Phyllis and “Skip” Sheldon joined UUFH in 2000. They were invited by friends, Paul and Simone Shoemaker, to come “take a look.” Seventeen years later, the Sheldon’s are seldom missing at Sunday services. You’ll see Phyllis on the first row of the choir, and Skip generally sits at the back near the door to help […]
Judy Rountree-Benedict and Bob Benedict Bob and Judy have lived in Flat Rock for almost six years. Bob was a Political Science Professor for 36 years; Judy was a dietitian at the VA for 30 years. Bob has an interest in photography, and is the editor of the newsletter and on the Board of the Camera […]
Born in NYC; father died at age 44, family moved to LA. Liberal upbringing; father was union organizer, political activist, poet, writer (War is Beautiful: An American Ambulance Driver in the Spanish Civil War – irony, not glorifying war). History buff and traveler – has been to many parts of the world, including spending six […]
Where your questions find answers and our community takes shape. ∙ UUFH is my family. ∙ I’ve been a UU member all my life. ∙ I have never been a member of any church before coming here. ∙ I want to understand what being a UU involves. ∙ We just moved here, and don’t know much about UUFH. ∙ What’s the […]
If you see Becky Reid carrying stones and water around on Sunday before the service, it’s because she is a member of the Worship Team, which she joined soon after retiring and moving from New York State in 2010. The team assists Jim when he requests help and finds speakers when Jim is away, which includes […]
PLEASE NOTE THE DATE CHANGE. This event is planned for all new members and friends and prospective members, with the goal of providing greater insight into how our Fellowship functions and to help us make meaningful connections. All members of UUFH are also invited. You’ll be surprised by the facts that you may not know! You’ll […]
Mark your calendars now! This initiative, borrowed from UUs of Transylvania County, is planned for February 19 (snow date February 26). What is it? Information about UU and UUFH. Who may come? All are welcome. The event was initially planned for orienting new and prospective members, but we’ve discovered that some long-time members would be […]
Amy and Colby Landers Amy and Colby became Friends of UUFH a few years ago, and we have watched their family grow. We are now happy to welcome them among our newest members. Amy Henderson Landers is a nature writer. She has been writing and teaching about plants and animals for 15 years. Amy grew […]
David and his family moved back to their native Southeast from Colorado last year. Looking for an inclusive faith-based community, David is happy to have discovered UUFH. He is often accompanied by his four-year-old son Sam, who enjoys the RE program. An English teacher at Hendersonville High School, David believes in supporting the spiritual growth […]
During Jim’s absence, we had a variety of featured speakers, some from other faiths and churches, and some from our congregation. They enlightened our minds, inspired us, made us laugh, touched our hearts, and shared their wisdom. These core events occur due to the planning of our Worship Team: Ron Partin, chairman; Meg Hoke; Becky Reid; […]