9/22/23 Updates
Don’t Forget!
Children will be dismissed with an adult during the second hymn to participate in Children’s Church where they will get the same message as the adults!
Thank You!
Thank you to everyone who purchase candles or gave a donation over the past few weeks. Because of your generosity and the generosity of our childcare parents, we were able to raise $3,202.70! This will be a big help in updating our classrooms to go alongside our new curriculum. Be on the lookout for updates to our space!
– Kathy George & Christin Hampton
The Reid Center Community Celebration
You’re invited to the Reid Center’s Community Celebration Sunday September 24th, at 4pm at 1004 N A St., Richmond, IN. Our very own Dr. Shiyu Wang will be accompanying. Youth from local schools along with IU East will be performing. We hope to see you there!
Lunch Bunch
The Lunch Bunch Circle will meet on September 27th at 11:30am in Fellowship Hall. All Central ladies are invited to come. We discuss many different topics. We welcome all who come. If you have any questions, contact Electa Berk.
Save These Dates!
Be on the lookout for more information for these events.
Trunk-or-Treat with First UMC – October 28th
UWF Fall Pop-Up – November 4th at 10am
Bicentennial Celebration – November 12th after worship
UWF All Church Luncheon – December 3rd after worship
Our Neighborhood Christmas Festival – December 9th at 4pm
(If you are interested in helping organize the Christmas festival, please contact Christin at 765-962-8543 or email christin@richmondcumc.com)
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8/18/23 Updates
Central Childcare Fundraiser!
Starting now through September 15th, Central’s Childcare is having a Warm Glow Candle Fundraiser! We are very excited to get started using a new curriculum, Teaching Strategies: Gold and Creative Curriculum! Along with customizing their activities and curriculum to fit the needs of the kids, we would like to begin making some changes to our classrooms. That’s where the fundraiser comes in! In order to make these changes to best benefit the children, there will be furniture we will need to purchase, as well as some additional supplies for some of the centers. I am very excited about what the future holds at Central Childcare -Kathy George
Come visit us after worship this Sunday in the main hallway to order your candles or other smell-good items! Please make all checks out to Central United Methodist Church and put “Childcare Fundraiser” in the memo line. We will also accept card and cash.
Don’t want candles but still want to donate? You can give online here!
Click here for a list of all available items
Welcome Back TRIBE!
On the 27th Tribe will have it first day back from the summer with a massive Kick-off party! And this invitation also includes our 5-6th graders as well! We will start with a cookout at the Middle Fork reservoir park at shelter #4, were we will be grilling out family favorites like hamburgers, hotdogs, grilled chicken and more. Shortly after we will move on to our massive water war, where Tribe members/family members will meet on the battlefield to wage wholesome wet watery war. We will have some water guns and balloons available, and you are welcomed to bring your own arsenal or armory, but nothing that could harm others. We want a nice clean fight. We will have many other activities and games for families as well, who may not want to get wet, so please come even if you have no desire to get wet. And please be encouraged to bring friends, we want to have fun but also want to spread the love of Jesus to our neighbors as well. If there is anyone interested in volunteering to help with set up, I would love to hear from you, please call me at 419-376-9914. Blessings and thank you! – Stephen Flores
Community Food Pantry
$21,710 is the total of the Meijer’s SIMPLY GIVE summer promotion for our pantry! Thank you very, very much to everyone who contributed. This is the second highest amount we have ever received through this Meijer program. The $24,060 we received in 2020 was part of a Meijer Corporation special gift to help pantries deal with the effects of the pandemic. This $21,710 is nearly identical to our 2023 first six month loss. We are extremely thankful to each donor, Meijer Corporation for their matching gift and God’s blessing of our ministry.
UWF Fall District Celebration
Our first UWF gathering for fall will be held at the COPE Environmental Center on Thursday, Sept. 14 from 9:30-1:30. We will be joined by women from all over the East District. We will meet at CUMC at 9:00 to carpool to Cope, near Centerville. There will be a light lunch offered and a free will offering will be taken at this event. CREATIVE HANDS will also meet that day here at CUMC from 9:00-1:00, with a light lunch offered at noon. If you have any questions call Ann Cashner at 765-994-1979 or text that number.
