Congregational Leadership
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees guides Cedar Lane’s governance with wisdom, care, and integrity. Trustees serve as stewards of our vision and values—adopting policies, recommending the annual budget, and offering thoughtful oversight in partnership with ministers, staff, and lay leaders.
Board service is a meaningful opportunity to lead with love, stay rooted in our mission, and help shape the future of our community. Trustees attend monthly meetings and retreats, serve on committees or task forces, support stewardship and communications, and remain active in congregational life.
Board meetings are usually held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 PM on Zoom and are open to all Cedar Lane members to observe. To request a Zoom link, ask a question, or speak at a meeting, contact the board president.
The Board of Trustees, like the Nominating and Leadership Development Committee, is a committee of the congregation. Members of these two governing bodies are elected by the congregation at the annual meeting.
Current Board Members
John Woodward, President (2024-27)
Bill King, Treasurer (2025-27)
Susan Henry, Secretary (2025-27)
Destiny Aigbe, President-Elect (2025-28)
Jean Moyer, Asst. Treasurer (2026-28)
Peter Henderson, Asst. Secretary (2026-28)
Mike Harris, At-Large (2024-27)
Louise Stomierowski, At-Large (2025-28)
Jan Stohlman, At-Large (2026-29)
Devin Luce, At-Large (2026-29)
Lisa Chernikoff, At-Large (2026-27)
Carolyn Morrissey, Immediate Past President
Board Covenant
As Trustees of Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Congregation, we covenant to uphold our Vision and Mission, serving as responsible stewards of the congregation’s resources and prioritizing the well-being of our community. We commit to:
Listening deeply and respectfully to all voices, seeking decisions that reflect shared wisdom while honoring individual perspectives.
Supporting group decisions, even in dissent, without undermining them.
Leading with transparency, clear communication, and by example, fostering trust and collaboration.
Preparing diligently for meetings and fulfilling our responsibilities with care.
Sharing power equitably, ensuring all voices are heard and valued.
Honoring each person with respect, dignity, and compassion.
Addressing disagreements openly and respectfully, embracing transparency, and learning from challenging conversations.
Striving for decisive action while recognizing the complexities of our work.
Valuing the process as much as the outcome, celebrating achievements, and honoring each other’s contributions.
We hold ourselves accountable to these commitments as expressions of our dedication to the Cedar Lane community and its mission of justice, compassion, and spiritual growth.
Nominating and Leadership
The Nominating and Leadership Development Committee (NLDC) supports Cedar Lane’s mission by identifying and cultivating strong, diverse lay leadership for the congregation. Elected by the congregation, committee members serve three year terms and work year-round to recruit, interview, and nominate candidates for the Board of Trustees, the NLDC itself, and other key leadership roles.
Members of the NLDC are Cedar Lane members in good standing who are deeply engaged in congregational life and committed to building inclusive, capable leadership for the future. This is a meaningful way to serve the congregation while helping shape its direction and strength.
The NLDC, like the board of trustees, is a committee of the congregation. Members of these two governing bodies are elected by the congregation at the annual meeting.