Meet Our Board & Staff

Cassandra Mannhardt
Board of Trustees President

Unity of Fredericksburg has been my spiritual home for over a dozen years. I love learning and applying transformative spiritual principles. I have been blessed by the opportunity to lead our Montessori-based children’s services where I witnessed and nurtured the spiritual development of our children. I eagerly look forward to being able to resume these special times together soon. I also have a passion for nurturing connectedness and community on all levels, like encouraging fellowship over luscious organic salads with herbs from my own garden. I joyfully invite you to join us for Sunday celebration and/or a class.

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Andrea Springer-Collins
Board of Trustees Vice President
Daughter, sister, wife, mother, teacher, friend, Volunteer Resource Manager for Lloyd F. Moss Free Clinic.
Master of Arts Degree – University of Oklahoma; Bachelor of Arts – Journalism, Minor – Vocal Music, Southern University, A&M; High School Diploma –  Arts Magnet High School at Booker T. Washington.
A native of Little Rock, Arkansas, Andrea’s nearly 35-year career has been one of service. Following graduation, she began working as a flight attendant before landing a career in radio as a news copy editor. A certified, licensed teacher in four states, Andrea has taught across the education spectrum. She is a real, life-skills mentor and an authentic source of encouragement for all who cross her path. She is an accomplished vocalist and performer. Andrea’s proudest successes are marriage to her retired Navy husband, and parent/coach for their two adult daughters and son. Andrea believes “attitude is everything.” She thinks through her heart and believes in living mindfully in the Christ consciousness.

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Chris Abeel
Board of Trustees Secretary
Chris has been a member of Unity since 2006. She became Music Coordinator and since then has worked with our talented musicians and the DOVES choir to bring joy to Sunday Service. She is a strings teacher in Prince William County and plays cello with the Fredericksburg String Quartet. Most Sundays you will find her at the web cam and sound board working to improve our virtual outreach. Chris is excited to be a part of the transformation of our Unity Community.

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Mary Beth Geil
Board of Trustees Treasurer
My mission is to serve as a member of Unity of Fredericksburg experiencing a position on the Board of Trustees to develop and use my leader and follower skills and cocreate a church beyond walls in line with our mission statement.

 

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