Lead Pastor
Daniel Childs
Our Lead Pastor, Daniel Childs, lives in South Durham with his wife, Kirsten, and children Caleb and Lydia. Daniel grew up in Chapel Hill, went to NC State for undergrad, then got his Master’s in theology from Duke. He enjoys watching sports (primarily the Wolfpack), working out, reading, watching Netflix, and spending time with the fam. If you’re interested, Daniel would love to connect with you over some good coffee or good food! The best way to reach him is by email: dchilds@universityumc.church.
Worship Leader
Ti Harmon
Ti Harmon lives in North Raleigh with her partner Andrew and their son Cedar. She is originally from Philadelphia, but lived in New York, Madrid, and Paris before moving back to North Carolina to get her Masters of Music from NC Central University. Ti loves to do hot yoga, spend endless hours gardening, cooking up meals for friends and family, and most of all, hanging out with her strong-willed toddler.
Pastoral Assistant
Kandis Florián
Kandis Florián lives life with her partner, Donovan, her children, Eden and Zander, her cat, River, and her jungle-sized collection of house plants. Originally from North Carolina, Kandis attended Appalachian State University where she earned her degree in Poetry and Gender Studies. She spent a few years in Nashville singing, writing, and recording music before moving to Durham where she diligently (and daily) learns the art of motherhood. Kandis enjoys off-the-beaten-path adventures, writing haikus, baking delicate confectionaries, and singing to her plants.
