Membership Team Member, Connections Team Co-chair

Life Lines Lay Minister

Committee Member

I have been a Unitarian Universalist for about 40 yr, starting at the First Unitarian Church in Providence, RI. My decision to move to Salem, OR and join the faculty at Willamette University in 1998 was in part based on knowing I could participate in a thriving UU community in town. UUCS has been a … Continue reading Barbara Stebbins-Boaz

Director, Seat #3;

I have been a member at UUCS since 2015. I have two kids registered in the LRE Program and I have served as the LRE Team Chair since the fall of 2019. I do this work because my highest service priority is helping UUCS to reestablish a full and thriving children’s LRE program. I also … Continue reading Ben Cavaletto

I grew up in Chicago and moved to Salem after college and have lived here for 30 years. I have a son in college and work as a librarian. I started attending UUCS in 2015 or 2016 and became a member in 2017. I am a host at UUCS on the 4th Sundays and am … Continue reading Beth Ann Huffine

Marion County EarthWISE liaison

Marion County EarthWISE liaison Facilities Team member

I am currently co-chair of the Membership Team. I work for the Salem-Keizer School District as a special education assistant, currently at Straub middle school, I play handbells at St Paul’s Episcopal church, I love to ride my recumbent trike during my summer vacations and visit the beach as frequently as I can.

Life Lines Lay Minister

What she does and her interests: Life Lines Host Food bank person She have been in the church since she was a little girl of 6 Volunteered in the RE nursery for 20 years She lives with her 2 cats and new rabbit. She likes to draw nature and nature scenes,  write poetry, and being … Continue reading Careylynn Patterson

I have been a member of UUCS since 1994, most recently serving as the Board Vice-Chair. I have served on the board for 6 years, am on the Committee on Human Resources, the Engagement Team, and the choir. When my children were growing up in our congregation, I was active in LRE as a classroom … Continue reading Christine Ertl

Director, Seat #1

I have been a member of UUCS since the mid-1990s.  My involvement within the congregation from that time until present includes regular attendance for services, RE teacher for 3 years, coordinator and facilitator of a parent support group focused on behavioral techniques and approaches, greeter for 2 years and member of the Engagement Team, which … Continue reading Christine Keese-Ferguson

I am from Salem. I have been involved with UUCS is some manner for around 13 years. I finally became a member in 2019 with my wife. I appreciate the diversity and inclusivity of this congregation.

Director, Seat #4

My journey with UUCS began when I became a member in 2015 and volunteered in the office where I found my passion for fostering a vibrant and inclusive community. Since April 2018, I have served on the Committee on Human Resources, contributing to crucial decisions in hiring key director positions and navigating changes in the … Continue reading Craig Rowland

Board Vice-chair

I am honored to serve as Vice Chair on the Board of Directors for the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Salem. My relevant professional experience includes working for the Community Action Agency of Salem as Family Head Start Director. Subsequently, I served as the Oregon state-wide Head Start Collaboration Director/Early Childhood Specialist for the Oregon Department … Continue reading Dell Ford

Internship Committee

Team Member

Life Lines Lay Minister

I’ve been a member of UUCS since 2003. Over the years I’ve served on various committees, coordinated a Sunday morning book group for six years, been a member of the Board, and Board Secretary, and taught various adult RE classes, including co-teaching the recent World Religions course. I look forward to another opportunity to serve our community.

