
2/5/22 Updates
Posted on Feb 5, 2022 in Newsletter, Uncategorized |


It’s a reality. Church can be messy. How do we navigate the high calling of our discipleship amid everyday human life? In this short, four-week study we’ll explore the messy church of Ephesus under the leadership of Timothy. We’ll get deep into the text with all its challenging issues and practical insights. Taught by Pastor Phil in the Fellowship Hall each Thursday in February, at 6:30pm.

During Lent we will be offering a New Members Class on Sunday Mornings in the Memorial Room. If this is your first Sunday or if you have been attending Central for years, this is for all called to commit prayers, presence, gifts, service, and witness to Jesus here at Central. Paul tells us, “For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have the same function, so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another.” Please contact Pastor Joseph if you are interested in attending or would like more information.

2021 giving statements will be available in the Parlor this Sunday, February 6th. If you do not see yours, please email Christin at christin@richmondcumc.com

Come join us on February 10th for Creative Hands from 9am – 12pm, lunch from 12pm – 1pm. Our first Central UMW unit meeting of 2022 will be at 1pm with a short business meeting and a great speaker. All women are welcome! Questions? Call or text Ann Cashner at 765-994-1979

Are you a singer? Do you want to be? Consider joining the ranks of Central’s talented Chancel Choir. Absolutely no experience required. We are specifically needing basses (lowest range) and sopranos (highest range). Email Madeleine for more info: madeleine@richmondcumc.com
Tune in Tuesdays at 10am each week to learn more about a song’s meaning, significance and history. Streams here: facebook.com/richmondcumc
We will be offering a 5-week virtual hymn study over Lent, examining and discussing some of the classics (Were You There, When I Survey The Wondrous Cross, etc). Email Madeleine if you would like to join this study: madeleine@richmondcumc.com

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1/28/22 Updates
Posted on Jan 27, 2022 in Newsletter, Uncategorized |





Join us Saturday, February 5th, 2-4 pm, at Valley’s Edge for a fun afternoon of downhill snow tubing! $15/adult, $5/teens & children. You will need register with Pastor Phil and submit payment through him prior to arrival. An online waiver is also required for each participant, available at the Valley’s Edge website (valleysedgesnowtubing.com). This will be a great experience for the whole family! Please contact Pastor Phil (phil@richmondcumc.com) with any questions.



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1/21/22 Updates
Posted on Jan 21, 2022 in Newsletter, Uncategorized |

Continued Coronavirus Concerns
2022 marks year four of Covid in the world, and numbers are higher than ever before. Please continue to pray for all who are affected, all who are battling it, and all of our neighbors. Not all have chosen to fight against coronavirus in the same way, yet we are all in this fight together. Still, pandemic fatigue and the new wave of omicron are far reaching. As a people called to love our neighbors, please continue to offer your compassion as we battle through this latest wave. At Central, we continue to keep our sanctuary distanced. We continue to offer masks. We continue to offer online services for all who are hunkering down, have been exposed, are experiencing symptoms, or are just worn out from wondering what to do. We continue to be available throughout the week for whatever the need. We continue to pray and come alongside all our neighbors in these times. We continue to proclaim hope in Jesus, minister in the power of the Holy Spirit, and rejoice in the promises our God has given. Lord, hear our prayers.
Attending to the Homeless
Central will again be hosting a meal for the homeless during the annual Point In Time count on January 26th. The Point in Time Count is a nationwide, 24 hour census of our homeless. If you are interested in helping with the meal, please connect with Pat Jarvis. If you are interested in joining in the efforts of the count, please connect with Pastor Joseph. If you would like to donate to the bags which will be handed out on that day, the following items will be collected in the office until the 23rd – Hand/body wipes; Hygiene care (small sizes): toothbrush, tooth paste, deodorant, Shampoo/conditioner in 1, body wash, comb, razor; Ponchos; Flashlights; Hand warmers; Snacks- peanuts, crackers, tuna/crackers, etc; Bottled water; Blankets; Gloves.
Pickleball!
Creative Hands
Creative Hands will NOT be meeting in the month of January. If you have any questions, please contact Shanron Rider.
Central Photo Directory
UMW Meeting
Come join us on February 10th for Creative Hands from 9am – 12pm, lunch from 12pm – 1pm. Our first Central UMW unit meeting of 2022 will be at 1pm with a short business meeting and a great speaker. All women are welcome! Questions? Call or text Ann Cashner at 765-994-1979
2022 Giving Envelopes
2022 giving envelopes are available in the church parlor on Sunday and throughout the week during our normal office hours of 8am – 5pm. If you do not see your envelopes or have any questions please call the church office at 765-962-8543.
Community Food Pantry – Simply Give Update!
New Study – Messy Church:
The First Letter to Timothy
It’s a reality. Church can be messy. How do we navigate the high calling of our discipleship amid everyday human life? In this short, four-week study we’ll explore the messy church of Ephesus under the leadership of Timothy. We’ll get deep into the text with all its challenging issues and practical insights. Taught by Pastor Phil in the Fellowship Hall each Thursday in February (starting Feb 3), at 6:30pm.
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1/14/22 Updates
Posted on Jan 14, 2022 in Newsletter, Uncategorized |

