Minister and Staff
Rev. Angeline was called to serve the Unitarian Universalist Church of Davis in 2024 and is now in her third year with the congregation. She preaches, teaches, offers pastoral care, and works alongside our lay leaders and staff to tend the life we share.
Born and raised in Jamaica, she came to ministry through human rights organizing. She co-founded Quality of Citizenship Jamaica, an organization that served lesbian, bisexual women, and transgender people, and spent years in advocacy work – including presenting before the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights before entering seminary. She described that period as ministry before she had a word for it. She is the author of Funny Gyal: My Fight Against Homophobia in Jamaica, a finalist for the Lambda Literary Award.
Her preaching and ministry draw on Universalist theology, womanist and process thinkers and the spiritual inheritance her stolen West African ancestors carried into Jamaica. She is especially interested in worship as formation rather than information, in recovering the theological depth of our Universalist tradition, and in growing the leadership already present in this congregation.
A Black lesbian immigrant, she preaches with those gathered and the not-yet-arrived both in mind.
She holds an M.Div from Meadville Lombard Theological School and was ordained in 2024 by Neighborhood Unitarian Universalist Church in Pasadena, CA.
RELIGIOUS EXPLORATION (RE)
Religious Educator: Kate Logvy (she)
re@uudavis.org / auction@uudavis.org (Auction Coordinator)
Part time, primarily works Sundays.
Since 2017, her efforts have ensured that we have reliable childcare, safe spaces, Religious Education programming and staffing, and a welcoming environment for families!
Youth Coordinator: Sophia Belvoir (she)
youth@uudavis.org Part time; primarily works Sundays.
The Youth Coordinator provides consistent leadership for activities and programs to junior and senior high school youth in the following programs: Middle School UU Group (MUUGs), Junior High Our Whole Lives (OWL), 9th grade Coming of Age (COA), and the High School Group (UUNIQUE).
MUSIC MINISTRY
Music Director, Jacob Lane (he) music@uudavis.org Part time.
Beyond his credentials, Jacob sees Sparks Choir as a source of community and connection for its members. He’s looking forward to helping it grow as both a musical and relational home for everyone involved.
Collaborative Pianist: Apply for this Position pianist@uudavis.org Part time.
The Collaborative Pianist accompanies our adult choir, supports our emerging children’s choir (as needed), and works closely with the Music Director and minister to create meaningful worship experiences.
Juuliebells Handbell & Handchime Co-Director: Linda Birse (she)
Linda Birse: After Linda earned her BA in Music and a Standard Secondary Teaching Credential, she taught vocal and instrumental music for many years in Esparto, Bakersfield and Davis. While teaching fulltime, she earned her MA in Education/Counseling and a Multiple Subjects Credential, as well as a Pupil Personnel Services Credential. Linda taught 5th grade for 16 years at Patwin Elementary, having her students perform musical comedies that she wrote. In 2013, Linda joined the Juuliebells as a ringer, began conducting in 2016, and became co-director in 2018.
Juuliebells Handbell & Handchime Co-Director: Kyria Boundy-Mills (she)
Kyria joined the Juuliebells in 2014, and became the co-director in 2021. She minored in music at Hope College in Holland, Michigan, with an emphasis on piano performance. She was the accompanist for the Willett Elementary School Chorus from 2006 to 2013, and has accompanied the seasonal UUCD Family Choir. Since 2016, she has played keyboard with It’s About Time, a 17-piece community jazz big band.
Juuliebells was established in 2010 by Barbara Meixner, Director.
OFFICE STAFF
Congregational Administrator: Mandy Dawn (she)
(530) 753-2581 (voice message only; cannot receive texts), office@uudavis.org / rentals@uudavis.org
Full Time (M-F, 9am-5pm);
Answers emails, 9am-3pm, Monday – Thursday.
My position serves as a point of welcome, contact, and connection for visitors, newcomers, Members, Friends, Staff, and other organizations. I support the work of UUCD staff and leadership through communication, publications, calendaring, and collaboration.
As Administrator, I work with our Financial Manager as part a team that supports the financial workings of the church, including budgeting, bill pay, payroll, hiring, and rental contracts. We also work to support the Financial Officer, Stewardship Team, and Human Resources.
Along with the Facilities Coordinator, my position helps to support the Operations Co-Chairs, who in-turn support the Board vision by problem-solving as issues arise.
I’ve worked at UUCD since 2004.
Financial Manager: Debrah Olsen (she)
Part time, 20 hours per week (remote, usually Monday, Wednesday, Friday).
Working with the Congregational Administrator, Financial Officer, and Operations Co-Chairs, I provide accurate accounting and business records utilizing generally accepted accounting practices and standards for nonprofits. I’ve worked at UUCD since 2015.
Financial Manager Essential Functions (partial list; for a full list, contact office@uudavis.org): Implements financial policies and practices put in place by the Board of Trustees. Follow Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP). Maintains appropriate and accurate financial records for the Church. Prepare monthly financial reporting package and budget preparation. Timely prepare and report local, state, and federal taxes. Process quarterly and annual payroll tax reports as required. Receive, record, and ensure acknowledgment of all gifts, donations, and cash receipts.
Facilities Coordinator: Jake Whittaker (he)
Facilities Coordinator
Maintenance, Repairs, Security
Part time, 20 hours per week (on-site Tuesdays and Fridays; remotely Wednesday afternoons).
Jake Whittaker brings experience as a naval officer, educator, and handyman to his new position as facilities coordinator. He takes pride in being versatile and quick to learn. He is not afraid to get his hands dirty or take things apart to figure out how they work. He values teamwork, community, and humanity. Born in Sacramento and raised in Stockton, Jake is an alumnus of Cornell University and UC Davis. Beyond book-learning, he has acquired world experience by sojourning in England, China, and Canada and visiting over a dozen other countries. He speaks Chinese fluently, reads French, and knows tidbits of several other foreign languages. A long-time Davis resident, Jake currently lives in Sacramento with his family. In his free time, he enjoys reading, writing, hiking, and music.