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Rev. Julie Stoneberg returned to Minneapolis, the city she considers home, to serve FUS as interim minister, after 25 years away. During that time, Rev. Julie received a Master of Divinity degree and a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study from Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley CA, and then went on to serve congregations in Wausau WI, Thunder Bay ON, and Peterborough ON. Most recently, she served a 2-year interim ministry with UU Church West in Brookfield WI.Rev. Julie, who prefers to be called Jullan (YOU-lin), is the daughter of a Baptist minister, one of six siblings, a dual citizen of the U.S. and Canada, and a breast cancer survivor. Prior to going into the ministry, Rev. Jullan worked at the Children’s Theatre Company and as a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Burnet here in Minneapolis.
Her personal theology is one of process, which understands we humans to be ever-evolving under the influence of our past, our current surroundings, and by those ideals that lure us toward being the best we can be. Rev. Jullan believes that an embrace of pluralism is one of the key values that defines Unitarian Universalism and that therefore her ministry must be one that strives to understand and support each person’s chosen path.
Her time with FUS will wrap up in the summer of 2026 as FUS prepares to welcome a new settled minister.
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Originally from San Francisco, California, Zola settled on Minneapolis as her home in 2021, graduating with her B.S. in Early Childhood Education from the University of Minnesota. At First Unitarian Society, Zola is chiefly responsible for facilitating and supervising all educational programming, including the Ethical Explorers program and the Our Whole Lives human gender and sexuality curriculum. She is also heavily involved in volunteer recruitment and management. Outside of her role as an educator, administrator, and leader at First Unitarian, Zola is deeply involved in the Minnesota nonprofit arts community; she currently serves on the Board of Directors at Theatre in the Round Players and the Arts Education Panel for the Minnesota State Arts Board. In her free time, Zola can be found visiting local museums and art galleries, songwriting and performing around the Twin Cities, and cheering for the Golden State Warriors.
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Enjoying the second half of life as Director of Facilities, Tim is responsible for the physical plant that is the First Unitarian Society building and grounds. He also schedules all our spaces for meetings, parties, rentals, and leases and is the point person for weddings and memorials. Previous positions as a licensed general contractor, owners’ representative for Graves Hospitality, general manager for the Carmel Mission Foundation, and event manager for the Carmel Bach Festival help inform his daily decisions at FUS.
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Doug came on board in summer 2023 after spending 20 years teaching piano and jazz improvisation in Minneapolis. Before that, he had a 20-year career in electrical and software engineering.
As Finance Director, Doug manages pledges and giving to the Annual Fund and other campaigns; paying bills; keeping an eye on bank and investment accounts; coordinating our annual tax filing to the IRS; working with donors, grant recipients, vendors, and contractors; and, along with the Finance Committee, providing oversight of our income statement, balance sheet, and financial policy manual.
Doug also handles payroll, benefits, and human resources; supports the Stewardship Committee, Finance Committee, Budget Committee, and Auction Committee; and serves as co-admin for our email, file sharing, contact management, and giving management systems.
Like many of his colleagues here, Doug is involved in the arts. He is a working musician on piano, Hammond organ, and accordion; he has served as music director for Interact Center For the Performing and Visual Arts, and Collide Theatrical Dance Company; and he has served as treasurer for the Minnesota Music Teachers Association.
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Bethany works in the Front Office at First Unitarian society. She facilitates phone & e-mail communications between the organization, congregants, staff, and visitors. As Office Assistant, she engages with many aspects of FUS’s work, and serves as a good starting point if you have questions regarding First Unitarian Society.
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Suzanne connects and engages with visitors, members and friends to help them integrate into the life of the congregation. She develops and implements membership programs and policies, and works with volunteers to foster a welcoming and functional atmosphere at the Society. Suzanne is originally from Iowa and has enjoyed making Minnesota her home by trying many of the restaurants, festivals, and concerts the cities has to offer!
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Saint Paul based pianist Amos Lucidi is a dedicated musician renowned for his belief in music’s
transformative potential. Holding a Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance from the
University of Minnesota, under the guidance of Professor Alexander Braginsky, Amos is deeply
committed to his creative practice and its impact on individuals and communities.
With over 26 years of experience, Amos has completed two master’s degrees in piano
performance—one in England and another in Italy. His diverse educational experiences have
enriched his understanding of music and shaped his artistic vision.
As an active performer, Amos’s repertoire spans from Baroque to contemporary, with a
particular focus on works by Mexican composers such as Manuel M. Ponce, José Rolón and José
Pablo Moncayo. He sees music as a catalyst for positive change and strives to promote Mexican
musical heritage through his performances.
Additionally, Amos serves as a faculty member at the Saint Paul Conservatory of Music
and the Anthem Academy of Music, where he imparts his knowledge and passion to his students.
He believes in the importance of nurturing the next generation of artists and fostering a deeper
appreciation for music within the community.
Amos’ dedication to developing his creative practice is evident in his ongoing pursuit of
musical excellence and his commitment to sharing the transformative power of music with
others.
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Jacob coordinates media production for FUS. This includes running the weekly Sunday live streams and special events, producing the weekly podcast, generating content for social media, and managing the website.
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Mike grew up in Illinois and moved to the Twin Cities in 2001 to attend Macalester College where he studied jazz and classical piano, musicology, and composition. After graduating in 2005, he furthered his music studies by studying gospel piano with Rev. Carl Walker of Walker West Music Academy in St. Paul, and eventually went on to attain a Master’s of Arts in Teaching and a licensure in K-12 Music from University of St. Thomas in 2014.
Mike is an active performer in the Twin Cities as a keyboardist with Orange Mighty Trio, Jacob Mullis, The Real Chuck NORAD, Wild Lyre, Over/Under, House on Fire Band, Current Physique, and helps music direct at Lundstrum Performing Arts. Mike also produces electronic music and writes and arranges music for all types of ensembles. Aside from his work at FUS, Mike teaches music in Intermediate District 287 at the South Education Center in Richfield. When not working or performing, Mike spends his days enjoying all Minnesota has to offer with his partner, Molly and their two children who are also active participants at FUS.
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BillMague, who has joined us as our Food Hospitality Director in late 2025, is a New Orleans native who grew up attending Community Church UU. While the bulk of his professional career has been in community and economic development and affordable housing, he has a passion for bringing people together over food. Bill has extensive culinary training, and, as seems to be a requirement for FUS staff, he plays with a band…’The Swamp Kings’!