Meet Our Staff
Reverend J.J. Wicke
J.J. grew up in Beeville, Texas and graduated from A.C. Jones High School in 2000. He then attended the University of Texas- Pan American and earned a degree in Biology. While at college he felt God’s call to be in full-time ordained ministry. After graduating from UTPA, he began working as a youth minister at First United Methodist Church in Elgin, Texas. While working, he attended school at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary where he graduated in 2009 with a Masters of Divinity degree. He was ordained an Elder in 2013. J.J. has served in churches in Elgin, Falfurrias, Weslaco, and Harlingen.
J.J. loves serving God, the church, and mission field. He looks for creative ways to be the church in the community while partnering with local non-profit organizations.
J.J. married Amy on June 30, 2012, in Austin. J.J. and Amy have two sons, Benjamin and Levi.
J.J. looks forward to serving Northwest Hills UMC. We know that God has been present for many years in the work that has been accomplished and can’t wait to see what the future holds as we pray and seek God’s will for this church and mission field. We look forward to growing with you on our journey of faith.
Reverend Cheryl A. Broome
Cheryl was born in Syracuse, New York, and by way of Oklahoma City, made her way to Texas as soon as she could. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Management from Southwest Texas State University. She felt God’s call to pastoral ministry and attended Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, graduating in 2002 with her Master of Divinity degree. She was ordained as an Elder in the United Methodist Church in 2006.
In her career in ordained ministry, Cheryl has served as pastor in churches across Texas—from Elgin to San Angelo to Austin—in roles ranging from youth and associate pastor to senior pastor. Her deepest calling has been to prayer and congregational care.
Cheryl has been married to Kevin for 40 years and they have two sons living in Austin. Outside of church, she enjoys reading, photography, and playing the banjolele!
Reverend Jacob Letterman
In his role at Northwest Hills UMC, Jacob works with our Children’s Director, Heather Taylor, to provide both spiritual and relational support to the My Friend’s House Child Development Center, as well as to the many organizations that regularly use our campus. Jacob also serves as the North District Chaplain, focused on maintaining relationships with the Foundation Communities program and the UMC
Jacob grew up in Fort Worth, Texas, before moving to Austin to attend the University of Texas at Austin, where he earned a degree in Public Health. While in college, he became deeply involved in the Wesley Foundation community, which played a major role in shaping both his faith and his call to ministry.
Jacob graduated from Perkins School of Theology in 2025 with a Master of Divinity degree. Over the past several years, he has served in youth, missions, young adult, and pastoral care ministries throughout Austin.
Jacob married his wife Anna in 2025, and much of their life together remains deeply connected to the friendships and community formed through ministry in Austin. Outside of church life, he enjoys spending time with friends, watching UT athletics, playing golf, and reading.
Sharon Clark
Originally from Corpus Christi, Sharon has lived in Austin for 11 years and absolutely loves it — especially the array of concerts and events, fun swimming holes, amazing food, and yes, even the summers! She has two amazing daughters, ages 14 and 11, who keep her on he toes and will be heading to McCallum High School and Lamar Middle School in the Fall of 2025.
Before joining Northwest Hills UMC, Sharon worked in a mix of areas, including events, social media, marketing, and sales. She has a bit of an obsession with house plants and interior design, and can never resist a good thrift find.
Michelle McMinn
Michelle grew up in the Austin area and received a Master of Science in Accounting at Texas A&M. Michelle is a CPA and has a diverse work background, but recently her work has been in church accounting because she loves using her gifts to serve the church. The United Methodist Church and mission are dear to her as she is a lifelong Methodist and a clergy spouse. Her husband, David, serves as the Director of the Texas Wesley, and they enjoy serving together along with their two young daughters, Sophie and Amelia.
Tyler Steele
Tyler, a native of the Texas Hill Country, graduated from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity degree in May of 2022. While earning his undergraduate degree in Social Work, Tyler had the blessing and privilege to serve as the Youth Director at Gruene UMC in New Braunfels, Texas, before continuing to work with youth in school social work and residential foster care settings. He and his wife, Mandy, share their home with three beautiful boys: their dog, Mulligan, their cat, Jack, and their son, Luca, who was born in October of 2023. He enjoys reading fantasy novels and spending time outdoors. Tyler is a devout Christian and a non-practicing Dallas Mavericks fan.
Heather Taylor
Two of the greatest joys in Heather’s life have been raising her two kids with her husband, Hal, and being a part of the congregation at Northwest Hills United Methodist Church. Regularly participating in the many children’s and youth activities and events over the years at Northwest Hills has filled their lives with tremendous joy. She is a former 8th-grade science teacher and professional ballet dancer, and she used her experience to start a dance ministry at Northwest Hills many years ago. She is excited to be serving as the Children’s Ministry Director. Heather loves sharing the good news of Jesus with children, as well as meeting new families and sharing with them all that Northwest Hills has to offer.
LaShaundra Campbell
LaShaundra Campbell was born and raised in East Texas in a little city called Tyler, known as the Rose City. She came to Austin for new and better opportunities. LaShaundra has no children or pets, her favorite color is red, and her hobbies include reading, DIY crafts, and hanging out with her family and friends. She holds an Associate Degree in Child Development and a Bachelor of Science in Business. She loves watching the excitement on children’s faces when they learn new things.
Jordan Burchill
Jordan Burchill is the contemporary worship leader at Northwest Hills. He grew up leading worship in his hometown of Fort Worth, Texas, and has been a worship leader and full-time musician for the past 12 years. Jordan earned a bachelor’s degree in jazz guitar at the University of North Texas and is also a gifted singer-songwriter. He has won numerous awards for his songwriting, and one of his songs was recently featured in an Academy Award-winning film. When he’s not serving his church family at Northwest Hills, you can find him performing with his wife as their duo Beth // James, playing locally in Austin, and touring the country.
Donald Brower
Donald is honored to be a part of the Northwest Hills United Methodist Church family.
Before joining Northwest Hills UMC, Donald assisted at the First Christian Church in Artesia, NM, First United Methodist Church in Lubbock, TX, and most recently at St. Mark United Methodist Church in Austin, TX.
Looking back, Donald cherishes many musical memories, but especially touring England and Scotland with the chancel choir of FUMC Lubbock, traveling across Europe with America’s Youth in Concert, and performing at Carnegie Hall in New York, Wesley’s Chapel in London, and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.
Donald spends way too much time reading, playing with (annoying) his cat, and watching sports with friends.
Ronnie Hawkins
Joyful Noise Praise Band
Mike St. Clair
Jimmy Milner
Jimmy Milner is a drummer from Montana. He loves hiking, camping and puppies.