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Meet the Highlands UMC Staff
Lead Pastor
Pastor Stephanie Price
Rev. Stephanie Price is a passionate leader committed to building a church that is inclusive, justice-oriented, and deeply engaged with the community. As the Senior Pastor of Highlands United Methodist Church, she guides the congregation in living out their faith in ways that foster belonging, equity, and spiritual growth.
With over two decades of pastoral experience, Stephanie has served in a variety of ministry settings, from discipleship and church planting to community organizing and nonprofit leadership.
Before coming to HUMC, she founded The Land, an outdoor faith community in Aurora, where she worked with city planners, engineers, and architects to transform 9.7 acres of undeveloped land into a sacred space for worship, environmental restoration, and social connection.
Stephanie is passionate about innovative ministry, particularly in areas of social justice, affordable early childhood education, and interfaith collaboration.
She holds a Master of Divinity from The Iliff School of Theology and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Northern Colorado.
When she’s not leading worship or working behind the scenes to sustain the church’s mission, Stephanie enjoys fostering rescue puppies, exploring new ideas in theology, and finding joy in the unexpected.
Director of Sunday School
Ally Packer
Ally (she/her) joined HUMC as a part of the nursery staff in 2017, and is delighted to serve the community as Children's Director.
You may have heard her laughing or seen her playing with her favorite little humans. She strives to show her love for her community through acceptance and inclusion.
Ally graduated with a B.S. in Psychology, and has 7 years of experience with youths of all ages and abilities.
She grew up in Centennial and now lives in Denver with her partner and their cat, Dwayne.
Ally enjoys reading too much and earning frequent-flier miles visiting her best friend.
Director Nina Bee's Preschool
Shambré Sena-Wright
Shambré Sena-Wright serves as the Director of NinaBees Early Learning Center, where she is passionate about creating a joyful, relationship-centered community in which children, families, and educators can thrive.
Shambré brings extensive experience in early childhood education and school leadership.
Most recently, she served as the Founding Director of the Warren Village Alameda Early Learning Center in Denver, where she led the successful launch of a new six-classroom center, hired and mentored a team of educators, developed operational and licensing systems, and built strong partnerships with families and the surrounding community.
Throughout her career, she has served as an early childhood teacher, program supervisor, and educational leader with a commitment to play-based learning, inclusive practices, and whole-child development.
Shambré holds a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and Instructional Design from Regis University, a Graduate Certificate in E-Learning Design & Technology from Wilmington University, and a bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with K–6 Teaching Licensure from the University of Northern Colorado. S
She is also a Colorado-qualified Large Center Director and holds a Level 6 Early Childhood Professional Credential.
Shambré believes strong relationships are the foundation of great schools. Her leadership is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and the belief that every child, family, and educator deserves to feel welcomed, supported, and valued.
She is excited to partner with the NinaBees community to continue nurturing a place where curiosity, belonging, and a love of learning flourish.
Outside of work, Shambré enjoys yoga, singing, knitting and crocheting, reading, hiking, biking, and spending time with her child.
Sunday School Teacher
Abby White
Abby White, a beloved member of the HUMC community, is not only a familiar friendly face but also an exceptional Sunday School teacher.
Having grown up within the HUMC community, Abby has deep-rooted connections and a profound understanding of the values and beliefs that guide the congregation.
Abby's warm and welcoming nature makes her an instant favorite amongst the children. Her ability to connect with them on their level fosters a nurturing environment where they feel comfortable expressing themselves and exploring their faith.
Preschool Kitchen Guru
Julie McCullough
With her expertise in the kitchen and genuine love for both food and family, Julie adds warmth and flavor to our preschool community.
Her dedication is evident in every dish she serves, making meal times at NinaBees' not only nourishing but also delightful experiences for all.
Custodian
Isela Tlaxcalteco
At our church and The Garage, we have the privilege of having Isela take care of our custodial needs.
She goes above and beyond to ensure that our facilities are always clean and organized, creating a warm and welcoming environment for our community to enjoy.
Her dedication and work ethic are unmatched, and we are so grateful to have her on our team.
