Category Archives for "Staff"

  Goodbye from Rev. Michael DeSantis Dear ones, I write this message filled with profound gratitude and no small amount of sadness. As many of you know, my last day at First Unitarian will be this Sunday, May 31. You may also know that there are particular guidelines about how UU ministers relate to congregations […]

„Ellory Boyd‧ Stewardship/Administrative AssistantEllory brings a strong background in relationship-centered work, volunteer coordination, and community engagement, with a deep commitment to building sustainable, values-driven organizations. Their experience supporting mission-focused programs, organizing volunteers, and strengthening community partnerships will be a meaningful asset to our stewardship efforts. Ellory is passionate about cultivating connection, gratitude, and care within […]

Welcome Randle Loeb, FUSD’s Building Custodian! I’m a Reconstructionist Jew.  In my family, there have been generations of reformed rabbis. My affiliation with Unitarianism began when I was a teenager participating in liberal religious youth at the Germantown Unitarian Universalist Church in Philadelphia, where I am originally from. Our philosophy is to always perform mitzvahs […]

Learn more about Michael! Ministerial Resident Michael DeSantis (they/them) shares their gratitude for the warm welcome at FUSD, a glimpse of their journey, and hopes for the year ahead. Take a moment to listen and get to know them — and don’t forget to say hello when you see them at church!

Meet Michael DeSantis, Ministerial Resident Michael DeSantis (they/them) is delighted to be joining First Unitarian as our Ministerial Resident for the 2025-26 church year. Michael is a Candidate for Unitarian Universalist Ministry who comes to First Unitarian after completing their ministry internship at Jefferson Unitarian Church in nearby Golden, CO. As part of their role […]