Karen hails from Columbus, Ohio and has been a  Buckeye all her life.  She is a mother of two wonderful young adults. Karen graduated from Miami University with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. She returned to The Ohio State Universiry to obtain a Master's in Education.  Before heeding to the call of  GOD, Karen found fulfilling work as the Director of Ministry Development at the Mount Olivet Baptist Church under the mentorship of the Rev. Dr. Charles E. Booth.  In August 2020, Karen enrolled in Seminary at Dayton Theological Seminary and matriculated with a Master's in Ministry.  Not wanting to leave before she completed all that the Holy Spirit had impressed in her, Karen started working on her Doctorate Degree in Pastoral Care and Counseling in August, 2023.  Karen enjoys reading about the Black Experience, and loves meeting and talking to people.  Karen's core beliefs are:  Love Justice; Seek Mercy; Glorify God.