Ministries
The Bible Gives a Wonderful Overview of the Process by Which the Church Grows and Matures.
It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ. — Ephesians 4:11-13
God gives some leaders to the Church, who (through the ministries of shepherding and the Word) equip the church members to exercise their own God-given gifts. The use of these gifts, in love and service (or “ministry” – same Greek word) to one another, causes the Church to grow.God has blessed University Bible Church with some very gifted people with hearts for service! Here are some ways UBC serves the Lord in ministry.
UBC Ministries
The men’s ministry exists to transform men into committed disciples of Jesus Christ, thereby affecting their families, workplace, church and community.
Our women’s ministry exists to support and encourage women’s spiritual growth, to help women get to know one another, to provide opportunities for women in the community.
We want kids to LOVE to come to church, we teach them the Bible while they’re here, and we help equip parents to teach their children how to live a Christian life.
After our undergraduates take that next step and graduate, they get involved in one or more of the various adult groups AND join 20/30. This is an outreach and fellowship ministry for those in their 20s and 30s. They meet monthly for various fun activities. All in that age range are welcome!
All of what we do is focused on fulfilling the Great Commission for us here and in any other places where we may expand our reach. We view the missionaries we support as an extension of our staff—essentially as members of UBC who are in agreement with our statements of faith and with whom we have theological alignment. Some of the organizations we currently support and formerly supported are: Jews for Jesus, Wycliffe/SIM, Samaritan’s Purse, Campus Crusade for Christ, and more. While there are many reputable charitable organizations serving worthy causes, our focus is generally narrowed to mission efforts that directly advance our statement of purpose.