Who We Are
MINISTER
Rev. Samuel Mavundu joined our pastoral charge in March 2025, bringing a warm heart for ministry and a deep commitment to helping people grow in faith. Through preaching, teaching, discipleship, mission, and pastoral care, Samuel offers thoughtful leadership rooted in inclusion, spiritual growth, and practical expressions of God’s love.
Originally from Zimbabwe, Samuel holds a Master’s degree in Religious Studies. He is married and a proud father of two daughters and a son. His global experience and care for people continue to shape his passion for compassionate outreach, hands-on service, and building communities where faith is lived out in meaningful ways.
Samuel’s mission is simple and clear: to follow Jesus and help others grow as disciples who share God’s love, serve their communities, and encourage others in faith. He is dedicated to helping both Christians and non-Christians grow as disciples who make disciples.
Outside of ministry, Samuel enjoys staying active and connected to the world around him. He is an avid soccer player who values the teamwork and camaraderie of the game, finds peace in fishing, and loves exploring new places through travel. Whether on the soccer field, by the water, or discovering a new destination, Samuel embraces every opportunity to learn, grow, and connect.
Rev. Samuel Mavundu
MUSIC DIRECTOR
Myrna has served Vasey United and now Unity United for over 50 years as Musical Director, leading the church’s music ministry with dedication and heart. Myrna directs the choir and provides worship music on piano and organ, helping to create meaningful and uplifting services.
Outside of church, Myrna lives on an active dairy farm, where she helps when needed. She spent forty years working in the health care field as a registered nurse. In retirement, she enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, camping, travelling, quilting, and gardening.
Myrna is grateful for the opportunity to serve and believes music is a powerful expression of faith, unity, and spiritual connection. She has been a lifelong member of the United Church for more than 60 years.
Myrna Jones
ADMINISTRATOR
Charlotte has been a life-time member of Unity United Church and took on the role of administrator during her first maternity leave in 2023.
She is the person who ensures that we all know what is happening at Unity United through The Heartbeat – our weekly newsletter. If you have news to spread contact her and let he know so it can be added to next weeks addition.
Her free time is spent gardening, volunteering at the local Hospice, spending time with her young family and experimenting in the kitchen with new recipes!
Charlotte is delighted to be part of the Community here at Unity United Church.
Charlotte Hall
The Leadership Team
The Leadership Team guides the direction and operations of Unity United Church, adhering to The Manual of the United Church of Canada. As part of the Shining Waters Region, the team includes representatives from key committees: Ministry & Personnel, Board of Trustees, and Finance as well as a Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Past Chairperson, Secretary, Member at Large, and the Minister. All Committees and Interest Groups report to the Leadership Team.
GET INVOLVED
There are many ways to get involved at Unity United Church, and everyone’s gifts are valued.
Enjoy fellowship while sharing your talents. Join one of our interest groups such as:
- card-making
- women’s fitness
- choir
- sanctuary decorating
- gardening
- food preparation
On Sundays, volunteers help bring worship to life by:
- greeting guests
- reading scripture
- operating the lift
- operate the PowerPoint or Sound Board
- preparing treats for coffee hour
You can also support the ongoing life of the church through behind-the-scenes roles in:
- finance
- property maintenance
- technology
- worship service planning
- communications