General Treasurer/CFO

johnsone@wesleyan.org – 317.774.3946

Elaine has been at The Wesleyan Church Headquarters for nearly two years. She has over 25 years of human resources experience including director level human resources at a major university and two major corporate organizations. She also has experience as a managing partner for the compensation and benefits practice of a management consulting firm. Elaine holds BA and MPA degrees from Indiana University. Elaine is a certified compensation professional (CCP) and has been an adjunct faculty member for Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis and WorldatWork. At headquarters, she is responsible for on-boarding, employee benefits for headquarters employees and missionaries and employee relations. She is passionate about equitable compensation and enjoys assisting employees with any HR needs. While not at work, she enjoys exercising, listening to music and actively participating in service organizations including Alpha Kappa Alpha and The Links, Inc.

“ I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13, NASB

gorveattes@wesleyan.org – 317.774.3945

Sherry Gorveatte has joined the Finance team in the General Treasurer’s Office as Director of Shared Accounting Services. She provides leadership to our venture into shared accounting services with Church-related entities including, but not limited to, Crossroads District, Global Wesleyan Alliance, Greater Ohio District, Hephzibah 62:4, Indiana South District, International Conference of The Wesleyan Church, Kentucky-Tennessee District, and Wesleyan Holiness Women Clergy.
Sherry is a married to Dr. Mark Gorveatte, District Superintendent of the Crossroads District. She has an MBA from Spring Arbor University, is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in Alabama and North Dakota and is enrolled in Indiana Wesleyan University’s new Doctor of Business Administration-Accounting program. Mark and Sherry reside in Upland, Indiana (close to Ivanhoe’s Restaurant) and are empty nesters with 4 adult children who are all involved in church ministry.

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

Romans 8:28 NIV

rousej@wesleyan.org – 317-774-3942

Jenny Rouse is the Senior Accountant for The Wesleyan Church. She serves as the accounting team lead for the Wesleyan Publishing House and assists the CFO with audit, taxes, and financial and regulatory reporting. Previously Jenny was the Controller for a local restaurant franchise group and is excited to put her experience and expertise to work for the Church. She holds a master’s in accounting from Indiana University and a bachelor’s in Accounting from Ball State University.

Jenny resides in Fishers, Indiana with her husband Ben and their two school aged children. On Sundays you can find her teaching preschool and kindergarten classes at Trinity Church in Fishers.  She is currently training to join the greater Indianapolis prayer ministry with Wellsprings of Freedom International.  She also enjoys camping with her family and hosting board game nights for family and friends.

“But now that you have been set free from sin and become slaves to God, the benefit you reap leads to holiness, and the result is eternal life.” Rom. 6:22

meadors@wesleyan.org – 317.774.3943

Shannon is returning to The Wesleyan Church as a member of the General Treasurer’s Office Shared Accounting Service (SAS) team as a part-time accountant . From 2005-2015, Shannon served on the Finance team with distinction as a staff accountant (5 years) and accounting manager (5 years).

Shannon earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from Franklin College and now resides in Fishers with her husband and two sons. She and her family embarked upon the homeschool journey several years ago, which has allowed her to return to GTO in a part-time role.  When not schooling or working, Shannon can usually be found reading or cheering for the Cubs.

Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.  Ephesians 4:32

pattersont@wesleyan.org – 317.774.7964

Tina was born in Brook, Indiana, and grew up in Lafayette. She lives in Anderson, Indiana where she received an MBA from Anderson University. Tina is married to Rick, and they enjoy working in ministry together. Currently they are part of Circle of Hope – the Anderson campus. They have three grown children and three grandchildren.  She enjoys sewing, crafts, cooking, reading books and spending time with family.

“May the God of hope fill you will all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Rom. 15:13

moorej@wesleyan.org – 317.774.7968

Janet serves as mail clerk in the General Treasurer’s Office. Originally from Greenwood, she previously worked as a financial secretary for a major employer in Indianapolis for 10 years. She also most recently served 10 years in the Lapel School District where her two boys attended. Janet and her family live in Anderson and attend Edgewood Baptist Church. In her spare time she enjoys ministering at church, riding bike and walking sandy beaches.

“We love because He first loved us.” 1 John 4:19 

“…we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope.” Romans 5:3-4 

Maudlinl@wesleyan.org – 317.774.7927

Lorrie serves as mail clerk in the General Treasurer’s Office. She is originally from Pittsburgh Pennsylvania.  She moved to Ohio to attend Bowling Green State University where she got her bachelor’s degree in Computer Science.

She later moved to Fishers, Indiana where she lives with her husband Drew and their three children. While not at work, Lorrie enjoys exercising and spending time with her family.  She especially enjoys watching her two youngest play soccer.

“Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all you that hope in the Lord.” Psalms 31:24

newtont@wesleyan.org – 317.774.3994

Terry is the new facility manager of the headquarters. He was born and raised in Indianapolis and has most recently served as the facility manager at the Indianapolis First Church of the Nazarene.

Terry, and his wife, Linda, both attended Indiana Wesleyan University. They have two adult children, Jared and Ashley.  Terry likes old movies and science fiction.  He is excited to be serving here at the Wesleyan Church.

griffithse@wesleyan.org – 317.774.

Estherlita Griffiths joined the headquarters’ team providing IT management consulting services  bringing a vast wealth of professional experience in technology management in the areas of leadership, strategy, program delivery and change management. She has served in senior IT management positions with an impressive list of entities such as Sears Canada, Canadian Tire, and Canada Life Financial Corporation. In addition to her professional experience, she brings a deep understanding and history of leadership within The Wesleyan Church. She is presently a member of the Central Canada District Board of Administration, a member of the National Board of The Wesleyan Church of Canada, member of the Wesley Seminary Advisory Board, member of the USF Study Team, and recent delegate to the International Conference of The Wesleyan Church in Barbados (where her mother still resides).

Presently Estherlita and her husband, Emile, reside in Calgary, Alberta were Emile is enrolled in seminary.