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Weekly Newsletter for February 12, 2026

Sunday Service

 

 

In Person Only

 

 

Sunday, February 15 at 11:45 am

 

 

*We are sleuthing out the reason why the sound from the sanctuary is not being transmitted to those on Zoom. Thus, we will not be able to provide Zoom access to the service. We will record the service so let us know if you would like a recording in the Worship at Home section below.
 

 

 

 

Sacred Community through the Eyes and Hearts of Wildflowers

Laura Jo Acuña invites us to hear personal reflections from several Wildflower members and friends on what spiritual community means to them. As we listen, we can consider how these reflections provide building blocks for developing sacred community?


Children and youth in kindergarten through 12th grade will be meeting in person in their classes after being present in the sanctuary for the first part of the service.

 

Worship-at-Home

Not able to attend the in-person service but want to stay connected?

  • If you wish to submit joys & concerns, please do so here (click this link).  (Note: submissions received before 9 am on Sundays will be included in the Sunday service.

  • Want to receive an email with the service announcements and a recording of the worship service? Please complete our Worship-at-Home form.

For further information, contact the Worship team at worship@wildflowerchurch.org.

Congregational News and Events
 
 

The Board is forming a Finance Team to create a budget for the second half of 2026. Members would review finances, fundraising, and projected income and work with the Treasurer to draft a budget for a congregational vote in June. If you are interested or would like to recommend someone, please contact the Board. board@wildflower.org
 
 

Wildflower Address Update:

Please update Wildflower address on any future correspondence to our physical mailing address.

1314 E Oltorf

Austin, TX 78704
 

 

Important Reminder!!

 

Don't forget to update your monthly Pledge contribution on Vanco!!

 

 

Updating Your Wildflower Pledge

 

  1. Navigate to https://wildflowerchurch.org 

  2. From the Support Our Mission dropdown, select Donate

  3. Under “Giving Options”, click Donate online

    1. This opens Wildflower’s Vanco donation site

  4. Click Log In to open your Vanco profile

Activate New Pledge

  1. Under “Pledge Payment - General Fund” click Donate

  2. Add your new pledge Amount

  3. Select Recurring

  4. Frequency: Choose your preferred frequency

  5. Start Date: select from calendar

  6. Click Add to Basket

  7. Click Continue to Payment

  8. Choose your payment method

  9. Click Continue to Review

  10. Click Submit

Cancel Previous Pledge

  1. After new pledge has been completed, click View other opportunities

  2. Click Profile

  3. Under Transactions, find your old pledge

  4. Click Cancel

Click Yes, Cancel

One on One Deep Listening Sessions Available

Bis is back!

 

You can request an appointment for deep listening:

calendly.com/wildflowerpastoralcare

The Bis is back and available for 1:1 Zoom sessions which you can sign up for using the calendly link above.
 
 

 

💕 PAL-entine’s Day: With LOVE at the Center!

- Friday, Feb 13th

- 6-9PM in the Community Room

Bring your friend, bring your family, or bring yourself and spend time with your PALS at Wildflowers! We will host some crafts and activities themed around love. A intergenerational, family-friendly event to bring anyone young or older.
 
 

 

💗 Old School Lovin’ Service Project

- Saturday, Feb 14th

- 9:30AM-1PM at Belmont Village Senior Living

A warm, heart-centered time for connection with residents who might not otherwise have a Valentine’s friend. Come spread the love, socialize, play games, and share a warm smile with our senior neighbors.

Reach out to kahalalurvey@gmail.com to RSVP and get more information, including the location address!

 
 

 

💖 Wildflower New Member Orientation

- Sunday, Feb 15th

- 1:30-3PM in the Community Room

Interested in exploring what “membership” at Wildflower means?? Join the Membership Team on Sunday as we talk about the history of our church, roots of UU faith, and how folks can get connected on a deeper level.

 

RSVP by clicking here so we can have an accurate headcount:

https://wildflowerchurch.breezechms.com/form/intent-to-join-form

Wildflower's Central Texas Interfaith Team Invitation

Sunday, February 22 from 2-3 pm

Wildflower Community Room

The Central Texas Interfaith (CTI) organization helps all the member organizations look at the Agenda of Issues for any given election year. These are issues which were developed during our ‘listening’ workshops last year. In early March CTI will present and confirm the agenda across all CTI organizations, for these future efforts: Sign Up Take Charge (SUTC) - inform people on the issues to be presented across to all party representatives; agree on those priorities as a CTI organization at the Statewide Leaders Assembly; work on deeper education/understanding of issues through Civic Academy sessions; hold Accountability Sessions (will candidates support issues) with candidates from all parties running for various offices; and, Get Out The Vote (GOTV) to encourage raising awareness and increasing voting.
 
