AN UPDATE FROM PASTOR JENNIECentral Family, Earlier this month we received a letter from our leaders (linked here) inviting us all to join together to meet our year-end giving goal of $1,000,000 by December 31. We’re excited to share that thanks to your early generosity,
we’ve already raised $130,000! We know this goal is within reach, but it takes all of us to play our part. Every gift, large or small, makes an impact! Every dollar prepares us to finish 2025 well and to be ready for the amazing things God has waiting for us in the next year. And here’s the fun part: when we meet our goal, we will ring the church bells and livestream the celebration! Let’s make it happen together. Thank you for your faithfulness, your hope, and your commitment to Central UMC’s mission! In Gratitude, Pastor Jennie |
THIS SUNDAY IS LAST DAY TO ORDER CENTRAL MERCH SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 is last day to order Central Merch! Check out our hoodies, crewnecks, T-shirt, and new hat! You don't want to miss out! This merch would be great for family members and
friends this Christmas season. All orders can be shipped directly to you or can be picked up at Central United Methodist Church. Once orders are complete, you will be notified when ready to pick up. Order here by 11/23/25. |
CHARGE CONFERENCE TO VOTE ON TRINITY On Monday, December 8 @ 6pm, Central Church Council will gather in Wesley room 310 for a called Charge Conference to vote on the adoption of Trinity United Methodist Church. We will discuss the adoption agreement and vote at that time whether to approve
this acquisition. Church Council members are eligible to vote, and all members are welcome to attend. CCA Parents Night Out Need time to finish holiday prep? Whether it's shopping, wrapping or cleaning, the Central Children's Academy is here to help! On Saturday, December 13 on the 1st floor of the SMB, CCA will be hosting a Parents Day Out @9am-3pm
with snacks and lunch provided for your kiddos. The cost is $70 per child and non CCA children will need to provide immunization records to attend. Please contact Kari Horton to sign up. |
HANGING OF THE GREENSJoin us this Sunday, November 23 following the classic service for our annual Hanging of the Greens! We’ll start in the CAC with a pizza party @12:15pm, planning session, then decorate the church campus together. Decorations will
be pre-set — we just need your help putting them up! Childcare will be provided, but families are encouraged to decorate together. Come be part of transforming our space into a beautiful celebration of Advent and Christmas! Sign up here. CHRISTMAS POINSETTIASOrder a poinsettia in memory or honor of a loved one this Advent season. All poinsettias will be displayed in our sanctuary from December 14 through Christmas Eve. Registration ends on Wednesday, December 10. Email Kailee Housley to order now. |
VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDAs we prepare for the Advent season and our growing congregation, Central needs volunteers in many areas for upcoming events and services. Come join us in the spirit of giving and sign up to serve at Central United Methodist Church. We are looking for ushers, AVP, Advent
readers, parking lot directors, communion servers, office helpers, and grant writing experts. Sign up here to help. |
PASTORS' ADVENT STUDYCelebrate how it all began this Advent season as we prepare to study The Christmas Letters by Magrey R. DeVega. Join us in the the Wesley Chapel on Wednesdays, Dec 3, 10, 17 @6pm. We will dive into the New Testament letters Romans, 1 John, Philippians
and Colossians—our first "Christmas letters" of the season. Discover the miracle of Jesus' birth, the mystery of the Incarnation, and God's invitation to deepen your faith. Come for Communion. Stay for the conversation. Let us know you're coming here. Order your book here GOODTIMERS CHRISTMAS LUNCHGoodTimers Christmas Lunch is just around the corner! If you are 65 and up, join us for our annual GoodTimers Christmas Lunch on Wednesday, December 3 @1130 am in the CAC. We will be singing Christmas carols and sharing in fellowship during the Advent
season. Be sure to sign up and we can't wait to see you! Sign up here. LIGHT OF THE OZARKS HOSPITALITY TABLEBring a chair and join us Thursday, December 4, 6-8 pm as we welcome Lighting of the Ozark parade watchers. We will be serving hot chocolate and sharing information about our Advent services this December. Sign up here to volunteer at our hospitality table. Invite family and friends to watch the parade on Dickson Street! If you are interested in helping with our CUMC parade float, please email Rev. Chase Burns and sign up here to help with our Central float team! CENTRAL KIDS MOVIE NIGHTJoin us on Friday, December 12 from 6-8pm in the SMB for a Kids Christmas Movie! Registration includes dinner, popcorn, and hot chocolate. All proceeds will go to supporting our Kid's ministries. Come in your Christmas pajamas and enjoy
