Events at UPUMC
Pastors Sunday Discussion Series
June 6 through July 25
9:45am in Fellowship Hall
We are pleased to offer a new summer pastors discussion series, which will take place during the Sunday School hour throughout June and July. The class will meet in the Fellowship Hall at 9:45am or via Zoom using the link below. We will be exploring topics like the Bible, prayer, Sabbath, Baptism, Communion, the importance of community and the nature and value of the church. Please consider joining us and invite a friend.
Zoom Link: Click here>
Summer Movie Nights
June 17 | July 8 | July 22 | August 5
4:00 - 6:00pm in Fellowship Hall
Movie nights at UPUMC are back! Get out of the heat, come play and watch a fun movie! Popsicles, popcorn and pizza will be provided! All are welcome so invite a friend!
Project Transformation Summer Volunteer Opportunities
University Park UMC has partnered with Project Transformation for over 20 years, providing reading volunteers and other resources! Join us this summer as we partner with Project Transformation in their summer supply drive and reading program. In light of the growing impact of COVID-19 on learning loss, the summer program will be vital to helping children and youth continue learning and regain important literacy skills. Please see volunteer opportunities below:
Supply Drive
Order from Amazon and send/drop off to Kim Brannon (7438 Wentwood Dr, 75225) by May 17, Amazon link here>.
Reading Volunteers
July 12-15, 9:45am-12pm, on Zoom or in-person at Oak Haven UMC, Irving
Zoom: Must be 16 years of age or older, or ages 13-15 with a parent or guardian
In-person: Must be 13 years of age or older with Covid vaccine
See Reading Volunteer Job description and details here>.
Contact Kim Brannon (ksbrannon@sbcglobal.net) for sign-up link
School of Essential Wisdom
Spring 2021 Term
Thursdays | March 4 - May 27
Join the newest learning opportunity offered by the University Park Academy. Each Thursday, you will enjoy 40 minutes of an engaging lecture by one of our guest speakers followed by 15-20 minutes of interactive dialogue. After the lecture portion you will be able to view a Bible study led by Charles Hosch.
To find out more visit the UP Academy webpage here>.
Youth Summer Events
Calling all youth for a fun filled Summer with mission opportunities, weekly group gatherings, worship opportunities and more! Check out our youth activities here>.
Facebook Live
Wednesdays - 12pm
Join us every Wednesday for Rev. Victoria Robb Powers’ midweek Scripture study on Facebook live at noon. Follow us on Facebook here>.
Christian Yoga
Thursdays | 9:00 - 10:00am
Join Cherry Fowler and friends as they practice yoga each Thursday morning. Please contact Cherry for Zoom link at cherryfowler11@att.net.
Caruth Playground Reservations
Need a safe outdoor place to play? The UPUMC Caruth Boulevard playground is available by reservation. To see guidelines and to make a reservation, click here>.
