Ministry & Programs

Rev. Ruth Vann Lillian

Rev. Ruth Vann Lillian

Introducing our new minister: Rev. Ruth Vann Lillian

After launching a search for a new minister last fall, your UUFEC Board of Trustees is excited to announce Rev. Ruth Vann Lillian will be joining us at UUFEC as our new contract minister, effective August 1.

Welcome, Reverend Ruth!

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Cecile Lindegren

Cecile Lindegren
Music Director

Cecile Lindegren has been a member of UUFEC since 1996, and became the Director of Music during the ministry of Rev. Harold Hawkins, after first serving 15 years as a volunteer accompanist. (more…)

Holly Lowmiller

Holly Lowmiller
Director of Religious Exploration

Holly strives to be a rainbow in a world of neutrals and brings a passion for fostering spiritual growth and community engagement. She has a deep sentiment for the goodness children bring into the world and endeavors to bring a collaborative spirit, honoring the spiritual needs of others and valuing the gifts of all. Holly has a background in teaching as a Certified Montessori Teacher with a focus on Early Childhood Education and holds a BA in Communications from the University of Cincinnati. She is a self-proclaimed nerd who loves to research and learn new things; humanity is both her greatest intrigue and befuddlement. Her own home, filled with six children, two cats and one beloved husband is the greatest place for Holly to find wonder, joy and a whole lot of chaos. Holly’s adoration for nature inspired her to become a Forest Therapy Guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. When she is not amongst the trees, she enjoys bike rides, reading, deep talks with friends and cuddles with her family.

Please contact Holly with any questions about our children’s Religious Exploration program. (dre@uufec.com)

Sarah Searfoss

Sarah Searfoss
Religious Exploration Assistant

Sarah Searfoss is a full-time artist, museum professional, and the director and co-founder of the Crestview Artists’ Collective. She is heavily involved in bringing more arts & culture opportunities to the community, and is excited to bring her creative skill set to the Religious Exploration Assistant role. Sarah’s husband, Kyle, is a RPA sensor operator for the US Air Force, and she is delighted to have such a supportive partner. They both hope to be involved within the church when her husband’s deployment cycle ends.

Administration & Operations

Alyssa Hergert

Alyssa Hergert
Church Administrator

Alyssa Hergert has been working as your office administrator at UUFEC since 2024.

Email: admin@uufec.com
Phone: 850-678-7197 (more…)

Chris Jordan

Chris Jordan
Webmaster

While Chris no longer lives in Niceville, he still runs the website, as he has, with occasional breaks, since 2009. If you are interested in helping out, please join the Communication Committee!

Email: webmaster@uufec.com