FALL 2025

CENTRAL

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

FALL 2025

CENTRAL UMC

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CONTENTS PAGE 4 - 5

PASTORS AND WORSHIP Meet our pastors and worship leads.

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NEXTGEN MINISTRIES Programs and events for Littles, Kids, Youth and their families.

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UA WESLEY Programs and events for the University of Arkansas college students.

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ADULTS

Groups and Classes for Central Adults.

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CHURCH WIDE Church Wide events for all ages!

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MISSIONS Ignite and Empower our Community.

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OUR MISSION “Ignite and Empower our community to experience and share the love of Christ.”

OUR VISION Extend, Empower, and Engage Extending an open invitation to experience the love of Christ.

Empowering people to connect, worship, and grow in their faith.

Engaging passionately to make an impact in our local community and around the world

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CENTRAL PASTORS SENIOR PASTOR

REV. JENNIE WILLIAMS Throughout the week, you will find Jennie in the office, making visits throughout the community, and at any of our local coffee shops - although Puritan is a favorite.

EXECUTIVE PASTOR

REV. DR. CHASE BURNS To locate Chase in the office, follow the echoes of jazz, blues, opera, or techno music. On beautiful days, you might also find Chase at the Library or Puritan’s Deck!

COLLEGE PASTOR & WESLEY DIRECTOR

REV. VIRGINIA BROWN Virginia meets with students at the Wesley Foundation throughout the week, and sometimes, she and Georgia (her pup) swing by the church offices. She also leads our Young Adult Sunday School Class.

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CENTRAL WORSHIP

CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP 9 a.m. in the CAC Great Hall Our Director of Contemporary Worship is David Williams accompanied by Logan Anderson, Cross-Campus Contemporary Music Director. If you are interested in serving with our praise band, please contact David at dwilliams@centralumcfay.com and Logan at landerson@centralumcfay.com.

CLASSIC WORSHIP 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary Our Director of Classic Music & Worship is Scott Montgomery. If you are interested in serving as a volunteer in worship, as a member of the choir, handbells, children’s choir, or sharing other musical gifts, please contact Scott at smontgomery@centralumcfay.com

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NEXTGEN

MINISTRIES

NextGen Ministries are our programs for those 0-18 year old here at Central: Littles, Kids, and Youth. Our NextGen program follows Grow curriculum to ensure that we are developing the faith of our younger members in a cohesive and supportive way.

All NextGen ministry programs meet in Building D, on the north side of campus.

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CENTRAL LITTLES MARY BASSETT IS OUR LITTLES DIRECTOR mbassett@centralumcfay.com Central Littles is a ministry for children from birth to pre-K on Sundays 830-1230am.

We provide childcare for the 9 and 11 am church services and many additional weekly events and classes throughout the year. If you have any questions regarding childcare for your activities, please reach out to Mary Bassett.

Building D 1st Floor

LITTLES SUNDAY SCHOOL Our Central Littles meet on the 1st floor of building D in the Central Park area during the 10 am Sunday School hour.

Our childcare staff uses best practices in early childhood education through prayers, storytelling, music, and fun!

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CENTRAL KIDS ERIKA IS OUR KIDS DIRECTOR eregier@centralumcfay.com Central Kids is a ministry for children in kindergarten-6th grade. Follow @CentralNextGenFay on Instagram and Facebook for announcements on all upcoming events and sign up for Central’s weekly newsletter at centralumcfay.com

Building D 2nd Floor

KIDS SUNDAY SCHOOL You will find us on the 2nd floor on building D at 10 a.m. during Sunday school hour.

Building D 2nd Floor

CLUB K6 WEDNESDAYS Club K6 is a time for Kindergarten-6th graders to come together for worship, bible stories, games, and crafts from 6-7:30pm on Wednesday Evenings.

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CENTRAL YOUTH ZACK BLOODWORTH IS OUR CENTRAL YOUTH DIRECTOR zbloodworth@centralumcfay.com

Central Youth is a ministry for 7th-12th grades. Follow @CentralNextGenFay on Instagram and Facebook for announcements on all upcoming events and sign up for Central’s weekly newsletter at centralumcfay.com.