celebrating the season with us! Please register by December 10 so that we have an accurate count for food. Click here to register! Contact Erika with any questions. YOUTH PROGRESSIVE DINNERMark your calendars! Youth Progressive Dinner is coming up on Sunday, December 14 @5-730 pm. Sign up here to host a group, provide food, or RSVP to let us know you are coming! We will meet at SMB at regular Youth and then ride buses to our progressive dinners! Come celebrate the Christmas season with us! |
ACCYM VERITAS 2026Mark your calendars for Veritas 2026 for February 27 - March 1! This special retreat is an opportunity for our 6th-12th graders to enjoy a weekend with other UMC churches in Fort Smith. This year you can choose between a Small Groups track or a
Breakouts track! Make sure you get registered by December 31 to make sure you get a T-Shirt. Click here to register! If you have any questions, contact Zack! |
GOOD SAM CHRISTMASCalling all Angels! Our Good Sam Christmas sign up is live! We are serving almost 100 children this season! Please help us make Christmas bright for children and families in need in our Fayetteville Public Schools system. Sign up to help
here for the gift link and here for the food link. Drop off your items at Central on Sunday, December 7th in the Wesley building between 12-2 pm. HAMS NEEDED FOR COMMUNITY MEALSWe are in need of spiral sliced boneless hams for our upcoming Community Meals Christmas Feast. Your contribution helps feed over 100 people each Tuesday and Thursday here at Central. Please contact the church office or Jeanie Hill to coordinate drop off. Drop off by December 8. Beer and Hymns will host it's annual Beer and Carols on Sunday, December 14 @5pm at the Rogers Metroplex Event Center. This year's Beer and Carols will be benefitting our mission partner, Northwest Arkansas Children's Center. Come join us and buy your ticket here. |
NEW WEBSITE: CENTRALUMCFAY.COM!Our new website address is centralumcfay.com! Staff email addresses will also change to end with @centralumcfay.com. This change helps better reflect our identity as Central UMC Fayetteville and make it easier to find and connect with
us online. Please note we are updating our website weekly so stay tuned for more enhancements in the next couple of months. |
In Need of Prayer: Landon Born, David Buckley, Al Gordon, Robin Guadagnini, Rob Hager, Tim Henretty, Morgan Killian, Bob & Janeen Martin, Rick Miller, Gary Montgomery, Connie Nunnally, Kim Olke, Carrie Pettus, Libby Primm, Kevin
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: JAN MOON We are so thankful for the many hands and hearts that serve at Central! Every smile, prayer, and moment given in service makes a difference in our church and our community. This month we would like to share our conversation with Jan Moon, who helps coordinate our Central CARES ministry, on why she serves at Central: Q: What inspires you to give your time and energy through volunteering at Central? A: Volunteering at church has been instilled in me since I was a teen. Jesus taught through His actions that serving others is an act of love and humility. Serving at Central has
brought me great joy because it allows me to share Christ’s love in meaningful, everyday ways. Q: How has serving others through the church impacted your faith or sense of community? A: Serving at
Central has enlarged my family and has reminded me that God can do wondrous things through all kinds of people. This family at Central prays together, cares about one another and shares God’s grace in countless ways. Through service I’ve been reminded that we truly are the hands and feet of Jesus in this troubled world.
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What would you say to someone who’s thinking about getting involved but hasn’t yet? A: Just do it!! There is a place for everyone at Central. Once you take that first step you too will find family and a joy that fills your heart. Believe me, you will receive more than you
give!
Luke 6:38 - “Give and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For the measure you use, it will be measured to you.
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IT'S NOT COMPLICATED: Ask the PastorsIf you’ve ever wondered whether God can genuinely change, this episode is for you. In the latest episode of It’s Not Complicated, we take on a listener’s question about Process Theology and dig into what it really claims and why it matters. It’s a
tightly focused, mind-stretching conversation that breaks down the core ideas clearly enough for newcomers while offering real substance for long-time students of theology. A challenging but deeply rewarding listen. New Podcast Topics: Share Your Ideas!Email us and we would love to take your suggestions for next year's podcasts topics! |
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