MEET GREER
This is Greer, our new youth pastor. She’s going to be joining our team more formally when she graduates in the Spring, but be sure to say hey if you see her around before then! In the meantime, here is some more info about her:
Name: Greer Ellis Rutt
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Current occupation: Master of Divinity student at George W. Truett Theological Seminary, Resident Chaplain in Ruth Collins Hall at Baylor University, and Bookseller/Team Lead at Fabled Bookshop & Cafe!
Education: M. Div at Truett (in progress), Bachelor of Science in Cellular and Molecular Biology
Hobbies: Writing poetry, reading, dancing, baking, anything creative, and spending time with Knightley.
Loves: art, books, dance/Refit, tea, German Shepherds (or any dogs), Beyonce, Penny & Sparrow, Grey’s Anatomy, Gilmore Girls, the Big Bang Thoery, and anything dark chocolate or prosecco.
Dream: becoming a pastor (done lol), writing a book, and turning into a mermaid.
THIS WEEK
Coffee Hour w/ Nicole @ CG Franklin- Wednesday, October 8, 9:30am
Come connect with Nicole & other UBCKids families!
Youth Group - Wednesdays @ 6pm
ubcCollege Pumpkin Painting Night- Thursday, October 9th, 6:30pm
Stish & Bish- Thursday, October 9th, 7pm
Bring a craft to work on and a snack to share! Contact andie@ubcwaco.org with any questions.
Ubc Family Camping Trip: Families Around the Fire @ Airport Park- October 10-11th
"Families Around the Fire" is a family-based outdoor adventure program. Lessons include:
Leave No Trace: Supporting sustainable outdoor recreation
Campsite setup: Outdoor living considerations
Outdoor Cooking: Stove, grill, and Dutch oven
FAQ: Planning your next experience
The cost is $100/family which includes 2 meals and the camping equipment/gear. Contact Nicole@ubcwaco.org if you need help covering the costs. Sign up here.
All UBC Pumpkin Patch Trip- Sunday, October 12, 2-4pm
Join us at Western Belle Farm in West, TX for pumpkin patch fun! UBCers will get a discounted rate of $8/per person. Please pay at ubcwaco.org/give and make a note that it’s for the pumpkin patch or by cash or check in the donation box with pumpkin patch as the memo. Pay what you are able- UBC will cover the rest!
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
Volunteer for Out on the Brazos
If you are interested in volunteering at our booth at Out on the Brazos, email andie@ubcwaco.org!
Mealtrain for the Covert Family
Jeff is having hip replacement surgery, so we have the honor of supporting him, Tiffany, and the kids as he recovers. Let's show our love for the Coverts during this time! Sign up here.
Mealtrain for the Davis/Pearson-Lewis Family
Nickie and Darius are new to UBC, and Nickie's grandfather is in hospice care. They are also in the middle of a move. Let's show these new UBCers they don't have to weather this difficult time alone! Sign up here.
Jess Wishlist
Our office manager, Jess, is a social work intern at Waco High. As some of our teachers did at the start of the school year, Jess has offered us a wishlist link to help support the work she is doing in the lives of students. You can find it here.
Kid’s Volunteers
SIgn up to help with ubckids! Do it for the future! You can sign up here.
Tech Volunteers
Want to help keep the wheels from falling off on Sunday mornings? We are in need of volunteers to run lights, slides, and our livestream in the tech booth. No prior experience required--we will train you on whichever station you would like to help with. Email jamie@ubcwaco.org for more info.
UPCOMING EVENTS
All-Ubc Bowling Night @ Main Event- Friday, October 17th, 6:30-9pm
Join us in the VIP room for bowling fun! UBC has reserved the room from 7:30-9:00. UBCers are responsible for shoe rentals.
UBCYP- Thursday, October 16th, 7pm
If you are someone who is in the post college age stage of life, our first UBCYP (young professionals) meetup of the semester is coming up. Email andie@ubcwaco.org for details.
Out on the Brazos- Saturday, October 18th, 12-5pm
Tickets are free and you can get them here.
ubcCollege Mid-Semester Study Party- Thursday, October 23rd, 1-4pm
Meet Hannah over at Moody for a study hang. Email hannah@ubwaco.org for details.
Cameron Park Hike- Saturday, October 25th, 9-11am
The Book Club @ UBC- Monday, October 27th, 7pm
This month we are reading The Women by Kristin Hannah.
Hocus Pocus Movie Night- Wednesday, October 29th, 6pm
All Saints Liturgy- Thursday, October 30th, 5:30pm
Pedro the Lion House Show Tour (ticketed)- Monday, November 3rd, 8pm
Indie legend David Bazan is stopping by for a show on November 3rd. This is a ticketed event and you can purchase yours here.
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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
10/12- Andie
10/19- Ellen Di Giosia
10/26- Andie
CONTACT INFO
Pastoral Staff
Andie Pellicer, Lead Pastor
(andie@ubcwaco.org)
Jameson McGregor, Worship & Arts Pastor (jamie@ubcwaco.org)
Nicole Dizdar, Kids Pastor
(nicole@ubcwaco.org)
Hannah Kapitaniuk, Volunteer College Director
(hannah@ubcwaco.org)
Leadership Team
Britt Duke
Marcus Franklin
Katie Robinson
Margo Shanks
Brooke Reich
Staff Support Team
Kyle Howerton
Jim Wren
Betsy Bracken
Finance Team
Brandon Glover
Jonathan Hill
Ben Rose