SUNDAY SCHOOL Building D Cafe 2nd Floor Youth are invited to join us in the Café in building D each week at 10 a.m. for snacks, catching up, and reflecting on scripture.

SUNDAY NIGHTS Building D 2nd Floor

Sunday Night Youth is a time for small groups and worship. We meet on Sunday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m. throughout the school year. Dinner is provided.

WEDNESDAY HANG TIME Building D Cafe 2nd Floor Youth Hang Time is a time for 7th-12th graders to come together and hang out in a safe space with games, snacks, and good times from 4-7:30pm. Dinner is provided for those at Hang Time.

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CENTRAL CONFIRMATION

Building D Worship Center

Confirmation is an opportunity for 6th-8th grade students to experience life in Christian community, understand and embrace United Methodist traditions and beliefs while encountering God. Starting Sunday, September 7, Confirmation class will meet on Sunday mornings in Building D Worship Center at 10 a.m.

On September 12-14, the group will be attending a retreat at Camp Tanako so be sure to register online at centralumcfay.com.

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CENTRAL NEXTGEN FALL NEXTGEN EVENTS Confirmation Kick Off 9/7 Youth Kick Off 9/7 Club K6, Youth Hang Time 9/10 Confirmation Retreat 9/12-9/14 Trunk or Treat 10/29 ACCYM Refuge Retreat 11/7-11/9 Kids Christmas Movie 12/12 Youth Progressive Dinner 12/14

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UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS

WESLEY All college students are invited to join any and all UA Wesley events.

You can find us on campus at 520 N Lindell Avenue Contact us: vbrown@centralumcfay.com @uofawesley www.uawesley.com

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UA WESLEY

TUESDAY NIGHTS U of A Students are invited to join us for dinner at 6 p.m. and then worship at 7 p.m at our Wesley campus 520 N. Lindell Ave.

VOLUNTEER AT THE WESLEY Join us to help serve our Wesley Ministry for special events and Tuesday night meals and worship.

CONNECT We reach out to students and invite them into the Christian community. Areas of emphasis include Welcome Weeks events, fellowship events, intramurals, Freshmen Community, outreach events on campus, and more.

GROW

WESLEY 5K Support UA Wesley by participating in our Groovy 5K Run on October 4, 2025.

For more information contact Grace Jones at gjones@centralumcfay.com

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We seek to deepen the spiritual lives of our students. Emphases include small groups, Bible studies, prayer, worship, and celebrating special seasons throughout the church year.

BEAR FRUIT We empower students to serve on campus, in our community, and beyond. Emphases include local mission opportunities, regional trips, and international mission grants.

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ADULTS Central UMC offers a variety of classes, small groups, and studies to allow everyone to find a place to connect with others.

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CENTRAL ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES

ASBURY CLASS

THE FORUM

Building B room 304

Building B room 103

9:45 a.m.- 10:45 a.m.

A large Sunday School group of men and women 65 and older, couples and singles, this class also meets for social gatherings.

9:30 a.m. Social and Coffee 9:45-10:45 a.m. Class This is a large Sunday School group with various ages and life stages (ages 40s-70s). The class is participant-led.

CENTRAL SINGLES

THE CIRCLE

Building C rooms 1-2

Building C rooms 4-5

9:30 - 10:55 a.m.

Central singles, age 40 and up, who enjoy frequent fellowship gatherings and gathering on Sundays.

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9:30 - 10:55 a.m.

An eclectic Sunday School group, couples and singles, age 40 and up, who enjoy frequent fellowship gatherings.

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CENTRAL ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES

COLLEGE STUDENT

THE BRIDGE

Building B room 304

Building B room 103

10 a.m.- 10:55 a.m.

A Sunday school class for college Students @ 10 am in building B room 304. Invite a friend and let's join together in fun and fellowship.

10 am-10:55 am A Sunday School group of couples and singles, mid-30s and 40s, most with children who gather together for a lesson and fellowship.

20'S / 30'S Building B room 100

10am - 10:55 a.m.

Join our 20's and 30's Sunday School Class each Sunday in room 100 in building B @ 10am. We can't wait to meet you!

