


A few things to know about Pastor Steve
Beloved, over the past few weeks I’ve had a chance to introduce myself, meet a few folks, and begin to learn about University Congregational Church. I thought I’d take a chance to share a few things about me that might not pop up in these conversations. I love having... Read more...
Pastor Search Committee announces preferred candidate
The University UCC Pastor Search Committee is pleased to unanimously recommend Reverend Steve J. Jerbi as our candidate to fill the position left vacant by Rev. Peter Ilgenfritz in December 2018. This position is now titled Minister of Worship and Christian... Read more...
The search is over! Introducing Benjamin A. Rogers, Interim Music Director
After a busy, purposeful, and sometimes surprised filled two-month process, the Interim Music Director (IMD) Search Team identified, and the Worship and Music Committee affirmed, the selection of Benjamin A. Rogers to fill the position vacated by Heidi Blythe when she... Read more...
Introducing the formation of the Amy Roon Lilly Grant Sabbatical Committee
“I Am Because We Are: A Journey Toward Belonging” In recent months, a group has formed to support Pastor Amy Roon as she lives into her vision for the sabbatical our pastoral leadership is eligible for every five years. Her dream, building for years but newly enriched... Read more...
Church Council assigns specific ministers’ roles, search process to begin
In its most recent meetings, UniversityUCC’s Church Council has taken important steps to move us through the transition we have been engaged in since Pastor Peter Ilgenfritz retired last year. At the February 17 meeting, the Council unanimously approved the leadership... Read more...
Staffing Proposal Committee working on Leadership Team structure
Change itself may be a constant, but the pace of change is rarely constant. UCUCC is in a period of increased pace of change, especially relative to its leadership staff. Pastor Peter Ilgenfritz retired a year ago and Church Administrator David Anderson will retire on... Read more...