Clergy and Staff

Dennis Hanlon - Church Administrator Dennis has served as our Church Administrator since March 2007. He attended Northeastern University and Mercy College and pursued a degree in Public Administration & Emergency Management. He has worked in the field of church administration/ facilities management for over 20 years. His responsibilities include church administration, and supervision of facilities and assigned staff. Email: Dennis Hanlon Phone Ext: 310

Dan Hague - Music Director Having been our Bass Section leader in the choir for 12 years, Dan assumed the position of Music Director in 2005. He has a BS in Music Education and a Masters of Music in voice. Dan coordinates the musical life of our church including both the senior and junior choirs, and is caretaker of our musical instruments. Email: Dan Hague Phone Ext: 316
Max Pakhomov - Organist Max Pakhomov became our organist in September, 2008. He is a graduate of the Moscow State Conservatory and brings many years of musical talent to our Sunday services. In addition to being a piano and voice instructor, he performs with The Westchester Chorale and is principal accompanist of the Bronx Opera Company. He formerly served as music director for Rugby Congregational Church in Brooklyn , NY . Email: Max Pakhomov
Kate Nelson – Church School Director Email: KNelson@uccdarien.org Phone extension: 319 Mychal Thigpen – Youth Program Director Email: mthigpen@uccdarien.org Phone extension: 318
Karen Hansen - Church Treasurer As a long time church member, Karen has served as our church Treasurer since 2004 and was Assistant Treasurer for the prior 3 years. She has a BA in Psychology and BS in Counselor Education from Alfred University as well as an MBA in Finance from the University of New Haven . Karen is responsible for all receipts and disbursements as well as maintaining the financial records of the church. Email: Karen Hansen Phone Ext: 319
Teri Manning Teri became Director of the First Congregational Nursery School in June, 2007. Having served as our former Church School Director and teacher at the school for 12 years, Teri brings a wealth of experience to her position. She is a longstanding Church member and holds a BS in Early Childhood Development from Southern Connecticut State University. Teri is responsible for daily oversight of the nursery school’s 120 students and a 20 person staff. The school’s objective is to provide a meaningful experience favorable to growth and development. Nursery School Director's email: Teri Manning FCC Nursery School Website Phone: 655-3150
Sexton: Manuel Perez
Nursery School Custodian: Jerzy Karnowski	Photo not yet available