 

New Tarot Circle Location and Time!!

Monday, February 23 at 7 pm

Healing Temple, 209 E. Ben White Blvd #202

 

Hello Magical Ones!

I'm so excited to invite you to our next Tarot Circle, now happening in-person!

On February 23, 7-9pm we will be gathering at the Healing Temple, 209 E. Ben White Blvd #202, to delve into the magic of the Hanged Man.

The Hanged One, associated with willing sacrifice, altered consciousness, and root-level transformation, is the perfect companion for those who are interested in momentarily releasing the interests of the Ego to expand awareness and approach life with fresh eyes.

As always, please bring your deck and a journal or something to write with. Can't wait to see you there!

You can read more about this offering and other offerings at the

Arcana Craft events page.
 
 

 

Do You Want to Learn CPR or Brush up on Your Skills?
The Austin-Travis County EMS offers a free 30-60 minute "bystander training" class, covering CPR, AED, and adult choking relief. Training manikins are provided, and participants can choose whether to engage in the practices. Participants are shown how to recognize the patient, assess the patient’s condition and needs, and respond accordingly. Conditions such as resuscitating adults with drug overdose or children are not included, as these require mouth-to-mouth contact, which is not covered. The goal is to enable participants to support a patient long enough for the EMS crew to arrive. This training does not provide certification; that requires more extensive training and skills assessment, for a moderate fee.

With 6 or more participants, the free training can be held at our church facilities. Please indicate your contact info, best days and times for attending the class, and submit this form if you are interested in participating. Due to the year-end holidays, this will be scheduled for sometime in January 2026.
 
CPR  Class Interest Form
 
 

Newsletter Content Submission Guidelines

The link to submit newsletter content has been updated.

Please submit content for weekly newsletter using this form.
Content should be submitted no more than (approximately) 2 weeks in advance of event.
Weekly Newsletter content deadline is Wednesday by 12 pm

Submissions received after the deadline will go in the following week’s edition.
NOTE: Please refrain from using ALL CAPS or “quotation marks” when submitting content. 

Ongoing Events

Ideas Worth Contemplating

1st and 3rd Sundays at 9:30 am

https://zoom.us/j/97826544113?pwd=SVVPM2NaNm5vaXJtZmN3ZjgrU3l3UT09

Ideas Worth Contemplating is an ongoing group led by Wildflower Mike Ignatowski that uses inspiring and thought-provoking TED Talks to generate discussion about important topics.

 

Climate Education Zoom class

2nd Sundays from 9:30am-10:30am

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2635700913?pwd=bjNxMEczWHU2bUp3dXpEcVRXWjhRUT09

Meeting ID: 263 570 0913 Passcode: 002030

Our WildEarth Climate Action Team offers this class on most 2nd Sundays of the month. We usually feature a 20-30 minute video, and ample time left over for lively discussion. Join us!

 

 

Coffee and Conversations

Wednesdays at 10 am

https://zoom.us/j/93681478930

Meeting ID: 936 8147 8930

Hi, Wildflowers! Come check in about life, the universe and everything with  other Wildflowers with the Pastoral Care Team.

 

Tarot Circle: 3rd Wednesdays @ 7:00pm

Come and explore your spiritual life with support from the tarot! 

 

On January 21 we adventure into the great unknown with the FOOL.

 

 

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81959828225 

Contact MelissaOMeeks@gmail.com to register.

 

 

Board of Trustees Meeting

2nd and 4th Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm

Zoom Link:https://zoom.us/j/99578028139

Regional and National Information
 
 

 

 

TXUUJM Invites YOU to ICE Out! Action Hour w/ Musical Guests Emma's Revolution

 

❣️The National UU ICE Out! Week of Action is extended to TWO WEEKS❣️, by popular demand and in response to the moral urgency of this moment. This national collaboration includes Thursday night's TXUUJM Action Hour (7pm CT Feb 12) w/ special musical guests Emma's Revolution and actions related to shutting down Dilley and other ICE facilities and supporting people who are being released. Please register here and invite friends. All welcome!
 
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I hope you and your loved ones are doing well. We are excited to share the official invitation to the Sew Indigenous Fashion Show.

Join us for an iconic evening as The Native American Cultural Center hosts its first-ever Fashion Show of Contemporary Native Design. With VIP guest models who live in Travis County.

With a curated menu using foods native to this land and region by Indigenous Chefs from Chantiko’s Kitchen, a mocktail bar provided by an Indigenous mixologist, and speciality desert options.

The event will feature original designs by Indigenous artisans—many of whom participate in the Center’s Sew Indigenous weekly programming—alongside the nationally recognized work of Artistic Director Nan Blassingame.

 

Proceeds from the evening will directly support the Native American Cultural Center’s nonprofit programs, artists, and community impact.
 
 
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