Unity of Palmyra Council Members
We are so grateful for the commitment and enthusiasm of our leadership!
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Sherri Freas, President
I found Unity of Palmyra in 2008 after a friend suggested that it may be the spiritual path I was looking for. I was amazed to find a community that thought the way I did! I fell in love with the messages and spiritual principles. They have guided my life and transformed me in so many ways. I can't imagine my life without this strong grounding. I have lived in Lebanon my whole life and was happy to raise my two boys in our Unity community. I attend services with my husband, Dave and we have both found ways to give of our gifts. I am the owner of Cornwall Counseling Services. I previously served on the council as secretary and president from 2015-2021. During that time we guided the community through the transition of Rev. Julie to Rev. Stephanie. I am excited to serve during this transition as well. |
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Jeff McFarland, Vice President
Jeff has a long history with Unity, including board service in two other ministries, training in Unity Peacemaking, and workshops and retreats pertaining to Integral Church Leadership and Creating the Beloved Community. He has a passion for working creatively and collaboratively with and within groups and believes that, as he helps bring out the best in others, he says “Yes!” to a fuller expression of his own wisdom and talents. During his work career, Jeff served as a congressional staff member, a nonprofit association executive, and a life and organizational coach. Now retired, he enjoys doing what is most important to him. Jeff is married to his wife, Judy, and is blessed with three adult children, two adult stepchildren, and four grandchildren. Jeff came to Unity of Palmyra two years ago, became a member last fall, and has enjoyed volunteering with the teens, participating in numerous book groups, working with the Spiritual Social Activism Team, and co-presenting workshops on The I of the Storm and Learning to Have Difficult Conversations. |
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Tammy Radcliffe
I am very detail oriented and very organized. I run our Financial Services business, and I am a Team Lead at my job. For 10 years, I have served on the Pride of Central PA board. My hobbies are camping and spending time with my wife and granddaughter. I came to Unity of Palmyra in the Summer of 2018. I believe in Unity and whole heartedly support this Community. I am looking forward to serving on the Council! |
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Valerie Knisley, Treasurer
During my 44-year career as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Financial Planner (CFP), I helped individuals become more comfortable with the often-baffling logistics of their finances and taxes. Now retired, I still choose to be productive and useful. Being asked to serve on the Board for Unity of Palmyra is a welcome opportunity. My father, also a CPA, held the same capacity in his church, so I am continuing his legacy of service. My hobbies are reading mystery novels, watercolors, and choral singing. I owe my musical inclinations to my mother, a talented singer and pianist. My husband of 16 years, Jean-Marc, and I are actively pursuing the completion of our travel "bucket list" before we get too old to manage traveling. Have you sprinted through an airport lately? Not easy! We look forward to the Florida Keys and Gulf Coast, the Alaska Inside Passage, Italy for a week of plein air painting, and then France, where my Francophone husband is a fabulous tour guide. Jean-Marc was born in France, grew up in Brussels, Belgium, and taught French for 31 years at the university level. I was born and raised in Annville, PA - not quite as exotic! Jean-Marc and I have moved several times in the last 10 years, trying out different locations. The most recent was beautiful Asheville, NC, but we came back to Lebanon County two years ago, where I revel in the companionship and support of lifelong friends. I am excited to expand my participation in Unity of Palmyra, a community whose work, message, and actions I wholeheartedly endorse. |
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Gerry Bush
I'm honored to be a member of Unity Church for 12 years, attending Unity of Palmyra since 2020. I am married to Stephanie Dynan, and we reside in Marysville, PA. I'm a 20 year veteran of the US Army and a 2019 retiree as a Senior Manager for the Rite Aid Corporation. I resonate with the principles of Unity and am looking forward to serving and growing the mission of the Unity of Palmyra Board and the Church Community! |
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Sarah Hancock
My name is Sarah Hancock. After the pandemic I was looking for an in-person community when a friend suggested I try Unity. I found the members warm and welcoming and the service and music inspiring and uplifting. Unity has helped me grow in love and freedom. Since joining Unity, I’ve enjoyed taking classes, which help me learn about Unity, myself and given me an opportunity to get to know the Beloved Community. I serve as a Service Assistant, Co-Coordinator of the Library Ministry, a member of Source of Life Team and Spirit Sisters. I hope to continue to learn and grow and further the vision and mission of Unity by using my talents where they are needed. I earned an MS in Pastoral Care and Counseling and became a certi'ed Spiritual Director from Neumann University in Aston, PA. I had a private practice in Harrisburg until the pandemic when I began seeing established clients and directees on Zoom. I am semi-retired. Leonard and I have lived in PA since 1973 and are parents to 3 adult children, 5 grandchildren, 2 dogs and 3 grand dogs. |