Grief Share
No matter what the circumstances, grief recovery is a painful process. To aid in that journey, a community Grief Share support group jointly hosted by the First Presbyterian and the First English Lutheran Churches of Richmond is available and goes from August 10th – November 2nd at the First English Lutheran Church, 2727 East Main Street in Richmond. The group will meet each Thursday morning from 10am – 11:30am. For more information call 765-962-5773 or email parishadministrator@felconline.org
Point-in-Time Count
Every year, the Federal Government commissions a census of the homeless population to better allocate funding across the country. In Indiana, the Continuum of Care is charged with conducting these counts. This year, that date falls on August 25th. Central will again host the efforts of this count. The Emergency Resource Room will open to make sure those on the street have what they need. Please be in prayer for the many homeless neighbors we have in Richmond. If you feel led to join our efforts, please contact Dana Mollenkopf or the church office about the count.
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8/11/23 Updates
Listening Sessions with Pastor Doug – Last Chance!
I am inviting you and urging you to join me for a listening session. The purpose of each session is for me to learn more about this congregation that I am privileged to serve for a season. The listening session will last about 90 minutes with up to 16 participants. You can sign up for today, Sunday, August 13th with the signup sheets in the narthex Help me to get to know you so that I can better serve with you.
Peace, Pastor Doug
Children’s Ministry Meeting
Immediately after worship today, Sunday August 11th. We will meet in room 252. Anyone interested in being on the Education Advisory Team is welcome to join as well. All former teachers, educators, and those interested in child development are welcome to attend. Parents you can bring your kids! We will discuss the launching of a new model of Children’s Church so it will be very exciting!
Childcare Fundraiser Starting Next Sunday!
Starting August 20th – September 15th, Central’s Childcare will be having a Warm Glow Candle Fundraiser! We are very excited to get started using a new curriculum, Teaching Strategies: Gold and Creative Curriculum! This program gives us tools that can assist us in assessing children’s development in 3 categories: Cognitive, Physical, and Social/Emotional.
Along with customizing their activities and curriculum to fit their needs, we would like to begin making some changes to our classrooms. That’s where the fundraiser comes in! Creative Curriculum utilizes “centers” to help split the room into separate learning areas such as Dramatic Play, Math & Science, Art, Music, Manipulatives(puzzles, blocks), and Literacy, as well as a “quiet corner” for children to go to when they want to have some alone time or to help them calm down. In order to make these changes to best benefit the children, there will be furniture we will need to purchase, as well as some additional supplies for some of the centers. I am very excited about what the future holds at Central Childcare and can’t wait to see the difference it makes in our little one’s growth and overall development! -Kathy George
Community Food Pantry
$21,710 is the total of the Meijer’s SIMPLY GIVE summer promotion for our pantry! Thank you very, very much to everyone who contributed. This is the second highest amount we have ever received through this Meijer program. The $24,060 we received in 2020 was part of a Meijer Corporation special gift to help pantries deal with the effects of the pandemic. This $21,710 is nearly identical to our 2023 first six month loss. We are extremely thankful to each donor, Meijer Corporation for their matching gift and God’s blessing of our ministry.
UWF Fall District Celebration
Our first UWF gathering for fall will be held at the COPE Environmental Center on Thursday, Sept. 14 from 9:30-1:30. We will be joined by women from all over the East District. We will meet at CUMC at 9:00 to carpool to Cope, near Centerville. There will be a light lunch offered and a free will offering will be taken at this event. CREATIVE HANDS will also meet that day here at CUMC from 9:00-1:00, with a light lunch offered at noon. If you have any questions call Ann Cashner at 765-994-1979 or text that number.
Endowments
As we move toward the end of this calendar year, it is a good time to consider gifts. If you are interested in making a gift to your church, now is the time to put your plan into effect. The gift of stocks or bonds can benefit you with additional tax credits. All gifts of a monetary nature can be used for reducing potential tax consequences. Additionally if you do not have a will, there is no better time than now to establish your future desires. If you have questions, please contact Jan Passmore who Chairs our Endowment Committee.
Developing a Mentorship Model for Youth
Rev. Paul Samura will be conducting a six-week interactive training workshop from August 20th – September 30th. There are only a few spots left! If you are interested or want more information, please contact the church office at 765-962-8543
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8/4/23 Updates
Sunday Greeters & Communion Helpers
Sign-up to be a Sunday Greeter or a Communion Helper! There are sign-up sheets in the entryway. We would like to have 2 people for each Sunday as greeters and 4 helpers a month for communion. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.
