Geneva church welcomes new assistant minister, renews commitment to religious education

The Rev. Scott Talbot Lewis joined the Unitarian Universalist Society of Geneva as the new assistant minister for Lifespan Religious Education on Sept. 1.

Lewis brings six years of ministerial experience and more than two decades of working with children, youth and families both in religious communities and as a youth services librarian.

His hiring represents a major commitment to expanding and enhancing its religious education programs. "We welcome Scott and this new and exciting chapter for our church," said the Rev. Dr. Lindsay Bates, senior minister. "Our religious education program was already one of our strengths and Scott's enthusiasm and expertise will further enhance the opportunities for our members and their families."

Lewis said, "I'm thrilled to join the UUSG community and build on the nurturing and thought-provoking programming for both children and adults."

Unitarian Universalist Society of Geneva provides classes, study groups, and other spiritual exploration opportunities for all ages. More information is available at www.uusg.org/religious-education/.

The Unitarian Universalist Society of Geneva, established in 1842 and the oldest church in Geneva, is a diverse, welcoming community that endeavors to make its Covenant a living reality. It provides religious education and opportunities for spiritual growth. They encourage individual and mutual responsibility as together they work to be a liberal religious voice in the community and a force for compassionate social justice. For more information, visit www.uusg.org.