Our Staff

“The contextual learning program will immerse you in the ‘real world’ as you follow your path to spiritual leadership. The caring faculty and staff will be with you every step of the way.”

Dr. Barker served as President of Meadville Lombard from 2003 to 2019.

“I particularly like the open, familial environment with my co-workers. It is apparent that that sense of camaraderie is also felt by the students.”

John Dechant joined the MLTS staff in July 2023. "As a new employee, I can tell you first hand that the community here is very warm and welcoming."

“Ah, finally! A Place to rehearse being who you want to be in the world!”

“Working at Meadville Lombard aligns beautifully with my need to create, to be spiritually nurtured, and to be engaged in social justice.”

"It’s exciting to be a part of a team at Meadville Lombard whose central task is working together to build the Beloved Community."

“The most exciting part of a Registrar’s job is seeing students receive their diplomas and go out into the world to do the work of justice and mercy.”

Kaius joined the Meadville Lombard staff in October 2023.

Dr. Lassiter has broad expertise in the role of religious practices in public strategies for healing and justice, theories of recognition, and feminist and queer theology. 

“I like working at Meadville Lombard because I know that my work has a real impact on our students’ lives—academically and in formation.”

“I believe humanity is interconnected. This means, I have a responsibility to the world to agitate for justice; I also have a responsibility not to lose my love for the human soul and human dignity in the midst of that work.”

Students, Andy is here to help you with your tech issues!

“I feel honored to be a part of the MLTS team and to be supporting future ministers, chaplains, and advocates”

“Because of my vocation as a theological educator and service as a lay leader, I believe that Unitarian Universalist theological education has a unique role to play.”

In addition to his administrative expertise in higher education, his faculty experience has instilled a keen understanding of the role and contributions of faculty along with the important connections with students and support needed for student success.

Joey Rodil joined Meadville Lombard staff in December 2023.

Rev. Tandi Rogers is known for her creative reframing, sparky questions, and love of collaboration.

Jonathan joined the ML staff in June 2024.

“Meadville Lombard practices what it preaches; it’s ‘easy’ to be Controller in an ethical environment.”

“I am honored to be part of Meadville Lombard’s commitment to developing ministers and ministries that ‘take into the world our Unitarian Universalist vision of justice, equity, and compassion.”

“No other school comes close to the Meadville Lombard experience. If you care about social justice, the environment, and helping to heal a hurting world—this is the place for you!”

Amy is a lifelong Unitarian Universalist of Jewish heritage.

Rev. Eileen Wiviott, MDiv '17, is serving as the School Chaplain since 2021.