The Source as a congregation was started over 20 years ago as a service for the youth and young adults at Southern Hills United Methodist Church. In March of 2018, Rev. Jill Ruhl served as the launching pastor. Rev. Jill along with faithful and passionate members, worked to grow the congregation and reach the surrounding neighbors. During the pandemic, the church pivoted and services moved online for a short time. New traditions were created and God continued to move in a big way. We still have the livestream today with an online following. In June 2022, Rev. Ruhl retired and Rev. LeTicia Preacely was appointed and currently presides over the congregation.
The Source provides a casual environment to reach those throughout various neighborhoods in Lexington. We believe God extends His grace to all and by faith we are saved. As a church, we seek to make an impact on our community by hosting events, volunteering with the neighboring schools and other organizations and by supporting one another in our faith. Guests receive a warm welcome and there is room for everyone.
In January 2024, The Source became an independent congregation of the United Methodist Church.
LeTicia Preacely is a graduate of Princeton Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity and holds a Bachelor's degree in Religion and Jewish Studies from Oberlin College. Although LeTicia has many roles and responsibilities, she understands herself as a servant first and is honored to serve in the financial services industry and ministry vocationally. Currently, LeTicia assists families with holistic wealth management as a financial advisor, and has the privilege of serving as pastor of The Source. She has been on staff and in various leadership roles at several churches and non-profits in Kentucky, New Jersey, Ohio and New York. Through each position, LeTicia has been able to build God's kingdom and the community through her gifts as not only a minister of Christ, but also an administrator, life-coach, mentor, teacher and preacher.
LeTicia is married to her college sweetheart and best friend, Michael Preacely, and they have three amazing sons, Joshua, Benjamin and Jayce Bryson.