Rev. Philip Smedstad

Rev. Phillip Smedstad has been a Unity minister for 48 years, and is a Certified Unity Worldwide Ministries Transitional Ministry Specialist. 

He is the author of the prosperity book Real Wealth, and also of the My Next Step cards, a self-guided study in personal transformation. 

Rev. Phil has served as a Transition Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA, Oak Park, IL, Eau Claire, WI, Hartford, CT, Tulsa, OK, and several Unity ministries in Minnesota, where he and his wife Lura live.

Stephanie Bellocchio

Stephanie Bellocchio has been on the spiritual path for over 15 years, with a deep commitment to meditation, metaphysics, and holistic healing. She is a certified Holistic Life Coach, trained by Alan Cohen, whose teachings align with Unity principles and A Course in Miracles. She has also trained as a WomanSpeak facilitator, helping others find their authentic voice, and is a certified yoga instructor and Social Emotional Learning facilitator. In addition to her work as a speaker, she is currently enrolled in Unity’s Spiritual Education and Enrichment (SEE) classes as she deepens her study of Unity principles. 

Rev. Dan Holloway

Rev. Dan Holloway, a Unity minister for 30 years, is known for his sense of humor and practical ways of explaining difficult subjects with everyday language. He encourages and inspires people to take charge of their lives. He believes that regardless of circumstances, anyone can apply universal spiritual principles, greater self-awareness and live with meaning and purpose.

Sandra Vela, Licensed Unity Teacher

 Sandra Vela, LUT, attended Unity Church of Brownsville in 2008 until 2013, when she moved to Austin.  Sandra completed her Licensed Unity Teacher Certification in November, 2022, and has served Unity Church of the Hills as a Prayer Chaplain and Adult Education Team member. When she’s not learning, teaching, or coaching, Sandra enjoys spending her time painting, making mosaics, and traveling in her tiny T@B Camper.