Overcame homelessness after finding herself and her three boys misplaced after serving almost 10 years in the Air Force.
Served as Senior Pastor and Executive Director of the church and ministry since conception
Master of Arts in Biblical Studies & Doctorate of Ministry in Christian Counseling from Patriot University, Del Norte, CO
Master of Arts in Education from the College of William and Mary -- 1981
Bachelor of Arts in Education from Christopher Newport University -- 1975
Dr. Karyn Ward Board Chair
Currently the Associate Director of Teacher Preparation at Christopher Newport University
Past adjunct professor and university supervisor for Christopher Newport University
Worked in Newport News School Division and York County School Division
Has served as a classroom teacher, an assessment compliance intervention coordinator, and an assistant principal
Has been an educator for the past 16 years
Dr. Michelle Boone-Thornton Board Member
Assistant Professor at St. Leo
Leadership, administration, curriculum/program development, research, counseling, testing, teaching, grant writing and assessments
Barbara Smith Board Member
Technology, mentoring, training, tutoring, data entry, networking and social media marketing
Technology, mentoring, training, tutoring, data entry,and networking and social media marketing?
Debra Carroll Board Member
Program Analyst, funds development/Corporate support,Public Relations
Quinisha Slade Board Member
Financial careers in banking-branch management undefined
Quickbooks, marketing, sales, leadership, and customer service
Tina Chase Board Member
Financial careers in banking-branch management
Treasurer volunteer
Educational background in Human Services
Elizabeth Howard Board Member
Accountant with T. Parker Host
Former NATASHA House client and now graduate and homeowner
Finance, outreach, and networking
Nickesha Lewis Secretary
Non-Profit Certification
Case Management
Program Development
Shukita Massey Asst. Commonwealth Attorney
Bar Admission: Commonwealth of Virginia
Dr. Deloris Lee Borum Emeritus Member, Founder, Pastor
Co-founded Faith For Living Deloris Borum Ministries, Inc., in 1983, along with her late husband, George R. Borum
Served as Senior Pastor and Executive Director of the church and ministry since conception
Master of Arts in Biblical Studies & Doctorate of Ministry in Christian Counseling from Patriot University, Del Norte, CO
Master of Arts in Education from the College of William and Mary -- 1981
Bachelor of Arts in Education from Christopher Newport University -- 1975
Shirley Cooper Emeritus Member
27 years teaching experience in the public school system
Served on the York County Board of Supervisors from 1974-1982, two of which, she served as Chairman of the Board
Certified to teach Math, Science, Computers and GED Preparation
Post-graduate courses toward a masters degree in public administration
Bachelor of Arts in Math from Old Dominion in 1967
Crystal Moore Emeritus Member
Retired from the Defense Logistics Agency after 21 years in 1997
Retired Marine Corp non-commissioned officer, serving from 1953-1976
Earned 13 medals and honors during his service
Licensed and ordained minister
Phyllis M. Henderson Emeritus Member
Founder and president of VISIONS 2000, INC.
Certified executive coach with the World Wide Association of Business Coaches
Postgraduate training in organizational development and diversity
M.S. from National Louis University, Evanston, Illinois
M.S. from National Louis University, Evanston, Illinois
Demetria (Dee) Wildman Emeritus Member
Assistant VP of over 10 years
Professional Process Improvement Deputy Director with expertise in project and process management, business management, quality assurance, and performance-based measurements
