10/28/22 Updates
Central Childcare needs you!
Like many organizations in our community, Central Childcare is hiring! We are looking for full and part-time employees to join our team. Starting pay is $10.50/hr. To apply, please contact Kathy George at 765-962-8543 or cumcchildcare@richmondcumc.com. We are also accepting volunteers! Volunteers are able to set their own schedules or be “on-call” as needs arise. To volunteer, contact Kathy George to set-up your fingerprinting background check and TB test. There is also some state-issued training that needs to be done before starting but all training can be done at Central and on your schedule. We look forward to working with you!
TRIBE 56 Hayride SUNDAY!
TRIBE 56 (Grades 5-12) will be gathering for a Hay Ride October 30th from 5:30 – 8:00 at the parsonage – 3245 Glen Hills Dr. Richmond, IN. We will be feasting on hot dogs, chips, and s’mores around a fire outside with drinks provided. There will be games and music as well. We will be picked up there on a hayride through Hayes Arboretum. Dress warm and bring a friend (and maybe a blanket).
Church Fall Leaf Cleanup
Please bring your rakes, leaf blowers and containers to transport leaves to a dumpster trailer that will be available to haul the leaves away on Saturday, November 12th at 8:30am. Many hands make light work of this annual cleanup project. Hope to see many to help. Thanks, Trustee Team
UWF Pop-Up
Come and start your Christmas shopping early on Saturday, November 19th from 10am – 2pm! We hope to see everyone there!
PECANS!!
UMW will be selling PECANS. They will be $12 per one pound bag. You can order halves or pieces. Contact Shanron Rider or Martha Hayes.
The Laundry Project
Intermediate Sunday School Class once again will be collecting quarters for the Wayne Township Trustee Laundry Project. We’ll be in the foyer starting in November!!
Continuing the Conversation – UMC Update
The Administrative Council is inviting you to attend a follow-up session to continue the conversation regarding the UMC and the upcoming 2024 General Conference. We will provide information regarding the current state of things in the UMC, and if desired, paths for disaffiliation. We want to provide communication opportunities, receive more input via a questionnaire, and discern the next steps for Central. Please continue to join us in prayer over this decision as we discern God’s leading. We will hold this session in the Sanctuary following services on Sunday, November 13th. ~The Administrative Council
Endowment Lunch and Learn – Insurance
Join us November 20th following worship for a Lunch and Learn. The Endowment Ministry has a mission to ensure Central’s presence for decades to come. This learning session will be about insurance. Our world increasingly necessitates insurance, so let’s seek a better understanding together. Longtime Central member Jan Passmore will share from his wisdom gained over a long career in the insurance industry. After the brief presentation, Jan has graciously agreed to go over your household’s current insurance portfolio (please bring your policies!) and specific questions to ensure you and your household are adequately covered. We will gather in the Fellowship Hall.
Community Prayer Focus TODAY!
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
We are getting closer to our blood drive to support the American Red Cross in their effort to address the critical blood shortage which exists. We still have twenty-six time 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 available 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 6, 2022. Drive will be held in the multipurpose room. Questions? Contact Dana Mollenkopf at papamole@comcast.net or at 765-277-0287.
Wayne County Jail Ministry
All Saints Sunday
If you would like to honor a loved one that has passed away this year, please notify the church office at 765-962-8543 or email Christin at christin@richmondcumc.com so that we may honor them on November 7th. Please send their name, date of birth and death, and a photo. All submissions are due by NOVEMBER 3RD.
2023 Stewardship
There is still time to turn in your 2023 pledge card! If you need another one, you may pick it up in the church office during our normal business hours. If you have any questions please call the church office at 765-962-8543
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10-21-22 Updates
Please bring your 2023 pledge card (we will have more if needed) to the 10am service to offer it before our God. Together, we will ensure Jesus is central at Central. Together, we will make 2023 a year of love and blessing to those who gather, the community of Richmond, and beyond. Together, we will proclaim the hope in Jesus for another 200 years.
Central in the Schools
Richmond Schools have experienced a shortage of teachers and paraprofessionals this year. This does not mean our children must feel the consequences. The church can stand in the gap with a ministry of presence. Whether this is making copies, watching a hallway, answer phones or whatever – we can begin to make a difference, now. Please prayerfully consider giving an hour a week to serve in one of our three neighborhood schools (Test, Vaille, Starr). Background check forms and sign-up can be found in the church office.
Central Childcare needs you!
Like many organizations in our community, Central Childcare is hiring! We are looking for full and part-time employees to join our team. Starting pay is $10.50/hr. To apply, please contact Kathy George at 765-962-8543 or cumcchildcare@richmondcumc.com.
