Our Staff

Rev. Dr. Carol Hepokoski, Minister

Reverend Hepokoski has served as Minister and Interim Minister for UU churches across the midwest and most recently in Ithaca, NY. Reverend Hepokoski accepted the call to become our Minister in May 2006. Her regular blog can be found here.

Sarah Rothwell, Coordinator of Congregational Life

As Coordinator of Congregational Life, Sarah assists the minister, staff and committees in providing needed contact and care for members and assists in the coordination of the ongoing engagement of visitors, friends, and members of the church in a welcoming and hospitable manner.

Ryan Shriver, Director of Religious Education

As Director of Religious Education, Ryan oversees the children and youth curriculum and programming, in close consultation with the Religious Education Committee for Children and Youth. Ryan's monthly newsletter article can be viewed here.

Connie Schuelka, Records Administrator & Co-Director of Music

As Records Administrator, Connie manages the bank records and accounts, work records, and licenses required for church business. Connie has been Records Administrator since 1993.

As Co-Director of Music, Connie arranges guest musicians for church services, and she plays the piano, organ, and harpsichord for many of our services.

Joe Mish, Co-Director of Music

As Co-Director of Music, Joe directs the choir, is responsible for the selection of music, and writes a regular column in our church newsletter.

Theresa Murphy-Michel, Office Manager & Communications Coordinator

Theresa is the Office Manager and coordinates all communications for the church.

Samantha Olson, Youth Programs Coordinator

As Youth Programs Coordinator, Sam works with our Jr. High and Sr. High youth to develop meaningful opportunities for fellowship, spiritual growth and service to our congregation and our community.

Molly Dennis, Childcare Coordinator

Molly manages our Nursery Care and the volunteers and youth assistants we need to insure our youngest members of our community are cared for in a safe, engaging and positive atmosphere.

David Kraemer, Ministerial Intern

David is Ministerial Intern from United Theological Seminary this year. He is learning to lead worship and work with the committees, Board of Directors and organization of the church. He is available for office visits by appointment.