Kevin Karsner President ( 1 year term starting in 2026)

Kevin Karsner is thrilled to be able to give back to the beloved community of All Peoples by being a trustee on the board.  I and my wife, Kathy, moved from Washington State at the end of 2018 on a suggestion by our son who had just moved to Kentucky with his fiancee at the time. Kathy and I started attending All Peoples back in August of 2023 and instantly found our new worship home and a great community of individuals.  We have enjoyed getting involved with the church through various events, the adult class Sunday morning discussions, joining the wonderful choir and looking forward to the fall when we will be leading a Connection group.  Outside of the congregation, Kevin is working as a supervisor for the Jefferson County Circuit Clerks office.  He enjoys walking his two schnoodles along Goose Creek, getting out doing yard work, exploring this great area, doing some grilling and baking.  I am so thankful for the openness of All Peoples and its inclusivity of all, regardless of background.  

Lisa Steiner Vice President ( 1 year term starting in 2026)

Lisa Steiner has been a member of All Peoples for more than a decade. Drawn to the community’s blend of social connection, activism, earth-centered engagement, Lisa and her partner quickly found a welcoming home. Lisa has co-led the Hospitality and Adult Exploration committees, served and chaired the Nominating Committee, and helped facilitate the online Auction since its inception. She has also supported key congregational initiatives, including covenant revisions, the name change, reopening efforts, supported family ministry through summer enrichment classes and the AMONG task group.

Over the past two years, Lisa has served as Board Secretary, and she is excited to continue serving on the Board of Trustees. Grounded in collaboration, creativity, and the elevation of diverse voices, she has built strong connections through Chalice Circles and connection groups.  Lisa is looking forward to helping with special projects of the board.

Charles Snyder, Treasurer ( 1 year term starting 2026)

Charles Snyder holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) and Master’s in Business Administration (MBA). Charles brings more than thirty years of professional experience across technical, business, and organizational environments. His background includes significant work in auditing, governance and compliance activities, providing him with a strong foundation for thoughtful leadership, accountability, and service on the Board of Trustees.

Charles has been a member of All Peoples Unitarian Universalist Congregation since the late 1990s. He and his wife Stasia have long valued the congregation services, programs, and welcoming community. Their two adult children, Natalia and Ben, both participated in the church’s life educational programs.

Kathy Semmes, Secretary  (1 year term starting 2026)

I have been a member of All Peoples for 5 years. Have served as a greeter and a worship associate and I am a member of the choir. I served on the Homeowner’s Association Board of Directors of GlenOaks for 12 years. Having served in the past as a Board member and president of First Unitarian Church I feel the time has come to be of service to All People’s. Now retired, I owned  small business for 20 years and was a real estate agent for 15 years. I am a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University and hold a Masters degree from the University of Tennessee.

Eddie Ignacio (3 year Term starting 2025)

Eddie Ignacio is a seasoned Electrical Engineer and accomplished global executive with over 40 years of leadership across diverse industries. Born in Manhattan, New York, and raised in Puerto Rico, his career is marked by key roles, including Vice President of Operations International for GE Lighting, Vice President of Operations Cardiology for Cordis (a Johnson & Johnson Medical Device Division), and Chief Operating Officer for Werner Co. Throughout his extensive career, he oversaw global operations, research and development, supply chain management, capital budgeting, and regulatory compliance in dynamic sectors across Puerto Rico, Mexico, Ireland, Italy, Switzerland, the USA, and beyond.

After retiring in 2018, Eddie relocated to Louisville, Kentucky, to be an integral presence in his only grandson’s life, who was then 3 years old. Following a challenging and transformative period in their lives, Eddie and his wife joined the All People’s Congregation (in early 2022). Since then, Eddie has embraced an active role in his new community—serving as a Greeter, participating in the congregation’s public demonstrations, assisting Reverend Bruce during Sunday services, and, beginning in early 2024, taking on building facility maintenance responsibilities. His notable contributions include eliminating an outdated well, reconstructing the handicap ramp leading into the JC Kitchen, installing soundproof panels and new ceiling fans with an improved kitchen entrance, as well as remodeling a non-operational nursery bathroom. Additionally, Eddie finds deep fulfillment volunteering as a Medical Translator for Spanish speaking immigrants at the Family Community Clinic on East Washington Street. This role allows him to bridge language barriers and provide vital support to his community, complementing his ongoing commitment to service.

