HARCOURT MEMORIAL UNITED CHURCH
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Our Team

Rev. Kate Ballagh-Steeper

Rev. Kate Ballagh-Steeper (she/her)
Minister B.A., M.Div., Acc.FM (OAFM)

Kate has been around the church her whole life, and served as a minister for over 30 years.  She has served in a variety of settings across the church and community;  from church camps, to congregations to an ecumenical agency working with families experiencing poverty.  She is also a trained mediator.  Kate believes that community grounds us and strengthens us for our journeys in faith.  
Kate arrived at Harcourt in November 2022.  She is married to the Rev. Kevin Steeper who serves as Regional Staff for the United Church and they have two young adult daughters who keep life exciting and interesting.

Please feel welcome to connect with Kate!

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Pamela Girardi (she/they)
Manna Lead Coordinator
& Community Engagement Animator

Pamela is passionate about creating all age spaces for people to explore their spiritual lives, build community, and get involved together in social justice. 

Pamela studied International Development at the University of Guelph and youth ministry at Renison College.  For 9 years, Pamela directed young adults in social justice programs  in Ghana and El Salvador. She is one of the founders of Camp Micah, an LGBTQ+ affirming ecumenical camp for youth. She has worked in community ministry with Pastors in Exile and here at Harcourt as our Manna Coordinator.

Pamela and her wife, Colleen, live in Guelph with their three children Zoelle, Sage, and Zeben. She loves spending time in her veggie garden, biking and camping.

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Alison MacNeill (she/her)
Director of Music and Arts Ministries

Alison is a graduate of the University of Guelph and of the Royal Conservatory of Toronto. Born in Guelph, she returned to live and work following her graduate work at the University of Western Ontario.She is the Director of Music Ministries here at Harcourt, a position she has held since 1988.  

Alison also maintains a large teaching studio in Guelph and is a busy freelance accompanist and chamber musician. Through the years, she has been a pianist for the University of Guelph Choir, the Elora Festival Singers, Guelph Youth Singers and the Rainbow Chorus of Waterloo-Wellington.  
She has been the accompanist for the Guelph Chamber Choir for many years and performs and tours with them frequently. Alison is featured on two of the choir’s CDs.

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David Kucherepa
Custodian

David Kucherepa is Harcourt’s Custodian. David previously worked in the Parks and Recreation Department with the City of Guelph. He brings to his role experience in cleaning, snow removal, grounds care and maintenance. David began working at Harcourt in early 2020 and is at the church Monday to Friday 7:00am to 12:00pm.

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Evan Lew (he/him)
Technical Support Assistant

Evan is a grade 12 high-school student at Centennial CVI. He is grateful for the opportunity to gain experience working with technical equipment. 

In Evan’s free time he loves to work out, play baseball and socialize. After high-school Evan plans to start a career in the trades and fulfill his love for building and repairing things.

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Sophia Kolozetti (she/her)
Office Administrator and Technical Coordinator
Sophia is a 4th year student currently studying at the University of Guelph, pursuing a general Bachelor of Arts degree. She loves cats, the colour pink, and thrifting. Sophia will be in the office Tuesdays-Fridays, 9am-12pm, and looks forward to helping in any way she can.

Connect With Us

Harcourt Memorial United Church
87 Dean Avenue, Guelph, ON N1G 1L3
519-824-4177
[email protected]

We are located in the Old University neighbourhood, near the University of Guelph and Downtown Guelph, and accessible by Highway 6/the Hanlon and Guelph Transit. Parking available on-site for up to 100 vehicles.

Seeking Space?

Harcourt is proud to rent space to a number of groups and individuals, for uses including live music performances, sports & recreation groups, events and more. We are excited to help you bring your idea to life.

Click below to see our rental spaces and rates or contact [email protected] for more information.
Rental Spaces & Rates
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  • About Us
    • Our Values & Partnerships
    • Our Team
    • Contact Us
  • Worship
    • This Sunday
    • Our Services
    • All Ages Manna Service
    • Holy Listening Circle
    • Music
    • Seeking Care
    • Life's Big Moments
  • Rentals
    • Rentals
    • Harcourt Commons
    • Accessibility
  • Connect
    • New to Harcourt?
    • Our Groups
    • Updates and Events
    • Harcourt Herald
    • Annual Reports
  • Donate