lynda griffin
Janice Pitts
Janice Maria Pitts has been a member of First New Life Church for thirty-seven years and has served on the Trustee Board for over twenty years. Janice began her Trustee Board commitment initially serving as a human resources consultant to the Board, which later evolved to her current office of Trustee Board Secretary. Janice is also the Kid’s Town Children’s Ministry Leader, where she has educated children about God’s word and ministered to families over the years.
Janice serves on the Trustee Board because she is committed to spreading God’s Word across the community, seeing others grow spiritually, assisting with the business of the church, and celebrating God’s blessings at First New Life. She is a graduate of the Evangelism Program and has completed leadership courses and attended numerous children’s ministry conferences and webinars.
Janice holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, with over 37 years as a human resources professional. She is a Public Sector Human Resources Association Senior Certified Professional, and a member of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators, and the Society for Human Resources Management.
veon thompson
Born in Jamaica, I grew up with a family of six, three brothers and three sisters I am the youngest of them. I migrated to the United States over forty-three years ago.
I have been married for twenty years to my beautiful wife Allison Thompson, the Lord has blessed us with four lovely children, one son and three daughters.
Tamara Sumler
Tamara Sumler is a certified family nurse practitioner, working in a community health clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. She holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing, a Masters of Science degree in Nursing and a Doctorate of Nursing practice degree. Tamara has served on the FNL trustee board for three years. She has also served as co-instructor for God’s Moneyfinance class at FNL.
Tamara’s hobbies include shopping, traveling, cooking, reading, and hanging out with her family and friends. Tamara is also a member of the Delta Beta Omega graduate chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc in Phoenix, AZ where she served as the former chairman for the Women’s Healthcare and Wellness committee before her appointment concluded in 2023.
Clyde R. Miller Jr.
Clyde R. Miller Jr., a native of Washington DC, has been involved in the Phoenix community since 2000. Clyde has a made a lifelong commitment to the communities in Maricopa County and is actively engaged in making it a healthier and safer place to live, work and play. He is currently the Coalition Coordinator for the Help Enrich African American Lives (HEAAL) Coalition, an arm of Tanner Community Development Corporation (TCDC). Mr. Miller feels that it is important that we become involved in the business of AZ, the wellness of us together.
Mr. Miller is married to Melonie Miller and a member of First New Life Church in Phoenix, AZ.
tahirah ogletree
Tahirah Ogletree has been Inducted into the Prestigious Marquis Who’s Who Biographical Registry
Ms. Tahirah Ogletree is noted for her success as an award winning author, life coach, and advocate for victims of domestic violence.
Motivated to serve as a positive influence on behalf of others and touch the lives of those living in fear, Ms. Ogletree has distinguished herself as the founder of The O’Tahirah Foundation Inc., a nonprofit organization that advocates on behalf of victims of domestic violence through various outreach programs and educational initiatives.
Well-regarded for her myriad accomplishments, Ms. Ogletree has been recognized for her philanthropic work in various media outlets, including Essence Magazine, Arizona Magazine, Shoutout Arizona, the Arizona Informant, and the SanTan Sun News.
Ms. Ogletree joined the First New Life Trustee Board to further serve in the advancement of the Kingdom of God and her community. While providing her professionalism, knowledge, talents, corporate and entrepreneurial backgrounds. Tahirah’s steadfast faith & walk with God is behind everything she does.
rebecca dennis
Born 11/16/1964 the youngest of twelve. I have been a member of First New Life Church for over twenty-two years. My sobriety deliverance and healing all started here under the leadership of Bishop Henry Barnwell and continues today under Pastor Aubrey Barnwell.
Currently, I am the Celebrate Recovery Ministry Leader, a member of First Impressions (Usher Board) and Chauffer for Jesus Ministries. I have completed Evangelism, L3 and Gods Money classes at First New Life Church. I am a product of Fist New Life Church.
I felt privileged and honored when asked if I would consider being on the Board of First New Life Church. I immediately knew my answer was going to be yes. God had showed me this in a dream. I recognize my gifts and talents don’t belong to me. I have a lot to bring to the table. My love, joy, compassion, knowledge, and life experiences.
maurice smith
I came to Arizona in 2000 to serve at Luke Air Force Base in Glendale, AZ. I am a proud retiree of the United States AirForce where I served in seven countries over a 22 year career. Crowning Highlight was the Commander, Crew Chief and Co-Piloting his F-16 Air Craft (Smooth Grove).
After retiring I worked at Maricopa Community Colleges for 17 years. Currently, I am employed at Mesa Community College as a program manager. My focus is advancing higher education and unraveling the complexities of student access and success. I am a Senior Advisor of the Black Student Union where I provide knowledge for students to gain access to scholarships, grants and community services.
I am a man of faith with a lean forward attitude which means looking out for the best for First New Life Church in the present and in the future. My strengths are Restorative, Responsible, Relator, Arranger, and Strategic, all of which I bring to my role as a First New Life Church Trustee Board Member. Most of all, I am a servant of God.
lisa turner
I have been married for thirty-eight years to Curtis Turner. Together we have two children, two stepchildren, and many grandchildren.
I accepted Christ at the age of twelve and was baptized by REV. Eugene Roberts of First Baptist Church of Penn Hills, Pennsylvania.
My family moved to Arizona in 1977 and we joined Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church. Upon getting married, I followed the advice of my husband and became a member of First New Life Missionary Baptist Church.
I currently serve in the Children’s Ministry (Kids Town) and now the Trustee Board. I believe and trust that God will use me to be the best that I can be for our Church, community, and members.
arthur perez senior
I was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA along with two brothers. Our Mother Teresita Angelina Herrera raised us Catholic. During my later years I strayed away from the Catholic Faith. Then I met my wife Lorraine she was raised as a muslim. My beautiful wife and I have been married for 22 years and have 5 children.
I was employed by the Nuclear Power Plant where I specialized in heavy machinery as a crane operator.
My spiritual walk began in 2004 when I joined a Christian Car Club and accepted Jesus Christ. I assisted in events to feed the homeless, distribute clothing and fundraising. In 2008 the family joined First New Life Missionary Baptist Church and I was baptized by Bishop Henry Barnwell and Pastor Aubrey Barnwell. I served as a Spanish translator for First New Life Church.
When asked to consider being a First New Life Trustee Board Member, I had to seek the Lord. I needed answers from God which led me to Matthew 7:7. I bring to the Trustee Board my word, my talents and abilities to do what I am asked to do. My word is my bond.
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