STAFF
Rev. Mike Bass
Pastor
Rev. Mike Bass comes to Pullman UCC from First Congregational UCC in Fort Worth, Texas where he served as the Pastor of Church Administration for more than three years. He holds a Master of Divinity from Brite Divinity School at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, TX. Ordained into ministry in 2021, he has served in a number of faith traditions, but found a particular calling to the United Church of Christ with its focus on covenant, hospitality and justice work.
Julie Tarlyn
Administrative Assistant
Julie Tarlyn is our administrative assistant at CCUCC since December 2020 and says she loves working here! She has lived in Pullman full time since fall 1992. She is a WSU graduate along with her husband and as of May 2022, both of her children will be WSU graduates!
Tracy Young
Outreach Coordinator
Tracy Young has hopscotched around the country, having grown up in Michigan and living in California, Indiana and Missouri over the years. She has been happily settled in Pullman, WA since 2011, where she lives with her husband, three rambunctious boys, and a very fuzzy, patience-trying dog. Tracy loves reading, the arts, Korean dramas (mostly pre-Netflix era), 70s rock music, and attempting to learn watercolor beyond making pretty smudges. She is excited to bring her creative energy to the wonderful community at CCUCC and help share its message of expansive love, extravagant welcome, and working for a just world for all.
Kathy Spencer
Pianist
Kathy Spencer has been the pianist at CCUCC for more than 35 years. She plays beautiful hymns every Sunday and accompanies the choir. Her music nourishes our souls and provides a loving spirit to each service. Additionally, Kathy’s talents include decorating the altar each week.
Emma Trayte
Childcare Provider
Emma grew up in Community Congregational United Church of Christ in Pullman. She’s currently a para-educator for the Pullman School District working with kids with disabilities. She has professional childcare experience, from babies, to preschoolers to high schoolers.
“I’m excited to provide a safe and loving environment at CCUCC, caring for the needs of the whole child.”