Newsletter 7-18-2023

TOPH’S POST

Hello UBC Family,

This has been an exciting weekend in the life of UBC, and it was good to see so many of you at Lovefeast Saturday night, and church on Sunday. We hope you have had the opportunity to meet Andie Pellicer and her family this weekend or had the opportunity to tune in on-line Sunday. We (the Pastoral Search Committee and Staff) have been looking forward to this weekend for some time, and we have loved the energy felt among the community this weekend. We would love to hear your thoughts on the weekend, and your thoughts on moving forward with Andie Pellicer as UBC’s next Lead Pastor. The PSC has created a survey to collect those here. This survey is your opportunity to share your voice, and will close at 9am tomorrow morning. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to any staff member, Leadership Team, or the Pastoral Search Committee.

THIS WEEK

Waco Dives - Wednesday, 12pm at Cathay House

It is the most wonderful time of the year, Waco Dives is back.  Each week we meet at a different Waco hole in the wall spot for lunch. If you have any questions, contact toph@ubcwaco.org. #yourbestlunchnow

Ubc Kids Hangout - Thursday, 2pm, Cameron Park Splash Pad
Hey UBC Families and Kiddos! If you are interested in having some fun and getting to know some other UBCers then come meet us Thursday afternoon at 2:30pm at the Cameron Park Splash Pad! We are going to be having UBC Kids Hangouts all summer long! We'll meet Thursday at 2:30pm and we'll have a great time hanging out! If you think you're interested in coming let me know so I can be on the lookout for you!

GIVING

UBC survives on the generosity of our congregation. Your tithes and offerings allow us to continue to create a space that is welcoming to all, embraces beauty, and seeks to live life to the fullest.

You can give, as you’re able, on Sunday mornings or set up a single or recurring online gift here.

If you ever have trouble with giving online or have a question about how to give, feel free to email jeff@ubcwaco.org.

CHURCH NEEDS

***Ubc Family In Need***

One of your fellow Ubc families is in need of some financial support as they navigate their immigration/education journey! You can learn more and donate here.

Kids Volunteers

We are so thankful for our UBC Kids Volunteers! And it's that time again - to make a Summer calendar! If you are available to help on Sunday mornings or other times this semester please reach out to Taylor at taylor@ubcwaco.org

UPCOMING EVENTS

Waco Dives - Wednesdays at Noon

It is the most wonderful time of the year, Waco Dives is back.  Each week we meet at a different Waco hole in the wall spot for lunch.  This is a great time to meet other UBC’ers.  If you have any questions, contact toph@ubcwaco.org. #yourbestlunchnow

Ubc Family Movie Night (ft. pizza)- Next Thursday, 5:30pm

Next Thursday, July 27 we are having a UBC Family Movie Night! If you want to come and be a part you can email taylor at taylor@ubcwaco.org. The night will begin at 5:30pm and we will eat pizza. Then we'll watch a movie!! So see you Thursday night, July 27, at 5:30pm for pizza and a movie! And email Taylor at taylor@ubcwaco.org to let her know if you're coming! 

UBCYP Summer Retreat – August 4th – 6th

We are having another summer retreat for those in your 20’s and 30’s at UBC.  We will be heading to a lake house in East Texas, and come back in time for church Sunday morning.   The cost is $50.  You can sign-up on Sunday mornings, or email toph@ubcwaco.org to sign-up or with questions.  

Find more details and our full calendar of events on our website. This calendar is updated frequently, so check back often! 

PREACHING SCHEDULE

7/23- Kerri F

7/30- Kirk

8/6- Kirk

8/13- Kieran

8/20- Craig

PARISHIONER OF THE WEEK

The Pastor Search Committee for coordinating Andie’s visit this past weekend!

WANT TO CHAT?

Share Your Feedback

Have feedback for us? Feel free to reach out to staff directly with any praises, curiosities, or concerns. You are also invited to submit feedback to the HR team and allow them to pass it along! You can do that with this form: https://forms.gle/1ovkBXSx1Lu3CR448

Pastoral Staff

Taylor Post, Children and Families Pastor (taylor@ubcwaco.org)
Toph Whisnant, Community Pastor (toph@ubcwaco.org)
Jameson Mcgregor, Worship & Arts Pastor (jamie@ubcwaco.org)
Kieran Cressy, Youth Pastor (kieran@ubcwaco.org)
Kirk Hatcher, Interim Lead Pastor (kirk@ubcwaco.org)

Leadership Team

Ben Raley (benjaminraley@gmail.com)
Britt Duke (brittrduke@gmail.com)
Katie Valenzuela (katarinaevalenzuela@gmail.com)
Andy Clark (andyclarkmusic@gmail.com)
Aleigh Ascherl (aleighascherl@gmail.com)
Marcus Franklin (M_Franklin@baylor.edu)
Shelly Taylor (Shellytaylor76@gmail.com)
Katie Robinson (katiekrobinson@yahoo.com)
Margo Shanks (Margo_Shanks@baylor.edu)

HR Team

Erin Hill (erin.albin1@gmail.com)
Patrick Broaddus (patrickjbroaddus@gmail.com)
Craig Nash (craig_nash@baylor.edu)
Kristen Howerton (khowerton94@gmail.com)
Abbey Mackey (abbeyadizdar@gmail.com)
Jess Smith (jess_smith1@baylor.edu)

Finance Team

Colton Towns (cctowns@gmail.com)
Julie Sievers (juliehsievers@gmail.com)
Evan Kidd (evan.kidd1@outlook.com)
Ethan Cohen (ethancohen002@gmail.com)