Ministers

Ministers

Senior Minister

Rev. Richard Maraj

Rev. Richard Maraj inspires people to live better lives through his powerful spiritual teachings. His charismatic, relatable speaking style combines a depth of spiritual knowledge, sharp intellect, great sense of humor and contagious enthusiasm to touch and energize his audience into expanding their understanding of God, life and themselves. Richard’s positive, uplifting messages have helped many people experience greater joy, peace and prosperity through the practical application of basic spiritual principles.

For many years Richard worked as a successful motivational speaker who traveled throughout North America to address large Fortune 500 and other companies. During the early 1990s, he felt a strong call to ministry, and was compelled to attend ministerial school.

He was ordained as a Unity minister in 1998, and began his ministry as an Associate Minister in Raleigh, NC. Soon afterward he became Senior Minister of Christ Church Unity in Kansas City, MO, and quickly became a much sought-after guest speaker for churches throughout Canada and the United States. He is currently the Senior Minister of Unity of Phoenix, one of the largest Unity ministries in the world, where he has served since 2005.

Richard has a degree in political science from McMaster University and continues to have a passion for learning. He is a strong advocate for community service, and also enjoys a variety of activities and hobbies, which include performing as a stand-up comic. In addition, Richard is currently completing a book called “The 4 Most Important Questions You Can Ask Yourself.“

Wednesday Evening Minister

Rev. Richard Rogers

Rev. Richard Rogers does everything in a BIG way! A gifted and inspired teacher, coach and minister, Rev. Rogers has been a spiritual teacher and leader to thousands of individuals over the past 20 years, and has worked and studied with the great spiritual teachers of our time.

For over 14 years, Richard led Unity of Phoenix into one of the greatest Unity churches in the country. In 2006, he stepped down to reinvent himself and created the “Mastering the Impossible” coaching program, and has worked with clients all over the country to help them create the impossible in their lives.

He has also created numerous additional programs, articles and audio books, including “Principles of Prosperity,” “Life beyond Limits,” and “Healing the Soul.” His books and teachings combine the wisdom and language of a spiritual messenger who will lift you up and challenge you to live your own greatness.

In 2013, Richard accepted a position to rejoin the staff at Unity of Phoenix to lead our Wednesday Evening Service. He loves the experience of creating worship experiences! Richard is a powerful, dynamic and humorous speaker; his friendly, engaging style will delve right into your heart and soul … strengthening your connection to God, expanding your capacity to love, and broadening your outlook on the possibilities for your life!

Pastoral Care Minister

Rev. Jimmie Scott

The lovable Rev. Jimmie Scott has a sweet disposition and an even sweeter tooth: bring him Krispy Kreme doughnuts and you’ll be a friend for life! His calm, gentle and compassionate presence is exactly right for his role in pastoral care. He also brings a lifetime of wisdom, and a diversity of interests to his position.

Rev. Jimmie originally joined Unity of Phoenix as Pastoral Care Minister in 2008. He left in 2017 to serve as Lead Minister for Unity Church of San Antonio, and “retired” in January 2022. At that time, he agreed to return to Unity of Phoenix as Interim Pastoral Care Minister.

Previously, Rev. Scott served as Associate and Lead Minister for First Church Unity in Nashville, TN. During his time there, Jimmie grew the tiny ministry into a rapidly growing congregation that today numbers over 500.

In 1997 Jimmie served as Chairman of the Executive Board for the Association of Unity Churches International. During that time, he actually ordained our own Rev. Richard Maraj! From 2000 through 2003, he was the Chaplain at Unity Institute and was on the Board of Directors of Renaissance West, Inc. in Kansas City, MO.

From May 2006 to July 2008 Jimmie served as Associate Minister at Unity Renaissance Church in Chesapeake, VA. He supervised the Finance Department, resided over the Chaplain Program and the Youth Education Department. Jimmie officially began his ministry at Unity of Phoenix as Pastoral Care Minister on August 1, 2008

Rev. Jimmie’s secular interests have included services as vice chairman of COPE, an organization founded to provide training and job placement for the mentally and physically handicapped. He also served as an arbitrator for the Better Business Bureau , as an advisor for Junior Achievement, counselor for abused and neglected children, and past chairman for the advisory board of Community Enhancement, an alcohol and drug abuse council for teens.

Look for Jimmie and his wife, Mary, on Sundays: they enjoy the title of the most lovable, best dressed couple on campus! They have two adult children and two grandchildren.

Youth & Volunteer Minister

Rev. Stacy Macris Ros

Rev. Stacy Macris Ros has been attending Unity since the age of five! She became a Licensed Unity Teacher with Unity Worldwide Ministries in November 2018. In March 2020, she was appointed as Co-Spiritual Leader of Unity of the Oaks in Thousand Oaks, California as she completed the Field Ministry Program. She stepped into the Senior Minister role at Unity of the Oaks in April 2022 and was ordained in June 2022.She is excited to have joined Unity of Phoenix Spiritual Center in February 2024 as the Associate Minister of Youth and Volunteer Ministries. 

Rev. Stacy’s Sunday talks – including over 30 years of guest speaking at Unity churches; her three years of her weekly Facebook Live broadcasts; and her “Spiritual Inspirations” podcast – are all filled with humor and wisdom, personal anecdotes, quotes from spiritual leaders, and spiritual tools for all of life’s challenges. Rev. Stacy’s message is always one of love and reminding you of your divine nature.

Before becoming a minister, Rev. Stacy became a Certified Spiritual Educator (C.S.E.) with Unity Worldwide Ministries in 2013, a designation for Unity’s youth education teachers and youth directors. This coincided with her tenure as Unity of the Oaks’ Youth Education Director from 2010 to 2014. During this time, she facilitated trainings with Sunday teachers and organized fun, spiritual experiences for children both in and out of the Sunday classroom. She is passionate about multigenerational ministry!

After embracing many leadership roles in her teenage and adult years, Rev. Stacy’s Unity service has included:

  • Southwest Unity Region’s Teen & Family Ministry Consultant ~ 2012-2017.
  • Southwest Unity Region’s Board of Trustees as the L.U.T. representative ~ 2019-2022. 
  • Podcast co-host on UnityOnlineRadio.com, Pop Conscious ~ 2014-2016
  • Board Member for the Unity Church of Alhambra Foundation ~ 2006-2013. 
  • Conejo Valley Interfaith Association, Member & Committee Member ~ 2020-2024.

Rev. Stacy loves to offer spiritual support and coaching, helping individuals to realize that they can live a life of joy and inner peace. She is also available to officiate weddings and memorials, working with families to create a unique service tailored just for them.

Rev. Stacy holds a degree in Dietetics from Michigan State University and a master’s degree in public health, with an emphasis in Family & Community Health, from UCLA.Rev. Stacy loves photography, meditation, and yoga and enjoys the outdoors. Her life is enriched by time spent with her husband Juan, their very friendly dog, and family vacations with their two adult sons.