BEER & HYMNSGrab a friend and join us for Beer and Hymns event taking place @Tontitown Winery on Sunday, July 13 @ 5pm. This month's events will be raising money for NWA Canopy. For more information visit Beer and Hymns. |
CENTRAL 20's/30'sAttention 18-35 year olds, Central is wanting to start a young adults ministry! We would love to learn more about your interests and how we can plan events and build a ministry with you. Please fill out our interest survey . For more information reach out to Virginia Brown. |
GOODTIMERS EVENT If you are 65 and up, join us for GoodTimers Event on Wednesday, July 23 in Building C @1130-1 pm. Join us for a diner theme with hamburgers, hot dogs, and ice cream sundaes. We are
excited to listen to music from the 1950's-70's, share a meal, and have fellowship with our Central members. See you then! Sign up here |
CUMC Fam, Mark your calendars for Christmas in July at Central! It's too early for Christmas sweaters, but it's never too early to celebrate Christ’s birth—complete with Christmas carols, Christmas stories about the Wisemen who brought gifts to Jesus, and yes, Christmas PJs are welcome! On July 27th we will deck the halls (metaphorically) in red and green and remember that the miracle of Jesus is good news every day, not just in December. As part of our Christmas in July celebration, I want to share a brief financial update and invite you to bring a Christmas sized offering to help us prepare for Fall Kick off events. As of June 2025, our offering gifts have outpaced our 2024 giving by nearly $300,000. This is an incredible testimony to the faithfulness and generosity of each of
you, and the powerful momentum of our church community. Historically, Q3 (July - September) is our lowest giving quarter. It's also the time when we host many important fall events like Back to School Bash and Trunk or Treat and begin preparing for Confirmation and welcoming new U of A Wesley college students. On this Christmas in July, please prayerfully consider giving a bold gift in person or online so that we can continue in all the amazing things God has planned for us in the coming months here at Central. Don't forget: July 27th at 9am or 11am. Bring a friend, and let’s proclaim: Joy to the World—in any season! Grace and Peace, Rev. Jennie
Williams MEMBERSHIP NEWS In Need of Prayer: Amy Bailey, Terry Baker, Harbor Betts, Diana Duell, Jean Ann Faires, Debbie Goff, Jim Griggs, Bob Martin, Art Nelson, Collin Pilkinton, Rachel Robinson, Jamie Shaw Snider, Staci Tyler, Bennie Verdin, Lorenzo Reyes, Rick Miller, Jim and Barbara Carson Our Christian
Sympathy to: Barbara Prichard for the loss of her brother, Karl Rice |
Ozark Mission ProjectLast week, our Central Next Gen Youth participated in Ozark Mission Project in Siloam Springs. They helped our neighbors in Northwest Arkansas and Northeast Oklahoma by processing fallen trees for fire wood,
building wheelchair ramps, and cleaning up yards. Outside of working on these multiple job sites, our youth also participated in worship, scavenger hunts, Mario Kart tournaments, and had the opportunity to build many connections with other youth from around the state. While Central Next Gen Youth was in Siloam
Springs, Central hosted over 120 OMP volunteers here on CUMC campus. Thanks to our generous ministry groups and donors who were were able to provide and serve dinner each evening for the OMP volunteers. It has been a joy having our congregation gather together to Ignite and Empower our community through this amazing mission. Ozark Mission Project exists to transform lives and communities through worship, fellowship, and hands-on mission. Find out more here CAMPUS NEWSSIGNAGE UPDATE We’re moving forward with important updates to our
campus signage to enhance hospitality and way-finding for first-time guests. Our new signage model will assign each building a simple, letter-based identifier to improve clarity and consistency. Here’s what to expect: - Building
A: Formerly the Education Building, this space now houses our Scouts and other ministries. Renaming it will better reflect current and future use.
- Sanctuary: This space will retain its name as our primary worship area and a well-known landmark with its iconic Dickson Street steeple.
- Building B: The Wesley Building
will become Building B.
- Building C: The current CAC, located at the center of campus and currently referred to by multiple names, will be renamed Building C.
- Building D: The Student Ministry Building—which also hosts our academy and functions as a multipurpose space—will be labeled Building D.
This transition will take place over the next several weeks. New signage will be installed gradually, and updated campus maps will be placed at all exit doors and online to help orient visitors. Thank you for your
patience and support as we make our campus more welcoming and accessible for all! STEEPLE RENOVATION Beginning Mid July, TCM is scheduled to begin work on repairing and painting our beautiful steeple, front pillars, and interior Sanctuary walls. So when you see scaffolding and other work going on, you'll know why. Exciting things coming! |
THE BIBLE YEAR PODCASTIn this episode of It’s Not Complicated, we review the books of 2 Corinthians and Galatians, highlighting Paul’s deep emotional appeal and strong defense of the gospel. They unpack themes like strength in weakness,
reconciliation, and freedom through faith in Christ—not the law. From Paul’s personal struggles in 2 Corinthians to his bold confrontation of legalism in Galatians, the episode emphasizes the power of grace and the centrality of the gospel in the believer’s life. You can check out our other episodes here! Or find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Youtube. |
CENTRAL MERCH Get outfitted to
represent CENTRAL now! Shop our Bonfire store front for the latest CENTRAL Merch. |
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