Inviting Music and Story Into Worship - 1 hr
Music and stories are as old as human history. They are integral to how we understand the world and ourselves.
Join four experienced religious educators and musicians for an hour of exploration on ways to incorporate these modalities into our time for all ages and our wider worship services.
Director of Music and Religious Ed at First Unitarian Universalist Church of Berks County
Ebee Bromley currently serves the First Unitarian Universalist Church of Berks County in Reading, Pennsylvania. She uses her decade plus of experience in religious education spaces to inform her music ministry and her degree in vocal performance and choral studies to inform her work in religious education.
Pianist-in-residence at First Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Ann Arbor
Allison Halerz currently serves as the Pianist-in-Residence at the First Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Ann Arbor, Michigan. She holds a degree in Performing Arts Technology from the University of Michigan and brings decades of collaborative experience to her work with the music ministries and worship team.
First Unitarian Society of Ithaca
Emily Richards currently serves as the Director of Congregational Life at the First Unitarian Society of Ithaca. She holds a degree in Music Education from Ithaca College, is a Credentialed Religious Educator, and is currently enrolled at Starr King School for the Ministry.
Director of Family Ministries at Unitarian Church of Baton Rouge
Kathy Smith is a lifelong musician and 20-year religious educator. She delights in bringing together her passion for music, story, learning, and embodied experiences at church. She currently serves the Unitarian Church of Baton Rouge, Louisiana as Director of Family Ministries.