Don’t have the time to commit to a paid position but still want to help? We are also accepting volunteers! Volunteers are able to set their own schedules or be “on-call” as needs arise. To volunteer, contact Kathy George to set-up your fingerprinting background check and TB test. There is also some state-issued training that needs to be done before starting but all training can be done at Central and on your schedule. We look forward to working with you!
Central Childcare Donations Needed
Central Childcare is in need of some items. If you would like to donate, please leave your donations in the church office during our normal business hours. If you have any questions, please contact Kathy George at cumcchildcare@richmondcumc.com or 765-962-8543. Thank you!
Tissues
Plastic tote boxes (all sizes)
Baby wipes
Construction Paper
Various craft supplies
Plastic spoons
Small Child size blankets
Jackets (sizes 12 months-4T)
Books for young children (Infant-4 years)
Sponges
Mr Clean Magic Erasers
Dish Soap
True^North Seminar at Central – LAST CHANCE TO SIGN-UP!
Dr. Dave Smith was the professor of Bible at Indiana Wesleyan University for over 20 years. For the last several years, his great joy has been travelling around to churches to teach the laity how to read the Scriptures. Very often, we wait until Sunday morning for the Pastor to tell the people what the Lord has said. His desire is for everyone in the church to be able to read, interpret, and apply the Scriptures. On October 28th from 6pm – 9pm and the 29th from 9am to 3pm Dr. Smith will bring his True^North seminar to Central to teach all how to read the Word so that all may be discipled in the Word and feel confident that when we read the Bible we will know specifically what God is calling us to do. Reserve your spot by October 24th! Cost is $10 per person. Register by signing up in the main hallway or through Realm. For more information, please contact the church office.
TRIBE 56 Hayride
TRIBE 56 (Grades 5-12) will be gathering for a Hay Ride October 30th from 5:30 – 8:00 at the parsonage – 3245 Glen Hills Dr. Richmond, IN. We will be feasting on hot dogs, chips, and s’mores around a fire outside with drinks provided. There will be games and music as well. We will be picked up there on a hayride through Hayes Arboretum. Dress warm and bring a friend (and maybe a blanket)
Trick or Treat in the park 2022 – NEXT SATURDAY!!!!
Communities in Schools Undies for Sundies
“Undies for Sundies” is an effort by our Communities in Schools of Wayne County to address one of the most immediate needs of our children. Children of all ages and sizes are in need of under garments…both boys and girls sizes 4-18 are in need. We are asking if you could please join us in this effort to eliminate one important barrier for these children to be able to participate and achieve in their everyday education. The mission of Communities In Schools is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. CIS of Wayne County believes that every student needs and deserves these “5 basics”
- A one-on-one relationship with a caring adult
- A safe place to learn and grow
- A healthy start and future
- A marketable skill upon graduation
- A chance to give back to peers and the community
Thank You, Amy Hubbell, Board Member Kathy Khamis, Site Coordinator at Starr Elementary School Marci Lindahl, Site Coordinator at Test Intermediate School
PECANS!!
UWF will be selling PECANS. They will be $12 per one pound bag. You can order halves or pieces. Contact Shanron Rider or Martha Hayes with questions.
The Laundry Project
2023 Scripture Readers
Looking for a way to serve on Sundays? Be a scripture reader! We are planning the 2023 schedule and would love to have you on board. To sign-up or to ask questions, please email Christin at christin@richmondcumc.com or call the church office at 765-962-8543. Have you read in the past and want to read again? Let Christin know so we can get you on the schedule for 2023!
2023 Altar Flowers
If you would like to place an order for Sunday altar flowers in 2023, please call the office at 765-962-8543 or email Christin at christin@richmondcumc.com. Each order costs $25 and is billed through Jack Daggy Flowers. There are plenty of open dates in 2023!
Creative Hands
Save the Dates:
UWF Pop-UP: November 19 th, 10am – 2pm.
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE: We are getting closer to our blood drive to support the American Red Cross in their effort to address the critical blood shortage which exists. We still have twenty-six time 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 available 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 6, 2022. Drive will be held in the multipurpose room. Questions? Contact Dana Mollenkopf at papamole@comcast.net or at 765-277-0287.
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10/14/22
True^North Seminar at Central
Dr. Dave Smith was the professor of Bible at Indiana Wesleyan University for over 20 years. For the last several years, his great joy has been travelling around to churches to teach the laity how to read the Scriptures. Very often, we wait until Sunday morning for the Pastor to tell the people what the Lord has said. His desire is for everyone in the church to be able to read, interpret, and apply the Scriptures. On October 28th from 6pm – 9pm and the 29th from 9am to 3pm Dr. Smith will bring his True^North seminar to Central to teach all how to read the Word so that all may be discipled in the Word and feel confident that when we read the Bible we will know specifically what God is calling us to do. Reserve your spot by October 24th! Cost is $10 per person. Register by signing up in the main hallway or through Realm. For more information, please contact church office.
