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 | Tuesday Night Lights: John Wesley’s Sermons through a Rainbow Lens
**NEW DATES**January 28 - February 25 | 7 pmHybrid - Library or ZoomAre you interested in exploring John Wesley’s sermons and discovering how they are still relevant to us as Methodists for full inclusion and social justice? In this 5-week class, we will read Wesley’s core sermons guided by Queering Wesley, Queering the Church by Keegan Osinski. Together, we will reflect on how the spirit of Methodism can continue to shape our faith and practice in the 21st Century and how the legacy of Wesleyan holiness can inspire an expansive openness to the love and grace of God in queer Christian lives. |
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 | Thursday Morning Lesson: Short Stories & Lasting Wisdomreturns January 16 | 10 amHybrid - Library & ZoomJoin us for a good story and rich conversation. Each class begins with a short story from diverse literature of the East and the West, followed by reflection and discussion. We will also explore some comparable Biblical passages and uncover meaningful lessons to apply to our lives. Contact Pastor Earl with any questions. |
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 | Martin Luther King Jr. MarchJanuary 20 | 8:45 amAll are invited to the annual Community March! This year the schedule for the march is different than in years past. The MLK Community March kicks off on Monday, January 20, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. on the south steps of the State Capitol for a rally. We will meet at the church's main parking lot at 8:45a.m. and at 9 a.m. will begin walking to the Capitol. You are also free to come to the Capitol on your own - we'll have our church sign and you can look for us there. At the conclusion of the program, participants will march to Huston-Tillotson University for the MLK Festival. You can read more about the event details on their website. |
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 | Queer Fellowship: Coffee & ChatJanuary 18 | 11 amBatch Craft Beer & Kolache 3220 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78723Join us for a family friendly intergenerational hang at Batch Kolache, this place has delicious treats for all ages, and a large space to run and play for littles (weather permitting). Hope to see you there! |
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 | Tween Lock-InJanuary 17 | 5 pm - January 18 | 10 amAll 4th and 5th graders are invited to meet us at the church on Friday night at 5pm. We will walk to Kerby Lane for dinner and then to the UT underground for bowling. We will head back to the church for snacks and a movie. Everyone will sleep in the youth room so please bring a sleeping bag and pillow. We will serve at Open Door on Saturday morning and parents can pick up at 11am. Can't wait! |
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 | CPR & First-Aid TrainingJanuary 26 | 12:30 - 2:30 pmUUMC is hosting a CPR & First-Aid Training class for some of our staff and have a few extra spots open! For $30 you can join us for the class, and a light lunch will be provided. We only have 15 spots available, so register ASAP! |
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Service of Worship Sunday @ 11 amScripture: Luke 3:15-17, 21-22This Sunday is Baptism of The Lord Sunday. We’ll hear the account of Jesus’ baptism from the Gospel of Luke and participate in a remembrance of baptism where all will be invited to renew the commitments made at their baptism or to anticipate their baptism. We will also have a special prayer for all the elected leaders and volunteers. This will include a time of giving thanks to Barbara Mason as she concludes her service as Lay Leader and a blessing of Jeremy Selvidge as he begins his service as Lay Leader. Last Sunday was Epiphany Sunday and we still have some Star Words for those who want one. A Star Word is a prayer practice connected to Epiphany and the new year that has been growing in popularity. The idea is that intention words, or guiding words, are written or printed on pieces of paper for individuals to take. Individuals are often encouraged to place their star word somewhere they will see it regularly throughout the year to allow consistent reflection on how God has moved through, around, or in connection to that word. You can read more on our website. |
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Blessing for Remembering our Baptism by Pastor Teresa This water comes with words Claiming & naming Promising & asking These words tell of work to be done Resisting evil and injustice In all its forms white supremacy and racism Touch your forehead and remember This is our work This is my work |
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UUMC Foundation Gives $125,000 To ChurchThe Finance Committee will be meeting soon to finalize the 2025 budget. We are grateful for the generosity of our members and visitors who pledged in the Fall 2024 Stewardship Campaign. In addition, the UUMC Foundation, a 501(c)(3) tax exempt nonprofit corporation, provides support to UUMC through annual distributions. At its December meeting, the UUMC Foundation board approved a $125,000 gift to the church. We are grateful!
We are fortunate to have the foundation and its ongoing support. Ever since its creation in 1962, the foundation has received gifts enabling UUMC's vision and ministries to continue and thrive. Among those committed to the foundation and UUMC were Drs. Marie and Albert Tisdale, whose foresight and generosity led to a gift in 2012 that keeps on giving. Of this year’s foundation gift, $21,564 came from earnings from the Tisdales’ gift.
The foundation welcomes gifts of any size and at any time. Many donors make gifts in honor or memory of a loved one. Others include the foundation as a beneficiary in their estate planning or make lifetime or year-end contributions. If you have any questions about the foundation or would like to visit about giving, contact Director of Finance Cindy Reeves or Senior Pastor Teresa Welborn. You can also visit the donation page on the website and select "Memorials" to give a gift in memory of someone that will go to The Foundation. |
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Texas Impact Postcard CampaignTexas Impact is a non-profit that includes People of Faith who are Working for Justice. Texas Impact is currently asking people of faith to write postcards to their legislators regarding the current abortion ban. As it reads on their website: |
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“Texans don’t have to agree on every abortion question to know that pregnant patients deserve the best care, and doctors deserve respect. Texas legislators should fix Texas’ abortion laws so they reflect our shared Texas values.
Unfortunately, many lawmakers are unwilling to acknowledge the Texas abortion ban goes too far. Women are risking death and lifelong health problems from pregnancy complications, while other women are afraid to get pregnant for fear they can’t get help if something goes wrong." |
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| College Ministry Dinner returns 1/12 | 5:30 pm |
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| Short Stories and Lasting Wisdomreturns 1/16 | 10 am |
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| Queer Fellowship: Coffee & Chat1/17 | 5 pm |
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| Confirmation Retreat1/19 | 8 am |
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| TNL: John Wesley’s Sermons through a Rainbow Lensbegins 1/21 | 7 pm |
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| MYF & Tween Time: Game On! Night2/1 | 5 pm |
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| Our Whole Lives Sex Education:4th & 5th Gradebegins 2/2 | 12 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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