Sign-up to be a Sunday Greeter or a Communion Helper! There are sign-up sheets in the entryway. We would like to have 2 people for each Sunday as greeters and 4 helpers a month for communion. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.
Developing a Mentorship Model for Youth
Rev. Paul Samura will be conducting a six-week interactive training workshop from August 20th – September 30th. There are only a few spots left! If you are interested or want more information, please contact the church office at 765-962-8543
Rev. Paul Samura will be conducting a six-week interactive training workshop from August 20th – September 30th. There are only a few spots left! If you are interested or want more information, please contact the church office at 765-962-8543
Ushers Needed!
We are in need of 3 ushers to join our teams. You will be serving 2 Sundays in a row and then off for 4 Sundays. A Central usher greets every person with kindness, willing to show a person where the restroom is, can find the Upper Room booklet and other duties as required. A Central usher is always serving the Lord as they do their duties. Being a Central usher represents how Central relates to the congregation and visitors. If you are interested in serving, please see Electa Berk or call the church office at 765-962-8543.
We are in need of 3 ushers to join our teams. You will be serving 2 Sundays in a row and then off for 4 Sundays. A Central usher greets every person with kindness, willing to show a person where the restroom is, can find the Upper Room booklet and other duties as required. A Central usher is always serving the Lord as they do their duties. Being a Central usher represents how Central relates to the congregation and visitors. If you are interested in serving, please see Electa Berk or call the church office at 765-962-8543.
Endowments
As we move toward the end of this calendar year, it is a good time to consider gifts. If you are interested in making a gift to your church, now is the time to put your plan into effect. The gift of stocks or bonds can benefit you with additional tax credits. All gifts of a monetary nature can be used for reducing potential tax consequences. Additionally if you do not have a will, there is no better time than now to establish your future desires. If you have questions, please contact Jan Passmore who Chairs our Endowment Committee.
As we move toward the end of this calendar year, it is a good time to consider gifts. If you are interested in making a gift to your church, now is the time to put your plan into effect. The gift of stocks or bonds can benefit you with additional tax credits. All gifts of a monetary nature can be used for reducing potential tax consequences. Additionally if you do not have a will, there is no better time than now to establish your future desires. If you have questions, please contact Jan Passmore who Chairs our Endowment Committee.
Childcare Fundraiser Coming Soon!
Starting August 20th – September 15th, Central’s Childcare will be having a Warm Glow Candle Fundraiser! We are very excited to get started using a new curriculum, Teaching Strategies: Gold and Creative Curriculum! This program gives us tools that can assist us in assessing children’s development in 3 categories: Cognitive, Physical, and Social/Emotional.
Starting August 20th – September 15th, Central’s Childcare will be having a Warm Glow Candle Fundraiser! We are very excited to get started using a new curriculum, Teaching Strategies: Gold and Creative Curriculum! This program gives us tools that can assist us in assessing children’s development in 3 categories: Cognitive, Physical, and Social/Emotional.
Along with customizing their activities and curriculum to fit their needs, we would like to begin making some changes to our classrooms. That’s where the fundraiser comes in! Creative Curriculum utilizes “centers” to help split the room into separate learning areas such as Dramatic Play, Math & Science, Art, Music, Manipulatives(puzzles, blocks), and Literacy, as well as a “quiet corner” for children to go to when they want to have some alone time or to help them calm down. In order to make these changes to best benefit the children, there will be furniture we will need to purchase, as well as some additional supplies for some of the centers. I am very excited about what the future holds at Central Childcare and can’t wait to see the difference it makes in our little one’s growth and overall development!
-Kathy George
-Kathy George
Listening Sessions with Pastor Doug
I am inviting you and urging you to join me for a listening session. The purpose of each session is for me to learn more about this congregation that I am privileged to serve for a season. The listening sessions will last about 90 minutes with up to 16 participants. Please request childcare if that will be needed to attend. You can sign up for Sunday, August 6th or 13th with the signup sheets in the narthex or phone the office to reserve your place and request childcare. Please sign up TODAY to attend one of these sessions. Help me to get to know you so that I can better serve with you.
