WORLD COMMUNION DAY CONCERTCentral will be celebrating World Communion Day in concert on Sunday, October 5 @ 5pm 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 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. |
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALSThis Sunday! Bring your beloved pets—big or small—for a special Blessing of the Animals afternoon at Central's north parking lot on Sunday, October 5 @ 3-4pm. Each pet will receive an individual blessing in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of
animals and creation care. After the blessing, return to Central and join us for the World Communion Concert at 5:00 PM in our sanctuary. All are welcome! Come celebrate God's creation with us. |
INCLUSIVE CONNECTIONSOn Thursday, October 9 @6:30pm Inclusive Connections will meet in building B room 102. This month we are hosting guest speaker, Dr. Kim Hill, DNP, APRN, FPN-C founder and provider at Diversity Family Health-Little Rock over who has
over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Our topic will be "Gender Affirming and LGBTQIA+ Healthcare. Come join us as we connect and learn more about inclusivity. All are welcome! |
WILL AND TRUST WORKSHOPMika McFadden is offering a free Will and Trust Educational Workshop on Wednesday, October 15, @6pm in Building B room 102. This workshop provides an opportunity to learn more about how to protect your IRAs, beneficiaries from losing their inheritance to
lawsuits, how to set up a proper will and trust and much more information for your family to be better prepared for your loved ones and family needs. For more information contact Mika. |
MAGADLENE HOUSE H.E.R AWARDOn September 23, our NWA community came together to celebrate the 8th birthday of Magdalene Serenity House. Eight years ago, Magdalene Serenity House opened its doors to justice-involved women ready to rebuild their lives. What began as a vision has grown into a
vibrant community rooted in recovery, resilience, and second chances. This year, Central United Methodist church is honored to be recognized as the 2025 Outstanding Community Partner Excellence. Thank you to our mission lay leaders, Jane Gearhart and Amy Wyel, along with many of our congregational members who help represent our partnership with this impactful and empowering mission to help women build a better life in our
community. |
MEN'S MINISTRYThis month our Central's Men's Ministry has several upcoming events where you can connect and serve both our church and our community. Come help serve dinner at the U of A Wesley on October 7 @5:30 pm. On Saturday, October 11, we will meet at St James
UMC from 9-11am for a service clean up project. Join us and bring your families to help our NWA neighbors. The men's group is also providing dinner to our community neighbors at New Beginnings on Monday, October 27. For more information on ways to sign up, please contact Brandon Williams. FAYETTEVILLE JCL TRIVIA NIGHTCome join the Junior Civic League of Fayetteville in their fundraising efforts to support the women and children in need in NWA. On Thursday, October 16 @ 6pm at the Fayetteville Public Library, Fayetteville JCl will
hold it's annual Trivia Night. Proceeds from this event benefit Central's local mission partners: Magdalene Serenity House, New Beginnings, Children's Safety Center, Canopy, and many more! It's a great night to gather your friends and dress up to support our local NWA community. MICAH HOPE MINISTRY The Micah Hope Ministry is a local church-based mission that provides spiritual community and long-term supportive housing for men who have completed addiction treatment. This ministry offers men the opportunity to develop a relationship with Jesus while also offering
hope for all those affected by addiction. On October 9 at 6:30 at Christ Church NWA, Micah Hope Ministry will be holding its yearly fundraiser with all proceeds going to their dedicated mission. Sign up here to attend. |
This U of A Wesley will be hosting a 5 K on Saturday, October 4 @9am at our Wesley Campus. Register HERE to join us and help support our college ministry. |
BRUNCH AT THE WESLEY Join us as at the U of A Wesley on Saturday, October
18 @11am as we celebrate Parents Weekend with good food and community! This free event is open to current students, families, and alumni—we’d love to see you there. Register here to attend. Lily Bernath, Barry Bramlett, Beth Storey Bryan, Bradshaw Cate, Ryan Kenaga, Bob Martin, Rick Miller,
Carrie Pettus, Nora Regan, Carol Sharkey, Bill and Suzy Stringer Our Christian Sympathy to: Adrienne Ingram and family in the death of her grandfather, Josh Morris. Jay, Kelly, George and Harris Marconi in the death of their mom and grandmother, Peggy Marconi. Baptisms: Terah and Dane Munstermann will present their infant daughter, Isla Cathryn Munstermann, to receive Holy Baptism at the 11:00 a.m. worship service this Sunday, October 5th, in the Sanctuary. The maternal grandparents are Brenda and Geron Vail and the paternal grandmother is Beverly Munstermann. September Attendance September Memorial Gifts: Given In Memory of Bob Cantrell By: Jerry and Jan Moon Shelly Moran Given In Memory of Beverly Darwin By: Jerry and Jan Moon Suzanne Stanton Given In Memory of Liston Barber By: Jerry and Jan Moon Given In Memory of Monroe Harrison By: Mahlon and Sondra Gibson David Gearhart |
VOTE ON OUR FALL APPAREL DESIGNWe're picking the style for this year's Central UMC Fall Apparel, and we want your input. Take a minute to vote for the design you like best!CENTRAL NAME TAGSAttention Central members, want a jazzy new nametag to wear at all things Central? Order Here to purchase your very own name tag. The order link will be open until 10/30 and you will contacted when ready for pick up at church office. Get yours today! |
NEXTGEN PROGRAMS NextGen Programs are back in action on Sunday and Wednesday evenings! Youth meets on Sundays in building D starting @5 pm. Dinner is provided, so bring a friend and come worship with us! On Wednesdays, Club K6 is for
Kindergarten - 6th graders, to are share in worship, bible stories, games, and crafts from 6-7:30pm in building D. Youth Hang Time is for 7th-12th graders, and provides a place hang out in a safe space with games, snacks, and good times from 4-7:30pm. Dinner is provided for those at Hang Time. We can't wait to share the love of Christ with each of you this semester. Contact Zack or Erika for any questions. NEXTGEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDFall programming is in full swing and we still need your help! Next Gen is in need of leaders in the following areas: Youth Sunday School, Confirmation, and Club K6. If you'd like to get connected, please contact Zack or Erika! CLUB K6 FAMILY DINNERParents of Club K6 kids - Join Amanda Huddleston and other families for dinner before Club K6 on Wednesdays. The group will meet for dinner prior to Club K6 at a location close to the church. Contact Amanda to get connected! REFUGE RETREATNEXTGEN 6-9th graders, mark your calendars on November 7-9 for Refuge Retreat. Refuge is an opportunity for 6th-9th grade youth to be introduced to the connectional events of the Arkansas Conference Council
on Youth Ministries of the United Methodist Church. They enjoy a weekend in the beautiful outdoors, focusing on Christ, developing friendships, and having fun while getting away from the busyness of life. This event will be held at Shepherd of the Ozarks, a great setting filled with large, comfortable log cabins surrounded by bluffs and a creek. Register HERE. Join us for our annual Trunk-or-Treat on Wednesday, October 29 in Central's parking lot! @6-8pm Come in costume for Trunk-or-Treating, dinner, and smores! All classes and groups are welcome to participate and decorate a trunk. If you're interested in hosting a trunk please sign up HERE! |
NEW PODCAST SERIES: STRANGER THINGSIn this episode of It’s Not Complicated, we tackle one of the Bible’s most shocking and often misunderstood passages: 2 Kings 2:23–24. As the pastors talk about their favorite bear movies, join us as we explore the
deeper meaning behind this strange story, what it says about prophetic authority, and why, it turns out, it’s not as complicated as it seems.You can check out previous episodes here! Or find it
on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Youtube. |
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