Rev. Eleanor Rice has served our church since August, 2007. She is a graduate of Carleton College, Boston University School of Medicine, and United Theological Seminary. She has also studied contemplative prayer at Shalem Institute of Spiritual Formation. Ordained in 1999, she has previously served congregations in Menomonie WI, River Falls WI, and Fridley MN. Currently, she is chair of the Chalice Lighter Committee of the District. She is active in the Association of Springfield Area Churches and sings in the Springfield Community Chorus.

Erica Yuengling joined us in April, 2008 as our Office Manager. She studied Arts Administration at Wagner College. Previously, she worked in the theater and in customer service.