Garage Sale!
UWF will be having a garage sale on April 29th from 9am – 2pm. Shop our rock bottom prices! We will have antiques and collectibles, household items, decorative items, toys, games, puzzles, glassware, dishes, seasonal items, books, DVD’s, CD’s, linens, craft items, tools, electronics, and more! Proceeds to CWIF missions.
Central Bicentennial – Volunteers needed!
2023 is Central’s Bicentennial year. We would love to celebrate this milestone this fall. We are looking for a team of people to research, organize, and help present the wonderful things Central has done over the years. We can’t do it without you! If you have any interest in the history of Central or know anything about Central’s history, please contact the church office at 765-962-8543.
Serving Refuge of Hope
Refuge of Hope has been an excellent ministry to some of the most vulnerable people in our neighborhoods – homeless women. They have overcome many obstacles and continue to serve with grace, love, and tenacity. Refuge has often been full and has recognized the need for expansion. They are currently planning to renovate the upstairs space at 1032 East Main Street to create more capacity, offer more ministry, and touch more lives with Jesus’ love. They are currently seeking teams who wish to aid in demolition and construction (eg. Swing a sledge hammer, carry out debris, etc.) to help them with this renewed vision. Refuge of Hope is in need of the following items: Toiletries and Cleaner, Paper towels, Laundry Soap, Dryer Sheets, new twin bed sheets, towels and washcloths. If you feel led to serve or give towards this effort, please contact the office to get connected. For all of us, let us pray for this work and these people.
Meijer Simply Give
MEIJER SIMPLY GIVE Spring Campaign for our pantry will be April 2nd to July 2nd. Pickup one of the Simply Give cards, pay for it at check out and all the money will come to our pantry. The cards say $10 but the same card can be used for any amount $10 or more. SATURDAY JUNE 17th WILL BE THE MAGIC MEIJER DOUBLE MATCH DAY.
Camp!
Sign-ups are open for Summer Camp at one of our seven Impact Camps across the State. Go to impact2818.org for more information or ask a pastor. All Central youth automatically receive a 1/2 scholarship due to the generosity of the congregation. Contact a pastor or the church office on how to sign up. Happy Camping!
Foundations for Breakthrough Prayer on Saturday, May 6, 9:00 a.m.-Noon
This is an introduction for churches that would like to begin practicing Breakthrough Prayer. You’ll learn how to launch and fuel this prayer for new God-possibilities. Rev. Sue Nilson Kibbey will be joining us on May 6 for this teaching. It will be held at ten in-person host sites and online. Register through the conference website or at https://inumc.swoogo.com/fbp5623.
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE THIS WEDNESDAY!
We are now just a few days from our spring blood drive to support the American Red Cross in their effort to address the critical blood shortage which exists. We still have a number of slots to fill, so we are looking for past CUMC donors, as well as new donors, to get registered in order to make this a successful blood drive. Go to redcrossblood.org and enter code CUMCRICH in the box that says find a blood drive. Appointment times are available 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 3, 2023The drive will be held in the multipurpose room. Questions? Contact Dana Mollenkopf at papamole@comcast.net or at 765-277-0287.
National Day of Prayer
The Richmond area 2023 National Day of Prayer commemoration sponsored by RAMA will be next Thursday, May 4, 2023. Once again Unveiled church, 721 E Main St., Richmond, has graciously agreed to host and will be open beginning at 7:00 am through 7:00 pm for the community to drop in and pray individually. Prayer stations will be set up in the sanctuary with light music in the background. Light refreshments will be available in the gathering area. At noon – 1:00 pm, the community is invited to gather for a time of corporate praise led by the Unveiled worship team followed by a brief devotional led by Pastor Micah Level. We will then pray together with several local pastors and church leaders leading us in prayers of repentance and for revival in ourselves, our churches, our community, our nation, and our world.
A TIME for FELLOWSHIP, Sunday, May 7th
The AGAPE Adult Discipleship Class invites you to a time of fellowship and refreshments immediately following worship on Sunday, May 7th. PLEASE spend a few minutes with us building relationships with our Central family.
Dinners for Six
Starting in June and continuing through August, we will again be having Dinners for six –by popular demand. We have a lot of new people attending, making this a good time to get involved. Couples, singles, all adults are encouraged to sign up. Summer brings a whole host of new “outings”-picnics, cooking out, homemade ice cream etc. With everyone pitching in a main dish, a salad, or a dessert you have a dinner. OR, something even simpler-Lunch, Brunch, Coffee. Your group, your choice. While food is an enjoyable part of Dinners for Six, just as important is the fellowship. Around the table we hear each other’s stories, we build trust, and we learn to love better. Don’t miss this opportunity to know each other better and make friends for life. Sign up today and May 7th in the hall, or call the office, Jim Puckett, or BJ Toms.
Thank You
The Richmond Gideons want to thank Central for your gift of $256. This is tangible evidence of the love you and your congregation have for making the Word of God available to those whom otherwise might not have a copy. Thank you!
