Please Note: The office will be closed Monday, February 17. Staff will be available by phone or email for any urgent issues. We will return to regular operations on Tuesday. |
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 | Austin MarathonFebruary 16 This Sunday is the Austin Marathon, which means street closures and extra traffic! The race goes right down Guadalupe, which directly impacts getting to church Sunday morning. We have routes to church and a race map on our website to help you get here. Give yourself plenty of time to get to church, maybe even more than you think you will need. If you get here “too early,” take a few minutes and cheer on the runners as they cross in front of the church! |
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 | Advocating for our Immigrant NeighborsFebruary 16 | 4 pm or February 20 | 11 amSo many of us want to know how to respond to the administration's recent actions that have struck fear in many of our neighbors who may be subject to raids and deportations. UUMC will be offering two Zoom sessions next week to learn more about how we can help our neighbors and discuss what we can do as a church community. Church Council Chair, Sandy White, and Pastor Earl will share some guidance and resources from the United Methodist Church's national and conference leadership, as well as information from other organizations working in this area. These conversations will serve as a starting point as we seek to serve Christ faithfully in these difficult times. |
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 | Parents’ Night OutFebruary 15 | 5 - 8:30 pm***LAST DAY TO REGISTER***Treat your kids to a fun night out with friends at UUMC! We'll have Valentine’s Day themed crafts, recreation, STEM, pizza, movie and dessert. This is the perfect time to do something fun by yourselves or join other parents for community time together. We can't wait to see you there! Fifth grade and under! Questions? Email Jillian! |
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Service of Worship Sunday @ 11 amScripture: Colossians 3:12-17Join us for worship this Family Sunday as we continue our sermon series “Called to Compassion.” The scripture lesson comes from Colossians 3:12-17 and AV will lead us in a responsive song based on The Beatitudes in Luke 6:17-26 composed by Suzanne Toolan. We will also join together in welcoming our Wesley Nurse Erika Castillo with a blessing during worship and a reception in the courtyard following worship.
A Wesley Nurse is a faith-based community nurse that uses a holistic approach - mind, body and spirit - to help the community in many ways. This parish nurse position is funded by Methodist Healthcare Ministries. Erika Castillo accepted the position in Fall 2024 and recently completed her orientation and training. For more information about the Wesley Nurse position here at UUMC, stay posted in the weeks ahead and discover more on their website. |
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Human compassion is equal to human cruelty, and it is up to each of us to tip the balance. – Alice Walker
Compassion is fueled by understanding and accepting that we’re all made of strength and struggle - no one is immune to pain or suffering. Compassion is not a practice of “better than” or “I can fix you” - it’s a practice based in the beauty and pain of shared humanity. – Brené Brown |
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2025 Crop WalkThe Gardeners Sunday School Class is representing UUMC at the 2025 Austin CROP walk on March 2nd. The goal is to raise funds and awareness to combat hunger caused by factors like natural disasters and inadequate access to water. Money raised goes to local and global organizations. We walk to end hunger. We walk in solidarity with those around the world who must walk miles to get clean water. Walk with us. Give generously. |
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Easter Festival PotluckOur fantastic Children’s Director, Jillian Moore is already preparing for the Easter Festival, which will be held April 20th after worship. But we’ll need your help to make the potluck a success! We’re providing a main dish and are looking to our community for help with the sides and dessert. If you would like to share some of your kitchen (or purchasing) skills with us, please sign up below. |
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Fig Leaf Need: Paper Bags with Handles!Our Fig Leaf Ministry uses grocery bags–with handles–when we give clothes to our guests on Saturday morning. However, their supply is running low. If you have any lying around the house, we can put them to good use! Please bring them with you next time you’re at church and leave them in the donation barrels. Thanks! |
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Community Blood DriveUniversity Presbyterian Church will be hosting a blood drive on Sunday, March 2 from 12 - 4 pm to support at-risk patients in Central Texas. To learn more or sign up to donate, visit their website. |
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Neill-Cochran Museum: Urban Enslavement in AustinThis February, Black History Month, the Neill-Cochran House Museum will be offering Urban Enslavement in Austin – The NCHM Slave Quarters Guided Tour every Saturday and Sunday throughout the month. Learn more and sign up for a tour on their website! |
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| Parents’ Night Out2/15 | 5 pm**Last Day to Register! |
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| Advocating for our Immigrant Neighbors2/16 | 4 pm |
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| MYF & Tween Time: Austin Justice Scavenger Hunt2/17 | 1 pm |
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| Lunch & Learn:
Food Insecurity on UT Campus2/23 | 12 pm |
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| Poetry Club Meeting2/28 | 7 pm |
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| Little Ones Potluck3/2 | 4 pm |
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| Pancake Supper3/4 | 5:30 pm |
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| TNL: Our Hearts were Strangely Lukewarmbegins 3/4 | 6:45 pm |
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| Ash Wednesday: Mid-Day Service3/5 | 12:15 pm |
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| Ash Wednesday: Evening Service3/5 | 7 pm |
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| Tween Time & MYF: Open Door Sorting3/5 | 7 pm |
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| Youth: Service Lock-In3/5 | 7 pm |
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| Queer Fellowship: Happy Hour3/5 | 7 pm |
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| Children’s MinistryIf you have kiddos that you’d like to get involved in our children’s ministry, or just to learn more, reach out to Jillian |
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| Youth MinistryIf you have youth that you’d like to get involved in our youth ministry, or just to learn more, reach out to Natasha. |
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| College & Young AdultCollege Students and Young Adults, we have programs for you too! Contact Megan to get involved. |
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| Music MinistryUUMC is proud of its rich tradition of outstanding music. We offer opportunities for anyone, of any age or skill level. To get involved, contact AV. |
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| Continuing Adult EducationUUMC provides a variety of Sunday School groups, classes, and mission and justice ministries. Contact Pastor Earl to learn more. |
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| Worship & AdministrationThere are a lot of moving parts to operate this wonderful place. If you'd like to learn more or potentially volunteer, contact Pastor Teresa. |
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