04.16.23 Bulletin & Announcement

SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER — APRIL 16, 2023 This iris came from Art Miles’ (longtime UBC member) iris garden. For Art’s memorial service at UBC, his family gave a few of his iris bulbs to each attendee. This is what I got!! We call them Art’s irises. Each Spring they remind me of Art’s devotion to God, and his talent as a garden artist. - David Stahl

Prelude “Intermezzo” - Johannes Brahms Jonathan Castillo *Psalm of Praise Lily White from Psalm 111 Praise the LIVING GOD! I will give thanks to the ONE GOD with my whole heart. Great are the works of GOD, Contemplated by all who delight in them. She has gained renown for her wonderful deeds; The WOMB OF LIFE is gracious and abounds in mother-love. The works of her hands are truth and justice; Trustworthy are all her precepts. *Opening Hymn, No. 253 “Yours Is The Glory, Resurrected One!” Welcome & Land Acknowledgment JUDAS MACCABEUS Milo Grant Centering Moment Natalie Webb Offering the Peace of Christ First Reading Sirach 1:14-20 Children’s Moment Jonathan Castillo Anthem * Please rise in body or spirit. Milo Grant “The Holy City” - Stephen Adams Kristin Bilodeau, soprano CCLI#2461665

Prayer & Offering our Gifts Jody Joyner Second Reading John 20:19-31 This is the good news of God’s grace. Thanks be to God! Sermon Natalie Webb *Hymn of Response, No. 406 “Not with Naked Eye, Not with Human Sense” STITELER Prayers of the People and Lord’s Prayer Milo Grant You are invited to join in praying as Jesus taught us in whatever language is closest to your heart. Our Father (Mother/Creator), who is in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For yours is the kingdom, the power, and the glory forever. Amen. Sharing Community Natalie Webb *Song of Sending, No. 242 “The Strife is O’er” Refrain, verse 1, and refrain only VICTORY *Benediction Postlude “Clarke’s Trumpet Voluntary with DIADEMATA” - arr. Marilyn Ham Please join us following worship for a reception in the back of the sanctuary.

To view the announcements, scan this QR code. Printed copies can be found in the back of the Sanctuary. Worship Notes: Scripture readings translated by Wilda C. Gafney from A Women’s Lectionary for the Whole Church, Year A; The first paragraph of UBC’s Land Acknowledgement was written by and used with permission from the Native American Indigenous Studies program at the University of Texas, and our commitments were written with the guidance of Elder Maria Rocha with the Indigenous Cultures Institute; Land Acknowledgment We would like to acknowledge that we are meeting on the Indigenous lands of Turtle Island, the ancestral name for what now is called North America. Moreover, we would like to acknowledge the Alabama-Coushatta, Caddo, Carrizo/Comecrudo, Coahuiltecan, Comanche, Kickapoo, Lipan Apache, Tonkawa and Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo, and all the American Indian and Indigenous Peoples and communities who have been or have become a part of these lands and territories in Texas. In recognition of the challenges faced by Indigenous Peoples in Central Texas and globally, our community of faith makes the following commitments: To be aware of the history of Indigenous people on this land, both the harm that was done in the past and the repercussions of that harm that continue to affect our Indigenous neighbors. To learn from the Indigenous perspective on “the natural way” in order to deepen our connection with and care for our bodies, our communities, and the land. To actively learn from and offer material support to Native-led groups in our area. To stand in solidarity with and amplify the voices of our Native neighbors as they seek systemic change through economic, social, and legal justice. Rev. Natalie Webb (she/her) Rev. Milo Grant (they/them) Jonathan Castillo (he/him) Senior Pastor Associate Pastor Minister of Music & Outreach ext. 208, [email protected] ext. 207, [email protected] ext. 209, [email protected] available Sun-Thurs available Sun-Thurs available Sun-Thurs Lily White (she/her) Paul Taylor (he/him) Arnold Villela (he/him) Director of Hospitality Director of Finance Sexton ext. 201, [email protected] ext. 204, [email protected] ext. 202, [email protected] available Mon-Fri available Mon-Fri available Sun-Thurs UniversityBaptistChurch | 2130 Guadalupe, Austin, TX 78705 | www.UBCAustin.org

