Adult Ministries

Current Series

Join us Sunday, February 16 for week 3 of our sermon series, "What We Believe." We're exploring what United Methodist Christians believe about common faith topics. This week we'll be discussing what we believe about communion. Our scripture is Mark 14:22-26. 

Inclusive Connections

Tonight our Inclusive Connections group will gather in Wesley, room 102. This group provides space for people in the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as stakeholders and allies to have thoughtful discussion, prayer, and book and Bible study. All are welcome!

Men's Breakfast

Central Men of all ages: Join us for breakfast on Saturday, February 15, from 9-11am in the CAC. Come for some good food, fellowship and to explore how to grow in our faith and strengthen our community. Whether you're new to Central or a long-time member, we’d love to see you there! This month will be in CAC but moving forward will be in SMB every 2nd Saturday of each month. For more info contact Brandon Williams.

Beer & Hymns

This Month Beer & Hymns will be at Tontitown Winery on Sunday, February 16 at 5pm raising money for Essentials Outreach. Join us to hear some amazing music and to help serve our neighbors in the most rural corners of NWA. 

February Blood Drive

Central is hosting another blood drive Monday, February 17, from 12:30-5:30pm in the CAC. To participate in this important community service, sign up here. Use the sponsor code: CUMCFayetteville. 

Mardi Gras Parade + Float

It's time for Fayetteville's annual Mardi Gras Parade on Dickson Street, March 1 @ 2pm. This year, Dirk and Julie Thibodaux are this year's King and Queen!  We will have tables set up in front of the Sanctuary to pass out beads and information about our upcoming events at Central. If you want to help build a float for Central, please contact Stacia Weatherton. If you are willing to help at our hospitality table, sign up here.

LENT STUDY PREVIEW

Our Lent Wednesday night study, Seven Words, will begin March 12 at 6pm in Wesley 310. Join us as we reflect on the seven final sayings from Jesus on the cross. Register for the class here. Purchase your book here.

Next Gen Ministries

Kids Summer Camp

Camp Tanako is an amazing UMC camp located in Hot Springs, AR. If you're interested in sending your kids to camp this year, let us be your shuttle! Check out Tanako today! Register for camps here. For more info, contact Erika Regier.

2025 VBS: Live It Out!

Mark your calendars for the best week of the year: VBS at Central! June 9- 12 - 5 full days of faith and fun! Kids will learn about how to live it out as followers of Jesus. 

Registration is live!

Sign up for VBS: Live it Out!

Crawfish Boil: Youth Fundraiser

On Sunday, March 9th, get ready for an amazing treat! Our Central Youth are selling crawfish plates to raise funds to support scholarships for Central Youth trips and events that provide life changing connection and growth. Last year we gave out 23 scholarships and this year we are hoping to do even more! Order your plates now (orders close Sunday, March 2)! Pick up is March 9 between 10am-2pm.

Youth Events Summer 2025

Central Youth have two awesome opportunities to serve and grow this summer. First, join us as we help serve our neighbor at Ozark Mission Project (OMP)! Then, go to ACCYM Assembly for a week of faith-building and fun! Sign up before the spots fill up:

Sign up for OMP now!

Sign up for Assembly now!

Membership News

In Need of Prayer:

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Mission News

Central is launching a new mission initiative called CENTRAL@! We believe we can make a bigger impact for Jesus in our community with your help! Read more about CENTRAL@ here. 

Get outfitted for our first CENTRAL@ event now! Shop our Bonfire store for CENTRAL@ merch in a black logo and white logo. For more info, or to set up a CENTRAL@ outing, contact Rev. Chase Burns. 

Campus News

Parking Deck: Central has entered into a parking agreement with the City of Fayetteville. This is a pay-to-park arrangement; however, we do not anticipate any disruption to your parking needs. Please note that there will be no enforcement by the city on all day on Sundays and Wednesday evenings. If you would like to ensure uninterrupted parking on all days, please provide your license plate number to Jaime Reinen at jreinen@centraltolife.com. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

The Bible Year

We are a little over halfway through our year of reading the Bible together! If you haven't had a chance to listen to our It's Not Complicated podcast hosted by our pastors, check out our latest episode! Or find it on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.