Minister and Staff
Ministry

Rev. Ben Atherton-Zeman
Rev. Ben Atherton-Zeman is thrilled and honored to be our Contract Minister until July of 2024. He has been our Contract Minister since July of 2021.
Ben graduated with his Masters of Divinity (Magna Cum Laude) from the Boston University School of Theology in 2021. Ben … read more.

Djiné (Jeanay) Johnson
Dir. Religious Education & Communications
https://uustpete.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Copy-of-UU-Slide-show.mp4
Meet Our Director of Religious Education & Communications
Born in Los Angeles, California, and raised in Saint Petersburg, Florida, Djiné has worked with children for over 12 years. From child care to visual arts along with her vast experience in spiritual development, journalism, law enforcement, … read more.
Religious Education

Patricia Harding (Ms. Trish)
Children's Religious Education Teacher
My name is Patricia Harding, though I have many nicknames. Most people call me Trish, while young students usually called me Miss Trish. I was born in St. Pete, Florida and raised (mostly) in this area. After high school, I traveled a bit and settled … read more.

Victoria Varnes
Nursery Teacher
Hello! My name is Victoria. I’m originally from St. Petersburg Fl and I’m 30 years old. I spent my childhood living mainly in the Tampa Bay area but found my way back home for the beaches! I’m the most senior out of 7! Most of … read more.

Rev. Ben Atherton-Zeman
Rev. Ben Atherton-Zeman is thrilled and honored to be our Contract Minister until July of 2024. He has been our Contract Minister since July of 2021.
Ben graduated with his Masters of Divinity (Magna Cum Laude) from the Boston University School of Theology in 2021. Ben … read more.

Djiné (Jeanay) Johnson
Dir. Religious Education & Communications
https://uustpete.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Copy-of-UU-Slide-show.mp4
Meet Our Director of Religious Education & Communications
Born in Los Angeles, California, and raised in Saint Petersburg, Florida, Djiné has worked with children for over 12 years. From child care to visual arts along with her vast experience in spiritual development, journalism, law enforcement, … read more.