About Us
Pastor
Milledge Mosby started attending Unity in 1973 at Detroit Unity Temple. He served as a volunteer at that church under Reverend Glenn Mosley and then under Reverend David Williamson. In 1978, the Mosbys moved to Maryland where they attended Unity of Washington, D.C., and soon thereafter, Milledge was asked by Reverend George Stone to work part-time for the church as the Business Manager. Within six months the part-time position became full-time and was the beginning of a long, transformative career.
After Reverend Stone left, Reverend Amalie Frank became the minister. Under Reverend Frank’s tutelage, Milledge began teaching classes in addition to serving as Business Manager. To further prepare him for serving as a spiritual teacher, he began studying at Unity Village in Missouri toward becoming a Licensed Unity Teacher. Milledge was groomed by Reverend Frank to eventually become her assistant minister. He stayed in that position until 1991 when he pioneered the new ministry, Unity Center of Light in Bowie, Maryland, in response to a growing demand for a Unity church in that area.
He completed his studies and was licensed as a Unity Teacher in 1991. He immediately applied for and was accepted into the Ministers’ Field Licensing program, a four-year process toward being ordained by the Association of Unity Churches. He was ordained as a minister in 1997. Milledge has been in Unity for over 50 years, serving as a teacher and ordained minister for 40 of those years.
Milledge’s background includes 15 years in the corporate world and he just retired from 40 years as a Professor of Marketing and Sales at Prince George’s Community College. As a college professor, he developed a formula for combining spiritual principles, which are usually perceived as abstract, with business principles, which are usually perceived as more concrete. This approach makes real ideals like faith, peace, and love.
In his own life, he demonstrates what he teaches through his disciplined involvement in a variety of activities, such as power walking, strength training, golf, photography, and continuous research and learning. These activities help him to continue to grow spiritually, mentally, and physically.
Events
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Staff
Pamela Mosby - Pastoral Assistant, Co-Founder
Pamela Mosby, Pastoral Assistant of Unity Center of Light has been affiliated with Unity Churches since 1973 when she began working for and attending Detroit Unity Temple. In 1978, Pam moved to the Washington, DC area with her husband
Milledge and their two children, Adina and Damon. She worked as the secretary for the Rev. George Stone. When Rev. Stone took another assignment, Pamela continued her duties under the new minister the Rev. Amalie Frank until 1991.
In October of 1991, responding to requests from members of Unity of Washington, D.C., Pamela, together with Milledge and Patti Anessi, helped establish the Unity Center of Light in Bowie, Maryland where she became Pastoral Assistant.
In addition to her duties as Pastoral Assistant, Pamela is an active member of the Unity Choir and has taught a variety of classes, facilitated workshops and retreats on Faith, Prayer, relationships, Self-esteem, and healthy lifestyles. She is the co-founder of the Women of Unity Group.
Pamela sees as part of her mission the establishment of a permanent physical home for Unity Center of Light. Almost as important to her is the commitment to play an even greater role in the congregation’s growth. Her special emphasis is on helping new prospective and existing members discover their own God-inspired talents. These talents can then translate into meaningful ministries within the Unity Center of Light structure.
On a personal note, Pamela’s passion is physical fitness training and she has shared her extensive knowledge in this field with many congregants. She and her husband, Milledge are the proud grandparents of granddaughters, Daija and Kallista, and a grandson, Damon.
Patti Anessi - Administrator, Co-Founder
After being raised in the Catholic faith, Patti did not regularly attend church from the time she was 17 until she discovered Unity teachings when she was in her early 30’s. She was an evening student at Prince George’s Community College, taking a Small Business Management class, and knew that Professor Mosby was talking about more than business in his classes. After some investigation, she learned that Professor Mosby was also the part-time Business Manager (and a teacher) at Unity of Washington, D.C. She began attending classes and doing volunteer work there in early 1987. In July of 1987 she was offered a part-time bookkeeper position there and that began her career in Unity.
She co-founded Unity Center of Light with Milledge “Butch” Mosby and his wife, Pamela in 1991. She worked at both churches until mid-1995, when she became the full-time Center Administrator at Unity Center of Light. She also serves as the Youth Ministry Coordinator, which she says is her volunteer job at UCL.