Peace,
Pastor Doug
I am inviting you and urging you to join me for a listening session. The purpose of each session is for me to learn more about this congregation that I am privileged to serve for a season. The listening sessions will last about 90 minutes with up to 16 participants. Please request childcare if that will be needed to attend. You can sign up for Sunday, August 6th or 13th with the signup sheets in the narthex or phone the office to reserve your place and request childcare. Please sign up TODAY to attend one of these sessions. Help me to get to know you so that I can better serve with you.
Peace,
Pastor Doug
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7/28/23 Updates
Listening Sessions with Pastor Doug
I am inviting you and urging you to join me for a listening session. The purpose of each session is for me to learn more about this congregation that I am privileged to serve for a season. At each session, I will ask you to share with me four things:
1) The best thing(s) about this church;
2) Our biggest challenge or opportunity currently;
3) What midsize miracle for the church you pray to have happen; and
4) How this church has helped you grow spiritually.
The listening sessions will last about 90 minutes with up to 16 participants, Please register by phone with the church office if you are attending the sessions this Sunday, You can sign up for Sunday, August 6th or 13th with the signup sheets in the narthex or phone the office to reserve your place and request childcare. Please sign up TODAY to attend one of these sessions. Help me to get to know you so that I can better serve with you.
Peace,
Pastor Doug
Central is hosting the Chanticleer String Quartet
Monday, July 31st at 6pm in the Sanctuary the cost is FREE! This will be a benefit for Columbian Properties & Cross Road Christian Recovery Center. Contact Martin Holman at 765-220-0830 for details.
Sunday Greeters & Communion Servers
Sign-up to be a Sunday Greeter or a Communion Server! There are sign-up sheets in the entryway. We would like to have 2 people for each Sunday as greeters and 4 servers a month for communion. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.
Ushers Needed!
We are in need of 3 ushers to join our teams. You will be serving 2 Sundays in a row and then off for 4 Sundays. A Central usher greets every person with kindness, willing to show a person where the restroom is, can find the Upper Room booklet and other duties as required. A Central usher is always serving the Lord as they do their duties. Being a Central usher represents how Central relates to the congregation and visitors. We need ushers starting July 30th. If you are interested in serving, please see Electa Berk or call the church office at 765-962-8543.
Endowments
As we move toward the end of this calendar year, it is a good time to consider gifts. If you are interested in making a gift to your church, now is the time to put your plan into effect. The gift of stocks or bonds can benefit you with additional tax credits. All gifts of a monetary nature can be used for reducing potential tax consequences. Additionally if you do not have a will, there is no better time than now to establish your future desires. If you have questions, please contact Jan Passmore who chairs our Endowment Committee.
Childcare Fundraiser Coming Soon!
Starting August 20th – September 15th, Central’s Childcare will be having a Warm Glow Candle Fundraiser! We are very excited to get started using a new curriculum, Teaching Strategies: Gold and Creative Curriculum! This program gives us tools that can assist us in assessing children’s development in 3 categories: Cognitive, Physical, and Social/Emotional.
Along with customizing their activities and curriculum to fit their needs, we would like to begin making some changes to our classrooms. That’s where the fundraiser comes in! Creative Curriculum utilizes “centers” to help split the room into separate learning areas such as Dramatic Play, Math & Science, Art, Music, Manipulatives(puzzles, blocks), and Literacy, as well as a “quiet corner” for children to go to when they want to have some alone time or to help them calm down. In order to make these changes to best benefit the children, there will be furniture we will need to purchase, as well as some additional supplies for some of the centers. I am very excited about what the future holds at Central Childcare and can’t wait to see the difference it makes in our little one’s growth and overall development!
– Kathy George
Developing a Mentorship Model for Youth
Rev. Paul Samura will be conducting a six-week interactive training workshop from August 20th – September 30th. There are only a few spots left! If you are interested or want more information, please contact the church office at 765-962-8543
Rev. Paul Samura will be conducting a six-week interactive training workshop from August 20th – September 30th. There are only a few spots left! If you are interested or want more information, please contact the church office at 765-962-8543
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7/21/23 Updates
Listening Sessions with Pastor Doug
I am inviting you and urging you to join me for a listening session. The purpose of each session is for me to learn more about this congregation that I am privileged to serve for a season. At each session, I will ask you to share with me four things:
1) the best thing(s) about this church;
2) our biggest challenge or opportunity currently;
3) what midsize miracle for the church you pray to have happen; and
4) how this church has helped you grow spiritually.
