Rev. Julie Olmsted is our temporary pastor until September 2026.

Roberta (Bobbie) Morkin (Director of Music) was born in Iowa and raised on a farm in a galaxy far, far away from anything or anyone. Bobbie began studying music at age 8 and has worked with keyboards and choirs ever since. She lived in England for two years; one year working at a Lutheran Retreat Centre; and another year working with a University Study Abroad Program. Bobbie graduated from Luther College with degrees in Music (Organ Performance/Choral) and Studio Art. She did advanced study at the University of Northern Iowa and the University of Iowa, in Music Performance and Art History. After moving to Massachusetts she attended Andover Newton Theological School and was then drawn back to music, her calling and life-center. In 2015 she returned to musical study, and in 2018 earned her MA in Music (Organ Performance) from the City University of New York, Hunter College. Most recently Bobbie served as Organist/Choir Director for 12 years at the United Congregational Church, Holyoke; and as part of the pastoral team there with her husband, Chuck, for 14 years. She loves New England and feels at home in the hills and mountains of this beautiful place on the planet.

Deb Trimble (Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper) is a long time church member who calls WUC her second home.