Patti is a Licensed Unity Teacher in two focus areas – Adult Education and Youth Education Director. Over the years she has received numerous certifications in many Business and Youth Ministry aspects of “church work.” She enjoys the diversity of her work here at Unity Center of Light and loves the people. She is an ongoing student in many aspects of “running” a church and of “Truth” teachings.
Outside her work, Patti loves gardening, cooking, reading, and simply enjoying life.
April J. May - Office Manager
April has been involved in Unity for over 30 years and became a Licensed Unity Teacher specializing in Adult Education in 2004. Her background before coming to Unity included personnel and customer service management, legal work and continuing education administration.
April was attracted to the healing arts as the result of personal healing. The journey from physical healing to emotional and spiritual healing seemed like a natural progression and Unity philosophy resonated deeply with April.
April organizes many of our ‘special’ services and special events. She loves to teach adults and has facilitated many classes including The Twelve Powers, Discover the Power Within You, Spirits in Rebellion and more. April facilitates discussion groups, produces weekly e-newsletters and flyers. She seeks out and schedules guest speakers and musicians and is occasionally a Sunday speaker as well.
Board
Alyson Hall, President
Alyson Hall was first introduced to Unity shortly after she relocated from New Jersey to Maryland in 1998. She joined Unity Center of Light in 2000 and began her spiritual journey. Through this thoughtful community of truth-seekers, Alyson has developed a deeper understanding of our oneness which is enabling her to life a life of gratitude, love and service. She has served as a Greeter and Sunday School Teacher and been inspired through various classes including Prosperity Plus and A Course In Miracles.
Professionally, Alyson is an Ophthalmologist who specializes in glaucoma with offices in Bowie and Annapolis, Maryland. Throughout her career, Dr. Hall has remained committed to increasing awareness about glaucoma, the leading cause of irreversible blindness in African Americans. She has lectured nationally and participated in numerous clinical trials involving medical therapy for glaucoma.
Alyson weaves her Unity values through her life. She volunteers annually at the Tema Christian Eye Center in Ghana where she performs cataract and glaucoma surgery. She has served as Commodore and Fleet Captain of the Universal Sailing Club whose aim is to foster a love of sailing in underserved communities.
When asked to explain what the Mission of Unity Center of Light means to her, she answered: “To recognize our divine identity and manifest it our daily lives. To be the expression of God’s love throughout the world.”
Pamela Paul, Vice President
Pamela Paul has been affiliated with Unity Center of Light since 1997. Over the years Pamela served as a volunteer in many areas including the Youth Ministry, the Pastoral Care and Prayer Chaplain teams. She served one previous term on the Board of Trustees and is currently serving a second term on the Board.
For over twenty-seven years, Unity has been Pamela’s primary spiritual path. She has been learning and seeking to live by Unity teachings and practices, attending many Unity classes, workshops and conferences. She raised her two daughters in Unity. One of the things she especially likes about Unity Center of Light is the focus on practical ways to walk a spiritual path. Her regularly practices gratitude daily as well as prayer, meditation and contemplation.
Pamela’s professional experience includes over thirty years in leadership positions focused on organizational change helping organizations to be more diverse, equitable and inclusive. Her credentials include a Ph.D. in Human Development from the University of Maryland. She is a certified life coach and a Myers Briggs Master Practitioner.
In serving on the Unity Board, Pamela applies her professional expertise with her growing spiritual awareness to inform her perspectives, interactions and the contributions she makes to the Board.
Maxine Gill, Treasurer
Maxine has been a member of Unity Center of Light since 2011, engaging in various volunteer roles such as ushering, reading Daily Word, assisting on the platform, providing refreshments, and contributing to World Day of Prayer events. Maxine was raised in the Episcopal church, but after entering adulthood and attending church every Sunday with her mother for many years, she knew that something was missing – the deeper to connection to God. Her aunt who was an active Unity Member in Washington, D.C. introduced her to the Daily Word booklet in the early 2000s, and gave her a monthly subscription of the book until her death in 2010. The Daily Word was her introduction to Unity, and its principles.
Maxine’s application of the Unity principles and teachings to her life, has allowed her to tap into the spiritual light that shines within and without, transforming her personal lives and interactions with others. Unity’s approach to understanding the Bible is through a metaphysical lens, viewing it as a guide on one’s journey toward spiritual awakening.