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ADULT GROUPS

WRESTLING WITH DOUBT

LOVING PEOPLE AND PLANET IN GOD’S NAME

Wednesdays 6pm beginning September 10

Thursdays 6pm beginning September 11

Building B room 310 Join us starting September 10th for a fall book study: Wrestling with Doubt, Finding Faith by Adam Hamilton. During this study we'll explore tough questions, honest struggles, and the hope that can emerge from uncertainty.

Building B room 310 A transformative study on creation care! This sixweek study, Loving People and Planet in God's Name will led by Rev. Lindsey Russell. The purpose of this course is to empower individuals and congregations to faithfully respond to climate justice and creation care.

INCLUSIVE CONNECTIONS 6:30-8 pm Wesley Room 102 Thursday, September 11 Carolyn Kennedy- Raising Rainbow Kids Thursday, October 9 Understanding Gender Transitioning Thursday, November 13 Movie Night

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NEW BEGINNINGS Wednesdays 6pm beginning September 17

Building C Rooms 3-5 Join us for a Women's Bible Study on Joshua Winning the Worry Battle, by Barb Roose.

Participants can order workbook through Amazon. This study will be lead by Gail Nebben and Jacque Nagel.

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ADULT GROUPS ADULT CONFIRMATION CLASS Sundays 10 am Building D rooms 202-204

During the NEXTGEN youth confirmation class on Sundays, Central will be offering an adult confirmation class for parents/guardians of those youth participating in confirmation class. Join us in learning more about what it means to be United Methodist and serve here at Central.

GREECE AND TURKEY TRIP Central Members are invited on pilgrimage trip to Greece and Türkiye, October 1224, 2026. This customized trip is a joint effort with Springdale First, Conway First, and Central Fayetteville UMCs, focused on walking in the footsteps of Paul and the early church. We'll explore historic sites like Athens, Corinth, Ephesus, and more— deepening our faith and understanding of Scripture along the way. For more info contact Rev. Chase Burns via email cburns@centralumcfay.com and join our info meeting September 14, @12:15 pm in room 310 Building B.

CENTRAL MEN’S MINISTRY 2nd Saturday of the month 9 am in Building D This group meets for brunch and fellowship on the 2nd Saturday of the month to connect and find ways to serve at Central.

BUILDING B

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CHURCH WIDE

EVENTS

We love to gather as a whole church as often as we can not only for worship services, and church-wide events but also within our community.

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CHURCHWIDE EVENTS WORLD COMMUNION CONCERT FUNDRAISER Sunday October 5 5 pm Sanctuary Central will be celebrating World Communion Day and lifting up music from around the world— honoring the diversity and unity of the global Church benefiting our 2026 El Salvador Mission.

TRUNK OR TREAT Wednesday October 29th Join us in the CAC parking lot 6-8 pm for trick or treating, fellowship, and refreshments.

LIGHTING OF THE OZARKS PARADE Thursday, December 4th 6:30 pm Outside Sanctuary

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES Wednesday, December 24th 3 pm Contemporary 3 pm Classic 5 pm Family 5 pm Classic 7 pm Classic

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CENTRAL MISSIONS MISSIONS & OUTREACH CENTRAL'S MISSIONS & OUTREACH MINISTRIES PREPARE MEMBERS OF OUR CONGREGATION TO SERVE PEOPLE LOCALLY AND WORLDWIDE. WE AIM TO PARTNER AND FACILITATE MISSIONS FOR JUSTICE, FREEDOM, PEACE, HEALTH, WELL-BEING, AND TRANSCENDING RACIAL, CULTURAL, NATIONAL, AND POLITICAL BOUNDARIES. WE STRIVE FOR ALL PEOPLES TO LIVE IN DIGNITY AND SECURITY, ESPECIALLY DURING HUMANITARIAN DISASTERS AND THEIR AFTERMATH.

