Sunday Morning Worship
In-person Service 11 am
Online Service @ 11 am
UUMC has been sharing the unconditional love of God and justice in action in the heart of Austin and throughout the world since 1887. UUMC is affiliated with Reconciling Ministries Network, affirming the call of the gospel of Jesus Christ to be in ministry with all people of all races, gender identities, sexualities, ages, immigration status, and physical conditions. At the beginning of every worship service we say these words: No matter who you are and no matter where you are on your faith journey or life journey, you are welcome here!
In-person Service
Services at 11 am in our sanctuary
Our in-person service is a traditional service with sanctuary filling organ music. While references to God in traditional prayers and hymns may sometimes be gender-specific. As we pray and sing together, you are invited to substitute terms that reflect your understanding of the full inclusiveness of the spirit of God. You are also invited to sing hymns in your native tongue.
* We’d love for you to register your attendance in the registration booklets at the end of every pew so that we can follow up and welcome you. If you would like to request prayer, please share your concern on the space available at the end of the registration page. Our clergy team is available to you and their contact information can be found here.
* We welcome children to remain with their families during worship. We all benefit from an intergenerational setting and we believe God put the wiggle and giggle in children. For those more comfortable with having their children in childcare, it is available from 9am-12:15pm. Children of all ages are invited to join Jillian after the children’s sermon at the 11AM Sanctuary service.
* Sunday school is drop-in friendly. You can learn more about the different classes for children, youth and adults here.
* References to God in traditional prayers and hymns may sometimes be gender-specific. As we pray and sing together, you are invited to substitute terms that reflect your understanding of the full inclusiveness of the spirit of God. You are also invited to sing hymns and speak parts of the services, such as the Lord’s Prayer, in your native tongue.
Accessibility
University UMC’s historic Sanctuary, built in 1909, is accessible to all people regardless of physical abilities. We have a wheelchair ramp at the south entrance of the Sanctuary on 24th Street. To access, please drive through the alley, from north to south, or from 25th Street to 24th Street, stop at the southeast corner of the church and let people in wheelchairs or walkers out of the car. The ramp is a few feet away from this corner. You will be entering through the south entrance of the Sanctuary on 24th Street. Also, an area of the church parking lot adjacent to Heinsohn Hall is reserved at all times for use by persons of limited mobility. An elevator serving all four floors of our Heinsohn Hall educational building is located to the right of the entrance from the parking lot.
Childcare
University UMC wants Sunday mornings to be the best part of every child’s week. Our excellent team of caregivers provides a safe, warm and loving environment for babies through toddlers during our worship services and Sunday morning classes. We make every effort to promote positive feelings about church and being part of God’s family—not just for children in our care, but also for parents. Parents are required to sign their children into and out of the nursery to ensure security. Have a question we didn't answer?
Parking
We’ve got plenty of free Sunday parking in three designated lots, as well as in metered spaces on the street.
UUMC Parking Lot: Located on the southeast corner of 25th and Guadalupe street adjacent to Heinsohn Hall. On Sundays, these spaces are reserved for persons with limited mobility. You might see a "no parking" or "towing enforced" sign but trust us, if it's Sunday morning you'll be safe to park there. Also, please ignore any of the "U's" or "E's" in each parking spot. Those only mean something during the week.
Platinum Parking Lot: Located on the southwest corner of 25th Street and Guadalupe street. This lot is free to UUMC members and visitors during church services and special events, such as funerals.
UT San Antonio Garage: Located at the southwest corner of 25th and San Antonio street, directly behind the Platinum Parking Lot. Parking is free on Sunday mornings for UUMC members and visitors however, you'll need to pull a ticket and get it validated at our front office.
On Sunday mornings, UUMC provides a uniformed police officer to assist pedestrians. On weekdays, limited parking is available in the church lot adjacent to Heinsohn Hall. Towing is enforced on weekdays.
Online Service
Services premiere at 11 am on our YouTube Channel
Our online services strive to be more intimate even though we are worshipping apart. You can choose join our online chat community if you watch them when they premiere on our YouTube channel at 11 am, or watch them anytime after at your convenience.