Spiritual Growth Retreat
Saturday, Oct. 22, Spiritual Growth Retreat—“Renewal—Luke 13” Featuring Rev. Judi Marshall as our retreat leader. Tickets-$10. Lunch will be provided. Renew your spirit through discussions, activities, music, and prayer. All women are welcome. Tickets will be available Sunday, October 9 at church. Invite a friend or two!
Monday Morning Connection
We will meet on Monday, October 17th at 9am in the church parlor. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Jennings.
2023 Scripture Readers
Looking for a way to serve on Sundays? Be a scripture reader! We are planning the 2023 schedule and would love to have you on board. To sign-up or to ask questions, please email Christin at christin@richmondcumc.com or call the church office at 765-962-8543. Have you read in the past and want to read again? Let Christin know so we can get you on the schedule for 2023!
2023 Altar Flowers
If you would like to place an order for Sunday altar flowers in 2023, please call the office at 765-962-8543 or email Christin at christin@richmondcumc.com. Each order costs $25 and is billed through Jack Daggy Flowers. There are plenty of open dates in 2023!
Creative Hands
Creative Hands will meet October 27, and November 10.
Pastor Appreciation
Join us after worship on October 16th in the parlor for “small bites” as we honor our pastors and welcome Pastor Ashley Flores and Michael Richmond to Central UMC.
Save the Dates:
UWF Pop-Up: November 19 th, 10am – 2pm. We will have 1 pound bags of pecan halves or pecan pieces again this year for $12 per bag. See Shanron Rider for more details
Communities in Schools Undies for Sundies
“Undies for Sundies” is an effort by our Communities in Schools of Wayne County to address one of the most immediate needs of our children. Children of all ages and sizes are in need of under garments…both boys and girls sizes 4-18 are in need. We are asking if you could please join us in this effort to eliminate one important barrier for these children to be able to participate and achieve in their everyday education. The mission of Communities In Schools is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. CIS of Wayne County believes that every student needs and deserves these “5 basics”
- A one-on-one relationship with a caring adult
- A safe place to learn and grow
- A healthy start and future
- A marketable skill upon graduation
- A chance to give back to peers and the community
Thank You, Amy Hubbell, Board Member Kathy Khamis, Site Coordinator at Starr Elementary School Marci Lindahl, Site Coordinator at Test Intermediate School
Central in the Schools
Richmond Schools have experienced a shortage of teachers and paraprofessionals this year. This does not mean our children must feel the consequences. The church can stand in the gap with a ministry of presence. Whether this is making copies, watching a hallway, answer phones or whatever – we can begin to make a difference, now. Please prayerfully consider giving an hour a week to serve in one of our three neighborhood schools (Test, Vaile, Starr). Background check forms and sign-up can be found in the church office.
Trick or Treat in the park 2022
The 2021 Trick or Treat in the Park was such a success that Central has been asked to return in 2022. Our theme for this year’s booth is “So Sweet to Trust in Jesus.” We are in need of volunteers to help engage with, and pass out candy to our community on Saturday, October 29th from 5pm – 7pm. While we encourage you to dress up as your favorite candy, this is not a requirement to help! If you would like to volunteer in any way, please contact the church office at 765-962-8543 or email Christin at christin@richmondcumc.com by Friday, October 21st!
We are also accepting candy donations. We are expecting close to 1,000 kids and community members to attend Trick or Treat in the Park and would love to have enough candy to pass out to everyone. Candy donations can be placed in the office during our normal operating hours of 9-12 and 1-5 Monday through Thursday and 9-1 on Fridays. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.
Central Childcare Donations Needed
Central Childcare is in need of some items. If you would like to donate, please leave your donations in the church office during our normal business hours. If you have any questions, please contact Kathy George at cumcchildcare@richmondcumc.com or 765-962-8543. Thank you!
Tissues
Plastic tote boxes (all sizes)
Baby wipes
Construction Paper
Various craft supplies
Plastic spoons
Small Child size blankets
Jackets (sizes 12 months-4T)
Books for young children (Infant-4 years)
Sponges
Mr Clean Magic Erasers
Dish Soap
Any monetary donations will be used to provide snacks for our kids.
