Upcoming Events
From fun, community building activities to educational and spiritual growth opportunities, there are always great events happening at UUMC. If you want to stay in the loop about upcoming events, sign up for our newsletters!
Joining Sunday
Are you visiting our church for a while and considering joining as a member? Here is a great opportunity for you to do it with others who would also like to join UUMC as members.
On May 17th and 24th, we will celebrate the joining of new members as a group. So please don't hesitate to reach out to pastor Earl—pastorearl@uumc.org—if you are interested or if you want to know more about the meaning of membership and the process.
Youth: Summer Shareholders
The youth are fundraising for their summer trips.
Our high schoolers are going on a civil rights road trip. The middle schoolers will be going on an education justice mission trip.
Shareholders are invited to donate to these adventures by buying $10 “shares” in the Youth Ministry. At the end of the summer, all shareholders are invited to join us for a pasta lunch where the youth will share details about their trips.
Questions? Want to learn more? Email Natasha at natasha@uumc.org.
What Do We Stand For?
First adopted by the 1972 General Conference, the Social Principles articulate Methodists’ ethical aspirations for the common good in our public policies and personal commitments. The 2025-2028 Social Principles especially address global social concerns, reflecting the diverse contexts of the worldwide church.
Pastor Teresa and Earl would like to explore with you what’s new in Social Principles and what we stand for as a Methodist church that does not separate love of God from love of neighbor, worship and personal holiness from working for holiness in society. Contact Pastor Earl—pastorearl@uumc.org—with any questions!
An Extra Joyful Noise
On this last Sunday of May, join the Sanctuary Choir as we lift up several special choral anthems interspersed with congregational singing in a celebration of God's gift of music. Don't miss your chance to enjoy the choir's offerings in worship before they take a well earned summer break. Let's make an extra joyful noise!
Land and Legacy Update
Join us after worship in Fellowship Hall as we continue our discussion around property discernment. Land & Legacy members will be there to speak to survey responses we received from the congregation and talk a bit more about the opinion of value we've received from CBRE.
Please note: A hybrid (Zoom) option is not available for this event.
Questions? Contact Chad at chad@uumc.org.
Youth: Summer Shareholders
The youth are fundraising for their summer trips.
Our high schoolers are going on a civil rights road trip. The middle schoolers will be going on an education justice mission trip.
Shareholders are invited to donate to these adventures by buying $10 “shares” in the Youth Ministry. At the end of the summer, all shareholders are invited to join us for a pasta lunch where the youth will share details about their trips.
Questions? Want to learn more? Email Natasha at natasha@uumc.org.
Queer Choir
All are invited to join a Pop-Up Queer Choir! We'll rehearse and capture our final product as a video to share with friends and family at the end of rehearsal. The Quire is then invited to lead music in worship on Sunday 6/7 at 11 AM. Join us to sing songs of hope & joy in this safe affinity space of music making!
RSVPs, while not required, can help us plan!
If you have any questions, email AV at av@uumc.org.
Vacation Church Camp
This year, Wesley Falls is focused on fortifying our supply of empathy and kindness. We’ll learn all about Wesley Fall Provisions- all the things we need to know to take care of our spirits. When we take care of ourselves, it's easier to be our best selves. Our daily essentials, or we might even say daily bread, are gratitude, curiosity, creativity, celebration and community. Some of the most important provisions we need to feel whole, to be resilient, and to be great neighbors. We hope to see you there! Aftercare available for extra fee.
Volunteers needed! Please reach out to jillian@uumc.org if you're interested.
Parents of Trans & Non-Binary Kids
Parents of Trans and Non-Binary Children will gather on Sunday, June 14 following worship for lunch and a time of sharing.
Contact Youth and Community Life Director Natasha Ulack at Natasha@uumc.org for time, location or if you have any other questions.
Middle School Mission Trip
We will be attending the Be the Neighbor- Education Justice, Ft Worth, TX, this year with our current 6th-8th graders. Our middle schoolers will learn about and participate in service projects related to education justice. We'll spend an extra day on Friday exploring the DFW area, and head back on Saturday.
Questions? Email Natasha at natasha@uumc.org.
Tenor & Bass Choir Rehearsal
Rehearsal: Wednesday 6/24 from 7-9 PM
Lead Worship Music: Sunday 6/28 call at 10, Service at 11 AM
All Tenors & Basses are invited to join this Pop-Up Choir! Bring your whole self to sing the rousing, community building anthem "Do Not Leave Your Cares at the Door" by Elizabeth Alexander. One rehearsal, one service- come for community and song :)
Questions? Contact AV!
