Zion Church's Consistory Servant-Leaders

Karen Alsip

Karen is Zion Church's cheerful and dedicated President of our Consistory—her last year [2008]. A multi-tasker by nature, Karen is organized and has excellent follow through on all ministry goals initiated within our congregation. Karen is a supervisor at a local health insurance company in Cincinnati. She is always ready to roll up her sleeves to serve the Lord and our community in a hands-on way!

Jeff Burke

Jeff is our resident consultant on a variety of leadership issues, having extensive experience in the world of business. Jeff is completing his third and last year as a servant-leader at Zion in 2008. Jeff is leading our overall marketing plan at Zion Church as a part of our Stewardship and Mission commission. Jeff is passionate about reaching those in Norwood with the Gospel. Jeff is a partner in Technology Consulting, his own small business. Jeff holds the B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati & also an M.B.A. In his spare time, Jeff enjoys golfing and being with his family. Jeff is married to Mary Jo and they have four children.

Steve Boehner

Steve became a member of Zion Church in 1994. Steve serves on our Building Trustees Commission. His office of servant-leadership is from 2008-2011. Steve is a graduate of Moeller High School and he works as a QA Analyst for Patheon Pharmaceuticals. He has four daughters, one grandson, a granddaughter, and two more grandchildren on the way! Steve's passion is for evangelism and missionary work. He makes frequent missionary visits to the country of Belize in South America.

Linda Callan

Linda became a member of Zion Church on October 10, 1971. Linda is the Chair Servant-Leader of our Christian Education commission. Her office of servanthood is from 2008-2010. Linda graduated from Woodward High School and SHI Medical Massage School. She is a massage therapist. Linda has two grown daughters and three grandchildren. Linda would enjoy experiencing a missions trip or working with Habitat for Humanity.

Stephanie Ginter

‘Steph' or Stephanie was baptized at Zion Church as an infant. Stephanie works with our ZionTeens & Zion Young Adults. Her passion is to encourage our High School and College-aged members to grow in their faith in Christ. Stephanie holds a B.A. degree from Hanover College. Stephanie is an office manager and she enjoys gardening. Stephanie and her husband, Dave, have two children.

Joan Hessel

Joan was baptized, confirmed and married at Zion. Joan is the Chair Servant-Leader of our Church and Ministry commission and is the current Vice-President of our Consistory. Joan's office of servant-leadership is from 2008-2011. Joan's passion is to support the development of our dream process at Zion. Joan, a graduate of Cincinnati Public Schools, works locally in Human Resources. Joan enjoys music and singing. Joan describes herself as being ‘very analytical and methodical'.

Terry Hull

Terry says that he became a member of Zion Church in 1962 because “[his] Dad made him!” J Terry serves the Lord as the Chair Servant-Leader of our Building Trustees & will conclude his office in 2008. Terry directly believes that the work he does helps to make Zion a better church to be a part of. Terry is a graduate of Norwood High School and his hobby is cars. Terry has four grown children.

Alice Kueckels

Alice became a member of Zion Church in 2003. She is serving the Lord on our Music and Worship Commission. Her office is from 2008-2010. Alice seeks to make our worship at Zion more and more meaningful while also being concerned to reach out to our broader community of Norwood. Alice, who has a background in business college, is retired. She enjoys gardening, watercolor, and reading. Alice has four children and two grandchildren.

Joyce Orr

Joyce became a member of Zion Church in 1957 when her parents started attending. Joyce is serving the Lord as the Chair of Zion's Music and Worship Commission from 2008-2011. Joyce's focus in developing her commission will be to apply the ‘Inspiring Worship' quality characteristic of Natural Church Development (NCD) to our worship experience with liturgy, praise, and teaching. Joyce holds a bachelor's degree from U.C.'s College of Business Administration and has worked for many years in the computer industry. Joyce's passions range from storytelling to theology. She has one son who will be married in May 2008.

Brian Parks

Brian is the Chair Servant-Leader of our Stewardship and Mission Commission from 2007-2009. He is the new proud Dad to Aiden Matthew! Brian is actively involved in Zion's Men's Fellowship and is an accountant in the Greater Cincinnati Area. Brian's photo to follow.

Bob Smith

Bob became a member of Zion Church on February 4, 2007. Bob faithfully serves the Lord at Zion as part of the Building Trustees commission [2007-2009]. Bob recently came “off the road” and now works for Hamilton County as a software developer. Bob has 20+ years experience in the field. Bob who is married to Karla, has three children and is actively involved in area Scouting.

Gail Snow

Gail became a member of Zion Church in September 2002. Gail serves the Lord in many ways at Zion Church, but her present focus is upon the Christian Education Commission from 2008 to January 2010. Gail's focus in ministry with her commission is to “help children and adults come closer in their journey with God and how they can serve God.” Gail, a housekeeper, graduated from High School in 1976. She enjoys crocheting, antiquing, and beading. Gail, married to Rick, has one son and two grandchildren. Gail's passion is to serve God as best as she can with the gifts that God has given her!

Judy White

Judy became a member of Zion Church in September 1954 when she was invited by friends to join the Youth Choir. As well as being Zion's Chancel Choir Director, Judy is serving the Lord on our Stewardship and Missions Commission. Judy is a graduate of Norwood High School and Capital University. Judy is a retired music teacher. Her focus at Zion will be on fun(d)-raising and outreach events. Her dream is to touch the hearts of our members and friends with our dreams. Judy's hobbies include Bridge and watercolor painting. Judy, married to Dick, has one daughter and one granddaughter.

Lynn Winkler

Lynn is Zion Church's faithful Treasurer and Sunday School Superintendent. Lynn and her family have been a part of Zion Church for generations! In addition to serving the Lord as Treasurer, Lynn is a creative thinker who is dedicated to our Women's Fellowship, our children, as well as our broader community of Norwood. In October 2006 Lynn was voted one of Church Women United's 10 Outstanding Women of the Year ! Lynn works at Federal Credit Union in the greater Cincinnati area.