UPCOMING EVENTS

CHECK US OUT SUNDAY 

On Sunday, September 7, join us @10 am for Check Us Out Sunday in the CAC foyer and outside the CAC to learn more about fall classes taking place at Central. Meet people from our Sunday School Classes, Children's Ministry, Missions Ministries, and Adult Ministries to find out ways you can get better connected at Central and engaged in our community. See you then! 

INCLUSIVE CONNECTIONS

Inclusive Connections ministry will meet Thursday, September 11 @ 6:30 pm in Wesley 102 in Building B. This month we will be discuss Carolyn Kennedy- Raising Rainbow Kids. Come join us for fellowship and discuss upcoming events happening here and in our community. All are welcome! 

CENTRAL MEN'S MINISTRY

Central men's ministry will commence their fall semester monthly brunch on Saturday, September 13 @ 9am. This group meets once a month for breakfast and fellowship on the 2nd Saturday of the month in the SMB (building D) starting at 9am. Join us for a time to connect and find ways to serve at Central. Hope to see you there!

WORLD COMMUNION DAY CONCERT

Central will be celebrating World Communion Day on Sunday, October 5 @ 5 pm in our Sanctuary.  We will be lifting up music from around the world—honoring the diversity and unity of the global Church. This special service is not only a spiritual gathering but also a chance to support our 2026 El Salvador Mission Team. With a goal of raising $50,000, all donations collected during this event will help fund this life-changing journey of service, learning, and partnership. Join us in song, in prayer, and in support of this vital mission effort. 

ADULT MINISTRIES

COLLEGE SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS

Attention U of A Students! Central is hosting a Sunday school class for college Students @ 10 am in building B room 304. Invite a friend and let's join together in fun and fellowship. 

20s/30s SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS

Join our 20's and 30's Sunday School Class each Sunday in room 100 in building B @ 10am.  We can't wait to meet you!

WRESTLING WITH DOUBT CLASS

Join us for a fall book study: Wrestling with Doubt, Finding Faith by Adam Hamilton. Doubt isn't the opposite of faith—it's a part of the journey. During this study we'll explore tough questions, honest struggles, and the hope that can emerge from uncertainty. Whether you're wrestling with questions or walking alongside someone who is, this study is for you. Come as you are, and let's grow together. We hope to see you there!

When: Wednesdays @ 6pm beginning September 10

Where: Building B in room 310

RSVP/More Info: HERE

LOVING PEOPLE AND PLANET IN GOD'S NAME CLASS

Join us on Thursday, September 11, 6-8pm in building B room 306 for a transformative study on creation care! This six-week study, Loving People and Planet in God's Name will led by Rev. Lindsey Russell. The purpose of this course is to empower individuals and congregations to faithfully respond to climate justice and creation care. Rooted in Scripture and United Methodist teachings, this study will explore how our faith calls us to be stewards of God's creation. Let's come together to deepen our faith and engage in faithful stewardship of God's

creation! Sign up HERE!

NEW BEGINNINGS BIBLE STUDY

Join us for a Women's Bible Study beginning Wednesday, September 17 @ 6pm. Our study will be, Joshua - Winning the Worry Battle, by Barb Roose. Participants can order workbook through Amazon. This study will be lead by Gail Nebben and Jacque Nagel. Register here.

ADULT CONFIRMATION CLASS

During the NEXTGEN youth confirmation class on Sundays, Central will be offering an adult confirmation class for parents/guardians of those youth participating in confirmation class. The class will meet in rooms 202-204 in building D @ 10am each Sunday. Join us in learning more about what it means to be United Methodist and serve here at Central. Register Here.

MEMBERSHIP NEWS

August Worship Recap: 

In Memoriam Giving:

NEXT GEN MINISTRIES

CONFIRMATION CLASS REGISTRATION

Confirmation is a course for 6th-8th grade students to help them learn what it means to be a United Methodist and a member at Central. In April, each student will be given the opportunity to join Central UMC as a member. The class begins September 7 @ 10am on the 2nd floor of building D (Student Ministries Building). Register your student here. On September 12-14, the confirmation class will be attending a retreat at Camp Tanako - be sure to register here!

WEDNESDAY NIGHTS 

NextGen Wednesdays will start again on September 10! This includes both Club K6 and Youth Hang Time. Club K6 is a time for Kindergarten-6th graders to come together for worship, bible stories, games, and crafts from 6-7:30pm in building D. Youth Hang Time is a time for 7th-12th graders to come together and hang out in a safe space with games, snacks, and good times from 4-7:30pm. Dinner is provided for those at Hang Time. 

SUNDAY NIGHTS 

Sunday Nights kick off for our NextGen Youth (7th-12th grades) on September 7 @5-7pm in building D. Dinner will be provided, so bring a friend and come worship with us! We can't wait to get started up this fall semester! 

THE BIBLE YEAR

THE BIBLE YEAR PODCAST

In this week's episode of It's Not Complicated we take on the book of Hebrews. It's a rich, theologically deep letter that connects the Old and New Testaments like no other. We’ll break down its core message: Jesus is greater. Greater than angels, Moses, the high priests, and the "old" covenant. It’s deep truth, made simple, because following Jesus isn't always easy, but it’s not complicated. You can check out previous episodes here! Or find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Youtube.