Pride Picnic at Pease Park featuring the UUMC Choir
Join UUMC at the Pease Park Pride Picnic!
Pease Park Conservancy and Future Front Texas are hosting a Pride Picnic at Pease Park! There will be art installations, community resources, crafts, vendors, food and music. This is an all ages event full of fun opportunities for outreach and joy- wear your fave UUMC shirt or gay regalia and come join in the fun!
AV and our Queer Choir will lead a Sing-A-Long at noon that you won’t want to miss.
We will have a booth at the picnic to share about all the opportunities at UUMC. To make this work, we’ll need YOUR help! If you love meeting new people and UUMC: sign up to help here!
For more information about the picnic, including parking information, visit their website.
Treble Choir Rehearsal
Rehearsal: Wednesday 7/1 from 7-9 PM
Lead Worship Music: Sunday 7/5 call at 10, Service at 11 AM
All Sopranos & Altos are invited to join this Pop-Up Treble Choir! Sing Z. Randall Stroope's vibrant, emotionally evocative setting of "Psalm 23" with esteemed local musicians- flautist Kenzie Slottow & pianist Dr. EunJoo Fierro. Don't miss this special choral opportunity to be immersed in treble energy. One rehearsal, one service- come for community and song :)
Questions? Contact AV!
Juniors' Summer Camp
All UUMC Kinder-3rd graders are invited to join us at the church for a week of service, SEL, crafts, games, and more. We will have a short walking field trip a couple of days. This camp is designed for our UUMC kids to get to know their church friends. Email jillian@uumc.org if you're interested!
Family Choir Rehearsal
Rehearsal & Hang-Out: Saturday 7/11 from 2-3 PM at Batch Kolache!
Lead Worship Music: Sunday 7/12 call at 10:30, Service at 11 AM
Everyone is invited to join this Family Friendly Pop-Up Choir! Come see what your loved ones love about choir, and join us in song! Grab a coffee and a snack and enjoy easy music presented accessibly for all ages and ability levels- just a fun little party with a piano.
Questions? Contact AV!
High School Mission Trip
High schoolers are hitting the road for a nine-day civil rights road trip through the South. We will visit memorials, museums, and landmarks significant to black history in the United States.
Questions? Contact Natasha at natasha@uumc.org.
Level Up Camp
This camp is made just for our tweens (4th and 5th) and young Middle Schoolers (6th and 7th) to get to know our new crew. We'll have a service project at the church every morning and a fun adventure every afternoon. The cost is $170/ kiddo for the week. This includes snacks, lunch and all adventures. Can't wait to see you there!
Ready to RSVP? Have Questions? Contact: Jillian (Tweens) or Natasha (Middle Schoolers)
Tween & Youth: Environmental Care
Tweens (4th & 5th graders) and Youth (6th - 12th graders): join Jillian and Natasha for an awesome learning and service day. We will plant trees and learn about edible plants in our area of Texas. Lunch provided!
Youth: Summer Shareholders
The youth are fundraising for their summer trips.
Our high schoolers are going on a civil rights road trip. The middle schoolers will be going on an education justice mission trip.
Shareholders are invited to donate to these adventures by buying $10 “shares” in the Youth Ministry. At the end of the summer, all shareholders are invited to join us for a pasta lunch where the youth will share details about their trips.
Questions? Want to learn more? Email Natasha at natasha@uumc.org.
Senior Sunday
We would like to recognize all our graduating High School Seniors during the service with a small gift and a moment in front of the congregation. Parents of Seniors, please reach out to Natasha to help us prepare for this special event.
Joining Sunday
Are you visiting our church for a while and considering joining as a member? Here is a great opportunity for you to do it with others who would also like to join UUMC as members.
On May 17th and 24th, we will celebrate the joining of new members as a group. So please don't hesitate to reach out to pastor Earl—pastorearl@uumc.org—if you are interested or if you want to know more about the meaning of membership and the process.
Guest Preacher: Rev. Dr. Eunbee Ham
Please join us for worship as we welcome our guest preacher, Rev. Dr. Eunbee Ham, and celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month together. Rev. Dr. Ham currently serves Madison Square Presbyterian Church in downtown San Antonio.
About Rev. Dr. Ham
Born in South Korea to Presbyterian missionary parents, Eunbee spent much of her childhood living interculturally, including in the Philippines and Mexico. After receiving her MDiv and MA in Youth Ministry at Princeton Theological Seminary, she felt called to ministry in underprivileged communities in Mozambique, South Africa, Brazil, and Korea. She earned her doctorate in Pastoral Counseling at Emory University, where her research explored how race, class, culture, gender, and spirituality affect identity formation.
