Last week, we discussed how our partnerships with Congregational Church of Austin (CCA) and University Christian Church (UCC) might be further strengthened toward a greater shared ministry in a broad conversation. As an extension of that discussion, about 30 UBC members met on Sunday morning to continue our series of church-wide...
Good afternoon, everyone! It’s that time of year again! Special Music Sunday! Maybe I’m biased (I absolutely am), but these are some of my favorite Sundays. This week, you will get to hear an exuberant piece of music. Jubilate Deo composed by Dan Forrest. And, as far as I know,...
For years the Congregational Church of Austin, University Christian Church, and University Baptist Church have cooperated on shared ministries, including our combined youth program, Labyrinth, and Micah 6. On Sunday morning representatives from all three churches met in our Fellowship Hall to consider this question: What are the opportunities for...
As many of you know, our church runs a benevolence program with generous gifts you give to the church. In addition to the offering we collect on communion Sunday, we have a small budget line that helps to contribute to this fund (sidenote: if you’ve ever wondered why your beloved...
I wish you all could have been at UCC as we celebrated Youth Sunday this week. This worship service is one of my favorites of the year. The youth lead every aspect of worship — prayer, readings, communion, preaching. It is like a balm to the soul of those who...
Church Family, I just spent five amazing days exploring some of the most beautiful places our nation has chosen to preserve. I camped with friends for two days in Zion National Park and then drove to Bryce Canyon National Park to spend a few hours. (We also made a stop...
Dear Church: About 30 members participated in a discernment activity Sunday. We used four scenarios for the future development of the church property (no change, minimal change, moderate change and maximum change) to clarify the church’s vision as it relates to the neighborhood — to answer a central question that...
