SPRING 2026 NEW

CENTRAL

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

SPRING

2026

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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CCA Central Central Academy.

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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/ Garland Campus 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 supports the discipleship of families from birth through 12th grade here at Central: Littles, Kids, and Youth. Our NextGen program follows Grow Curriculum to ensure that we are developing the faith of our Littles, Kids, and Youth in a cohesive and age appropriate 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 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.

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 REGIER 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. For text reminders, text “kidsparent” to 479-3492400.

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.

PARIS HENDERSON IS OUR 5TH AND 6TH GRADE LEAD AND NEXTGEN ADMIN phenderson@centralumcfay.com

Central Midyouth is a new ministry geared toward providing support and formation for our middle school students.

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 6-7:30 p.m. on Wednesday evenings.

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CENTRAL YOUTH MEET OUR YOUTH DIRECTOR, ZACK BLOODWORTH! 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. For text reminders, text “kidsparent” to 479-349-2400.

SUNDAY SCHOOL Building D Cafe, 2nd Floor 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 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 4-7:30 p.m. Dinner is provided for those at Hang Time.

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CENTRAL VBS Who: Rising K-6th Graders What: VBS! Bible Story, Games, Snacks, Crafts, Missions, FUN! When: June 8-11, 9:00-11:30 Daily Where: Building D, 2nd floor

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 7th 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.

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.

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CENTRAL NEXTGEN SPRING NEXTGEN EVENTS Ash Wednesday 2/18 ACCYM Veritas 2/27-3/1 Easter Egg Hunt 4/5 Crawfish Boil 4/19 Confirmation Sunday 4/26 Senior Sunday 5/3 VBS Set up Party 6/3 VBS 6/8-6/11

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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 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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CENTRAL

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 MORNING STUDIES

ASBURY CLASS

THE FORUM

Building B, room 104

Building B, room 310

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.

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

THE CIRCLE

Building B, room 102

Building C, rooms 3-5

10- 10:55 a.m.

The Bridge is a place for anyone who wants to build community and to grow in their faith.

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.

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CENTRAL ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES

COLLEGE STUDY

20'S / 30'S

Building B, room 304

Building B, room 100

10 - 10:55 a.m.

A Sunday school class for college Students. Invite a friend and let's join together in fun and fellowship.

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 Central Members are invited on pilgrimage trip to Greece and Türkiye, October 12-24, 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

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ADULT GROUPS

LENT PASTORS’ STUDY

NEW BEGINNINGS

Wednesdays 2/25 - 4/1 6 p.m. Building B, Room 310 (will not meet 3/25)

Wednesdays 6pm Building C Rooms 3-5

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.

New Beginnings is Bible Study for women of all ages. This spring, the group will be reading the book: “I’m Waiting, God” by Barb Roose. For more information or to register, please contact Jacque Nagel: nageljac@aol.com.

INCLUSIVE CONNECTIONS

CENTRAL MEN’S MINISTRY

Every 2nd Thursday 6:30-8 p.m. Building B

2nd Saturday of the month 9 a.m. in Building D

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 PAGE 17

Central Men’ Ministry meets for brunch and fellowship on the 2nd Saturday of the month to connect and find ways to serve at Central and around the community.

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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 LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR Saturday, February 7 @ 2:30 p.m.

Join us for Love Your Neighbor Weekend, an important community conversation focused on the health and dignity of our unhoused neighbors in Northwest Arkansas.we are hosting a panel discussion that brings together local leaders, medical professionals, and ministry partners who are deeply engaged in justice-centered outreach and collaborative solutions.

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!

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CENTRAL ON GARLAND

GARLAND PANTRY AND SUNDAY SUPPERS MISSIONS CENTRAL ON GARLAND CONTINUES MEETING THE NEEDS OF OUR NWA COMMUNITY THROUGH OUR GARLAND PANTRY AND SUNDAY SUPPERS. GARLAND PANTRY NEEDS: SET-UP CREW | WEDNESDAYS, 1:00–3:00 P.M. This amazing team stages food choices and organizes the pantr y space so our neighbors are welcomed with dignity and care.

PANTRY SECOND SHIFT | WEDNESDAYS, 5:15–7:30 P.M. Volunteers help restock shelves as neighbors shop, offer hospitality and conversation while folks wait, and assist with clean-up after hours.

OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT THE PANTRY: Pick up food donations from Walmart on weekdays Donate financially by visiting centralumcfay.com, selecting Give, choosing the Garland Operational Budget, and noting Pantr y in the memo SUNDAY SUPPERS SUNDAYS AT 3:30 P.M. Participating Churches include: First United Presbyterian Church & Mount Comfort Presbyterian Church St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (Youth) Central UMC on Garland Sequoyah UMC Good Shepherd Lutheran First Christian Church

If you’d like to volunteer or explore other ways to help, please contact our office at info@centralumcfay.com.

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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 Ministry Community Meals Good Sam Ministry We Are Nourished Food Pantry

El Salvador Mission Trip Cuba Mission Trip Sunday Suppers

SPRING MONTHLY MINISTRY SPOTLIGHTS 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 PAGE 21

For more information on how to connect with any of our missions and mission partners, please contact info@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 8-11 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

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. 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

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 AM-NOON, 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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CENTRAL CHILDREN’S ACADEMY

CCA

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EMPOWERING CHILDREN, IGNITING A LIFELONG LOVE OF LEARNING, AND REMINDING EVERY CHILD THAT JESUS LOVES THEM.

ENROLL TODAY! ARKANSAS BETTER BEGINNINGS: LEVEL III 6 WEEKS - 6 YEARS OPEN M-F 8:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. Snacks & Lunch Provided Enrollment is open to all of NWA

TESTIMONIALS 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!

VISIT US DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN’S ACADEMY KARI HORTON

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