Meet the Team
Ministers, Staff, and Board of Trustees comprise our Throop leadership. This group of dedicated and compassionate individuals guide our community with faith, wisdom, and love. Each member brings unique experiences and gifts, working together to support and nurture our congregation. Rooted in a shared vision of service, they strive to create a welcoming space where everyone feels valued and heard.
The Reverend Doctor Tera Landers
Senior Pastor
Rev. Dr. Tera Landers has served as Throop’s minister since 2012. In March 2017, she accepted the call to serve as their settled, permanent minister. Rev. Tera earned her Master of Divinity from Meadville Lombard Theological School, where she won the prize for religious education.
Rev. Tera is active outside of Throop on issues related to Earth care, sustainability, and housing justice. She is a frequent contributor to Coloradoboulevard.net, writing about eco-feminist spirituality.
Our Team
M. Hawkes
Musician in Residence
Jessica Ferstand
Office Manager
Nicolas D’Agosto
Throop UU Intern Minister
Faith Nagel
Children’s Program Coordinator
Helena Karafilis
Event Coordinator
Rev. Dr. Megan Visser
Community Minister in Affiliation
2025-2026
Throop Board of Trustees:
Trustees and Officers
Cynthia McDonnell
President
James “Jim” Leatham
Vice President
Paula Trubisky
Secretary
Michael Kelley
Treasurer
Matthew Reed
Member at Large
Christy Futernick
Member at Large
