Leadership
Michael Lawhown
Associate Pastor, Minister of Music
Michael joined the UBC staff in December of 2022 as Associate Pastor, Minister of Music. He holds an Associate of Fine Arts in Music from Ferrum College, a Bachelor of Science in Music from Radford University and a Master of Divinity with Christian Education from The Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest. Mike has served in this capacity in several churches in North Carolina, Virginia, and Alabama as well as serving as a Senior Pastor for 10 years. He has been married to his lovely wife Stacey since 1993 and God has blessed them with three precious children: Kaitlyn Nicole born in August of 1995, Sarah Catherine born in March of 1997 and Rachel Grace born in February 2009. Mike enjoys gardening, yard work and landscaping.
Personal Statement: I believe that God has called us to seek the salvation of the lost and to disciple the saved until He comes using whatever means necessary
Life Verse: John 10:10 “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”
Staff
Vacant
Office Manager
Rupert Thomas
Maintenance Technician
Rupert has a servant’s heart, a can-do attitude, and a love for all of God’s creatures. Having grown up at Union, he takes time out of his many community activities to help maintain the church he loves.
Carolyn Neil
Pianist
Carolyn officially came on staff in 2009 but has grown up at Union her entire life. Carolyn uses her gifts to serve the church well beyond her role as a pianist. She works in various committees coordinating flowers, decorating, and events. She is known for her inciteful input and wisdom as well as getting the job done with grace and poise.