Kaye P. McKee, Executive Director

Life motto: "Only the centered thrive on the edge."
We are Jesus followers, called to be Christ in our city: to open arms wide in welcome, to offer spiritual nurture to the famished, to creatively and compassionately share our good news. We are Jesus followers, called to be Christ in our world: to lift cups of cold water to parched lips, to comfort the suffering, to hope for the hopeless.
Kaye's doctoral project, Spirit Whispers (1 Kings 19:11-13), seeks to serve creative people in Austin, Texas, by translating Gospel truth into their language (the language of metaphor) and by providing a welcoming space in which they may meet God through the creation of art: a space free of manipulation, shaming, or judgment. Our Spirit Whispers arts leaders have received training in biblical metaphor, in pastoral-care principles, and in spiritual practice so they might provide true sanctuary for creatives.
Spirit Whispers began on January 6th, 2008 and ran for eight weeks. Creatives who participated in Spirit Whispers were welcomed to display their work in the Journey Warehouse during Holy Week and on Easter Sunday.
Have a question about Spirit Whispers? Call us at 512-439-7410 ext. 8 or email Contact@aspaciousplace.com.
Carlye Brookshire, Board Member

Carlye graduated from the University of Texas with a Bachelors of Fine Arts. She specialized in graphic design, painting and art history. In 1990 Caryle was blessed with a beautiful daughter, Clare. For four years she was a professional mom, teaching both her daughter and the neighborhood kids how to read and draw. Then, for 10 wonderful years, she taught art in the Eanes School District. Carlye's spiritual journey has led her to share with others the gifts that have been freely given to her. For her, creativity is a means of connecting with God: "having an intimate conversation with God." Carlye hopes to use her role on the A Spacious Place Board to provide encouragement and fun for those who want to explore the creative process as an integral part of their own spiritual journey.
Rick Diamond, D.Min, Board Secretary

Life motto:"I have sworn upon the altar of God eternal hostility toward every form of tyranny over the minds of men." Thomas Jefferson and "The Kingdom of God is here." Jesus
Janettee Henderson, Ph.D., Board Member

Janettee has a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Master's degree in Human Development and Family Studies, both from Texas Tech University. Her Bachelor's degree in Psychology is from the University of Texas at Austin. She is an experienced presenter at the local, state and national level. As a clinical member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, Janettee is currently in private practice in Austin, Texas.
Life motto: " Blessed are the flexible. For they shall not get bent out of shape."
Mike Lawrence, Board Member

As a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin ("Hook 'em, Horns"), Mike graduated with a BA with highest honors in 1974 and a JD with honors in 1977. He is a member of Phi Beta Kappa and Order of the Coif.
Mike is very active in civic affairs. In addition to being on the Board of A Spacious Place, he currently works with his churchJourney Imperfect Faith Community, Mobile Loaves & Fishes, Austin Baptist Chapel, Project "Help" and American YouthWorks.
He and his wife, Kathie, have 3 children and 2 grandchildren. Mike is an avid music lover and guitarist, serving on the Board of Directors of the Austin Blues Society.
Arielle McKee, Board Treasurer

Arielle, soon to be a graduate of The University of Texas Austin, is a member of Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Kappa Phi and Psi Chi.
Life motto: "I'd rather laugh with the sinners than cry with the saints, the sinners are much more fun." Billy Joel
David E. McKee, Jr., Board Chair

Life motto: "Give me chocolate and no one gets hurt!" or alternately: "Instant HumanJust add coffee!
Dina Montgomery, Board Member

Beth Patterson, Board Member