The listening sessions will last about 90 minutes with up to 16 participants, Please register by phone with the church office if you are attending the sessions this Sunday, July 23 – either at noon (light lunch provided prior) or 2 PM. Please request child care if that will be needed to attend. You can also sign up for Sunday, August 6th or 13th with the signup sheets in the narthex or phone the office to reserve your place and request childcare. Please sign up TODAY to attend one of these sessions. Help me to get to know you so that I can better serve with you.
Peace,
Pastor Doug
Pastor Doug
Sunday Greeters & Communion Helpers
Sign-up to be a Sunday Greeter or a Communion Helper! There are sign-up sheets in the entryway. We would like to have 2 people for each Sunday as greeters and 4 helpers a month for communion. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.
Sign-up to be a Sunday Greeter or a Communion Helper! There are sign-up sheets in the entryway. We would like to have 2 people for each Sunday as greeters and 4 helpers a month for communion. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.
Ushers Needed!
We are in need of 3 ushers to join our teams. You will be serving 2 Sundays in a row and then off for 4 Sundays. A Central usher greets every person with kindness, willing to show a person where the restroom is, can find the Upper Room booklet and other duties as required. A Central usher is always serving the Lord as they do their duties. Being a Central usher represents how Central relates to the congregation and visitors. We need ushers starting July 30th. If you are interested in serving, please see Electa Berk or call the church office at 765-962-8543.
Central is hosting the Chanticleer String Quartet
Monday, July 31st at 6pm in the Sanctuary the cost is FREE! This will be a benefit for Columbian Properties & Cross Road Christian Recovery Center. Contact Martin Holman at 765-220-0830 for details.
Developing a Mentorship Model for Youth
Rev. Paul Samura will be conducting a six-week interactive training workshop from August 20th – September 30th. There are only a few spots left! If you are interested or want more information, please contact the church office at 765-962-8543
We have a new Receptionist!
With great pleasure, we finally, officially welcome Carla Gillespie to our staff. Carla brings a wealth of experience, professionalism, and a friendly demeanor that will undoubtedly enhance our church’s presents in our community and provide exceptional service to our members. Carla possesses excellent communication skills and a keen attention to detail, ensuring that all visitors are greeted warmly and their needs are met promptly. Carla is wonderful at making everyone feel comfortable and valued, regardless of their background or purpose of visit. Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Carla, our newest staff member, and the friendly face that will greet you at our reception desk. We look forward to the many contributions she will make to our church and the outstanding service she will provide to all who enter our doors.
We have a “new” Business Coordinator!
Don’t worry, Christin is still with us. She has been a part of our staff for almost 8 years and brings a wealth of expertise and a strong dedication to streamlining operations. As our Business Coordinator, Christin will play a pivotal role in facilitating communication and collaboration with various organizations and our childcare. Christin is a skilled communicator, adept at fostering positive relationships with both internal staff members and external non-profits and other organizations in and around Wayne County. She will serve as a point of contact for many outreach initiatives ensuring effective and timely communication to facilitate successful partnerships. We are confident that Christin will bring fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and a proactive approach to our church’s involvement with the community. Her dedication, professionalism, and strong problem-solving abilities will undoubtedly contribute to our continued growth. We look forward to the positive impact she will have on our operations and her valuable contributions to the community.
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7/14/23 Updates
Sunday Greeters & Communion Helpers
Sign-up to be a Sunday Greeter or a Communion Helper! There are sign-up sheets in the entryway. We would like to have 2 people for each Sunday as greeters and 4 helpers a month for communion. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.
Developing a Mentorship Model for Youth
Rev. Paul Samura will be conducting a six-week interactive training workshop from August 20th – September 30th. There are only a few spots left! If you are interested or want more information, please contact the church office at 765-962-8543
Ushers Needed!
We are in need of 3 ushers to join our teams. You will be serving 2 Sundays in a row and then off for 4 Sundays. A Central usher greets every person with kindness, willing to show a person where the restroom is, can find the Upper Room booklet and other duties as required. A Central usher is always serving the Lord as they do their duties. Being a Central usher represents how Central relates to the congregation and visitors. We need ushers starting July 30th. If you are interested in serving, please see Electa Berk or call the church office at 765-962-8543.
