Programs and events for Littles, Kids, Youth and their families.
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Programs and events for the University of Arkansas college students.
Groups and Classes for Central Adults.
Church Wide events for all ages!
Ignite and Empower our Community
Central Central Academy.
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.
Executive Pastor/ Garland Campus Pastor
REV. DR. CHASE BURNS
ASTORS
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.
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.
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 Directo band, please contact David at dwilliams@ce landerson@centralumcfay.com.
NEXTGEN MINISTRIES
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 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
We provide childcare for the 9 and 11 a m Sunday services and during 10 am Sunday School classes. Childcare is also provided at many weekly events and classes throughout the year. If you have any questions regarding childcare for your activities, please reach out to Mary Bassett.
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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!
CENTRAL KIDS
ERIKA REGIER IS OUR KIDS DIRECTOR eregier@centralumcfay.com
Central Kids is a ministry for children in kindergarten-6 grade Follow @CentralNextGenFay on Instagram and Facebook for announcements on all upcoming events and sign up for Central’s weekly newsletter at centralumcfay com For text reminders, text “kidsparent” to 479-3492400 th
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KIDS SUNDAY SCHOOL
You will find us on the 2nd floor on building D at 10 a.m. during Sunday school hour.
phenderson@centralumcfay.com
Central Midyouth is a new ministry geared toward providing support and formation for our middle school students
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CLUB K6 WEDNESDAYS
Club K6 is a time for Kindergarten-6th graders to come together for worship, bible stories, games, and crafts from 6-7:30 p.m. on Wednesday evenings.
CENTRAL YOUTH
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 For text reminders, text “kidsparent” to 479-349-2400.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Youth are invited to join us in the Cafe 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 -7 p.m. throughout the school year. Dinner is provided.
WEDNESDAY HANG TIME
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 4-7:30 p.m. Dinner is provided for those at Hang Time.
HOW MUCH?: $50/kid covers supplies, snacks, and a T-Shirt (if registered by April 15) Scholarships are available, no questions asked.
VOLUNTEERS: VBS cannot happen without volunteers! If you are 7 grade and older you can serve! We need group leaders, station leaders, and behind-the-scenes help. Commitment includes Safe Gatherings training (ages 16+, once every 3 years), a 1-hour training on VBS specifics in late May, and daily time commitment of 8:45-11:45 on VBS days. Note: Youth Volunteers (rising 7th-12th grades and newly graduated seniors) are invited to youth lunches following VBS each day th
THEME: On the Case! Growing spiritually doesn't have to be an unsolved mystery! Take a fourday journey with kid detectives as they dig into a few of Jesus' parables to solve the mysteries of how to grow their faith, how to care for, serve, and love others. They'll discover that the answers have been there all along: spend time with God, spend time with others, use your gifts, and share your story.
CENTRALNEXTGEN
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS WESLEY
UA WESLEY
TUESDAY NIGHTS VOLUNTEER AT THE WESLEY
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.
Join us to help serve our Wesley Ministry for special events and Tuesday night meals and worship
CENTRAL ADULTS
Central UMC offers a variety of classes, small groups, and studies to allow everyone to find a place to connect with others
CENTRAL
ASBURY CLASS THE FORUM
Building B, room 104
9:45 - 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
Building B, room 310
9:30 a.m. Social and Coffee
9:45-10:45 a.m. Class
The Forum is a large, participant-led Sunday School group with various ages and life stages (ages 50s-70s)
THE BRIDGE
Building B, room 102
10- 10:55 a.m.
The Bridge is a place for anyone who wants to build community and to grow in their faith.
THE CIRCLE
Building C, rooms 3-5
9:30- 10:55 a.m.
An eclectic Sunday School group of couples and singles, age 50 and up, who enjoy sharing and reflecting on scripture together
CENTRAL
COLLEGE STUDY 20'S / 30'S
Building B, room 304
10 - 10:55 a.m.
A Sunday school class for college Students. Invite a friend and let's join together in fun and fellowship.
Building B, room 100
10- 10:55 a.m.
Our 20s/30s class is for young professionals looking for a place to make deeper connections, ask important questions, and grow in their faith.
