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The Rev. Dr. Robert G. Aregood has been the pastor of Zion's UCC since 1968. In his long career, Dr. Aregood has been involved in inner city ministry and civil rights work throughout the South and in Pennsylvania. Rev. Bob has done interim work and consulting with churches and nonprofit agencies, workshops in Humor in the church and has mentored many clergy through difficult times. In addition to regularly leading Bible Study, Dr. Aregood ‘s talents include Sunday morning Pipe Organ and heating system repairs!


Brian R. Gibson is a native of Reading. He has served as Organist and Choir Director for congregations in Reading and Philadelphia for over 40 years. He is an internationally-acclaimed Bass-Baritone, having appeared in operatic performances worldwide. He has appeared as soloist with the world's greatest orchestras including the Philadelphia Orchestra, the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra and the Sydney (Australia) Symphony. Brian made his Carnegie Hall deput during its 100th anniversary season as soloist with the Brooklyn Philharmonic's performance of Beethoven's "Ninth Symphony", a performance then repeated at Alice Tully Hall in Lincoln Center. He has starred as Porgy in the New York production of Gershwin's "Porgy and Bess", touring all 50 states and countries around the globe.

A man of varied interests, Brian enjoys playing Bridge, downhill skiing, and playing with his dog Gracie. He maintains a private voice studio and has been pleased to serve as Director of Music at Zion's since 1997.


Doris Enzman - Treasurer

Greta Lerch- President of Consistory


Linda Merkey - Vice President of Consistory and Chair of Christian Education


Alice Neuin - Secretary of Consistory


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