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Rev. Brooks Berndt is beginning his ministry
with us this year. Rev. Berndt is a doctoral student in homiletics at
the Graduate Theological Union (GTU) in Berkeley, California. He received
his Master of Divinity from Harvard Divinity School. Rev. Berndt has a
passion for preaching and promoting social justice through community organizing.
For fun, he loves comedy improv!
Kathy Woolley is the cheerful voice you'll hear answering the telephone. Kathy has served as the office Secretary/Administrator since 1999. She serves as editor of our twice monthly newsletter The Link. Call or write if you would like to be added to The Link mailing list. Kathy also has a passion for the performing arts and has appeared in a number of community stage musicals.
Virginia Dunbar directs the First Congregational Church Chancel Choir. The twenty-five voice choral ensemble fills the sanctuary with it's beautiful music each Sunday morning. If you love to sing, the choir would love to have you sing with them and make a joyful noise to the Lord. New basses and tenors are particularly appreciated.
Dr. Christopher Schindler is the organist/pianist extraordinaire of First Congregational UCC. We are blessed by Christopher's virtuosity which adds a rich texture to any Sunday morning service. Christophers' music can also be heard in a variety of concert venues.
Kristina Martin is our new CE/Youth Coordinator. Kristina has her MA in teaching and taught for nine years in the public school IB program. In 2005, after taking part in the "One Table Many Voices March" on DC, she realized she was being "called" to teach in the church. Kristina's favorite part of teaching is being present while someone ponders a new or difficult idea. She looks forward to seeing the Bible inspire all of the learners at First Congregational UCC.
Jon Hendricks has served as our custodian since 2002. Jon's smiling presence and dedication to his work keeps our building neat and tidy.