Congregational Administrator

I’m mother to four children of my own, but our home is always housing one or more “bonus teens” who need a safe space, snacks and extra guidance or support. I’m a proud wife to a Disabled Vet and we have 4 cats on top of the kiddos. It can be loud and chaotic, but … Continue reading Emma Kreger

Life Lines Lay Minister

I have been a Unitarian Universalist member for 20 years: Eliot Chapel in Saint Louis, Missouri; UU Church in Clearwater and First Unitarian Church in Orlando, Florida; and now a new Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Salem member since 2022. As of June 2021, my involvement has included: regular attendance for services; Connection Group member; Chalice … Continue reading Faith Rockenstein

Life Lines Lay Minister

I have been an active member of the Salem Unitarian Universalist Congregation since 2018 and pledge annually. I have served as a Soul Matters Connections Group co-facilitator since 2019, and have been with the Homilist Team since February of 2022. I also serve as a Sunday greeter. I have, in the past, served as a … Continue reading Greg Gregg

Board Secretary

I am happy to be the Board Secretary at UUCS. I have been attending the congregation since before Covid and formally became a member last year. From the start I have attended a Connections Group and more recently a Chalice Circle. Earlier this year I was honored to become one of the congregation’s delegates to … Continue reading Hannah Batu

SJT Co-chair

For over 20 years, I have been a member of various UU congregations. The first church was in upstate New York. The membership was rather small. My wife Anna, a fellow UU member, was interested in finding a spiritual home for our two children. The second church in Vermont had a classic New England feel … Continue reading Jack Tally

Cordon Road Stewardship Coordinator

I was born a Unitarian and raised UU. I joined UUCS in 2008. I am currently a member of the Music Team and Worship Teams, a Choir member and I lead the Women’s Retreat Committee. Our congregation, like many others, is facing challenges that are unprecedented. By continuing on the board, I hope to assist … Continue reading Janet Stevens

Life Lines Lay Minister

Partner Church Coordinator

Life Lines Lay Minister

Team Member

I enjoyed serving on the UUCS Nomination Committee. A member since 2014, I have been actively engaged in a variety of volunteer positions. Some of my past involvements include the following: Membership Chair, Board of Directors, Host Team, Financial Team, Abundance Team (Annual Pledge Drive), Annual Meeting Lunch (Co-Chair for two years), Pledge Drive Celebration … Continue reading Joel Woodman

SJT Co-chair

Current roles: Board Treasurer Finance Team Chair Stewardship Team member Facilities Team member I am humbled to be elected for the UUCS Treasurer. I will work with the Board to establish systems to insure UUCS has robust finances as well as manage UUCS finances. Being Finance Team chair, running the pledge drive and participating in the annual … Continue reading John Prohodsky

Music Director

Office Administrator

I’ve been attending UUCS since the summer of 2018, when my husband and I moved to Keizer, and became a member in early 2019. Prior to moving here, I attended the UU church in Bremerton, WA, where I facilitated a Chalice Circle and volunteered with various events and projects. At UUCS I’ve been in a … Continue reading Julianne (Juli) Patton

Life Lines Lay Minister

Memorial Wall

Life Lines Lay Minister

Life Lines Lay Minister

Life Lines Lay Minister

UUCS came into my life when I was fairly new to Salem in 2013 and looking for a spiritual home and community. I brought my love of singing to the choir in the fall of 2014 and although not currently able to sing with my beloved friends due to the pandemic, I am staying connected … Continue reading Lisa Marcus

Pianist

I have been a member of UUCS since 2004, and a member of several other UU churches since 1994. I have served on boards at two of them and have been involved in multiple committees and activities. I have always felt a deep connection to the Principles and Purposes of UU. I think we are … Continue reading Louise Meyers

Past Board Chair, Facilities Team Coordinator; Life Lines Lay Minister

Current Roles: Past Board Chair Lifelines Lay Minister RE Team Volunteer Membership Team Member Women’s Alliance co-Chair I have been a member of UUCS for almost 48 years. I was on the board for a few years in the 1980’s. After that I focused on singing in the choir and volunteering in RE. Three years … Continue reading Lynn Cardiff

Life Lines Lay Minister

Many of you already know me since I have been attending UUCS for over 6 years now and have been a member for over 5. If you don’t know me, or perhaps only know me by sight, my name is Megan Roller (formally Altorfer, Reverend Rick married me to my husband in December), and I … Continue reading Megan Roller

