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Reverend Christina Neilson joined Southwest
Unitarian Universalist Church in August 2002. Raised in Minnesota, she
received a BA in Theatre at St. Cloud State University, a BS in Nursing at
St. Mary's College in CA., and MDiv. at Starr King School for the Ministry in
Berkeley, CA. Starr King School is a Unitarian Universalist Seminary that
inspires a unique Religious Education philosophy that emphasizes the maxim,
"We teach by who we are." She discovered Unitarian Universalism
while seeking a liberal theological church that emphasized our
interconnectedness to all life and things.
Chris's style is developing worship is
eclectic, creative and shared with the ministry of others. All of our voices
and talents are needed to heal and transform ourselves and society. We welcome
you to join our diverse, lively and creative community.
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Ellen has served as the music director for
SWUU since 1990. She has a B.M. in Composition from Baldwin-Wallace College,
plays piano and flute, and regularly writes original material for use by the
choir and in church services.
The music at SWUU is an eclectic blend of many
styles and periods. Classical, jazz, blues, and folk music are all heard
regularly. The music is as varied as the services – come and check it out!
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Sue became a member in 1995. A year later she
assumed the role of Church Administrator. In her role, she keeps the
membership and financial records, keeps the church calendar, produces all the
necessary brochures and is the focal point for questions and information for
the congregation. She is active on several committees as well. Retired from
the corporate world in 1996, which included 30 years with IBM, Sue donates
about 50% of her time to the church and the balance to family and traveling.
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