeff leads with energy and generosity.
Linda Conyers – Finance Chair
Linda joined JWMC just before the pandemic in 2020. A retired CPA who worked for Deloitte & Touche, she’s also a cancer research advocate and passionate community organizer. Since moving to Texas, she’s served on our Endowment and Finance Committees. Linda brings a sharp mind, steady spirit, and warm heart to all she does—plus a love for gardening, reading, and Mocha, her Biewer Terrier.
YOUR JW 2025-26 CLT SLATE:
Chairperson — Scott Chenoweth
Property Trustee — Bill Grayson
Finance — Linda Conyers
Pastor-Parish — Bob Schindler
At-Large Spiritual — Barb Dyar
At-Large Spiritual — Josh Fuchs
At-Large NextGen — Ashley Weaver
At-Large School — Jami Echols
At-Large Long Range— Dick Francis
At-Large Groups — Carolyn Milby
At-Large Generosity — Debbie Godbold
At-Large Community Life — Jeff Ingram
At-Large Building Committee — Larry Leavell
Senior Pastor— Marty Dunbar
Reach Pastor— Trish Woodruff
School Director — Kim Hall
Secretary — Priscilla Novak (non-voting member)
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