MEET OUR BOARD
TWYLLA HESTER, CEO
Twylla grew up in Oklahoma and spent 20 years in education as a teacher and principal. She received her doctorate in education from the University of Oklahoma and holds her superintendent certification as well. She has been married to her husband, Hank, since 1997. Together they’ve raised their 3 children here in the Yukon/El Reno area. Hank served as a youth minister and pastor for many years and together they have served in a variety of ministries across Oklahoma. She is excited for the future of House of Healing and the ways that God will impact lives through this ministry.
NIKKI REUTLINGER, Board Chair
Mother of two pre-teen daughters and gala volunteer, I support House of Healing because I understand how lonely and difficult it is to be a teenage girl. As a young girl, I painfully watched a beloved family member struggle through her teenage years, falling into drug use, depression, pregnancy and ultimately dropping out of school. I continually see the need for House of Healing and the positive impact it has on families within our community. House of Healing is full of integrity and is committed to following faith in serving the girls, mentors and leaders to the utmost. I am honored to help love, encourage, guide and support House of Healing and its participants with my time and talents.
Cecil Johnson, Treasurer
Cecil has 4 children, 5 grandchildren, one great granddaughter. He lives in Moore and attends St. Andrew Catholic Church. President of the Bl Stanley Rother Chapter of Catholic Cross Bearers Motorcycle Ministry and a retired Moore Public Schools Science teacher, his hobbies include hiking, photography, hunting, fishing and camping as well as cross country trips on his motorcycle. He is excited to be a member of the Board of Directors of House of Healing as it will give him an opportunity to continue to be involved as an educator, a volunteer and a mentor to young women in the OKC Metro area.
SUSAN HENDRICKS, Secretary
Susan and her husband Kent, live in Yukon with their sweet puppy Maggie. Together they have one daughter and two sons. One son is serving in the US Air Force and the other is set to begin his Air Force journey in the summer of 2023. Their daughter lives close in Yukon. Since 2007 Susan has had the opportunity to work in different positions in a few different schools and witnessed the good, the bad and sometimes the ugly, of children’s days. For the last year, she has been working at The Oklahoma State Department of Education as a Grants Manager Specialist in the Office of Federal Programs. With God’s love and direction, she is looking forward to serving on the Board of House of Healing, having heard many wonderful things about the way the House is helping many young ladies work through the chaos of their teenage years.
BRENDA BLACK
Brenda lives in Yukon with Clint, her husband of 28 years. Together they have raised 3 successful young men that have all started careers of their own.
She has worked in the financial field for Putnam City Schools and now Piedmont Public Schools.
“I am honored to serve on the board of House of Healing as I truly believe all children deserve a safe environment and the opportunity to learn and participate in this amazing mission.”
Brenda loves the Lord, reading, traveling and enjoys time with her beloved family, friends and pets
KATHY HILL
I have been privileged to work at House of Healing for the past four years. I have seen first-hand how the Equine Program has helped my granddaughter to grow and experience God’s love through the tools and relationships built through House of Healing. I will commit to faith and work together as a team to grow House of Healing and what is planned for the future of our girls.
Michael Fields
Mike and his wife, Gayle, live in Sayre, OK. Together they have 5 kids and 14 grandkids. He has worked in the oilfield and run several businesses. He enjoys hunting with his grandkids, running his cows and horses, and serving through several ministries and boards. He is proud to serve on the board of House of Healing to change the lives of young girls and to impact kingdom work in a positive way.
TAMMY WEST
Tammy and her husband, Jon, live in and have raised their 3 children in NW Oklahoma City. Tammy is a long time community volunteer who has been very active in Putnam City Schools. While serving her second term on the Putnam City Board of Education, she was asked to run for the legislature representing her district (HD 84) in the Oklahoma House of Representatives. Tammy was elected in 2016 and continues to serve in the legislature as the Majority Leader. It is an honor to be on the Board for House of Healing. For several years I have been inspired by the mission and work that is supported by such a wonderful program.