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| Talent Show
September 13 | 12:30 pm | Fellowship Hall
We have a fantastic line-up of talented UUMC folks this Sunday—it's gonna be a great show! We still need some volunteers to bring some food for the potluck! If you are able to make something—or just grab something from HEB!—please sign-up to help make this event a success. AV is also still accepting acts! Sign up to share your talent here! |
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| UUMC MasterClassSeptember 15 | 7 pm | LibraryWhat happens when some of the finest teachers in our congregation bring their compelling lectures beyond the classroom? You get UUMC MasterClass. Our next lecture will be from John Bridges. His lecture will be a practical and hands-on… Read More |
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| UUMC Ministry FairSeptember 27 | 12 pm | Fellowship Hall
It's that time of year again where we celebrate all the wonderful ministries of UUMC and eat some pie! Each of our ministries will be on display and will compete in a friendly little pie competition. Stop by, bring a pie to share, learn how to get involved, and eat… Read More |
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| Worship Sunday @ 11 amScripture: John 13:34-35 and I John 4:7-8; 11-12
Join us for worship for a very special Family Sunday as we recognize children receiving their 2nd Grade Bibles, recognize acolytes, and bless youth beginning their confirmation journey. The scripture readings are John 13:34-35 and I John 4:7-8; 11-12. Pastor Teresa’s sermon “Love Boldly” begins a short three week sermon series on The UMC’s new vision statement that includes the challenge to Love Boldly, Serve Joyfully, and Lead Courageously. The Sanctuary Choir sings “O Love”, text by George Matheson and music by Elaine Hagenberg. We also begin an intentional focus on our Commitment to Service and welcome Tom Hansen who will speak about his commitment to serving as a children’s Godly Play Sunday School teacher. Our Commitment to Service emphasis culminates on Sunday, September 27 with our annual Mission Fair & Pie Competition. |
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| “The United Methodist Church forms disciples of Jesus Christ, who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously in local communities and worldwide connections. This vision statement complements the Church’s longstanding mission statement, inspired by Matthew 28:1-20: “The mission of The United Methodist Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.” – The United Methodist Church’s new vision statement Learn More |
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| | Staffing Update: Campus Ministry Director
The Committee on Campus Ministry is delighted to share this joyful news: following a thoughtful search and discernment process, we have selected Eva McNabb (they/them) to serve as UUMC’s new Director of Campus Ministry!
Throughout the search process, we were deeply impressed by Eva’s enthusiasm for ministry with college students, their gifts for building relationships and creating community, and their vision for nurturing our campus ministry as a place where all are welcome. Eva brings warmth, liveliness, theological depth, and a genuine excitement about accompanying students as they explore faith, life, and community. We are grateful and hopeful for what this new chapter will bring. |
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| | Eva is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity degree at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary and is in the ordination process with the United Church of Christ, but remains dedicated to ecumenical and interfaith collaboration. Prior to seminary, Eva worked as the Campus Minister at Elizabeth Seton High School in Bladensburg, MD, and led Bible study and music programs as an undergraduate in the campus ministry at St. Edward's University. This past year, they completed their supervised practice of ministry at Trinity Church of Austin, a dually affiliated UMC and UCC congregation. This year, as they continue their degree program part-time, Eva will also serve UUMC part-time in this new role. |
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We are especially excited to welcome Eva at a time when we are imagining new possibilities for our ministry with students and our relationship with the wider university community. Campus ministry has long been an important part of UUMC’s identity and calling, and we look forward to seeing how this ministry will continue to deepen and grow with Eva’s leadership and with the support of our whole congregation.
We are grateful to everyone who has supported our campus ministry and participated in this search and discernment process. Most of all, we are excited to welcome Eva into the UUMC community and to begin this next chapter together.
Please join us in giving Eva a warm UUMC welcome!
The Committee on Campus Ministry
Tom Caven, Staff-Parish Relations Committee Chair
Chad E. Seales
Casey Smith
David Woodruff
Pastors
Teresa Welborn
Earl Kim
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| UUMC Votes
Volunteer Deputy Registrars: There a still a few spots left to help register students and others to vote at the corner of 24th and Guadalupe! Visit our webpage at uumc.org/uumcvotes to learn more and sign up. |
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| Events of other great organizations/churches around us! |
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| Justice For Our Neighbors Homecoming Gala
The annual Austin Region Justice For Our Neighbors (ARJFON) fundraiser and gala is Sunday, September 27 at 5pm. ARJFON is a non-profit law office, that welcomes refugees and immigrants into our communities by providing free, high-quality immigration legal services, education, and advocacy. UUMC and many of its members have a strong tradition of supporting JFON. Learn more and purchase tickets on their website. If you are interested in attending with other UUMC members, contact ARJFON Board Member, Paul Harper at paul.harper@mac.com. |
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September Sermon Series
begins September 13 | 11 amLearn More |
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Family Sunday Celebration
September 13 | 11 amLearn More |
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Juniors: Community Time
September 13 | 12 pmLearn More |
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Religious Organizations Fair
September 14 | 5 pmLearn More |
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Guest Preacher: Rev. Dr. Robert Lopez
September 20 | 11 amLearn More |
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Tween: Learning Project
September 20 | 12:30 pmLearn More |
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Youth: Learning Project
September 20 | 12:30 pmLearn More |
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Parents of Trans/Non-Binary Kids
September 20 | 12:30 pmLearn More |
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Middle School Lock-In
September 20 | 12:30 pmLearn More |
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Queer Fellowship: First Fridays
October 2 | 6:30 pmLearn More |
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High School: Escape Room
October 3 | 6 pmLearn More |
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Middle School: Scavenger Hunt
October 4 | 12 pmLearn More |
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| | Fig Leaf Needs
Our Fig Leaf team is noticing some gaps in the closet. If you have any gently-used men’s shirts (Large and up preferred!), shorts, backpacks or shoes that you’re looking to get rid of, consider donating them to Fig Leaf! |
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On Sunday, Pastor Earl gathered UT Austin students, professors, and faculty together for a kickoff lunch! It was such a joy to get all these wonderful people in a room together as they start a new school year. We were also able to share our leftovers with West Campus Collective who distributes meals to fellow students. |
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