Minister & Staff
General contact information
Unitarian Universalist Society
2355 Oakdale Road
Coralville, IA 52241
319-337-3443
admin@uusic.org
Ministers
Rev. Diane Dowgiert
Interim Minister
minister@uusic.org
319-337-3443 or 520-465-8804
Rev. Diane began a two-year position in 2018 to help the congregation transition to its next settled minister. She also leads worship services, oversees staff, and is available for pastoral care. Learn more
Available:
- Away on medical leave and summer vacation from April 30 through July 21. Will be working part-time from home and available by email or phone May 13 to June 9.
Rev. Lois Cole
Community Minister
Rev. Lois connects the congregation to her ministry as a hospital chaplain, and occasionally preaches, teaches, or provides other ministerial services to congregational members. Learn more
Full-time Staff
Emma Barnum
Congregational Administrator
admin@uusic.org
319-337-3443
Emma is responsible for the general management of the operational programs of the UUS office and facilities. Learn more
Hours:
- Monday through Thursday, 9 am to 2 pm
- Friday or Sunday, 9 am to 2 pm- check ahead of time
- Can be available outside of office hours by appointment
Peggy Garrigues
Director of Congregational Life
dcl@uusic.org
319-337-3443
Peggy works with visitors and new members, helps with outreach and program development, and supports UUS groups. Learn more
Jessica Zimmer
Director of Lifespan Religious Education
education@uusic.org
319-337-3443
Jessica oversees education programs and helps families connect at UUS. Learn more
Available by appointment during the summer (June through August)
Part-time Staff
Gloria Corbin
Music Director
music@uusic.org
319-337-3443
Gloria directs the UUS Adult Choir and House Ensemble. She also provides assistance to other ensembles, works with children in religious education, and helps coordinate music events at UUS. Learn more
Available in the liturgical year:
- Tuesdays, noon - 3:30 p.m.
- Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (also 6:30 - 9 p.m. for choir rehearsals)
- Sundays, 8 a.m. - noon
- Or by appointment
Jeff Walberg
Publicity Coordinator
Jeff chairs the Publicity Committee, which assists UUS groups in event promotions and manages all public-facing digital and print communications. Learn more
Available:
- By appointment
Atticus Roberts
Facilties Coordinator
facilities.coordinator@uusic.org
319-337-3443
Atticus assists members of the congregation and the public with building rentals, including scheduling events, negotiating rental agreements, and managing rental logistics. Learn more
Available:
- Mondays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Thursdays, 2 – 5 p.m.
- By appointment
Nik Jakob
Administrative Assistant
admin.assistant@uusic.org
319-337-3443
Nik assists the Congregational Administrator. His main responsibilities are updating monitor announcements, creating orders of service, and record keeping. Learn more
Available:
- Tuesdays, noon - 2 p.m.
- Thursdays, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- Fridays, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Anna Rode
Childcare Coordinator/Nursery Supervisor
nursery@uusic.org
319-337-3443
Available most Sundays during services.