Attendance
Those of you who have been around for a while may remember signing your name on the attendance pads on Sunday mornings. We stopped this practice during the pandemic and feel it is time to bring it back! Starting today, July 9th, we will have attendance pads on the pews for you to “sign in.” By doing this, it will help us know who is here and who we need to reach out too. If you have any questions, please see an usher or contact the church office at 765-962 8543.
Those of you who have been around for a while may remember signing your name on the attendance pads on Sunday mornings. We stopped this practice during the pandemic and feel it is time to bring it back! Starting today, July 9th, we will have attendance pads on the pews for you to “sign in.” By doing this, it will help us know who is here and who we need to reach out too. If you have any questions, please see an usher or contact the church office at 765-962 8543.
Wisdom Study
The Wisdom Study is starting back up! Have you wanted to attend but thought we were to far into the study to join? Now is your chance! We will be starting fresh on July 12th at 10am. You just need your Bible and an open heart. Contact Pastor Ashley (ashley@richmondcumc.com) with interest and questions.
The Wisdom Study is starting back up! Have you wanted to attend but thought we were to far into the study to join? Now is your chance! We will be starting fresh on July 12th at 10am. You just need your Bible and an open heart. Contact Pastor Ashley (ashley@richmondcumc.com) with interest and questions.
Central is hosting the Chanticleer String Quartet
Monday, July 31st at 6pm in the Sanctuary the cost is FREE! This will be a benefit for Columbian Properties & Cross Road Christian Recovery Center. Contact Martin Holman at 765-220-0830 for details.
We have a new Receptionist!
With great pleasure, we finally, officially welcome Carla Gillespie to our staff. Carla brings a wealth of experience, professionalism, and a friendly demeanor that will undoubtedly enhance our church’s presents in our community and provide exceptional service to our members. Carla possesses excellent communication skills and a keen attention to detail, ensuring that all visitors are greeted warmly and their needs are met promptly. Carla is wonderful at making everyone feel comfortable and valued, regardless of their background or purpose of visit. Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Carla, our newest staff member, and the friendly face that will greet you at our reception desk. We look forward to the many contributions she will make to our church and the outstanding service she will provide to all who enter our doors.
We have a “new” Business Coordinator!
Don’t worry, Christin is still with us. She has been a part of our staff for almost 8 years and brings a wealth of expertise and a strong dedication to streamlining operations. As our Business Coordinator, Christin will play a pivotal role in facilitating communication and collaboration with various organizations and our childcare. Christin is a skilled communicator, adept at fostering positive relationships with both internal staff members and external non-profits and other organizations in and around Wayne County. She will serve as a point of contact for many outreach initiatives ensuring effective and timely communication to facilitate successful partnerships. We are confident that Christin will bring fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and a proactive approach to our church’s involvement with the community. Her dedication, professionalism, and strong problem-solving abilities will undoubtedly contribute to our continued growth. We look forward to the positive impact she will have on our operations and her valuable contributions to the community.
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7/7/23 Updates
Sunday Greeters & Communion Helpers
Sign-up to be a Sunday Greeter or a Communion Helper! There are sign-up sheets in the entryway. We would like to have 2 people for each Sunday as greeters and 4 helpers a month for communion. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.
Sign-up to be a Sunday Greeter or a Communion Helper! There are sign-up sheets in the entryway. We would like to have 2 people for each Sunday as greeters and 4 helpers a month for communion. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.
UNITED WOMEN IN FAITH
UWF will take a summer break. There will be no UWF meetings in June, July, or August. UWF will resume in the fall, when we will elect and install our officers and have a memorial service for those women who have passed in 2022 and 2023. Mark your calendar for Thursday, Sept. 14 at 1:00, in Fellowship Hall. ALL women are welcome.
Developing a Mentorship Model for Youth
Rev. Paul Samura will be conducting a six-week interactive training workshop from August 20th – September 30th. There are only a few spots left! If you are interested or want more information, please contact the church office at 765-962-8543
Community Food Pantry Sunday is Sunday!