Office Manager
Emily Jackson
We are delighted to welcome Emily Jackson as our Temporary Office Manager.
Emily comes to Highlands from Arvada United Methodist Church, where she has served as the volunteer Office Manager and currently serves as the church librarian.
The Rev. Linda Marshall describes Emily as "incredibly efficient, hospitable, and organizationally gifted"—qualities that we know will be a blessing to our congregation during this season of transition.
Emily holds a Master of Library & Information Science and a Bachelor of Arts in American Literature, both from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).
A former public librarian, her professional background includes leadership and public service with both the Denver Public Library and Los Angeles Public Library, along with extensive experience in administration, communications, budgeting, and organizational operations.
Emily is the mother of a son entering 10th grade, and she, her son, their dog, and cat all call Arvada home. In her free time, she enjoys baking and paddleboarding. Emily loves serving at Arvada United Methodist Church and is excited to contribute to the Highlands community as well.
Director of Music
Jenna Clark
Jenna Clark is an operatic mezzo-soprano and choral conductor based in Denver, CO.
In 2018, Jenna graduated from the University of Denver with a dual concentration Masters degree in Vocal Performance and Choral Conducting and is currently pursuing an Artist Diploma in Opera & Solo Voice Performance at the University of Colorado-Boulder.
Jenna can be seen performing across Colorado, having worked with companies such as Central City Opera, the Crested Butte Music Festival, the Baroque Chamber Orchestra of Colorado, Opera Steamboat, Opera Theater of the Rockies, Opera Fort Collins, Loveland Opera, and Boulder Opera.
She also holds a private voice studio and has a passion for choral music, having sung with professional choirs such as the Evans Choir and the Colorado Bach Ensemble.
In 2018, Jenna was a semi-finalist in the SWACDA student conducting competition and her chamber group won 1st place in the Lamont School of Music’s Honors Chamber Competition.
Jenna is passionate about cultivating a deep and meaningful environment where people from all walks of life can worship through heartfelt and high quality music.
Oh, and she also enjoys making music alongside her wonderfully silly and beloved husband, Peder Sill.
“I am honored and excited to know and serve the people of HUMC as I’ve seen the ways you’ve known and cherished my husband, Peder Sill, in his role as pianist and puppeteer! I believe in the mission of the church to build a home where all belong and am excited to make music together. I deeply feel that music can be a place we we can feel safe to express the full range of our humanity in a way that engages the most creative parts of ourselves and when we can do that together, it is transformative! Thanks for welcoming me into the fold!”
Director of Technology & Media
Jimmy Pham
As Director of Technology & Media, Jimmy leads all aspects of the church’s technology and media systems, including livestream production, AV operations, and network infrastructure. He oversees technical staff and volunteers, manages departmental budgeting, and ensures reliable, high-quality systems that support worship services and ministry initiatives. With a strategic and solutions-focused approach, he works closely with pastoral leadership to leverage technology in advancing the church’s mission.
Camp Director
Fiona Morrison-Price
Fiona Morrison-Price (or Miss Fiona as the kiddos call her) is excited to serve as Camp Program Coordinator for Highlands camps throughout the year, including summer, holiday, and break camps.
Fiona has worked in childcare since 2020 and at Highlands summer camps since 2022. Recently she received the Jefferson County Education Association Excellence Award for her dedication to the field of education. Fiona is deeply dedicated to bettering herself personally and professionally, always making sure her CPR, AED, and First Aid training is fresh, taking PDIS courses to further her knowledge, and completing professional development through Vanderbilt University's IRIS Center for PD Online.
Fiona is a part of the Regis University class of 2030 where she aims to achieve her elementary teacher licensure while also exploring her passion for child psychology. Fiona also hopes to continue her Spanish educational journey, which started for her in kindergarten.
Fiona’s favorite part of camp is watching kids grow—seeing their personalities shine, their friendships deepen, and their confidence bloom. She loves creating spaces where campers can play, explore, and belong. Whether it’s through crafts, outdoor games, or shared laughter, Fiona is committed to making every camp a joyful and memorable experience.