First Congregational Church of South Windsor
United Church of Christ
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Our Staff
Designated Term Pastor, Dr. Dean M. Kucera
Our pastor, Dr. Dean Kučera came to serve our congregation in 2024 from Madison, Wisconsin. He was born in Chicago, and spent his life in both Illinois and Wisconsin respectively.
Dr. Kučera earned a M.Div. from the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary, a doctorate in Jewish Christian Studies from Meadville Lombard (Unitarian Universalist) Theological school at the University of Chicago, M.A studies in counseling psychology Governors State University, doctoral studies in clinical psychology (PsyD) Illinois School of Professional Psychology and training in Ericksonian hypnotherapy. Presently his passion is in the field of quantum physics and loves to study the latest finding and research in science (physics) and near-death experiences, (NDEs).
Dr Kučera loves preaching practical down-to-earth sermons. He would love to chat in person with anyone wishing to meet him and learn more about First Church. He invites others to share insights into how they would build a church they would be excited to attend...a spiritual not religious church that invites wisdom from all faith traditions; is informal and welcoming and weds science to our many faith journeys. He wants to hear from you.
Some of his hobbies include cooking (Hungarian, Czech), folk music from Hungary and Romania, art, painting (oils) and wood working. He loves swimming, occasional bike rides and traveling, the art of silence and meditation. Being of Hungarian and Czech origins, he speaks Hungarian (Magyar) and has taught beginning Hungarian language in Chicago.
He supports the openness and affirming position of the United Church of Christ (LGBQT+) with his parish and hopes this inclusivity is warmly felt and lived out in the life of First Church. You are welcome to join us on Sunday morning.
We want you here!!!!
Church Administrative Assistant, Carrie Morse
Carrie began working as the Church Administrative Assistant in August of 2019. Carrie has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication, a minor in Journalism, and a concentration in Public Relations from Central Connecticut State University. Carrie and her husband, Paul have 2 children and 2 dogs.
Organist and Choir Director, Kamilla Mammedova
Kamilla Mammedova has been the Choir Director and Organist for First Congregational Church since 2006. Born in Azerbaijan, she began her musical training at age 5. Since pursuing a career in piano performance, Kamilla has won many awards and scholarships. She has performed throughout Europe, including Italy, England, France Russia, her native Azerbaijan as well as in the U.S. as a solo and chamber ensemble. Kamilla made her solo debut recital at Carnegie Hall in 2006. She has a graduate degree with honors from both Azerbaijan Academy of Music and the Hartt School, University of Hartford. She is a member of the piano faculty in the Hartt Community Division and is an accompanist for the Vocal Studies Division of Hartt School. Kamilla brings her many musical talents to her position as choir director, organist and pianist.