Community Food Pantry Sunday is the second Sunday of the month. The pantry needs our contributions of food and other necessities. We are currently in need of Non-perishable items, cereal, and instant mashed potatoes. Cash contributions may also be made using the envelopes in the pew racks. Simply mark them for “Food Pantry” and place in the offering plate.
Community Food Pantry Sunday is the second Sunday of the month. The pantry needs our contributions of food and other necessities. We are currently in need of Non-perishable items, cereal, and instant mashed potatoes. Cash contributions may also be made using the envelopes in the pew racks. Simply mark them for “Food Pantry” and place in the offering plate.
Ushers Needed!
We are in need of 3 ushers to join our teams. You will be serving 2 Sundays in a row and then off for 4 Sundays. A Central usher greets every person with kindness, willing to show a person where the restroom is, can find the Upper Room booklet and other duties as required. A Central usher is always serving the Lord as they do their duties. Being a Central usher represents how Central relates to the congregation and visitors. We need ushers starting July 30th. If you are interested in serving, please see Electa Berk or call the church office at 765-962-8543.
We are in need of 3 ushers to join our teams. You will be serving 2 Sundays in a row and then off for 4 Sundays. A Central usher greets every person with kindness, willing to show a person where the restroom is, can find the Upper Room booklet and other duties as required. A Central usher is always serving the Lord as they do their duties. Being a Central usher represents how Central relates to the congregation and visitors. We need ushers starting July 30th. If you are interested in serving, please see Electa Berk or call the church office at 765-962-8543.
Wisdom Study
The Wisdom Study is starting back up! Have you wanted to attend but thought we were to far into the study to join? Now is your chance! We will be starting fresh on July 12th at 10am. You just need your Bible and an open heart. Contact Pastor Ashley (ashley@richmondcumc.com) with interest and questions.
Attendance
Those of you who have been around for awhile may remember signing your name on the attendance pads on Sunday mornings. We stopped this practice during the pandemic and feel it is time to bring it back! Starting today, July 9th, we will have attendance pads on the pews for you to “sign in.” By doing this, it will help us know who is here and who we need to reach out too. If you have any questions, please see an usher or contact the church office at 765-962 8543.
Those of you who have been around for awhile may remember signing your name on the attendance pads on Sunday mornings. We stopped this practice during the pandemic and feel it is time to bring it back! Starting today, July 9th, we will have attendance pads on the pews for you to “sign in.” By doing this, it will help us know who is here and who we need to reach out too. If you have any questions, please see an usher or contact the church office at 765-962 8543.
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6/30/23 Updates
THE CHURCH OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, JULY 3RD AND TUESDAY, JULY 4TH
TRIBE at Scene 75
Tribe will be traveling to Dayton, OH to spend an afternoon gaming and playing at the one and only Scene 75 on July 1st! For those who don’t know, it is a massive facility with a huge selection of arcade games, with a go-karts course, Laser tag arena, mini- bowling lanes, sand volleyball area, 4D Theater, 2 mini golf courses, a homerun zone and an indoor roller-coaster called “the Tsunami”. This invitation is to all tribe members and their families, and extends to the 5-6th graders as well. We will be leaving 11am on Saturday July 1st (from Central United to Dayton and back) and will be returning around 4pm. Interested in going please sign up online by contacting myself at Stephen@Richmondcumc.com or on the sign-up sheet at your church. Lastly, we are also in need of chaperones as well, please contact Stephen if you are interested.
First Sunday Choir
First Sunday Choir is an ad hoc group offering music for our summer worship services on first Sundays. Choir call next Sunday (July 2) is 9:30am in the Choir Room; all interested singers are welcome. If you have questions, please contact Frederick (Fred) Chatfield at (937) 478-9208.
Sunday Greeters & Communion Helpers
Sign-up to be a Sunday Greeter or a Communion Helper! There are sign-up sheets in the entryway. We would like to have 2 people for each Sunday as greeters and 4 helpers a month for communion. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.
UNITED WOMEN IN FAITH
UWF will take a summer break. There will be no UWF meetings in June, July, or August. UWF will resume in the fall, when we will elect and install our officers and have a memorial service for those women who have passed in 2022 and 2023. Mark your calendar for Thursday, Sept. 14 at 1:00, in Fellowship Hall. ALL women are welcome.
Thank You Central!