In a time when many feel disillusioned with religion, Pastor Eunbee feels passionate about welcoming those who identify as “spiritual but not religious” and helping people heal from religious trauma. She approaches the Christian gospel in fresh and creative ways, paying particular attention to social justice issues and mental health. Approaching worship through the curious, playful, and joyous experience of children, she seeks their participation as learners and teachers in the worshiping life of a faith community.
In her spare time, Pastor Eunbee loves watching Korean dramas, journaling, dancing, hiking, and exploring new cafes with her spouse, Chwi (pronounced “Chi”).
Caregivers Support Group
The Caregivers Support Group will meet via Zoom on the Second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm. It is a safe place for persons to gather and share confidentially about the joys and challenges of caregiving. This group is facilitated by Pastor Teresa. Please reach out to her at PastorTeresa@uumc.org if you have any questions or concerns.
Youth: Summer Shareholders
The youth are fundraising for their summer trips.
Our high schoolers are going on a civil rights road trip. The middle schoolers will be going on an education justice mission trip.
Shareholders are invited to donate to these adventures by buying $10 “shares” in the Youth Ministry. At the end of the summer, all shareholders are invited to join us for a pasta lunch where the youth will share details about their trips.
Questions? Want to learn more? Email Natasha at natasha@uumc.org.
Bluegrass Sunday
Join us for one of our most popular Sundays of the year—Bluegrass Sunday!
This year our Bluegrass band will feature familiar UUMC faces, including Tom Caven, Paul Harper, George Sani, and AV. Let's lift up a song with guitar and banjo!
Questions? Contact AV at av@uumc.org!
Queer Fellowship: Coffee & Chat
Join us for a Queer Fellowship Coffee & Kolach at Batch! Come and go from 10:30-12:30, low-key vibes. Share what you loved about the year and any dreams you have for Queer Fellowship in '26-'27!
Hope to see you there! Questions? Contact AV @ alicia@uumc.org.
Youth: Summer Shareholders
The youth are fundraising for their summer trips.
Our high schoolers are going on a civil rights road trip. The middle schoolers will be going on an education justice mission trip. Our whole youth group will gather together for a Service Trip in Corpus Christi.
Shareholders are invited to donate to these adventures by buying $10 “shares” in the Youth Ministry. At the end of the summer, all shareholders are invited to join us for a pasta lunch where the youth will share details about their trips.
Questions? Want to learn more? Email Natasha at natasha@uumc.org.
Joint Sunday School with Felicia Martin, President of Texas Freedom Network
Join us as we welcome Felicia Martin, President and Executive Director of the Texas Freedom Network. Martin will provide an overview of the organization's mission and current efforts, including their critical work with the State Board of Education. She will offer clear, actionable ways for congregants to get involved and make an impact.
Felicia Martin is the President and Executive Director of the Texas Freedom Network, bringing nearly two decades of experience in advocacy, strategy, and movement building. She has led impactful work across civic engagement, mental health, college access, and youth organizing, with a deep commitment to equity and progressive change in Texas. A seasoned leader and coalition-builder, Felicia is driven by a bold vision for a more inclusive and just democracy.
Questions? Contact Pastor Earl at pastorearl@uumc.org.
Methodism 101
Sundays
April 26 - May 10
Would you like to learn more about the United Methodist Church and Methodism—its history, core beliefs, mission, and structure? Pastor Earl will be leading a three-week Sunday School class and everyone is welcome to attend. The class will meet during the Sunday School hour from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. in the Heath Conference Room in the Educational Building—located on the second floor of the Education Building at the end of the hall on the right side.
Questions? Contact Pastor Earl at PastorEarl@uumc.org
Teen & Young Adult Choir Rehearsal
High School, College, and Young Adult Singers are invited to this one rehearsal pop-up choir! We will sing Eric Barnum's ethereal piece "Dawn"! Singers are recommended to take a look and listen to music before this rehearsal- tracks and music can be found here!
Questions? Contact AV!
*RSVPs are helpful as we plan, but is not required.
Family Camping Trip
Happy Family Camping Trip! Come for the weekend or come for the day, whatever works for your family. Food arrangements will be made once we have a final headcount. Can't wait to see you there!
Questions? Contact Jillian at jillian@uumc.org!
Tween Time - Kayak Adventure
Tweens (4th & 5th graders): Meet Jillian at church! We'll eat lunch together at P Terry's, then walk together to kayak on Lake Austin, please bring water bottle and $10! Pick up at 3pm at the church!
Questions? Ready to RSVP? Email Jillian at jillian@uumc.org.