CHR Chair

I’ve been a member of UUCS since 1996, first serving as an RE teacher, celebrant/anchor, and greeter. More recently, I’ve served as coordinator of the Addictions Ministry. In 2013, my husband and I exchanged wedding vows under the beautiful stained glass in our UUCS sanctuary, with Rev. Rick officiating and our elderly 3-legged dog serving as … Continue reading Michelle Blake

Director, Lifespan Religious Education

Hello everyone! My name is Molly Brown and I am so excited to be leading the RE team! Here is a little bit about me and my experiences that have led me to this position. I moved up to Oregon from Northern California in 2010 to attend OSU. In 2015 I became a mother and … Continue reading Molly Brown

Director, Seat #5

Janitor

I am a mother of two, and a wife. I love to paint, do puzzles and be outdoors. For a decade, I balanced work and school with a focus on fashion design. After having my first child however my priorities changed to being a mother. Now I am starting a new chapter, rejoining the workforce … Continue reading Rebekah Johnson

Minister

Rev. Monica Jacobson-Tennessen is an ordained Unitarian Universalist minister serving UUCS half-time. She states, “My roots are in Oregon, and my life and ministry are grounded in gratitude, awe, generosity, and joy. I am called to help people make connections and grow in relationship to themselves, others, and the greater All That Is, that we … Continue reading Rev. Monica Jacobson-Tennessen

Team Member

I have been a member of UUCS for thirty years, having served on the Board for a number of years including, as its Chair. Throughout the years I have also served on a number of committees, currently including the Internship Committee and as the leader of a covenant group. The UUCS has been very important … Continue reading Rob Schiff

I come from a religious background. My parents were missionaries in the Kodiak Island region of Alaska. I sang in church choirs, and in high school and college choirs. After college, however, I was engaged in family and work activities and did not have time to sing for over 30 years. I knew that in … Continue reading Robin LaMonte

Team Leader

Board Chair

I am humbled and honored to serve as the Chair of the Board of Directors for UUCS. Previously, I was a Board Director and Secretary. Other positions include, Worship Team member and was chair, Connections Team co-chair and group facilitator, Homilist, and UUA General Assembly Delegate. I have also been involved with the Partner Church … Continue reading Sara Pickett

Nominating Committee Member; Family Promise Coordinator

I have been a UUCS member since 2017. I served on the Long Term Planning Committee until our task was completed. I served on the Social Justice Committee until I committed to serve on the Long Term Planning Committee. I realized that the Long Term Plan needed my full attention so I stepped down from … Continue reading Sara Shatto

Webmaster

I joined UUCS in 2015 and retired shortly thereafter. I’ve been working on the Communications team since then, helping with the conversion to our existing website. Eventually, I took over as webmaster. I’ve also helped with several events and projects at UUCS. I’ve made so many friends among the congregation. Belonging to UUCS has been … Continue reading Sharon Pierson

Chair

Chair, Safer Congregation Committee

Board Treasurer

I am currently semi-retired and now working part time for Linn County General Services. In the past I’ve worked at Willamette University, leaving there in 2004 as the Maintenance Supervisor for the campus and meeting the needs of the infrastructure for approximately 1.3 million square feet of building space. Tracy Boyle and I then moved … Continue reading Steven Ovens

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Director, Seat #2

I am proud to be a Unitarian-Universalist for 53 years including the First Church-Unitarian of Athol, Massachusetts, and UUF Vero Beach, Florida, where I enjoyed being a member of a covenant group and served on their Board of Directors for Bridges Child Care. Professionally, I was a math professor and Dean of Natural Sciences at … Continue reading Teresa Farnum

Director, Seat #6

Greetings to my UUCS community. I have been attending since 1992 and became a member in 1996. Since joining the UUCS community, I feel that I belong and that I matter. In 2001 to 2003 I co-chaired the New Members Team with Marge French. I have also been an active member of Women’s Alliance for … Continue reading Tracy Boyle

Chair