CENTRAL LOCAL MISSION PARTNERS MAGDALENE SERENITY HOUSE PATHWAY TO FREEDOM CADEN'S CALLING CANOPY NWA CHILDREN'S SAFETY CENTER

COOPERATIVE EMERGENCY OUTREACH (CEO) COBBLESTONE FARMS HUB OF HOPE NWA NEW BEGINNINGS NWA BEER & HYMNS

CENTRAL OUTREACH MISSIONS CENTRAL CARES MINISTRIES COMMUNITY MEALS GOOD SAM MINISTRY EL SALAVADOR MISSION TRIP CUBA MISSION TRIP

FALL MONTHLY MINISTRY SPOTLIGHTS

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SEPTEMBER

GOOD SAM’S SACK IT SUNDAY 9/28

OCTOBER

SOCKTOBER COLLECTION

NOVEMBER

COMMUNITY MEAL DONATIONS

DECEMBER

GOOD SAM CHRISTMAS

For more information on how to connect with any of our missions and mission partners, please contact Melanie Bramlett at mbramlett@centralumcfay.com

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UNITED WOMEN IN FAITH

WHAT IS UNITED WOMEN IN FAITH? WE ARE WOMEN LIKE YOU, A POWERFUL, FEARLESS FORCE DRIVEN BY GOD’S LOVE AND UNITED IN SISTERHOOD. FOCUSING ON WOMEN, CHILDREN, AND YOUTH, WE ACT FOR JUSTICE AND TRANSFORM COMMUNITIES. JOIN US BECAUSE LOVE IN ACTION CAN CHANGE THE WORLD.

BLESSINGS & BLOOMS LED BY: LAURA UNDERWOOD BLESSINGS AND BLOOMS MEETS EVERY WEDNESDAY MORNING FROM 8 AM - 11 AM. WE ARE A GROUP WHO LOVES GOD’S CREATION AND LOVE GARDENING. LEARN MORE ON HOW YOU CAN HELP AND REACH OUT TO LAURA UNDERWOOD VIA EMAIL: LAURA@UNDERWOODS.COM

PAGE TURNERS LED BY: ANN AVERITT PAGE TURNERS MEETS BI-MONTHLY ON THE FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH AT 2:00 PM IN BUILDING D ROOM 105. THIS FALL, WE WILL MEET IN OCTOBER AND DECEMBER. OUR PURPOSE IS TO READ AND DISCUSS BOOKS ON THE UNITED WOMEN IN FAITH READING LISTS. WE WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN US. PLEASE CONTACT CHARLENE WILKINS FOR MORE INFORMATION VIA EMAIL: ANNAVERITT@COX.NET

COMMUNITY ADVOCACY/ SOCIAL ACTION LED BY: BRENDA GULLETT THIS GROUP WILL BE INVOLVED IN WRITING LETTERS AS SUGGESTED BY THE UNITED WOMEN IN FAITH ORGANIZATION, GENERAL BOARD OF CHURCH AND SOCIETY, AND ARKANSAS ADVOCATES FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. THE UWF GROUP ALSO FACILITATES “CALLS TO ACTION” FOR THE ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP AND OTHER ADVOCACY PROGRAMS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT BRENDA GULLETT VIA EMAIL: BRENDAGALE.GULLETT@GMAIL.COM

STITCH ‘N PRAY LED BY: JENNIFER KIDD & BEANIE CURTIS JOIN US IN A MINISTRY TO CONNECT WITH GOD AND OTHERS BY PRAYERFULLY CREATING ITEMS THAT REFLECT GOD’S CARE AND LOVE. OUR STITCH AND PRAY GROUP MEETS TUESDAYS, 10 AMNOON, WESLEY BUILDING C 105WE KNIT AND CROCHET TO GIVE COMFORT, TO MEET A NEED, AND TO CELEBRATE GOD’S LOVE. CONTACT JENNIFER KIDD VIA EMAIL FOR MORE INFORMATION: JKIDD1954@GMAIL.COM

TRADITIONAL WOMEN IN FAITH CIRCLE WE CURRENTLY HAVE A TRADITIONAL CIRCLE THAT MEETS AT BUTTERFIELD TRAIL VILLAGE. IF YOU HAVE BEEN A PART OF UNITED METHODIST WOMEN, NOW TITLED “UNITED WOMEN IN FAITH”, AND IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE PART OF A TRADITIONAL CIRCLE OR UNIT, PLEASE CONTACT BRENDA GULLETT VIA EMAIL: BRENDAGALE.GULLETT@GMAIL.COM.

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CATALOG FALL

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