Newcomers Brunch
Are you new to UUMC and want to know more about the church? We’d love to chat with you and share some of the great things happening in our church! Join us for a simple breakfast, meet other newcomers, hear some stories from recently joined members, and have a Q&A with Pastors Teresa and Earl
We’ll meet in Heath Conference Room located on the second floor of the Education Building at the end of the hall on the right.
No RSVP necessary, just come as you are. If you have any questions, you can email Pastor Earl at PastorEarl@uumc.org.
MYF - Kayak Adventure
All middle and high school youth are welcome to join us for our annual Kayak and PTerrys dinner on Lady Bird Lake. Drop-off & pick-up at Texas Rowing Center. The cost is $15 each. Cash or Venmo (@natasha-ulack).
Questions? Want to RSVP? Email Natasha at natasha@uumc.org.
Writers' Group
For the last few months, on Wednesday afternoons, about 3 - 6 of us have met in the Church Library, from 1 - 3 p.m., to write. It provides a nice, quiet, regular place to just sit down and write, a place where, once you’re there, the “What I ought to be doing’s” might have a little less persuasion in keeping you from getting something written down. If you’d like to join us, please do. And, if you’d have any questions, please contact me, Mark Jones (512-749-3898), or Christy Moore (deebuss@gmail.com).
Caregivers Support Group
The Caregivers Support Group will meet via Zoom on the Second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm. It is a safe place for persons to gather and share confidentially about the joys and challenges of caregiving.
Second Monday Mahjong
Second Monday Mahjong is a fun way to get to know wonderful people you might not otherwise meet. This is an open group for any gender or age. We welcome new people of all skill levels at any time. If you are able, bring a side, snack, or a drink to share, but don't let it be a barrier to your participation.
Questions? Want to learn more? Contact Natasha at natasha@uumc.org.
Sound Bath
Join yoga teacher Chris Leigh for a sound bath event in our chapel. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed or simply seeking solace, sound can assist meditation, relaxation and self-compassion.
Chris received her Hatha teaching certification under the guidance of her beloved teacher Sat Nam Joti Kaur Khalsi at the Blue Cypress School Of Holism in Wimberley Texas and has been teaching for a decade.
Questions? Contact Pastor Teresa at PastorTeresa@uumc.org.
Sermon Series: Stations of the Resurrection
This sermon series carries us from the Sunday after Easter through May 3 where we will encounter the resurrected Christ appearing to the disciples. From Doubting Thomas and the Road to Emmaus to Jesus cooking breakfast for his friends, we will discover love is found in being present to the pain of this world and find hidden treasures of joy and beauty along the way that cause us to sing "Alleluia, anyway!"
Moms of Emerging Adults
Mothers of college and soon-to-be college students, recent graduates and young adults are invited to an afternoon of connecting and fellowship at the home of Dori Ross.
For more information, contact Julia Hoke, juliahoke1975@gmail.com or Kathy Green, kathygreen@live.com.
College Ministry Movie Night: Jesus Christ Superstar
College students please join us for our annual Easter showing of Jesus Christ Superstar with dinner and Easter candy!
Contact Megan—motto@uumc.org—with any questions!
Easter Festival
Join us for our Annual Easter Festival at UUMC full of fun and fellowship. There will be an Easter Egg Hunt, facepainting, games and prizes, the best potluck ever in the fellowship hall and much more. Mark your calendars now!
Easter Sunday
Join us for worship Easter Sunday as we celebrate the joy and hope of Christ's resurrection
We will celebrate Holy Communion and hear a reading of Matthew 28:1-10. Pastor Teresa's sermon is "Alleluia, Anyway!" The Sanctuary Choir will sing “And Are We Yet Alive?” by Mark Miller. Come to worship and plan to stay for the Easter Festival and a time of food, fun and fellowship.
Easter “Sunrise” Service
Join us for worship Easter Sunday as we celebrate the joy and hope of Christ's resurrection
We will celebrate Holy Communion and hear a reading of Matthew 28:1-10. Pastor Teresa's sermon is "Alleluia, Anyway!" The Sanctuary Choir will sing “And Are We Yet Alive?” by Mark Miller. Come to worship and plan to stay for the Easter Festival and a time of food, fun and fellowship.
Parents' Night Out - April
Treat your kids to a fun night out with friends at UUMC! We'll have Spring and Easter-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!
Youth: Easter Prep & Pizza
Please help us get ready for the Easter Festival during Parents’ Night Out. Set up booths, decorate, and fill some eggs. Pizza dinner provided.
Contact Natasha if you can make it!