Thank you all for the outpouring of love and support for our family as we transition into this next season of life. Your prayers, gifts, and time have blessed us. As Christ stays central at Central, may God continue to move in the years to come by the power of the Holy Spirit. Shalom! In Christ’s Love, The Seger Family
Attendance
Those of you who have been around for a while may remember signing your name on the attendance pads on Sunday mornings. We stopped this practice during the pandemic and feel it is time to bring it back! Starting July 9th, we will have attendance pads on the pews for you to “sign in.” By doing this, it will help us know who is here and who we need to reach out too. If you have any questions, please see an usher or contact the church office at 765-962-8543.
Community Food Pantry Sunday is Next Sunday!
Community Food Pantry Sunday is the second Sunday of the month. The pantry needs our contributions of food and other necessities. We are currently in need of Non-perishable items, cereal, and instant mashed potatoes. Cash contributions may also be made using the envelopes in the pew racks. Simply mark them for “Food Pantry” and place in the offering plate.
Family Dinner Church
Calling all families of all kinds! Let’s get together… and eat, chat, laugh and worship our Mighty God. Join us on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 6:00pm in the Fellowship Hall. Please bring your own food- but also- bring your family! We will have a short devotion and prayer and then the rest of the time to eat and chat. Your children will be listening and eating with you. For more information please contact Maryann Smith at 765-576-0375.
Lamplighter Devotionals and Testimonies
We are asking for devotionals and testimonies from the congregation to be shared in a future Lamplighter. If you feel led to share, please submit yours to Christin at christin@richmondcumc.com
Developing a Mentorship Model for Youth
Rev. Paul Samura will be conducting a six-week interactive training workshop from August 20th – September 30th. There are only a few spots left! If you are interested or want more information, please contact the church office at 765-962-8543
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6/23/23 Updates
Thank You
The Bolser family would like to thank our congregation for the love and support extended to us during Phil’s illness and passing. You may have said a kind word, sent a card, said a prayer, gave a hug, whatever it was it did not go unnoticed. We thank you and feel blessed by all of you! In Christ love, Mary Alice & Family.
A Special Thank You
A special thank you to Pat Jarvis and Shanron Rider and their amazing committee of helpers. To all the women who prepared the wonderful meal for our family and out of town guests, thank you is a small expression of your big donation!! We were blessed – Mary Alice & Family.
Developing a Mentorship Model for Youth
Rev. Paul Samura will be conducting a six-week interactive training workshop from August 20th – September 30th. There are only a few spots left! If you are interested or want more information, please contact the church office at 765-962-8543.
UNITED WOMWN IN FAITH
UWF will take a summer break. There will be no UWF meetings in June, July, or August. UWF will resume in the fall, when we will elect and install our officers and have a memorial service for those women who have passed in 2022 and 2023. Mark your calendar for Thursday, Sept. 14 at 1:00, in Fellowship Hall. ALL women are welcome.
TRIBE at Scene 75
Tribe will be traveling to Dayton, OH to spend an afternoon gaming and playing at the one and only Scene 75 on July 1st! For those who don’t know, it is a massive facility with a huge selection of arcade games, with a go-karts course, Laser tag arena, mini- bowling lanes, sand volleyball area, 4D Theater, 2 mini golf courses, a homerun zone and an indoor roller-coaster called “the Tsunami”. This invitation is to all tribe members and their families, and extends to the 5-6th graders as well. We will be leaving 11am on Saturday July 1st (from Central United to Dayton and back) and will be returning around 4pm. Interested in going please sign up online by contacting myself at Stephen@Richmondcumc.com or on the sign-up sheet at your church. Lastly, we are also in need of chaperones as well, please contact Stephen if you are interested.
First Sunday Choir
First Sunday Choir is an ad hoc group offering music for our summer worship services on first Sundays. Choir call next Sunday (July 2) is 9:30am in the Choir Room; all interested singers are welcome. If you have questions, please contact Frederick (Fred) Chatfield at (937) 478-9208.
Attendance
Those of you who have been around for a while may remember signing your name on the attendance pads on Sunday mornings. We stopped this practice during the pandemic and feel it is time to bring it back! Starting July 9th, we will have attendance pads on the pews for you to “sign in.” By doing this, it will help us know who is here and who we need to reach out too. If you have any questions, please see an usher or contact the church office at 765-962-8543.
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