Our minister Rev. Ashley Burczak moved to Vancouver Island from the Washington, DC area to serve our Fellowship in 2025. A certified Chaplain and Spiritual Health Provider, she served as a hospice and hospital chaplain for many years. She received her Master of Divinity degree from Union Theological Seminary in New York, and also holds an MS in Palliative Care from the University of Maryland and a BA in Comparative Religion from Barnard College. 

Prior to her work in ministry, Rev. Ashley worked as an anti-violence activist and for LGBTQ+ human and civil rights as well as for those with HIV/AIDS. She is passionate about building community for those confronting injustice and abuse in the world. She sees our spiritual path as a lifelong experience of deep inquiry and exploration, rather than a set of doctrines to accept without question.

Rev. Ashley enjoys native plant gardening, dance, and hiking with her family and a very energetic canine friend. Her personal spiritual practice is guided by the teachings of Tibetan Buddhism. She has a great appreciation for all traditions, as well as for secular teachings of kindness and compassion that transcend religion. 

Nico Rhodes is on staff as our Music Director. He has a rich musical background, having grown up touring around the globe surrounded by artists and the world of theatre, and is equally comfortable playing jazz, classical, funk or roots music, orchestrating a symphony, writing musicals, and conducting choirs. Nico provides music for most Sunday services and directs our Unitarian choir – The Fabulous Fufonics, which is open to all members and friends.

Brenda Pilon is our Office Administrator. She is the heart of the fellowship and is responsible for such things as maintaining the fellowship files, interacting with the public, and coordinating hall and room rentals.