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 | Lunch & Learn: Food Insecurity on UT CampusFebruary 23 | 12:15 pmFood insecurity while in college can detrimentally impact students’ academic performance and well-being. According to the fall 2023 National College Health Assessment, 43.7% of UT students have experienced some form of food insecurity, and 19.7% of those students experienced very low food security. Dr. Chad Seales, Associate Professor of Religious Studies, and Brian F. Bolton, Distinguished Professor in Secular Studies, will provide insights into the current food insecurity situation on campus, share with us the recent efforts to address this challenge, and discuss how we, as a congregation, can help support these initiatives. |
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 | Pancake DinnerMarch 4 | 5:30 - 7:30 pmCome celebrate Shrove Tuesday with pancakes–gluten-free and red velvet included–and other breakfast goodies. ALL are welcome- bring your beads and empty stomachs! |
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 | Ash WednesdayMarch 5 | 12:15 & 7 pmWe begin our Lenten journey with Ash Wednesday. Lent is a time of remembering Jesus’ journey to the cross and a reminder of our deep dependence upon God and God’s continuous invitation to turn away from sin and towards God and others in love.
We have two worship services on Ash Wednesday. A 12:15 pm service will take place in the chapel and will include scripture, readings, special music and imposition of ashes.
A 7 pm service will take place in the sanctuary. Worshipers are invited to gather in the courtyard at 7 pm for a brief ritual of burning last year’s Palm branches led by Pastor Earl. If you still have yours from last year you are encouraged to bring them! Gathering music will begin at 7 pm in the sanctuary, so worshipers not participating in the ritual of burning the branches can enter the sanctuary for a time of reflection prior to the start of the service. The evening Ash Wednesday service is designed by campus ministry directors Megan Otto and Rev. David McMinn, Director of the UT Wesley Foundation. |
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 | Tuesday Night Lights: Our Hearts Were Strangely LukewarmMarch 4 - April 8 | 7 pm | Library or ZoomJoin us for a six-session study on Emeritus Pastor John Elford’s book Our Hearts Were Strangely Lukewarm: The American Methodist Church and the Struggle with White Supremacy. This study, presented by the General Commission on Religion and Race of The United Methodist Church, will be facilitated by Pastors John and Earl. We will have a chance to reflect on the many ways that anti-Black racism in our history has harmed our Black neighbors and hurt our witness and mission as a church. We will also shine a light on how some Methodist Christians preached the prophetic gospel of inclusion and the hope of the Beloved Community. Join us in person or on Zoom! |
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Service of Worship Sunday @ 11 amScripture: Luke 6:27-38Join us for worship this Sunday! This week’s service will be full of celebration as we welcome new members Peter and Andrea Lewis and celebrate Andrea’s baptism and the baptism of their children Laurette, Pearce, and Eoin. The Sanctuary Choir will sing “Fences” by André Thomase and we’ll conclude the sermon series “Called to Compassion.” Pastor Teresa will be preaching a brief homily on the challenging scripture passage from Luke 6:27-38 where Jesus calls us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us. Her sermon title is “Compassion for Enemies: What Did Jesus Really Mean?” The service will also include the Prayer of St. Francis and we will sing “This is Our Song” as one of the congregational hymns. |
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What if we make the inward journey our starting point? What if we recognize that our engagement in politics should be rooted in our participation in the Trinitarian flow of God’s love? Then everything changes. We are no longer guided or constrained by what we think is politically possible, but are compelled by what we know is most real. – Father Richard Rohr |
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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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Advocacy DayJoin Texas Freedom Network and Just Texas for our Advocacy Day on Wednesday, April 2, at the Texas Capitol! This is an important opportunity for activists, people of faith, students, and teachers alike to come together as a unified community and advocate for the issues that matter most to progressive Texans. |
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| Whether you’re new to our movement or a seasoned advocate, your voice matters. We’ll provide you with all the training and resources you need to engage with lawmakers effectively and make a lasting impact.
Together, we can advocate for a state where every person, no matter who they are or where they come from, feels safe and supported.
Please register by March 3! |
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Interfaith Advocates and FriendsJoin Texas Impact for a time of spiritual support and sharing with interfaith colleagues working for justice. We will meet weekly on Zoom Thursday evenings at 8:00, CST beginning on March 6, 2025. All are welcome! Click here to register. |
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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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| 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 Sorting3/9 | 12 pm |
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| Youth: Service Lock-In3/14 | 5 pm |
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| Queer Fellowship: Happy Hour3/14 | 6 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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