STAFF
Rev. Mike Bass
Pastor
Rev. Mike Bass comes to Pullman UCC from First Congregational United Church of Christ 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. He was ordained into ministry in 2021. He has participated and 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!
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.”