GREECE AND TURKEY TRIP
ADULT GROUPS
LENT PASTORS’ STUDY
Wednesdays 2/25 - 4/1
6 p.m. Building B, Room 310 (will not meet 3/25)
Have you ever wondered what all of Jesus' parables mean? Join us on Wednesdays during the season of Lent as we look deeper into the stories Jesus told and the way they radically change everything.
INCLUSIVE CONNECTIONS
Every 2nd Thursday 6:30-8 p.m. Building B
Spring semester topics:
February - Envisioning and Goals
March - Healing Intercession for our Community
April -“Unclobber” book study w Vicki from Q+ at St Paul’s
May - Own Your Story
June - Pride Social and multiple activities: Trans Parade, Friday 6/26; Pride Parade, Saturday 6/27
July - Caring & Sharing
NEW BEGINNINGS
Wednesdays 6pm Building C Rooms 3-5
CENTRAL MEN’S MINISTRY
2 Saturday of the month nd 9 a.m. in Building D
CHURCH WIDE EVENTS
CHURCHWIDE EVENTS
HOLY WEEK + EASTER
Palm Sunday 3/29 9 & 11 a m
Maundy Thursday 4/2 6 p m (Sanctuary) Good Friday 4/3 6 p m (Building C) Easter Sunday 4/5
7 a m Sunrise Service (Sanctuary lawn- bring a chair!)
9 a.m. Contemporary (Building C)
9 & 11 a m Classic Worship (Sanctuary) 10 a.m. Easter Egg Hunt (Building D)
CORE CENTRAL
Combined Sunday Service April 12 @ 10 a m
Our congregation gathers the Sunday after Easter for a delicious brunch to celebrate the accomplishments and impact we have made in our community and discuss our vision for 2026
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
June 9-11 in Building D 9-11:30 a.m.
Rising K–6th graders are invited to grab their detective hat and join us for a fun, 4-day adventure as we dig into some of Jesus’ parables and uncover the mysteries of how to grow our faith!
CENTRAL ON GARLAND
CENTRAL MISSIONS
Magdalene Serenity House
Pathway to Freedom
Caden's Calling
Canopy NWA
Children's Safety Center
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
Cooperative Emergency Outreach (CEO)
Cobblestone FARMS
Hub of Hope NWA
New Beginnings NWA
Beer & Hymns
CENTRAL OUTREACH MISSIONS
Central Cares Ministry
Community Meals
Good Sam Ministry
We Are Nourished Food Pantry
El Salvador Mission Trip
Cuba Mission Trip
Sunday Suppers
February - International Missions (including Cuba and El Salvador)
March - Pathway to Freedom
April - Children's Safety Center
May - Good Sam "Sack it Sunday Drive"
June - Ozark Mission Project
July - Magdalene Serenity House
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
LED BY: LAURA UNDERWOOD
BLESSINGS AND BLOOMS MEETS EVERY WEDNESDAY MORNING FROM 8-11 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
ESTHER JANE CIRCLE
ESTHER JANE CIRCLE MEETS EVERY SECOND TUESDAY @6PM ON GARLAND LEARN MORE ON HOW YOU CAN HELP AND REACH OUT TO INFO@CENTRALUMCFAY COM
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 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 ANN FOR MORE INFORMATION VIA EMAIL: ANNAVERITT@COX NET
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
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.
CENTRAL CHILDREN’S ACADEMY CCA
OUR PRESCHOOL JOURNEY WAS NOT EASY BEFORE WE CAME TO CCA. NOW THAT WE ARE SETTLED, HE LOVES SCHOOL AND EVEN FEELS SAD IF HE MISSES TOO MANY DAYS IN A ROW. IT WARMS MY HEART SO MUCH TO SEE HIM WALK IN AND BE ADORED BY SO MANY TEACHERS AND STAFF
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE AT CCA! YOU ALL MAKE THAT PLACE A SAFE, LOVING ENVIRONMENT THAT KIDS THRIVE IN! THE BEST COMPLIMENT I CAN GIVE IS THAT BOTH OF OUR BOYS ARE ALWAYS EXCITED ABOUT COMING TO “SCHOOL”! AS A PARENT THAT MAKES SENDING OUR CHILDREN HERE A BLESSING!
