2024 Activities at Central!

It is the time of year for groups, classes, and programs to start with new and exciting learning opportunities. Below, you will find many groups and programs for adults and children that Central has to offer this spring. We hope you find something that calls to you. Wednesdays will be a big night each week with something for everyone, including dinner. We can't wait to see you at Central!

We are excited to announce the launch of United Women in Faith (formerly UMW) for all women of Central UMC. Our first meeting is on Wednesday, January 10, at 5:30 p.m. in the CAC, and dinner will be served for $7.

If you are new to our church or want to learn about becoming a member, you are invited to Exploring Membership. Join us for Exploring Membership at Central on Sunday, January 21, following Classic Worship for lunch;  to register, click here. 

Bible Stories for Grown-Ups, a pastor-led Bible study. Wednesdays, January 10-February 7, from 6 PM-7:15 PM. Wesley Room 310 & Zoom. 

Register Here.

New Beginnings, Wednesdays, January 17- March 13, 6 pm -7;15 pm. In the CAC rooms 3-5. This class is led by Laura Underwood, Jacque Nagel, and Gail Nebben. This spring, we will be studying "Stuck" by Jennie Allen. Registerhere.

Inclusive Connections study, January 18 - March 21, 6:30 - 8 pm. In the Wesley Building, room 102. This class is led by Julie Thibodaux & Kennie Goff. This Spring, we will be studying "Entangled" by Ashley Dreff.  Register here.

Connections Women’s Bible Study, Tuesdays, January 23 – May 21, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. In the Wesley Building, rooms 306-7. Jennifer Haas and Janet Hailey lead this class. This spring, we will be studying the book of Ephesians. Register here.

Join us for a new sermon series, All In: Believe, Serve, Give. A series to be a source of encouragement as you consider what it means to be “all in” in your faith and generosity.

January 7- January 28: save the date for January 28 as we celebrate being All In with a churchwide luncheon.

Holy Wednesdays: Lent will kick off with Ash Wednesday, February 14, at 6 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Following Ash Wednesday, we will meet for Holy Communion on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in the Wesley Chapel. Our last meeting will be on March 27.

Save the date for our Lenten study, "Savior: What the Bible Says about the Cross".  Wednesdays, February 21-March 27 at 6:15 p.m. in the Wesley Chapel. Register here.

We are planning a mission trip to Cuba from November 24 to December 2, 2024.  We have around ten seats available for this trip. If you are interested in joining us, we invite you to attend an interest meeting at noon on January 14th, 2024. The meeting will be held in Wesley 310. Register for lunch here.

Discipleship Encounters offers participants theological reflections on the faith experience (historical, contextual, and missional). Along with the small group meetings, participants will have the opportunity for practical engagements with the materials covered. Rev. Dr. Chase Burns will lead this class—more information to come.

We are excited to announce our upcoming 2024 Missions Banquet!  The fundraiser event will take place on Sunday, February 11th, 2024, at noon in the CAC. We will serve a delicious spaghetti lunch while highlighting some of the amazing projects we have planned for the year. More information to come.

Central Littles is a ministry for our smallest at Central, ages 0-4 years. Nursery is available Wednesday Nights and Sunday Mornings throughout all scheduled programming. Please check with your small group to see if the nursery is open on other meeting days. 

Club K6 is our  Wednesday Night programming for kids grades K-6. Join us to kick off the New Year on Wednesday, January 10. We will have games, music, and fun studies. We will meet in the Student Ministries Building on the 2nd floor from 6-7:30 p.m.

Register Here

Confirmation starts on Sunday, January 7, at 10 am in the SMB. This class is for students in 5th -8th grades. Register here.

Do you need a place to decompress and hang out with friends after school? Yes, then Wednesday Hang Time is for you! Bring a friend and come hang in the SMB from 3-5 p.m. and then join us for dinner in the CAC. 

Sunday Night Youth is a time for small groups and worship. Let's do life together through small group devotions and fellowship. Worship for the 2023-2024 year is designed for life application. Learn more here.

We are saving you a seat at the table. 

This fall, we would love to see you at dinner on Wednesdays. Dinner is prepared by the amazing Edna Combs and Sheryl Pearson and will surely be one of your favorite meals every week. So, take a night not to cook or do dishes. Drop in anytime from 5-6 for food and fellowship. Dinner is $7 for adults (ages 12+), $5 for children (ages 2-11), and free for children under two. Maximum amount per family is $25. Join us starting January 10. All are welcome!

Wednesday, January 10 

Roast Beef with potatoes, carrots, and onions. 

Broccoli

Rolls

Cookies

Kids: Chicken Nuggets