(she/her) A lifelong UU, Rev. Alison grew up in a large congregation and served internships, summer ministries, and assistant ministries in large churches in NYC and Tulsa. She graduated from … Continue reading Rev. Alison Miller

(he/him) Rev. Thomas Disrud was called to serve as Associate Minister of Portland’s First Unitarian Church in 1995. His responsibilities include serving on the Executive Team, which oversees the church’s … Continue reading Rev. Thomas Disrud

(she/her) Danielle Garrett is a candidate for the Unitarian Universalist ministry and was the ministerial intern for the 2023-2024 church year. She is now on contract for the 2024-2025 church … Continue reading Danielle Garrett

(she/her) As a true native Oregonian at heart, Jen has had the privilege of living in various corners of the United States and the world. Still, her journey always led … Continue reading Jen Thomas

(she/her) Rev. Leah Ongiri came on staff in 2023 but her relationship with First Unitarian began when she started attending as a toddler with her family. She directs programs and … Continue reading Rev. Leah Ongiri

(she/her) Dana joined staff as the Social Justice Director in the Summer of 2017.  She’s attended First Unitarian Church since 2003 and was drawn to Unitarian Universalism as a young … Continue reading Dana Buhl

(he/him) After an in-depth search by the Music Ministry Transition Team, Garrett Bond was selected as the Interim Director of Music Ministries and began the position in October 2024. An … Continue reading Garrett Bond

(he/him) Joe has been organist of First Unitarian Church of Portland since August 1996. He holds the degrees of Bachelor of Music in Organ and Master of Liturgical Music from … Continue reading Joseph O’Donnell

(she/her) Kathryn joined the church staff in late 2010, after spending many years in a similar position at a smaller Unitarian Universalist church in our area. Prior to moving to … Continue reading Kathryn Estey

(she/her) Erin joined First Unitarian in 2012 as the Stewardship Assistant. In 2018, she became Stewardship Manager and later added Accounting and HR Clerk to her responsibilities.

Isabella became part of the First Unitarian team in June 2024 and has been a Portland resident since 2005. Outside of work, Isabella loves crafting, traveling, and spending time with … Continue reading Isabella Utrecht

John joined staff as the Executive Assistant/Receptionist in March 2015. He was drawn to Unitarian Universalism because of its commitment to LGBTQ+ rights, and social and racial justice. He is … Continue reading John Rosette

(he/him) Jason joined First Unitarian in 2009 as a sexton. He proved himself to be an integral part of the team and worked his way up to Facilities Manager. He … Continue reading Jason Chapman

(he/him) Kamal has been a valued member of the First Unitarian team since 2011, earning his promotion to Lead Sexton in 2014. Originally from Nepal, Kamal left home at the … Continue reading Kamal Sunuwar

(he/him) Joey’s journey with First Unitarian began in 2016 as a committed member of the Sexton team. His dedication led to a natural transition in 2021 when he stepped into … Continue reading Joey Mohler

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