JESS’S POST
I thought a lot about what to write today, because the truth is, the world feels really disorienting right now. I wanted to find a poem or thoughtful reflection by another author to share, but nothing felt quite right.
So instead, I give you my own reflection:
The world is really bleak right now, and my two-year old niece told me she loves me.
The world is really bleak right now, and I had delicious pad Thai a few weeks ago.
The world is really bleak right now, and I finally feel like my antidepressants are working.
The world is really bleak right now, and my friend is getting gender affirming surgery.
The world is really bleak right now, and my girlfriend told me she loves me.
The world is really bleak right now, and I love the new season of Severance.
The world is really bleak right now, and women's sports are the most popular they've ever been.
The world is really bleak right now, and I got a great tax return.
The world is really bleak right now, and my soccer team plays this week.
The world is really bleak right now, and Andie told me she loves me.
The world is really bleak right now, and I slept well last night.
The world is really bleak right now, and the barista gave me my drink for free this morning.
The world is really bleak right now, and my queer group chat told me they love me.
The world is really bleak right now, and
THIS WEEK
Youth Group- Wednesday, 6pm
Pints w/ Toph- Wednesdays, Pinewood Public House, 6pm
UBCYP and College Hangout - February 20th - 6:30pm
Join us for our next UBCYP and College Hangout at Toph’s Casa on Thursday evening, February 20th. We will be having dinner together and playing some games. You can sign-up in the foyer at church, or email toph@ubcwaco.org to sign-up or with questions.
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
Bring Food for Youth Group
Part of our youth group’s weekly gathering is sharing a meal together. You can be a part of making that possible. Sign up to bring dinner here!
Kid’s Volunteers
SIgn up to help with ubckids! Do it for the future! You can sign up here.
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 toph@ubcwaco.org for questions.
**UPCOMING**: Wheel of Awareness Meditation Group (beginning March 9th)
Greetings, this is Jamie. If you didn’t know, I’m in school to be a therapist (no, I’m not leaving ubc). Last semester, I did a deep dive into Interpersonal Neurobiology and came out with training in a science-y meditation that I’d like to share. It’s called the Wheel of Awareness, and I’m going to be running a group during Lent for us to practice together. We did a one-off during Advent for the Peace formation workshop, and I’d like to do it several weeks in a row and talk about it together. Starting March 9th, we’ll be meeting on Sunday mornings (9:30am) and Wednesday evenings (5:30pm) for 45 minute sessions. Those sessions will include a check-in, a 20 minute meditation, and a debrief. We’ll have official sign ups closer to time, but I wanted to get it on your radar. If you have further questions or just can’t contain your excitement and want to sign up now, email jamie@ubcwaco.org.
KIDS CAMP
Kids camp will be July 20-23 at Glen Lake Camp in Glenrose for kids who have completed 3rd grade-6th grade. We have 10 spots. Cost is $438/camper, reach out to nicole@ubcwaco.com to secure a spot ASAP!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Spring Story and Tea Time - March 2 - noon
Join us for a brand new event on Sunday, March 2 after church. We are going to gather together and hear stories either told or read. The theme of this Spring Story Time is “new life.” Do you have a favorite story you would like to read or tell about new life? This open to all ages, and kids are encouraged to participate and read or share their own stories. You can sign-up in the lobby if you want to share a story, or email toph@ubwaco.org. UBC will provide small sandwiches and chips and drinks. We would like you to bring some tea to share and exchange with others. If you have any questions, contact toph@ubcwaco.org.
Ash Wednesday Liturgy- March 5th, 7am or 5:30pm
Ubckids Fundraiser at Freddy’s in Hewitt- March 6th, 4-8pm
Ubckids Meetup and Play- Sunday, March 16th-noon, Whitehall Park (weather permitting)
Pack a lunch or pick something up and meet us at Whitehall Park in Woodway for a picnic and some playtime. UBC will provide sodas and juice.
Town Hall- March 23rd, after church
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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
2/23- Andie
2/28- Andie
COMMUNITY BOARD
CONTACT INFO
Pastoral Staff
Andie Pellicer, Lead Pastor
(andie@ubcwaco.org)
Toph Whisnant, Community Pastor (toph@ubcwaco.org)
Jameson McGregor, Worship & Arts Pastor (jamie@ubcwaco.org)
Nicole Dizdar, Kids Pastor
(nicole@ubcwaco.org)
Leadership Team (leadershipteam@ubcwaco.org)
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)
Brandon Glover
Jonathan Hill
Ben Rose