University Presbyterian Church

Donate to U-District Food Bank
2025-11-09 07:00 - 2026-03-02 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | University Presbyterian Church, 4540 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98105, United States
During this difficult season, we are stepping up our partnership with the U-District Food Bank.
For years, supporting the U-District Food Bank has been a meaningful part of our outreach rhythm, a tangible way we live out our calling to love and serve. But right now, the need is greater than ever. Over the next few weeks, we’re collecting more than our usual amount of non-perishable food items, along with these much-needed essentials:

Diapers (especially larger sizes) & wipes
Baby formula & baby food
Pet food
Toilet paper
Bar soap
Toothpaste
Dish soap
Menstrual products (pads and tampons only)

Bring donations to the red barrels at UPC entrances on Sundays in November. Every item you give helps someone in our community feel seen, cared for, and remembered.
Thank you, UPC family, for loving and serving our neighbors!

Recommend an Elder or Deacon
2026-01-10 07:00 - 2026-03-09 21:00 | WA
Do you know a UPC member who may be called to serve as an Elder or Deacon? Elders, together with UPC’s installed pastors, prayerfully discern God’s direction and provide spiritual leadership and governance for the congregation. Deacons provide compassion, care, witness, prayer, and service for a variety of needs within our church family.
Elder role description
…congregations should elect persons of wisdom and maturity of faith, having demonstrated skills in leadership and being compassionate in spirit. Ruling elders, together with teaching elders, exercise leadership, government, spiritual discernment, and discipline and have responsibilities for the life of a congregation as well as the whole church…
Book of Order: G-2.0301
Deacon role description
The ministry of deacon as set forth in Scripture is one of compassion, witness, and service, sharing in the redeeming love of Jesus Christ for the poor, the hungry, the sick, the lost, the friendless, the oppressed, those burdened by unjust policies or structures, or anyone in distress. Persons of spiritual character, honest repute, exemplary lives, brotherly and sisterly love, sincere compassion, and sound judgment should be chosen for this ministry.
Book of Order: G-2.0201
Submit your recommendation

Black History Month
2026-02-01 08:00 - 2026-03-01 23:45 | WA
Join us on a journey throughout the month of February to explore Black history, music, arts, and food traditions. Black history is American history, and the African American culture has shaped our nation and our church community.
Here are some resources to learn more and celebrate Black History Month:

Black Past
Black History in the Bible
Black History Unlocked (Instagram)
Discover African American artists
Read African American authors
Listen to African American musicians
Learn important moments of African American history

Watch Michelle cook a double cut stuffed pork chop:
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Watch Pastor Aaron’s presentation:
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Seattle Civil Rights History with Eddie Rye Jr.:

Lunar New Year Celebration
2026-02-13 17:30 - 20:30 | Larson Hall
Celebrate the Year of the Horse! Join us for a feast, dumpling-making, and a talent show. We will come together as a multicultural community to share and celebrate many New Year traditions. Invite your friends – all are welcome!
Doors open at 5:30, event begins at 6pm.
Ticket prices are as follows:

$10 for Global Friends
$10 for Language Institute
$20 regular price
Free admission for event volunteers and performers

Get your tickets HERE
(and soon! Tickets usually sell out!)

UGM: Search & Rescue Van
2026-02-13 18:30 - 23:00 | WA
Be a Union Gospel Mission volunteer to serve others who live on the streets of the U-District. UPC Search & Rescue teams are led by experienced UGM staff who focus on the safety of the volunteers and sensitivity to those we serve. This is a one-of-a-kind, potentially life-changing volunteer opportunity for you! The evening begins with orientation at 6:30PM and van participation until 11:00PM on the second Friday of the month. To carpool, meet in the UPC North Parking lot at 6:00PM.
For ages 15+.
Sign-up required, CLICK HERE and sign-up for “Search+Rescue -For University Presbyterian Church”
or email Barb Williams at barbw@upc.org.
