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.
Church Planter at
Edgewater Neighborhood Church
Brandon Cauthon
Brandon believes that when a community is engaged and has a shared purpose, opportunities for movement, growth, and new ideas emerge.
He has been on staff at Highlands United Methodist Church since 2009, previously serving as the Director of Children’s Ministry before transitioning to his new role. Brandon loves travel and is able to fulfill that passion through his full-time job as a flight attendant for a major airline.
Brandon was born and raised in Colorado and lives in northwest Denver with his husband, Carlos, and daughter Norah.
Community Place at Edgewater
& HUMC Property Minister
Eddy Beard
With a heart full of compassionate faith and a toolbox in hand, Eddy is devoted to serving the HUMC Community and the community at large. Inspired by his own journey of recovery, Eddy aspires to establish a transformative agency that combines the power of art therapy with the pursuit of healthier lifestyle choices for those in recovery towards healing and renewal.
Asst. Director of Music
Peder Sill
Peder Sill started playing piano at the age of 8 at his mom’s behest. Like most other students, he didn’t like practicing at first and if not for his musician mother understanding the realness of the struggle, he would have quit. Around the time when he was a teenager and his mind and emotions began to greatly expand, he realized he actually had a talent, and a wonderful expression for all of the different things he was starting to think and feel. He went on to get a Bachelors and Masters in Piano Performance, and loves practicing piano as much as anything.
Peder was, and still is training classically, and loves the classical canon of pianist /composers such as Beethoven, Schubert, and Chopin etc. He also loves having a spiritual and loving community to share his music with as music itself is one of the most spiritual expressions one can express.
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.
Camp Director
Fiona Morrison-Price
Fiona Morrison-Price is excited to serve as Camp Director for Highlands camps throughout the year, including summer, holiday, and break camps. A dedicated member of the camp team for four years, Fiona brings warmth, creativity, and a deep love for working with children to everything she does.
A senior at Lakewood High School, Fiona is passionate about writing poetry, spending time with friends, watching movies with her parents, and caring for children as a babysitter and childcare provider at Highlands United Methodist Church.
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.
Office Manager
Julie Fisher
Julie Fisher joined the staff at Highlands United Methodist Church in 2024. A Colorado native who grew up in the Wheat Ridge area, Julie brings decades of business administration and management experience. She graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley and is certified in Mediation & Conflict Resolution. She has created and supervised diverse teams in a variety of industries and is passionate about working collectively toward common goals. In her role as Office Manager, Julie supports the day-to-day operations of the Church, oversees rentals, creates marketing materials, and much more.
Julie is often joined in the HUMC office by her roommate, Lily, who loves her people friends at the Church.
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!”
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.
Tech and Livestream Coordinator
Jimmy Pham
Jimmy Pham serves as our Tech and Livestream Coordinator, ensuring that worship at Highlands UMC is both seamless and accessible—whether you’re joining us in person or online. With a professional background that spans audiovisual technology, event production, and IT support, Jimmy brings deep technical expertise and a calm, collaborative spirit to Sunday mornings.
He currently works as a Network AV Specialist at Children’s Hospital Colorado and has previously led AV teams as a Technical Supervisor with Encore Global at the Hyatt Regency Denver. In addition to his extensive event and livestream experience, Jimmy has also served in church settings, providing sound and tech support at St. John’s Church and School.
Jimmy is currently pursuing degrees in both Audio Engineering and Computer Science, and he’s passionate about using technology to foster connection, inclusion, and meaningful worship.
When he's not behind the soundboard or livestream console, Jimmy enjoys exploring the intersection of faith, community, and creativity through media.
Director A Child's Place
Geri Baca
Geri is honored and grateful for the opportunity to serve children and families at ninaBees ELC. Prior to ninaBees ELC, she taught at Adams County Head Start and the Community College of Denver’s lab school, where she also mentored teaching students. Geri discovered a passion for teaching when she was a stay-at-home mom of 4 and volunteered weekly in each of their classrooms. Prior to teaching, she planned to open, nina B’s, a hair salon and attended Barnes Business College and Michael Taylor Institute of Hair Design. Geri is a Credentialed Preschool Teacher and Large Center Director. She enjoys spending time with family, including Saturday dinners with her children and grandchildren and Sunday lunches with her dad and siblings
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.
Director NinaBees
Early Education Center
Felicia Keaweehu-Granados
Felicia Keaweehu-Granados brings warmth, experience, and a deep love for early childhood education to her role as Director of NinaBees Early Education Center. Originally from sunny Southern California, Felicia moved to Denver a few years ago and has been working with young children since 2016. Before joining NinaBees, she was part of Little Patch of Earth, a nature-based preschool that nurtured her passion for child-led, outdoor learning.
Felicia holds an Associate’s degree in Psychology and Sociology from College of the Canyons and has completed extensive coursework in Early Childhood Development. She is dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive, and joyful environment where children can thrive and families feel welcome.
Outside of work, Felicia enjoys spending time with her two cats, watching movies, and reading books and comics. She looks forward to connecting with families and continuing to grow the NinaBees community with care and enthusiasm.
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.
