Rev. Laura Barrett Bennett | S.E.E. Teacher, Healing & Wholeness
With a youthful nature and contagious smile, Laura Barrett Bennett is the minister of the online ministry, Unity of the Heartmind, host of the daily video series, Today’s Heartlines, and faculty member of Unity Urban Ministerial School.
Rev. Linda Machesic | Education Team Lead
Rev. Linda, as she likes to be called, considers herself a lifelong student. Achieving an undergraduate degree in education, a master’s in liberal studies, and a Master of Theology equivalency, she spent many years studying everything that drew her in.
Diane Rivera | Office Manager
I enjoy serving and being part of the Unity family and staff. From day one they welcomed me with open arms. I love that Spirit has led me here!
Eric Brook | Music Director
Eric is a classically trained pianist, composer, and educator with more than 30 years of experience. He brings a wealth of musical talent and spiritual depth to our Sunday celebrations.
Mary Wanser | Director of Kids Ministry
Mary Wanser brings years of Unity service as a volunteer, teacher, and chaplain, now serving as Director of Kids Ministry at Unity of Daytona Beach. A writer, educator, and spiritual leader, she is devoted to nurturing children and families through creativity, faith, and compassion.
Suzanne Amsel | Nursery Attendant
Suzanne has been lovingly caring for Unity’s little ones since 1981. A retired educator and lifelong nurturer, she brings heart, humor, and a deep sense of service to everything she does.
Rev. Therese Lee | S.E.E. Teacher, Unity Prayer
Rev. Therese Lee is a longtime Unity teacher, minister, and prayer chaplain with more than three decades of experience in spiritual study, meditation, coaching, and compassionate service. Known for her warm presence and genuine approach, she supports the Unity movement as a mentor, retreat facilitator, and Grief Recovery Method Specialist. Her guiding mission is to Love Out Loud.