OUR TEAM

One of the arms of the UPCI is Ladies Ministries. Ladies Ministries is an exciting, vibrant ministry made up of women across North America. We have sister groups around the world who work faithfully and untiringly for the sake of spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ in their own and other lands.

It is exciting to know that God included a place in the body for women and that we have been given freedom to work in the various missions and ministries for which we have a burden.

OUR TEAM

It is exciting to know that God included a place in the body for women and that we have been given freedom to work in the various missions and ministries for which we have a burden.

Ladies Ministries Presidents District Ladies Ministries Presidents

Michele Penton, Alabama

Cathy Bagwill, Alaska-Yukon

Elisabeth Sansom, Arizona

Ashlea Ison, Arkansas

Dana Hood, Atlantic

Leanne Garrett, British Columbia

Brenda Chacon, Southern California

Karen Thunder, Canadian Plains

Jane Fortaleza, Central Canadian

Shannon Bohrer, Colorado

Marie Brown, Connecticut

Aimee Myers, Florida

Pam Hodge, Georgia

Judie Wasson, Hawaii

Laura Jackson, Idaho

Rhonda Burk, Illinois

Valerie Carter, Indiana

Tammie Allison, Iowa

Vanessa Cornwell, Kansas

Terri Griffis, Kentucky

Mikelle Maxwell, Louisiana

Jackie Little, Maine

Alice Wright, Maryland-DC

Rebecca Robidas, Massachusetts-Rhode Island

Jerusha McGhee, Michigan

Sarah Brooks, Detroit Metro

Renee Feiler, Minnesota

Teresa Davis, Mississippi

Joann Thornton, Missouri

Tina Pierce, Nebraska

Renee Hinton, New Hampshire-Vermont

Belinda A. White, North Central Jersey

Lela Cooper, New Jersey-Delaware

Angelene Wahler, New York

Hazel Mitchell, New York Metro

Meme Scarboro, North Carolina

Melea Boles, North Dakota

Sharon Cole, Nova Scotia

Christine Stark, Ohio

Donna Fuller, Oklahoma

Sherie O’Donnell, Ontario

Jill Sargeant, Oregon

Debbie Cluster, Pennsylvania

Jolie Kakudji, Quebec

Raquel Guerrero, Rocky Mountain

Nilah Gann, South Carolina

Bethany Peters, South Dakota

Mitzi McElhaney, Tennessee

Diane Green, Texas

Amanda Elms, Texas North

Tracey Prieto, Texas South

Cassie Huslage, Texas South Central

Lucy Garcia, Texico

Donna Linville, Virginia

Sarah Seagraves, Washington

Patty Zimmerman, West Virginia/Western Maryland

Stephanie McDonald, Western

Karen Bailey, Wisconsin

Ladies Ministries Staff

Linda Gleason

Ladies Ministries President

Linda Gleason became president in 2016. She has served Ladies Ministries for over forty years in various capacities. She first served as district secretary and then president in the Oregon District and for eleven years as general secretary of Ladies Ministries International. Linda brings with her a wealth of experience in all the work of Ladies Ministries. She is a sought-after speaker for ladies’ conferences nationwide and has ministered in several foreign countries as well. Linda’s husband, Gary Gleason, has served in numerous offices of the United Pentecostal Church. She is the blessed mother of four children and grandmother of four. Linda Gleason will continue to work for the good of Ladies Ministries.

Jane Buford

Ladies Ministries Secretary

Jane Buford, former executive assistant for Ladies Ministries, now steps into the more rigorous role as general secretary of Ladies Ministries. Jane has availed herself of the detailed history of Ladies Ministries. She represents Ladies Ministries well in whatever capacity she is needed. Jane is married to P. Daniel Buford, who is an associate editor for the United Pentecostal Church International. They have two sons, Brandon/Brianne Buford and Brad/Tempie Buford, and six of the best grandchildren in the world.

Julie Long

Editor, Reflections Magazine

Julie was raised in Pakistan as an MK. She is a writer who would rather read, a speaker who would rather listen, a joyful wife to Peter, and a determined mother of two. She shares her talent as the Reflections magazine editor and is the More to Life Ladies Ministries program director. The Longs pastor the Pentecostals of Miramichi, New Brunswick.

Julie Stewart

Administrative Assistant

Julie is married to Brian, a Critical Care Paramedic, and they have two children, Bethany and Andrew. Andrew is in the military, and Bethany is married to Mark, and they have four beautiful children. Julie and Brian have three adorable granddaughters and a handsome grandson, whom they adore! Julie loves family game nights with lots of laughs. She loves to travel and meet new people. Julie and Brian enjoy having people over for dinner and giving Bible studies. Julie has an identical twin sister.

Duana Sargent

Administrative Assistant

Duana Sargent was born and raised in Texas. She and her husband, Darin, served in pastoral ministry in the Southern California District for 16 years before relocating to St. Louis from San Diego in 2021. Together, they now travel across the United States teaching marriage retreats, investing in couples and families. They have three children—two of whom are married—and one precious grandbaby who brings them great joy. Duana has long been involved in Ladies Ministries, serving in various roles in the SoCal District, from decorating to Promotional Director. Her deep love for ministry and her heart for women have made Ladies Ministries an integral part of her life, and she is honored to serve on the national Ladies Ministries team.