Sherill brings a rare "dual-lens" perspective to church consulting, grounded in the belief

that lasting renewal begins with honesty, rest, and repair. Before answering the call

to ministry, she was an active lay person in her local congregation and honed her

professional analytical skills in the aerospace and defense sectors. Whether she was

working as a Management Analyst for the Army Materiel Command or as an

Experiment Operations Engineer for McDonnell Douglas Space Systems, Sherill

learned how to navigate complex systems and solve intricate problems.

She has since dedicated decades to the United Methodist Church, serving in diverse

roles from Pastor to District Superintendent across multiple districts in North Alabama.

Her unique background allows her to see a church’s mission through both the eyes of a

seasoned pastor and the mind of an analyst, always prioritizing health over speed and

depth over quick fixes.

The Credentials:

•  M.Div., Vanderbilt University

•  MBA, Alabama A&M University

•  BSBA in Industrial Management, Auburn University

The Personal Side:

Sherill is married to Craig, a retired electrical engineer. They are the proud parents of

three grown children and the exceptionally proud grandparents of four "absolutely

fabulous" grandchildren. (Fair warning: if you ask, she will show you the photos!)

Pat approaches consulting with a teacher’s heart and a superintendent’s vision,

embodying our value of courageous truth with grace. A native of Middle Tennessee,

Pat spent 18 years as a seventh-grade science teacher before sensing a call to ministry

in 1999. This background in education fuels her love for guiding others as they pursue

deep questions and connecting with people of all ages.

Ordained as an Elder in 2007, Pat’s ministry has been defined by service to those on

the margins and leadership within the connection. She spent over a decade in East

Nashville working with individuals facing poverty and marginalization, followed by a

tenure in local church ministry. Most recently, she served for seven years as the Red

River District Superintendent, overseeing a vast area from Nashville to the

Tennessee River. Pat believes that every person possesses sacred worth and that

every day of ministry should include a healthy dose of laughter.

The Credentials:

•  M.Div., Vanderbilt University

•  M.Ed., Middle Tennessee State University

•  B.S., Middle Tennessee State University

The Personal Side: Pat shares her home with two "spoiled" dogs: Gracie Madeline, a

gentle mixed-breed soul, and Harrison Eugene, a Havanese who is convinced that

every lap in the room belongs to him.