May and June Ministry Connections

United Campus Ministry Connections May and June 2017 Student Reflections On the School Year We thought it was an amazing year at UCM, but you should read what some of our students said about the ministry this year!! “This spring, Dinner and Discussion is something new I have gotten involved in. The night we packed rice and beans to donate was my favorite.  It is good to give back.” -Rachel “I really liked the party “not” on the patio that we had to bring inside because of the rain in April. I was not even able to stay the whole time, but the set up just created the most calming atmosphere. I think that’s something UCM is really good at, creating a safe and cozy space for fellowship. I loved pet-a-pup, especially when we brought in the little puppy, Gaia. I really liked preaching at Prairie Grove, as part of my Lilly internship.  I got very excited this year for Monday lunch, knowing more and more people would be there..all the new friends!”  -Julianna “I really liked going to Laundry Love initiative as part of Dinner and Discussion.  Spending time with another part of our community is good.  I like seeing how others live; it gives me a chance to see things I normally don’t see.”  – Austin “I enjoyed participating in the UCM Student Bike-a-Thon in April!  It was really fun. I am ready to pair up and ride a tandem bike next year!”  -Luke (the top fundraiser for the Bike-a-thon) “This semester really helped me know my purpose. I feel like I am getting more out of each day now.  Dinner and Discussion was a great way to wrap up each week for me. It made the semester seem longer, in a good way. When Ronnie Prevost came to talk about calling and vocation, it brought me back to my biggest take-away from College Conference at Montreat in January.  It took me right back to the Smoky Mountains.”  -Bax “I am a freshman, so everything was great for me this year.  I really liked when we went out to the Walnut Grove church for Dinner and Discussion.”  -Hartley “I liked having Monday lunch downstairs.  The chairs are more comfy and it is great to eat around tables.” – Sarah Grace “My best memories at UCM have always been the fellowship of young and older students.  We can pass along wisdom!….and how to survive finals week.” -found in our comment box. Congratulations to our 2017 Graduates Maria Rossetti   Degree:  Chemical Engineering Next Steps: Graduate studies at University of Virginia Anna Richards Degree: Kinesiology Next Steps: Work for a year before pursuing graduate studies David Cox Degree: Industrial Engineering Next Steps:  Consultant at APT (Applied Predictive Technologies) UCM Has Launched the Young Alumni Giving Program You don’t have to make a major gift to have a major impact! For the cost of two trips to the coffee shop or one dinner out, you can make a huge impact for the current students at UCM! GOAL: Commitment from 10 young alumni to give $10 per month to UCM through our recurring debit giving option.  Over time, those gifts add up.  It allows recent graduates to give at a manageable level and still make an impact. The combined total of $100 per month will fund an entire Monday lunch each month. Students are inviting friends and our weekly lunch is thriving! Visit the SUPPORT UCM page on our website to initiate your monthly gift today! Are you thinking: “give me a few more years!”   We understand!  If so….. Would you consider giving an annual donation of your graduation year? $20.13 ~ $20.15 ~ $20.17 – every gift matters! Student Bike-a-thon: A Great Addition This school year has been one of student investment and momentum.  We designed an event for students to share their love of UCM with others and garner support for the ministry.  On April 23, we had seven cyclists ride in our first every UCM Bike-a-thon.  By reaching out and sharing how much UCM is impacting their lives, the students raised $1016.40 for the Program Fund at UCM. The students rode 20 miles (one rode 38) on the Razorback Greenway. The ride began in Lowell and concluded with a celebration on campus at UCM. We are so grateful for all those who sponsored students, staff and volunteers on the ride.    Subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter

 

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