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10/7/22 Updates
Join us in prayer for the people of the Southeast as Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida as a catastrophic category 4 storm. You can donate directly to UMCOR HERE or through CENTRAL’S ONLINE GIVING HERE. You may also write a check with “UMCOR” in the memo line and place it in the offering during Sunday Worship.True^North Seminar at Central
Dr. Dave Smith was the professor of Bible at Indiana Wesleyan University for over 20 years. For the last several years, his great joy has been travelling around to churches to teach the laity how to read the Scriptures. Very often, we wait until Sunday morning for the Pastor to tell the people what the Lord has said. His desire is for everyone in the church to be able to read, interpret, and apply the Scriptures. On October 28th from 6pm – 9pm and the 29th from 9am to 3pm Dr. Smith will bring his True^North seminar to Central to teach all how to read the Word so that all may be discipled in the Word and feel confident that when we read the Bible we will know specifically what God is calling us to do. Reserve your spot by October 24th! Cost is $10 per person. Register by signing up in the main hallway or through Realm. For more information, please contact church office.
October Events for UWF
Thursday, Oct. 13th at 1pm, Unit Meeting featuring a speaker from A Better Way, formerly the Genesis Shelter. Bring socks for women/children.
Saturday, Oct. 22, Spiritual Growth Retreat—“Renewal—Luke 13” Featuring Rev. Judi Marshall as our retreat leader. Tickets-$10. Lunch will be provided. Renew your spirit through discussions, activities, music, and prayer. All women are welcome. Tickets will be available Sunday, October 9 at church. Invite a friend or two!
Monday Morning Connection
There will be NO Monday Morning Connection on October 10th. Instead, we will meet on Monday, October 17th at 9am in the church parlor. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Jennings.
2023 Scripture Readers
Looking for a way to serve on Sundays? Be a scripture reader! We are planning the 2023 schedule and would love to have you on board. To sign-up or to ask questions, please email Christin at christin@richmondcumc.com or call the church office at 765-962-8543. Have you read in the past and want to read again? Let Christin know so we can get you on the schedule for 2023!
2023 Altar Flowers
If you would like to place an order for Sunday altar flowers in 2023, please call the office at 765-962-8543 or email Christin at christin@richmondcumc.com. Each order costs $25 and is billed through Jack Daggy Flowers. There are plenty of open dates in 2023!
Creative Hands
Creative Hands will meet October 13, October 27, and November 10.
Pastor Appreciation
Join us after worship on October 16th in the parlor for “small bites” as we honor our pastors and welcome Pastor Ashley Flores and Michael Richmond to Central UMC.
Save the Dates:
UWF Pop-UP: November 19 th, 10am – 2pm. We will have 1 pound bags of pecan halves or pecan pieces again this year for $12 per bag. See Shanron Rider for more details
Red Cross Blood Drive: Go to redcrossblood.org and enter code CUMCRICH in the box that says find a blood drive. Appointment times available 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 6, 2022. Drive will be held in the multipurpose room. Questions? Contact Dana Mollenkopf at papamole@comcast.net or at 765-277-0287.
Communities in Schools
Undies for Sundies
“Undies for Sundies” is an effort by our Communities in Schools of Wayne County to address one of the most immediate needs of our children. Children of all ages and sizes are in need of under garments…both boys and girls sizes 4-18 are in need. We are asking if you could please join us in this effort to eliminate one important barrier for these children to be able to participate and achieve in their everyday education. The mission of Communities In Schools is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. CIS of Wayne County believes that every student needs and deserves these “5 basics”
- A one-on-one relationship with a caring adult
- A safe place to learn and grow
- A healthy start and future
- A marketable skill upon graduation
- A chance to give back to peers and the community
Central in the Schools
Trick or Treat in the park 2022
The 2021 Trick or Treat in the Park was such a success that Central has been asked to return in 2022. Our theme for this year’s booth is “So Sweet to Trust in Jesus.” We are in need of volunteers to help engage with, and pass out candy to our community on Saturday, October 29th from 5pm – 7pm. While we encourage you to dress up as your favorite candy, this is not a requirement to help! If you would like to volunteer in any way, please contact the church office at 765-962-8543 or email Christin at christin@richmondcumc.com by Friday, October 21st!
Central Childcare Donations Needed
Central Childcare is in need of some items. If you would like to donate, please leave your donations in the church office during our normal business hours. If you have any questions, please contact Kathy George at cumcchildcare@richmondcumc.com or 765-962-8543. Thank you!
Tissues
Plastic tote boxes (all sizes)
Baby wipes
Construction Paper
Various craft supplies
Plastic spoons
Small Child size blankets
Jackets (sizes 12 months-4T)
Books for young children (Infant-4 years)
Sponges
Mr Clean Magic Erasers
Dish Soap
Any monetary donations will be used to provide snacks for our kids.
Read more...