Celebrating Madeleine Demetriades
Join us on Sunday, May 14th after worship as we say farewell to Madeleine. We’d like to honor her and wish her Godspeed in her new Coordinator of Music position in Dayton, OH.
Love Offering for Madeleine Demetriades
We would like to take up a love offering to present to Madeleine when she plays her last Sunday on May 14th. If you choose to write a check, please make it out to Central UMC and write “Madeleine Demetriades Love Offering” in the memo line. The deadline is May 10th. You may also give online here. Thank you for your kindness. SPRC Chair, Donna Jurgens.
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.
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!
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.
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 May 7th in the hall, or call the office, Jim Puckett, or BJ Toms. Remember Dinners for Six is a monthly get together. Three times with your group.
Community Food Pantry Sunday is Next Sunday!
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.
