ANDIE’S POST
Thank you, Easter
Sometimes (often) I wonder what the point is of all of this. We love, we show up, we advocate, and do we move the needle? Do my words matter? Does my time matter, my late nights thinking about the state of the world, the state of ubc, and the state of my own soul matter? In my average to best moments, the answer is a resounding yes. All of this matters. Loving one person matters. Showing up for one person matters. Speaking up and speaking out matters. I saw that in real time on Easter. I met people who wanted to know what the catch is. Who couldn't believe they experienced the warmth and hospitality that they did. People who were floored that we talked about the realities of this world, of toxic religion, and of welcoming the stranger. What you do matters. Who you are in the community matters. We are co-creating a place where people who have been holding their breath can exhale, and I am so grateful. Thank you, Easter, for the heartbeat. Thank you, Jesus, for the work you did and the gift you are. Thank you, Ubc, for embodying all of that and holding it together. WIth love, Andie.
THIS WEEK.
Youth Group- Wednesday, 6pm
THIS THURSDAY!
College Movie Night at Andie's, 8ish
What was it like in the 1900's?? Join Andie for a canon experience of some sort of cheesy 90's movies, and see what life was like before smartphones. Email Andie for her address, snacks and bevies provided: andie@ubcwaco.org.
Sunday Liturgy- Sunday, 10:45am
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
Sharyl West (Loeung) Mealtrain
With Sharyl’s permission, her story is being shared and the need for support is great for her and the boys right now. Please keep her in your prayers and consider helping with the meal train!
Prep Parties//Meals Available
After the Congressional Budget Bill passed in July of 2025, we knew that we had to respond with radical hospitality through practical means. The bill cut food assistance funding significantly, and will have lasting impacts on SNAP eligibility and work requirements. With so much food insecurity already in our community, we launched Prep Parties at UBC. Prep Parties are a chance for small groups of people to gather together, cook freezer meals, and stock the freezer in our kitchen. The meals are free to anyone in our congregation or broader community who may need them, whatever the reason. Too much month at the end of the money? Busy weekend protesting and advocating for policy change? Hosting a MiCasa and don't have time to cook? Please grab a meal!
If you are interested in joining our next round of Prep Parties, please email andie@ubcwaco.org. The plan is to restock on a quarterly basis, and we need shoppers, cooks, and hosts.
Feed the Youths
Part of our youth group’s Wednesday gatherings is eating dinner, and you can sign up to be the source of said dinner!
KIDS CAMP
Nicole has reserved 4 girl spots and 4 boy spots for Passport Camp July 19-22nd @ Lake Brownwood. Cost per spot is $408. This is for completed 3rd grade- completed 6th graders! We will also take a male and female chaperone and need drivers.
Some scholarship money may be awarded through Passport and fundraising through UBC. Nicole has applied for the money and will be able to disperse what we are awarded and what we raise on an as-needed basis.
More info on camp here:
https://passportcamps.org/project/lake-brownwood/
If you’d like to claim a spot for your child(ren) or have questions, email Nicole@ubcwaco.org.
UPCOMING EVENTS
All-UBC Campout with GTG Outdoors April 17-19 at Meridian State Park
The cost will be $50/adult and $25/kids. This includes gear, food, and classes led by GTG! Sign up 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
4/12- Andie
4/19- TBD
4/26- Annie Wilde
COMMUNITY BOARD
CONTACT INFO
Pastoral Staff
Andie Pellicer, Lead Pastor
(andie@ubcwaco.org)
Jameson McGregor, Worship & Arts Pastor (jamie@ubcwaco.org)
Nicole Dizdar, Kids Pastor, Community Engagement Coordinator
(nicole@ubcwaco.org)
Leadership Team
Maggie Griffin
Adam Moore
Travis Cheatham
Mary Ellis
Brooke Reich
Staff Support Team
Jim Wren
Betsy Bracken
Finance Team
Brandon Glover
Jonathan Hill
Ben Rose