Bob came from upstate Troy, New York. He majored in history and philosophy at West Virginia Wesleyan College then majored in theology at Yale Divinity School. While in college and seminary, he worked small churches to support his young family. He did graduate work in intellectual history at Temple University and in theology at Drew University. He was ordained in the New York Conference of the United Methodist Church. In 2006, he retired and a year later, discovered the TCUUC, where started the book club. In 2008, he began seven years of part-time ministry at the TCUUC then retired again and moved to Asheville, NC. A year later, Bob and his wife returned to the area, and the TCUUC. 
Committees
Membership Committee – Greets visitors each Sunday, holds New Unitarian Universalist (UU) classes as well as membership ceremonies, help visitors and members find places to connect within the congregation, provide appropriate publications relating to membership, maintain contact with friends and members who come irregularly.
Operations Committee – Looks over the maintenance and operation of our lovely building and makes sure the facility and its grounds are a great place for us and for our visitors. Green Team Subcommittee works on our environmental projects, sustainable operations, recycling and is now beginning to build an Eco-Sanctuary with our church’s land.
Personnel Committee – assist the church to conduct its employment practices legally, ethically, compassionately, and prudently.
Communications and Publicity Committee – Put your “spin” on the UUCTC image by getting involved in the communications. Your ideas for both internal and external promotion of our Worship Services and many programs will help us keep the flame of our chalice burning.
Business Administration Committee- manages business affairs for the church and property.
Social Responsibility Committee – New members and visitors often comment that one of the greatest appeals of Unitarian Universalism is its commitment to social justice. This standing committee sponsors education, and multiple opportunities to reach out into our community to persons and groups who need help.
Music Committee – Our Music Committee supports and nurtures a dynamic and transformative music ministry for the UUCTC community, inviting musicians and performers for services and including our church choir.
Hospitality Committee – The Hospitality Committee is responsible for providing a welcoming social interaction after each Sunday service for members and guests of the congregation. It is also responsible for coordinating special lunches, dinners, and receptions.
Art in the Narthex – This committee’s mission, among other things, is to recognize the artistic talent of the congregation and local artists with a gallery space found within our building. If you value the arts, this may be the Committee for you.
Pastoral Care Committee – With empathy, interest, and a small amount of time, you can help the team, as it seeks to be aware of and respond to the specific joys and sorrows of the individual church members and friends.
Worship Associate Committee – Inspired by the beautiful format and thought-provoking content of our worship services? Being a member of this standing committee allows you to represent the congregation as you assist the ministers in presenting Sunday services. Activities include making sure the chalice is outfitted with lighters, readings and announcements, planning and scheduling speakers and services, and being a Worship Associate, which includes speaking from the pulpit.