Board of Directors

Cynthia Huffmyer, President

Cynthia Huffmyer has ministered the Word of God in the Oklahoma area nearly 30 years and was honored in 2002 by the Edmond Women’s Club as “Spiritual Woman of the Year.” She has taught countless Bible Studies attended by men and women from all churches and denominations across the metro, teaching God’s word with authority and passion. She never tires of an opportunity to share the message of Jesus Christ and His love.

Cynthia has been married to Dr. Joe Huffmyer for 39 years. They have two married sons and five grandchildren.

Masie Bross, Vice President

Masie Bross is the director for City Care’s Whiz Kids program, a program teaching elementary age students to read. Beginning with one site in 1996, the City Care’s Whiz Kids program has grown to include 48 churches, 23 schools, and serves over 600 children from the inner-city. In 2002, Masie was awarded the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy’s Friends of Children Professional Award for her dedication to children in need. In 2003, the Whiz Kids Program received the distinguished designation as a Supplemental Service Provider for the State Department of Education. She was also recognized with a Heroes of Education Award in 2004. Masie has been married to her husband Larry for 39 years. Together, they are the driving force behind City Care, Inc., a local non-profit organization committed to helping the poor and disadvantaged of Oklahoma City.

Christy Johnson

Christy Johnson is a freelance writer and speaker who is passionate about sharing how to have joy in the midst of life’s difficulties. She publishes an online E-votional, The Other Side, and has been a contributing writer for The Victoracity for two years. Her other published by-lines include contributions to Life Lessons, a 30 day devotional, and Expect More, a collection of faith based testimonies. Christy is currently working on a non-fiction book for women titled Tissues for Your Issues - Dry your Tears and Face your Fears! Christy and her husband John have four children.

www.christyjohnson.org

Carol Cutler

Carol Cutler is known throughout Oklahoma City for her 16 year ministry as Teaching Leader of Bible Study Fellowship. It is her continued passion to teach God’s Word at retreats and home Bible studies. She also has a ministry of encouragement for hurting women in her home. In the past five years, the Lord has given her six trips to teach women in Peru and Argentina as a member of The World Needs Christ Organization. In her book, God Illumines My Darkness, written after her husband, Ken, passed away in 1997, Carol shares her experiences of knowing God’s peace in the midst of pain. She is the mother of three children and five grandchildren.

Lori Lane

Lori Lane, Miss Oklahoma-USA 1976, was chosen by Vanity Fair in 1999 as one of America’s Most Influential Women for her work with domestic violence victims. A recipient of numerous other awards, including the Association of Women in Communication Byliner’s Award in 2000, Daughter’s of American Revolution Community Service Award in 2000, AAFPRS National Community Service Award in 1995 and the Spirit of Women Award in 1998, Lori has been featured on 20/20, Geraldo, Sally and Inside Addition. Lori initiated the Face to Face Domestic Violence Program, a program with worldwide participation by physicians to provide pro bono surgeries for victims of domestic violence. Lori is a board certified Facial Plastic Surgeon and is married to Wes Lane.

Diane Liddell

Diane Liddell has heart for women and has served in her church as the Ladies Director for several years. Diane also has a passion to live a life that glorifies God by supporting ministries and opening her home for various bible studies and youth groups such as Young Life, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Youth for Christ and Campus Crusade. She is an active supporter of Willow Springs Boys Ranch in Chandler and missionaries through Antioch Church in Waco Texas. Diane and her husband Mike have three grown daughters and two grandchildren.

Carol Wright

A former Edmond Citizen of the Year, Carol served on staff of the HOPE Center of Edmond for ten years, co-founded the Edmond Human Needs Task Force and is currently associated with the Rotary Club of Edmond, Edmond Women’s Club and the Edmond Historical Society. Carol has also served in leadership with the Edmond Historical Trust, Edmond Public Transportation Committee, Celebration of Children Festival, Edmond Memorial Day Jazz Festival and with many others groups.  She and her husband, Dave (married over 40 years), are both actively tutoring for Whiz Kids, volunteering at the Hope Center, and teaching the 2 and 3 year olds at their church.  

Debbie Upchurch

Debbie Upchurch served on the Board of Directors for the Edmond Women’s Club where she was a charter member. Her greatest love is mentoring and encouraging hurting women with a message of Christ’s love. Debbie serves in her local church as a Stephen Minister. She has worked in healthcare administration for 20 years and has been married to her high school sweetheart for 35 years. Debbie and Randy have 3 sons and daughters-in-love.

Sarah Simpson, Treasurer

Sarah graduated from The University of Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Arts and has taught school in the public and private sectors. In past years, she has also taught Women's Bible studies and adult Sunday school classes. She has been married to Charles Simpson for 32 years and they have two grown daughters, Anna and Laurie. Currently, Sarah and Charles run a cattle ranch in eastern Oklahoma and are actively involved in the real estate business in the metropolitan area.

 Dr. Thelma Chambers-Young

Dr. Chambers-Young is a Staff Psychologist at the Veterans Medical Center in Oklahoma City.  She has served as President of the Progressive National Baptist Convention, Inc. Women’s Department 1999-2003, Vice President of the North American Baptist Women’s Union 2002-2007, and as Vice President at Large of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA 2005-2009.  Dr. Chambers-Young received a commission as Lieutenant in the United States Public Health Service, in 1998.  She is a member of the Holy Temple Baptist Church, in Oklahoma City where she serves as Administrative Pastor and advisor to the Young Adult Ministry. Dr. Thelma Chambers-Young is married to the Rev. George E. Young, Sr.

 Debra Duncan, Secretary

Debra Duncan is a graduate of Oklahoma Baptist University with a degree in Business Education. Having adopted both of her children from the Gladney Center, she recently co-chaired the Gladney Style Show and Luncheon in November 2008. She has been a Whiz Kid tutor for four years. She and her husband actively support Cornerstone Assistance Netword, Whiz Kids, WOW! Work of Women, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, the CWF Teachers' Institute, Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence and Compassion International. Debra enjoys Precepts Bible Studies and playing golf. She and her husband, Scott, have been married 37 years and have a son, Jason, who is married to Jenni, and a daughter, Mandy.

Alicia Hill

Alicia has a heart for women, children and Godly marriages. She and her husband Clarence are co-founders of Eye to Eye Marriage Enrichment Community whose mission is to promote God ordained purpose for marriages in order to leave a legacy for future generations. She served as an instructor and mentor at the Deaconness Crisis Pregnancy Center for 3 years. After a rewarding career in Engineering with Kodak, NASA and Lucent, Alicia answered God's call of motherhood and homeschooling. She and Clarence serve in leadership at Church Ablaze. They have three children.