I work in a complex commercial liability, bodily injury, insurance claims. I treasure spending time with my amazing daughter, who has devoted her live to improving the lives of other people, and with my mom. I also enjoy my volunteer opportunities, particularly teaching Children’s Church, as I have at PUMC since 2005, as well as leading a music ministry for our children.  I am also passionate about animal rescue and enjoy spending time with my rescue furbabies.

“Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you.’ The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these my brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.'” Matthew 25:37-40

Ric has been a member of PUMC for over 36 yrs. He is currently serving as Chair
of the leadership team, after having chaired or been a member of various others teams in the past.
Ric and his wife Rhonda have spent their entire married life together in Pittsboro and
have 2 grown children and 4 grandchildren. He has been privileged to work with a
loving church family that is filled with God’s grace and mercy.

Though the doors were locked, Jesus came and stood among them and
said, “Peace be with you!”    Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here; see my
hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe.”
Thomas said to him, “My Lord and my God!”
Then Jesus told him, “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are
those who have not seen and yet have believed.” -John 20:26-29

Alan serves as our Trustee Chairperson, aiding in the operations and maintenance of our building and grounds. He and his wife have attended PUMC since August 2022, when they moved to the area from Northern Indiana. He does not take himself very seriously and attempts to share the Joy of the Lord whenever possible.  Prior to moving to Pittsboro, Alan served a number of other ministries in the Evangelical Lutheran Church he attended, coming from a long line of Lutherans.  Alan shares his home in Pittsboro with his wife, Jill, where he enjoys gardening, cooking, brewing, and travel.

“Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” -Matthew 7:12

Tara Hendrey serves as Finance Chairperson and acting Treasurer.  She has attended Pittsboro United Methodist Church since October 2021, when she moved to Pittsboro from Southern Indiana.  Prior to moving to Pittsboro, Tara served at Holland UMC on the Church Council, Finance Committee, Outreach Committee, Worship Committee, and wherever needed.  Tara comes from a long line of Methodists with her father serving as a pastor until his passing and her brother is currently serving as a pastor in the Indiana conference.  Tara resides in Pittsboro with her mother and her dog Chloe.  For fun, she enjoys reading, watching sports, and going to concerts.

You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.

Genesis 50:20, NIV

The responsibility of the SPRC is to work with staff members to ensure the mission statement of PUMC is realized. SPRC conducts staff evaluations, writes job descriptions and handles all personnel issues. In addition, I serve on the PUMC preschool board.

“You have filled my heart with greater Joy.”

Psalms 4:7