30'S AND 40'S WOMEN GATHERING

Take a break from the busyness of life and join us for an evening of connection, encouragement, and relaxed conversation with other women in their 30’s and 40's on Wednesday, June 11th at 4 p.m. at US Pizza. Come as you are, grab a slice, and enjoy a casual time of laughter, support, and community. We’d love for you to join us!

CENTRAL CONNECTIONS 

On Sunday, June 14 at 10:00 a.m., join us in Building C for coffee and refreshments as we explore ways to become better connected at Central and learn more about what it means to be a United Methodist. This is a great opportunity to connect with members, staff, and pastors, ask questions, and learn more about the ministries and community life at Central.We hope you’ll join us for this welcoming time of conversation and connection.

PRIDE PARADE 

NWA's Annual Pride Parade takes place on June 27 at 6:00 p.m. on Dickson Street Bring a chair and join us on Central's lawn outside the sanctuary as we gather in support and celebration during Pride Month. We invite you to be part of this welcoming community event at our Hospitality table to help pass out water and direct people to restrooms during the event. Volunteers should arrive by 5:00 p.m. Volunteers sign-up here.

CHRISMONS 

Come help Central prepare beautiful Chrismons for our Christmas trees this holiday season! We are gathering together to craft Chrismons using styrofoam, balsam wood, and beads as we create meaningful ornaments celebrating the symbols of Christ for our trees around the Central campus. All materials are provided by the Chrismon committee and donations can be made to the church under the “Chrismon Fund.” No experience is needed and every willing heart and helping hand is appreciated! Join us every Wednesday from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in room 306 in Building B, with an additional evening group meeting every other Wednesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. We would love for you to be part of this wonderful time of fellowship, creativity, and preparation for the Christmas season. All are welcome! For more information email Kara Willis.

CENTRAL ON GARLAND 

LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR(HOOD) MAY 31 EVENT

This past Sunday, we kicked things off at the Garland campus with hamburgers and hot dogs while collecting donations for the St. James Food Pantry. It was a great opportunity to share a meal, connect with neighbors, and support an important community resource.

After dinner, we headed over to Vine and Branch / Sicaru Coffee for coffee, desserts, and fellowship. From there, we made our way to Fossil Cove Brewing Co. to wrap up the evening.

We thoroughly enjoyed spending time together, celebrating our community, supporting one another, and strengthening the collaborative spirit that makes our neighborhood so special.

This gathering is part of our ongoing Love Our Neighbor(hood) initiative and will continue as a Fifth Sunday event alongside our community partners. We are excited to keep creating opportunities for service, connection, and shared experiences as we work together to love and serve our neighbors well.

Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, donated, and helped make the evening such a success. We are already looking forward to the next one!

Rev. Dr. Chase Burns

Central on Garland continues to experience exciting momentum as ministries, partnerships, and community engagement grow across the campus.

Sunday Gatherings continue weekly at 10:00 AM in the Dickson St. Campus Chapel, with a current focus on hospitality through The Art of Hospitality: A Practical Guide for a Ministry of Radical Welcome. These conversations are helping shape new opportunities for volunteer involvement, leadership development, outreach, and discipleship.

The long-standing Sunday Suppers Ministry continues to serve the community through meals, connection, and care. Leaders have recently begun exploring future opportunities for kitchen improvements, expanded partnerships, and outreach initiatives while celebrating the many relationships formed through this ministry over the years. This month Central will be hosting June 21st and July 19th. 

The Pantry Ministry also remains strong each Wednesday evening, supported by faithful volunteers and growing conversations around new community partnerships and food access initiatives.

As we look ahead to the return of regular Worship gatherings this September, preparations continue around hospitality systems, volunteer development, campus readiness, and creating spaces of invitation and belonging for the entire community.

Get Connected
Wednesday Food Pantry- Contact Joy Williams

Sunday Supper- Contact Lou Buchanan

United Women in Faith- Contact Nannette Bhaumik

Support the Mission

Central on Garland continues to experience encouraging trends and strong support through ongoing generosity and stewardship. Continued giving is helping sustain ministry efforts, campus preparation, outreach opportunities, and future development across the Garland campus. Donate financially by visiting centralumcfay.com, selecting Give, and choosing the Garland Operational Budget. 

Thank you for continuing to pray, serve, dream, and walk alongside the ministry happening at Central on Garland.

MISSIONS AND OUTREACH 

OZARK MISSION PROJECT 

Central will be hosting the Ozark Mission Project on June 21-27th at our Dickson Street campus. The Ozark Mission Project transforms lives and communities through worship, fellowship, and hands-on mission. For nearly 40 years, the organization has served Arkansans who are unable to safely access their homes due to minor construction needs, yard work, or accessibility challenges such as the need for wheelchair ramps. To find out ways you can help OMP's mission here at Central, please reach out to Jules Anderson. We are in need of sponsoring dinners the week of 6/21-6/27. Please reach out to Melanie Bramlett to sign up for meal donations. 

U OF A WESLEY 

FRESHMAN WELCOME BAGS

The U of A Wesley is preparing to welcome incoming Razorbacks this fall by providing Freshman Welcome Bags to students moving into the dorms. These bags are a simple but meaningful way to help students feel at home as they begin a new chapter at the University of Arkansas. You can support this ministry by purchasing items from the Amazon Wish List, with all items shipping directly to The Wesley for distribution to incoming freshmen. If you know an incoming freshman attending the University of Arkansas, we would also love to connect with them before they arrive on campus. Contact [email protected] with their information. Every item, prayer, and connection helps us extend hospitality and care to students as they begin their college journey.

NEXT GEN MINISTRIES

VBS 2026: Next week!

There's still time to sign up! This year we're looking at some of the most famous stories and parables Jesus told to try to discover the deeper meaning for us now. All Private Eyes (Rising K-6th) are welcome to help us solve these mysteries! 

VBS YOUTH VOLUNTEERS 

Rising 7th-12th graders who are around next week: check out our after VBS hang outs! June 8-11 starting at noon! Join us for all 4 hangouts or jump in when you can!

Email Rev. Virginia to let her know you’re student is coming!

Infant Baptism: 

Will and Christie Rosteck will present their infant daughter, Katherine “Beau” Rosteck, to receive Holy Baptism at the 11:00 a.m. worship service this Sunday, June 7th, in the Sanctuary. The grandparents are Mike and Lori Spencer, and Tom and Kathee Rosteck. Beau is the younger sibling of Wrenleigh Rosteck.

Birth Announcment: 

Craig and Laura are proud grandparents of August William Underwood, born May 30 to Troy and Tyler Underwood.

In Memoriam Giving:

In Memory of Ray Culver

Given by the Forum Sunday School Class

In Memory of Raymond C. Smith

Given by Sondra & Mahlon Gibson

May Attendance

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