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Pastor’s NOTE
Dear Central Family,
There is a wonderful verse from the Apostle Paul: “God is faithful; by him you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord” (1 Corinthians 1:9 NRSV).
The word for “fellowship” is koinonia, which can refer to the spiritual relationship with Jesus Christ and the community of people who are called together into that relationship. In fact, Paul’s understanding of these two things is inseparable. To be “in Christ” is to be in the fellowship of the church. And, by the way, this is the overarching theme for upcoming Sunday series, “A New Family.”
In these early weeks of 2023, we will lift up and celebrate what it means to be the church with special emphasis on our rich branch of faith called Methodism. Wednesday nights will include a visit from Rev. John Wesley (Rev. Jim Matheny), with a forum for sharing about our episcopal system, and questions about the current state of our church. Also, on February 1, we will host a district-wide event with our brand new Episcopal leader, Bishop Sharma Lewis. This event will feature a time of worship, dinner, and separate times when Bishop Lewis will meet with clergy and laity.
I look forward to sharing these rich days with you. I pray they find us all in good health and full of zeal for all things good and holy.
In Christ,
Rick
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
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ASH WEDNESDAY PRAYER WALK
FEBRUARY 22ND
6:00 PM
*DINNER IN GYM @ 5:00PM
A meaningful way to start the Lenten Season as a family. We will observe holy communion, imposition of ashes, and a time for reflection and prayer.
*NURSERY AVAILABLE FOR INFANT—4 YEARS OLD
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
CHURCH-WIDE EASTER EGG HUNT
SUNDAY | APRIL 2ND
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Vacation Bible School 2023
June 20-22 | 9 AM-Noon
WOMEN'S MINISTRY
Annual Women's Retreat
February 24-25, 2023
Register here by 2/16 or visit women.central.community
Friday, February 24
7-9 PM
Dinner and activity with Magnolia Soap Co.
Saturday, February 25
9 AM-1 PM
Keynote speakers, two meals, and optional yoga
with Jane Massey
Friday/Saturday
$45 per person
Saturday Only
$25 per person
$10 childcare per family
For information, contact Virginia Byrd
(601-447-8948)
or
Kathy Busbee
(601-604-2679).
featuring speakers:
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Sophie sims hudson
Meridian Native
Author, Blogger and
"The Big Boo" Podcast Host
Meridian native, Sophie Hudson, loves to laugh more than just about anything, and hopes that through her stories, women find encouragement and hope in the everyday, joy-filled moments of life. Sophie speaks regularly to groups across the country and co-hosts The Big Boo Cast. A graduate of Mississippi State University and the author of six books, Sophie loves cheering like crazy at college football games and watching entire seasons of TV shows in record time. She lives with her husband and son in Birmingham, AL.
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Carol bevil
Author, Coach and Speaker
"Fuel Your Body, Feed Your Soul"
A coach, blogger, and speaker, Carol Bevil is co-founder of Fuel Your Body, Feed Your Soul, a God-first approach to nutrition, body image, and food relationship. Carol has been in the health and fitness industry for thirty years and holds multiple certifications in cycling, personal training, and nutrition. Raised in a Jewish family, Carol surrendered her life to Jesus and was baptized, with her husband, at the age of forty. They have a son and three daughters and live in Birmingham, AL.
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Tuesday morning
Women's bible study
30 Life Principles Bible Study
by Charles Stanley
Tuesdays | 9:30 | 3rd Floor
Adult Activities Room
WOMEN'S COMMUNITY
BIBLE STUDY
WE AREN'T SUPPOSED TO BE THIS LONELY.
In a world that's both more connected and more isolating than ever before, we're often tempted to do life alone, whether because we're so busy or because relationships feel risky and hard. In Find Your People, best selling author Jennie Allen draws on fascinating insights from science and history, timeless biblical truth, and vulnerable stories from her own life.
Third Thursday of each month
NOON-1 PM
CENTRAL UMC
3RD FLOOR
(enter through 22nd Ave. door)
Video followed by discussion
Brown bag lunch
MISSION MINISTRY
Food Packing
February 25
Every 4th Saturday | 7:30 AM
Location: New Life Community Church
3000 State Boulevard, Meridian, MS
HOLIDAY OFFICE SCHEDULE
The church office will be closed on the following holiday:
February 20 - President's Day
SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY
XYZ PROGRAM
FEBRUARY 14
Fellowship Hall | 11:30 AM
WEEKLY
OPPORTUNITIES
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SUNDAY MORNINGS
9:00
Contemporary Worship Service
Fellowship Hall
10:00
Sunday School Small Groups
11:00
Traditional Worship Service
Sanctuary
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SUNDAY NIGHTS
5:00 -6:30
The Zone | Club 412 | Youth
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9:00-9:40 AM
Chair Yoga
No charge
3rd Floor
Yoga Room
Behind the Sanctuary balcony
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9:30-11:30 AM
Women’s Bible Study
Adult Activities Room
3rd Floor
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9:00-9:40 AM
Chair Yoga
No charge
3rd Floor
Yoga Room
Behind the Sanctuary balcony
5:00-6:00 PM
MidWeek Gathering Meal
Reservations Required
See https://centralunitedmethodistchurch.org/midweek
5:30 PM
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
Sanctuary Choir Loft
6:00-7:00 PM
MidWeek Gathering Small Groups | All Ages
Click here if you would like to know more about the Adult Bible Study Small Groups
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Noon-1:00 PM
Women's Community Bible Study
Adult Activities Room
3rd Floor
Bring your own lunch
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Rev. Dr. Rick Brooks 662-871-5602
Rev. Matt Farmer 601-616-7543
Rev. Bob Peden 601-938-7868
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