Maxine knows that she is a spiritual being have a human experience on Mother Earth, and she understands the role that prayer and meditation plays in her life. She states that prayer and meditation bring her in alignment to her higher self, and connection with Source to obtain divine guidance, answer questions, and receive the highest and best for her life. Maxine believes that although we are individual expressions of the Divine, we are still ONE. Just like the wave in the ocean – there is no separation. We have to be of service to each other.
Professionally, Maxine formerly owned and operated College Nannies and Tutors of Bethesda & DC for twelve years until 2021, when she sold it. She has previously served as the Board President of Literacy Volunteers of America (DC), and has 20+ years of experience in corporate sales and marketing, with an MBA in Marketing.
Maxine is currently a SCORE certified mentor for Great Baltimore mentoring small businesses to start, grow or exit. In 2023, Maxine was awarded the Volunteer of the Year for SCORE, Greater Baltimore.
Bonnie Sermons, Trustee
Bonnie Sermons has been affiliated with Unity Center of Light since 1996. In addition to being a Board Member and an active participant in classes and other church activities, Bonnie coordinates the afternoon Keeping the High Watch Prayer call and teaches Sunday School. She states, “I have always been curious about religion and enjoy understanding different perspectives on what it means to be a Christian. Unity allows me to be an active participant in my own spiritual growth as opposed to just an observer of rituals. Unity is a place where people come to unleash the power within. Unity allows me to live beyond my ego and fear, and surrounds me with supportive, loving people to reach out to when I miss the mark.”
Bonnie is a Healthcare Consultant by profession with extraordinary strategic planning and program management skills. She is also a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
“I have overcome many life challenges by relying on my faith and Unity teachings. I enjoy the opportunity to apply what I have learned personally in support of the mission of Unity Center of Light.”
Roderick Mitchell, Trustee
Roderick Mitchell has been a part of Unity and this Unity church since 2015. He has completed courses such as Prosperity Plus I, II, and III, Leadership Training, and attended the Eastern Region Conference. His volunteer work includes setting up and cleaning up on Sundays, greeting attendees, and contributing as a member of Unity’s video team. When asked to describe Unity, Roderick says, “Unity is a church where one can enjoy the freedom and joy of diversity and acceptance. It is a spirit-led community that values the power of individual co-creation. We teach and practice the universal law of love and unity.” He adds that Unity has significantly broadened his perspective, helping him release past fears and develop his Christ spirit within. “Unity supports continuing spiritual growth in ‘real life’ times,” he explains.
Roderick elaborates on the mission of UCL, stating, “It offers the freedom and power to believe in and become steadily aware of the God/Christ within.” He believes his 28-year career as a DC Firefighter exemplifies his dedication to service, integrity, diversity, and unity, values he carries as a board member and church family member.
Regarding his talents and experiences, Roderick shares, “I have a natural fondness for community, kindness, and relationships. My desire to express life’s challenges transformed into a developed skill of public speaking.” He is also a self-published author of the book “Fire, Fury, Faith: A Story of Success by Fire.” His talent for engaging in conversations helps him build friendships both inside and outside of church.
Raised and educated in the District of Columbia, Roderick moved to Upper Marlboro, MD, in 2006 with his wife Dana and their youngest of five daughters, where they currently reside. He stays active with family, entrepreneurial endeavors, and enjoys modified versions of cycling, swimming, and various healthy movements for body, mind, and spirit.
Rodney (Rod) Tyler, Trustee
Rodney Tyler joined the Unity Center of Light, Bowie MD, under Reverend Butch Mosby in 1994. He started as UCL’s lead sound engineer and continues to support the evolution of audio-sound complexity requirements. He has also supported and lead 4T Prosperity class; A Course in Miracles and a myriad of other courses. He also served on the UCL Board of Trustees 2002 to 2010 and rejoined April 2024.
Rodney’s background includes 24 years in senior leadership positions within the US Marine Corps supporting aviation logistics requirements. Additionally, he was a Program Manager for 16 years in the corporate world and 7 years as a Department of Defense civil servant supporting aviation Foreign Military Sales.
In summation Rodney has been a part of the UCL family for 30 years. He incorporates the spiritual teachings, principles and practices in order to continue to grow spiritually, mentally, and physically. With his 40 years of program management and business administration knowledge and expertise Rodney will provide support for UCL’s operations requirements.