Leadership

Stephen and his wife, Taylor, have a 5 year old Irish Doodle named Griffin that they love taking on walks. They love music (especially listening to vintage records on their turntable), cooking, traveling to new places, theater and live performances, and reading a variety of books. Stephen loves exercising, playing golf, art museums, documentaries, and delicious coffee.

As a pastor, Stephen prioritizes being connectional within the community to help foster new relationships and nurture existing ones. He views his role as an Elder as one who helps to equip laypersons for the work of ministry. He is here to help cultivate the gifts God has given to each of us to build up Christ’s body. And above anything else, Stephen believes in God’s transformative grace. He believes that when authentic, vulnerable, and healthy relationships are built between people who share in Christ’s love, we experience a glimpse of heaven on Earth and witness the goodness of God. He believes that not only does “Christ our Lord invite all people to his table,” Jesus welcomes us, pulls up a chair and says ‘it’s good to see you! How
are things going?’

Lynda moved back to Oklahoma after retiring to be closer to her family. She and her husband joined Goodrich not long after arriving in town, and has quickly become an integral part of our church family. She's a rock star in the office, helps with various ministries, and makes everyone look good. We love Lynda!

Kenneith is a passionate educator and conductor from Del City, Oklahoma, where he currently works as Director of Choral Activities at Carl Albert High School. He received his Bachelor of Music Education Degree from Northwestern Oklahoma State University in Alva, Oklahoma. His favorite biblical passage comes from Psalm 121 KJV, which tells of God's undying love for those who love him, remembering to always turn to him in time of need. “I will lift mine eyes unto the hills, from whence comes my help. My help comes from the Lord."

Sherry was baptized at Goodrich and participated in the church until she graduated from UCO in Edmond. She and her husband, Steve, married at Goodrich after graduating, then began their careers in education and theater and built a beautiful family together. After retiring, they returned to South OKC and returned to Goodrich. Sherry loves being back home and the opportunity to serve the children of Goodrich. She is an invaluable member of our team and brings with her years of knowledge, discipleship, and love.

Dr. Sylvia Ryan is a gifted musician and stellar pianist. She is a third generation piano teacher and church musician. She received a DMA in Piano Performance and Pedagogy from OU and studied in Belgium on a Rotary Fellowship. Sylvia has taught on the college level and currently maintains a full-time independent studio in Norman. She is a NAMTA Past-President and has been active on the state and local level of OMTA since 1983. On top of all of these accomplishments, Sylvia is also a kind, generous, and wonderful person whom we adore. 

Debbie is a rock in our community! She serves as our custodian, keeping our facilities in order and always ready for ministry. You can often find her helping with various ministries throughout the week and generally being the most joyful person to be around. Debbie and her husband, Larry, have two amazing daughters and several grandchildren.

Will is a Sophomore at OU studying to eventually go to seminary.  He grew up in the Dallas Area and has been in the United Methodist Church his whole Life.  He likes meeting new people and is a welcome addition to our Staff.