ANNOUNCEMENTS for APRIL 16, 2023 On the Calendar Sun., April 16: Church Conference After Worship UBC sponsored Labyrinth Dinner at 7:00 PM Wed., April 19: Chancel Choir Rehearsal at 7:00 PM Thur., April 20: God’s Family Dinner at 5:00 PM Sun., April 23: Deacons’ Meeting After Worship Wed., April 26: Chancel Choir Rehearsal at 7:00 PM Thur., April 27: God’s Family Dinner at 5:00 PM Sat., April 29: Young at Heart Sun., April 30: UFriends Gathering After Worship Help Needed for Labyrinth Dinner Tonight UBC provides dinner for Labyrinth Progressive Student Ministry on the 3rd Sunday of the month. Our next dinner will be THIS Sunday, April 16. If you would like to provide a full meal for Labyrinth on that date or would like to help provide the meal, please contact Kari Taylor at (512) 743-6454. Church Council Meeting Today after Worship The rescheduled Church Conference meeting will take place today after worship. If you are on the church council, please attend this important meeting. Adult Sunday School on April 23 Next Sunday, April 23, the Adult Sunday School class will write letters and cards for the educators at Riley Elementary, in recognition of Teacher’s Appreciation Week. Please join us in the Library at 9:30 AM! Preaching Next Sunday: Lily White Lily White (she/her) is completing her second year of a Master of Divinity degree at SMU’s Perkins School of Theology. She is a Baugh Scholar, the Houston Representative for Feminists Advocating Change and Empowerment, and is on Perkins’ Baptist House of Studies Board of Visitors. Lily has a passion for utilizing her expertise from the hospitality industry to help the church be a more welcoming and inclusive space for all. We look forward to hearing her preach next week Sunday at 11:00 AM. Deacons’ Meeting Sunday, April 23 The rescheduled Deacons’ meeting will take place next Sunday, April 23, after worship. If you are an active deacon, please attend this important meeting. Young at Heart, April 29 On Saturday, April 29, the Young at Heart group will take a trip to Buda to experience the Wiener Dog Festival and Race! To RSVP or if you have any questions, please contact Suellen Mills. ConnectUBC at Love Notes Concert, May 6 Next month ConnectUBC will be attending the Love Notes Concert on Saturday, May 6, at 2:00 PM. The concert will be in the sanctuary at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 8134 Mesa Drive, Austin, TX. Love Notes Chorus, Austin's first choir specifically designed for those with Alzheimer's and other cognitive issues, their caregivers, and volunteers will present their fall performance, Admission is free but donations are always welcome. UniversityBaptistChurch | 2130 Guadalupe, Austin, TX 78705 | www.UBCAustin.org

Children are Welcome at UBC! Children of all ages are welcome in worship at any time! Located in the rear of the sanctuary, there are sensory worship bags, children's tables, and rocking chairs available. All ages are welcome to stay for the entirety of the worship service, or children in kindergarten and younger may depart after the Children’s Message for playtime at the Kids’ Place. Childcare is available for ages 0-4 from 9:30 AM-12:30 PM. We’re so glad your family is here! Thank you for Worshiping with us! If you’d like to learn more about following Jesus or about joining UBC, please contact Rev. Natalie Webb at [email protected] any time! Thanksgiving for Jonathan M’s move back to Austin ✤ John B. ✤ Thankfulness for the safety of Raul and his friend ✤ Family of Maxine after her passing ✤ The health of D. Stine ✤ Larry F. and his health ✤ Niazi family celebration of their new baby girl ✤ Family of Annice, mother of George, who passed away ✤ Ron as he recovers from surgery ✤ Melinda, Bob’s sister ✤ Kaleb’s recovery ✤ Tita, a friend of Peggy, entered hospice ✤ Anita’s health ✤ Cairan, young family member of Debbie, who is struggling with health. ✤ Health concerns for Ann’s friend Kyle. ✤ Maggie’s health after a fall. ✤ Darlene’s recovery from surgery. ✤ Robin’s friend’s family, as they struggle with their children’s health ✤Ann, Peggy’s sister, therapy & recovery ✤ Tony, Jeff’s friend ✤ Karen & Linda, Maggie’s daughters’ health ✤ Health issues for Chris Franklin ✤ Trans kids and their families ✤ Peace in Ukraine ✤ Families who lost loved ones from gun violence and immigration violence ✤ Students, educators, and staff ✤ The women’s movement in Iran ✤ People suffering from the earthquakes in Turkey & Syria ✤ God’s Family Dinner guests. Charlene (4/5), Guy Paul (4/15), Lindsey (4/18), Joel (4/18), Benjamin (4/22), Kara (4/23), Foster (4/25), and Ariel (4/28). UniversityBaptistChurch | 2130 Guadalupe, Austin, TX 78705 | www.UBCAustin.org