Kathy Tashima
Contact: kathy@sylvaniaucc.org
B.S. in Education - Kent State University, Masters Degree in Education - University of Toledo
Prior to Kathy joining the staff in 1991, she taught second and fourth grades and then devoted her time to staying at home with their three children while volunteering at church (Sylvania UCC) and school. Kathy and her husband enjoy playing tennis, golf and traveling to see their children/spouses and grandchild.
Responsibilities Include:
- Board of Christian Outreach - the missions of our congregation, including financial support and volunteer opportunities, as we reach out to our community, country and world.
- Advance Ministry - Sylvania UCC's caring ministry. This group devotes time to outreach to those in our congregation through: cardwriting, visiting, telephoning, praying and transporting.
- Fellowship Committee - provides opportunities for our faith community to gather in various settings throughout the year.
- Retreats - held twice a year for the spiritual refreshment of the women and friends of our church. The day-long fall retreat is held locally. Our spring retreat is an overnight at the Weber Center on the campus of Siena Heights University in Adrian.
- New Member Assimilation - Kathy meets with new members to share Sylvania UCC's opportunities for involvement and to discover areas of interest.