Author: sthalum

Minister of Music, Full-Time, UCC: Norwell, MA

The United Church of Christ Norwell is a Christ-centered, inclusive community called to ministry located on the South Shore of Massachusetts. We are seeking a full-time Minister of Music beginning July 1, 2025 for our 500 member congregation. The principal function is to be responsible to the church for developing, leading, and promoting all music […]

Rev. Richard Karl Ernst (’66)

The following obituary was originally published by The Independent and can be found here.  Richard Karl Ernst, 87, passed away peacefully on Dec. 27, 2024, in the home he shared with his beloved wife Barbara, in Livermore, California. He was a gentle soul, and a loving husband, father, brother, friend, and pastor to all who […]

Ms. Jeanne A. Parsley (’51)

The following obituary was originally published by Stephen C. Gregory and Son Cremation Service and can be found here. Jeanne Parsley of Essex, Vermont, died peacefully on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. She was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, on March 28, 1927, the first child of Harold J. and Claire (Lycette) Anderson. Her early years […]

Rev. Patricia Berry (’21) serving as UCC of Newport’s First Woman Pastor

The following is an excerpt from the What’s Up Newp article by Ryan Belmore, “Historic Ordination: United Congregational Church ordains first woman pastor in 330 Years,” published on January 8, 2025. Click here to read the full article. “While raising three children, Berry earned her Master of Divinity degree from Boston University School of Theology. During the […]

Dr. Ruth C. Duck (’89)

The following obituary was originally published by the Claremont Courier and can be found here.  Ruth Carolyn Duck died peacefully from pneumonia on December 26, 2024, with loved ones near her. Born in Washington D.C. on November 21, 1947 to Jesse Thomas Duck and Louise Farmer Duck, Ruth grew up in Washington and in Annapolis, […]

Rev. Arthur Athans (’62)

The following obituary was originally posted by Tasker Funeral Service and can be found here.  Rev. Dr. Arthur E. Athans (Athanasios Emmanuel Athanasiou) of Dover, NH fell asleep in the Lord on Sunday, December 22, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Kimi on the island of Evia, Greece on December 9, […]

Senior Minister, Full-Time, Congregational: Quincy, MA

General Description: The Senior Minister is in charge of the spiritual welfare of the church and serves as the leader of the spiritual life of the congregation. They facilitate members’ spiritual journey and discovery through leading worship services, studies and educational sessions along with outreach activities in the community bringing Christ’s word and message outside […]