ABOUT
MISSION AND HISTORY
No matter where you are in life -there is a need for balance. In the midst of a chaotic college life; the Wesley is here to help offer balance. We are here to serve the University of Arkansas Little Rock students, faculty, staff, and surrounding community. Come to any or all of our programs to find rejuvenation, support, love, and God.
Executive Director
Rev. Jana Green is an Ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church. Jana is married to Rev. Chase Green, who serves as the pastor at Primrose UMC in Little Rock. They have an adorable toddler. She moved from Oklahoma to serve this community. Jana loves movies, design, and photography. She invites you to come to the Wesley anytime to hang out, talk, or just need a safe space to be. Jana has been serving Wesley since 2014. She is excited about the role as Executive Director and Senior Pastor at Oak Forest UMC.
Rev. Jana Green
Associate Director
Leah Burleson
Leah Burleson is a recent graduate from UA Little Rock receiving a degree in sociology.Leah is passionate about Children’s Ministry and Christian Education. Leah will also be the children's minister at Oak Forest UMC. Campus Ministry has greatly impacted her college experience, and she is thrilled to have the opportunity to impact others in the same way. In her free time, Leah loves making crafts and going roller skating. She is very excited to be a part of Oak Forest and UA Little Rock’s Wesley Foundation’s shared ministry!
The United Methodist Church
University of Arkansas @ LR
Board of Directors
The UALR Wesley is a ministry under the United Methodist Church. We are a community of open minds, open doors, and open hearts. We hope to make disciples for the transformation of the world.
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The UALR Wesley is a registered student organization at UALR. We hope that we are able to connect into the community and be in ministry to all we can.
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Susan Gelé, Chair
Rev. Jessie Teegarden, Finance
Hugh Benfer, Alum
Rev. Sara Bayles
Rev. Jay Clark
Rev. Greg Schick
Jonathan Cupples
Terri Hammond
Jackson Swift, Student
Claire Marratt, Student
Ex-Officio Members
Rev. Ulyssess Washington
District Superientendent
Rev. Jana Green, Director
Leah Burleson, Associate Director