Continued Coronavirus Concerns
2022 marks year four of Covid in the world, and numbers are higher than ever before. Please continue to pray for all who are affected, all who are battling it, and all of our neighbors. Not all have chosen to fight against coronavirus in the same way, yet we are all in this fight together. Still, pandemic fatigue and the new wave of omicron are far reaching. As a people called to love our neighbors, please continue to offer your compassion as we battle through this latest wave. At Central, we continue to keep our sanctuary distanced. We continue to offer masks. We continue to offer online services for all who are hunkering down, have been exposed, are experiencing symptoms, or are just worn out from wondering what to do. We continue to be available throughout the week for whatever the need. We continue to pray and come alongside all our neighbors in these times. We continue to proclaim hope in Jesus, minister in the power of the Holy Spirit, and rejoice in the promises our God has given. Lord, hear our prayers.
Central Photo Directory
We are in the final steps to having our newest photo directory ready but we are still missing some photos! If you have already had your photo taken or submitted one, thank you! Below you will find dates and times that Ann Cashner will be available at the church to take your photo for the directory. If these dates/times do not fit your schedule you may submit your own photo to Christin at christin@richmondcumc.com no later than Friday, January 28th. If you would like to have your photo taken but cannot make these dates/times, please contact Ann Cashner. If you have any questions, please call the church office at 765-962-8543.
- Monday, January 17th from 11am – 1pm
- Wednesday, January 19th from 1pm – 3pm
Creative Hands
Creative Hands will NOT be meeting in the month of January. If you have any questions, please contact Shanron Rider.
Prayer-palooza!
Central is praying 2022 through. We are joining with other Richmond area churches in covering the year in prayer through the 24/7 prayer effort. Our date is the 28th of each month and there are still spots available for you to commit to such prayer. To kick off this time of prayer, you are invited to join us for a Prayer Gathering on January 20th at 6:30pm in the Sanctuary. We will share stories of prayer, ways of prayer, questions about prayer, songs of prayer, and be in prayer together. Lord, hear our prayers.
Attending to the Homeless
Central will again be hosting a meal for the homeless during the annual Point In Time count on January 26th. The Point in Time Count is a nationwide, 24 hour census of our homeless. If you are interested in helping with the meal, please connect with Pat Jarvis. If you are interested in joining in the efforts of the count, please connect with Pastor Joseph. If you would like to donate to the bags which will be handed out on that day, the following items will be collected in the office until the 23rd – Hand/body wipes; Hygiene care (small sizes): toothbrush, tooth paste, deodorant, Shampoo/conditioner in 1, body wash, comb, razor; Ponchos; Flashlights; Hand warmers; Snacks- peanuts, crackers, tuna/crackers, etc; Bottled water; Blankets; Gloves.
Pickleball!
Pickleball fun for beginners on Mondays from 6:30-8:00 pm. No experience necessary. Paddle and balls will be provided. Wear tennis shoes and comfortable clothes. (Questions: Contact Randy Cashner-rcashner@icloud.com or Duane Hodgin-duanehodgin@yahoo.com) Prepare to “paddle up!”
New Study – Messy Church:
The First Letter to Timothy
2022 Giving Envelopes
2022 giving envelopes are available in the church parlor on Sunday and throughout the week during our normal office hours of 8am – 5pm. If you do not see your envelopes or have any questions please call the church office at 765-962-8543.
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