Board of Directors

The Lord said to Moses: "Bring me seventy of Isreal's elders who are known to you as leaders and officials among the people. Have them come to the Tent of Meeting that they may stand there with you. I will come down and speak with you there, and I will take of the Spirit that is on you and put the Spirit on them. They will help you carry the burden of the people so that you will not have to carry it alone." Numbers 11:16-17

Thomas N. Blubaugh

President/Executive Director

Tom has been involved in numerous church ministries and was on staff at the Salvation Army Harbor House, a men's rehab center, for six years. He spent twenty-five years in the insurance and financial sectors and was self-employed. He is also a published writer. Tom came to Jericho in May, 2009 in what seemed to be a coincidence but was, of course, God ordained. After reading books and listening to messages on finding God's will, he discovered Prov. 16:9, 19:21 in 1994 and relies on them to find His purpose.

Dan Jenkins

Vice President/Judicial Administrator

Dan Jenkins is the Vice President of Jenkins Diesel Power in Springfield, MO. As a volunteer he is currently involved in various Jericho activities including mentor training, screening and assessment, and as a liaison to the 31st Circuit Court.

Sharman Clay

Secretary/Office Administrator

Sharman oversees the business office, computer database, background checks, and supervises the office volunteers. She was employed at the Federal Medical Center in Springfield, MO for 29 years. Sharman was the manager for the Federal Women’s Affirmative Action program which included travelling to other federal prisons and auditing their program. She was Dr. Michael Reighard's Religious Service Technician at the Federal Medical Center which involved supervising inmate religious groups, coordinating visits from local churches, and purchasing religious items for all religious groups. She also worked for the Missouri Department of Corrections for 5 years as a clerical supervisor.

Rev. Charlotte Warren

Treasurer/Chaplain Administrator

Charlotte serves her church as Associate Pastor, youth counselor and liaison to various ministries. She believes each day is a precious gift of God and her enjoyment in life is to follow Ps. 118:24, “This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” She has been employed and served as a specialist and educator in the correctional system for the last 24 years. She realizes that it is essential for Christians to be completely dedicated to God’s high honor and surrendered to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. She has submitted her life to walk joyously in this principle and asks God to work through her to achieve His own end.

Sheila Bowen

Networking Administrator

Sheila has been a nurse for 18 years and has worked in health care for 23 years. Her clinical experiences include Intensive Care, Cardiac Care, Trauma, neonatal intensive care and home health. She has a dozen years of experience in healthcare administration.

Sheila is currently the Missouri State University Employee Wellness Coordinator and owner of her own business, Beautiful You Wellness.

Sheila is involved in the American Heart Association and does training and educational seminars on personal finance, health and wellness, beauty, balance and relationships.

Kathy Gillum

Kathy has been President of Women’s Ministry, Sunday school and Children’s church teacher and is an active member of New Hope Assembly in Seymour, MO. She is just finishing up an AS degree in Criminal Justice and continuing on for a BA with Columbia College.

Norbert Laengrich

Norbert has been a Christian since April, 1950 when he was saved at age 12. He has been Vice president of Marketing and Sales for two high technology corporations with responsibilities for worldwide marketing and sales operations; President and CEO of Embedded Performance, Inc.; and a consultant with Mentor Graphic Corporation. He is current retired and volunteers as a writer for Global University Prison Ministries. He also serves as the Church Care Team leader at Central Assembly in Springfield, MO.

Ron Merritt

Ron and his wife, Kathy, were missionary translators in Nigeria for 15 years. He was also the Principal of the Springfield Lutheran schools for 14 years. He has been an overseer of Lutheran campus ministries for eight years. He and his wife currently volunteer at the Springfield Victory Mission. God has led Ron to respond to Gods call as Paul has stated that we become all things to all men that we might win some for the Gospel of Jesus Christ (I Cor. 9:23ff). Having come from a non-Christian home, Ron thanks God for the saving Grace that was shown to him. He, in turn, desires to be God’s vessel in sharing the Lord Jesus Christ with others. This is the sole reason he is a part of the Jericho Commission.

Mike Weber

Mike Weber, 56 years old, graduated of Missouri State University. Employed at DOJ Bureau of Prisons, U. S. Medical Center for Federal Prisoners - Springfield, Mo. 29 years (Correctional Officer, Safety Manager, and Volunteer Coordinator), currently retired. Involved for 14 + years with the Living Free program which deals with individuals who may have or is currently struggling with life controlling issues. Volunteer at the Greene County jail and other organizations. Married, 28 years, two children and two grandchildren. Enjoy outdoor activities, sports and relaxing.