JESS’S POST
Hi UBC! Jess here. I'm about a month into my position as Office Manager for UBC, and I am really loving working here. As I'm sure no one is surprised by, my fellow staff members have been friendly and welcoming and helped the transition into the position go smoothly.
I've always disliked the "tell us about yourself" sort of question because I don't know what people want to know. So I'll give my best attempt at sharing some fun details about myself, but if you want to know more, let's get coffee!
I'm studying social work at Baylor and will begin my senior year of undergrad this fall (2024). I'll be interning at The Store (a food security initiative on Baylor campus) as part of my social work program. I also have a part-time job at Pinewood as a barista (come say hi!) in addition to working here at UBC. I stay pretty busy, especially during the school year, but some of my favorite things to do are climb, run, play and watch soccer (mostly women's) and spend time with my friends and their kiddos (I love being an auntie!). I identify as queer (happy pride!) but haven't really been "out" until the last year or so. I've been at UBC for about three years and deeply value the inclusive and welcoming community that is a hallmark of this place.
I'll wrap this up with a little this or that of my preferences just for fun!
Beach or mountains? Mountains
Cats or dogs? Neither
Morning or night? Night
Coffee or tea? Always coffee!
Hot or cold? Cold
Books or movies? Books
Music or podcasts? Music
Neutrals or colors? Neutrals
Inside or outside? Somehow both at the same time, plz!
THIS WEEK
Book Club: Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community? Tuesday, 6pm
No Youth Group!
Our Wednesday night youth gatherings have wrapped until August. You can find a calendar of summer youth events here.
If you are a parent of one of our youth group kids, you can sign up for the youth mailing list by emailing emily@ubcwaco.org.
GIVING
UBC survives on the generosity of our congregation. Your financial contributions 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 administrator@ubcwaco.org.
CHURCH NEEDS
Ubc Family In Need
A family of ubcers is going through a hard time and we’d like to gather some gift cards (restaurants, groceries, gas, amazon, etc.) to offer support. You can drop gift cards in our mail slot any time during the week or you can put them in the offering box on Sunday morning.
Ubc Shirts Have Arrived!
If you ordered/signed up for a ubc shirt, you can pick it up on Sunday morning. Don’t forget to bring $20 cash/check or pre-pay on church center (select the ubc t shirt fund) if you haven’t paid yet.
KIDS CAMP
Kids camp registration is now closed. All ten spots have been filled, and we are so excited to send our Ubc kiddos to Passport in July! Be on the lookout for a sign up for drivers to and from camp.
YOUTH RETREAT
There are only TWO spots left for our youth summer retreat, so if you are planning on attending, grab yours today! Forms are available in the lobby and on Wednesday nights.
GROUPS
Micasas
Micasas are designed to build more intentional community within the larger community of UBC. They meet on either Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday night. If you would like to get plugged into a Micasa, sign-up in the foyer or contact andie@ubcwaco.org for questions.
Book Club: Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community? Tuesdays, May 28th-July 2nd, 6pm
You are invited to join Dr. David Justice for a summer book study on Martin Luther King Jr.'s final book, Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community?. We will meet on Tuesdays, May 28th-July 2nd. To register, please email David at David_Justice@Baylor.edu.
David earned his PhD in Theological Studies from Saint Louis University in 2023 and wrote his dissertation on Martin Luther King Jr. He currently serves as a postdoctoral teaching fellow at Baylor University. His research, writing, and teaching try to think about how to move us closer to the Beloved Community. You can find more information on him at his website: profjustice.com.
UPCOMING EVENTS
UBCYP Hangout – June 14th – 6pm
Join us for our monthly UBCYP hangout on Friday night, June 14th. We will be gathering at Marcus and Elysa Franklins house. Please byob. You can sign-up in the foyer at church, or email Marcus: m_franklin@baylor.edu If you have any questions, contact andie@ubcwaco.org
UBC Summer Party – June 22nd – 3-7pm
Help us kick off the summer with a party at Ryan and Lauren Miller’s house on Saturday the 22nd . The Miller’s will be providing the main dish for dinner, please bring a side to share with everyone. UBC will provide some bottled water, if you want other drinks please byob. Lastly, there is a pool! If you want to swim, make sure to bring your suit and a towel. If you have any questions, please contact andie@ubcwaco.org. You can sign-up in the foyer at church, or email ryan@brewtheology.org
UBCYP Hangout – July 12th – 6pm
Join us for our monthly UBCYP hangout on Friday night, July 12th. We will be gathering at Brian and Elyse Blair’s house. Please byob. You can sign-up in the foyer at church, or email Brian: bblair96@gmail.com If you have any questions, contact andie@ubcwaco.org
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Find more details and our full calendar of events on our website. This calendar is updated frequently, so check back often!
PREACHING SCHEDULE
6/9- Andy Clark
6/16- Andie
6/23- Andie
6/30- Andie
COMMUNITY BOARD
CONTACT INFO
Pastoral Staff
Andie Pellicer, Lead Pastor
(andie@ubcwaco.org)
Toph Whisnant, Community Pastor (toph@ubcwaco.org) [on sabbatical]
Jameson Mcgregor, Worship & Arts Pastor (jamie@ubcwaco.org)
Leadership Team (leadershipteam@ubcwaco.org)
Ben Raley
Britt Duke
Andy Clark
Aleigh Ascherl
Marcus Franklin
Shelly Taylor
Katie Robinson
Margo Shanks
Staff Support Team (staffsupport@ubcwaco.org)
Abbey Mackey
Jim Wren
Betsy Bracken
Finance Team (finance@ubcwaco.org)
Ethan Cohen
Jonathan Hill