Eddie’s journey is a testament to continuous reinvention—a seamless blend of technical expertise, global leadership, and heartfelt community engagement. His life’s work not only reflects decades of professional excellence but also underlines a profound commitment to service and meaningful impact in every community he touches.

Rob Kingsolver (3 year Term starting 2025)

A native Kentuckian, Rob Kingsolver earned a BS degree in Biology from Centre College. He holds a master’s degree in biology from Vanderbilt University and a Ph.D. in Ecology from the University of Kansas. Dr. Kingsolver’s service roles have included presidency of the Western Kentucky Botanical Garden, chairing Owensboro’s Citizens Committee to develop a citywide bicycle path, presidency of the Kentucky Academy of Science, membership on the Board of the Kentucky Conservation Committee, and membership on the editorial board of the University Press of Kentucky.

Before his retirement in 2021, Dr. Kingsolver devoted his career to education in small, independent Liberal Arts institutions, where he believes any motivated student can participate in a transformative undergraduate experience. He published a textbook on Ecology during his time as a professor. Then he served for five years as Dean of Arts and Sciences at Bellarmine before founding the University’s Environmental Studies program.

At All Peoples, Rob has served a term on the Governing Board, sung in the church choir, served on the ministerial search committee that recommended our current minister, provided several Sunday sermons, facilitated a course with David Cooper on the 1619 project emphasizing the importance of African American history, tended a garden providing flowers for our church services and served on the Committee on Ministry. In the latter capacity, he assisted the Board with data collection and interpretation during the last assessment of our five-year goals. Rob has enjoyed editing the Tapestry Magazine since it was launched as a quarterly magazine in December 2021.

Joan Miller (3 year Term starting 2025)
I just wanted to say a few words about why I am throwing my hat in the ring for the church board. I have been part of UU communities for most of my life, starting with the community church I attended as a kid—which, looking back, was about as UU as you could get without the actual label. I was part of a UU church near Chicago before moving here in 2015; and while it took me a little while to sign the membership book (I like to take my time with commitments), and I am so glad that I did.

Since then, I have joined a Chalice Circle (during which we regularly do good deeds) and the Brown Bag Book Club, which, as a former lover of whodunnits, has broadened my reading horizon. I play Canasta with some lovely folks, and pop into movies, concerts, and trivia nights whenever they happen. I also attend the wunnerful Bristol lunch group. I am writing notes for the Caring Committee and welcome new members with a letter—because I know how much a warm hello can mean when you are new. I attended the “destruction”* meeting (*instruction/ directions) on how to usher and collect offering….and saw parts of the church that I did not know were there! I appreciate the talent that our staff, musicians, and tech people bring.

I love this community. Coming here felt like “coming home”; and the acceptance of my silliness has bought me joy. I would be honored to serve in a deeper way, but I cannot promise I will bring baked goods to meetings—unless you want something mildly alarming—but I can promise to listen, contribute thoughtfully, and always keep the good of the congregation in mind.

Ryan Vaughn (3 year term starting in 2026)

Ryan was born in Somerset, Kentucky, where the Southern Baptist teachings of Jesus during his youth first planted the seeds of a service-oriented heart. At 18, he traded the familiar for the unknown, joining the Air Force to see the world and build a future. Over two decades of service, those “world experiences” became his greatest classroom, teaching him that leadership is less about rank and more about helping others succeed. Ryan found his greatest purpose in community impact. Whether leading a 50-person team to revitalize an inner-city school or coordinating a holiday event for 500 guests, his focus remained constant: empowering others to become the best versions of themselves.

After 22 years in uniform, Ryan and his family took a leap of faith and moved to Louisville. They arrived with few connections and faced the daunting task of building a life from scratch. Ryan was also undergoing an internal shift that he started during the late part of his military service. Through education and open-minded listening, he began to deconstruct his faith, arriving at a new worldview that—while deeply personal—sometimes felt isolating in his local environment. The search for a true home ended when they discovered the All Peoples congregation. There, Ryan’s family found a community that embraced them exactly as they are. Today, Ryan remains a firm believer in the power of “setting people up for success,” finding deep fulfillment in the intangible rewards of community and the collective effort to create a kinder, more equitable world.