Church Bulletin 2-5-23
Order of Worship Service 2.5.2023
February 3, 2023
Apply your heart to instruction and your ear to words of knowledge. – Proverbs 23:12
Sunday School
**Certain Programs Suspended Until Further Notice**
Please call 704-739-2471 for more information
Central United Methodist Church provides a wonderful nurturing environment for people of all ages to learn more about God and his Son Jesus through its educational opportunities.
Christian Education, in particular, Sunday School, is the heartbeat of Central UMC. In a weekly small group, you can experience friendship, support, and learn within the greater church community. Feel free to visit many different classes until you find the one that fits best. Central UMC, like all churches, has been given the awesome responsibility of helping all age groups, from toddlers to seniors, to learn and grow in their faith.
Sunday School is a great place for our members and newcomers to start! We meet every Sunday Morning after our 9:00 am service in the CAC. Beginning on December 12, 2021, Sunday School will begin at 8:45 am and be followed by Fellowship time with coffee and snacks.
Below, you will find a list of Sunday School Classes that you can look into becoming a part of:
Adults
- Young Adult Community Class
- 20s and 30s (college and young adults)
- They use the lectionary passages for the day, video studies, and are currently going through a study that leads them through the entire Bible in the span of one year. Clyde Kerns, a member of the church, is also a leader of this class. He sends daily readings from various sources to each member of the class by email and stays in contact with class members. The young adults welcome you to join the class any time and on any day that you can. Childcare is provided. The class begins at 10AM and ends at 10:45AM in the Asbury Room, right near the nursery room.
- Russell Fellowship Class
- The forties and up
- The Russell Fellowship class is led by various members on a rotating basis. They love to study books by Adam Hamilton and others on a regular schedule and meet upstairs. This class is also heavily involved in a Christmas mission that provides families with blankets, toys, and other Christmas gifts each year. The Russell class would love to have you join them.
- Central Fellowship Class
- The forties and up
- The Central Fellowship Class led for many years by Clyde Kerns, meets upstairs and welcomes a variety of age groups: those with young children, those with grown-up children, and those with no children at all. They use book studies on a variety of topics and are currently teaching one another on a rotating basis.
- Christian Adult Class
- The forties and up
- The Christian Adult Class is a lively class of adults who are always looking for something new and fresh to study. Currently, they rotate teachers each Sunday and are using a DVD and book study about the journey of Paul in the New Testament. Come and join their class.
- Sons and Daughters of Wesley Class
- Senior Adults
- The Sons and Daughters of Wesley Class is a class that hosts some of our oldest and most dedicated members of the church. They enjoy singing together before class begins, sharing prayer requests, meeting during the week, and intently studying God’s word together. Although they are older, they are young souls and would welcome a person of any age.
Youth
- Youth Class (7th-12th grades)
- This class is led by four wonderfully involved adults who love teenagers. They meet each Sunday and use a study guide to facilitate their discussions. They often share doughnuts and snacks, too!
KID Central
- Nursery (under 3 years old)
- Preschool Class (3 years-PK)
- Elementary Class (Kindergarten-6th grades)
Contact
- 704-739-2471
Ash Wednesday
February 22, 2023 Join us for our Community Lenten Service at noon on 2/22/23 at Central UMC. There will not be a meal this year. Ash Wednesday begins the season of Lent, a time when many Christians prepare for Easter by observing a period of fasting, repentance, moderation, and spiritual discipline. Although Ash Wednesday has ancient roots, it does not appear in the rituals of The United Methodist Church or our predecessor denominations until the 20th century. More on Ash Wednesday 10 ideas for a more meaningful Ash Wednesday Chuck Knows Church video on Ash Wednesday Liturgy Man on The UMC’s history of Ash Wednesday and why John Wesley omitted Ash Wednesday Ash Wednesday: The Beginning of Lent Ash Wednesday emphasizes two themes: our sinfulness before God and our human mortality. The service focuses on both themes, helping us realize that both have triumphed through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.–From the United...
January 17, 2023
Family Fellowship Night
You are invited to join us for the next Family Fellowship Night on Wednesday, February 8 at 6:15 pm. Our program will be playing a “Valentine’s Day Family Feud” game and a spaghetti dinner cooked by Chef Bobby Childers! Dinner will include spaghetti, salad, bread, drinks, and dessert! RSVP to the church office by February 6 at 704-739-2471 or central@cumckm.org to make sure we have enough for everyone. Click here to RSVP
January 13, 2023
Church Giving Envelope Update
The office reached out to the Church Giving Envelope Company which prints our yearly giving envelopes and wanted to share with you an updated status. Our envelopes are still in the queue on the production floor. Unfortunately, production is behind this year because of a machine repair and also due to a chain supply shortage of paper and labor. They are hopeful that the envelopes will be available by February and they thanked us for our understanding. There will be blank envelopes for you to use for giving, please see an usher or take one from the back of the pew.
January 10, 2023
Hearts for Hospice
We are doing a fundraiser from January 9-February 28 for Cleveland County Hospice selling hearts for $1 to be displayed in the church. You can donate cash or write a check to Hospice Cleveland County.
January 6, 2023
Small Groups News
Small Groups are back! Our first small group semester of 2023 will officially begin on February 12th and last through May 7th. At this time we are looking for potential small group leaders. If you think that you may be interested in leading a small group at any point during this first semester, please plan on being in attendance at our leader’s meeting this Sunday, February 5th, immediately following service. We will be meeting in the church CAC. This meeting will provide an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have about leading a group as well as to connect with fellow leaders and receive tips for successfully leading a small group. Please note that you do not have to be fully committed to leading a group in order to attend this meeting. Whether you know for sure that you would like to lead a small group, or you are simply interested in the possibility of leading one, feel free to come by! Reach out to...
January 6, 2023
Save the Date! Ladies’ Meeting 2/6/23 6:30pm
The ladies’ circles of Central would like to invite the women of the church to meet together on Monday, February 6th at 6:30 pm in the CAC. Anyone interested in joining a ladies’ group is welcome to attend. We will discuss future projects and decide on a new name for this group. Light refreshments will be served. Contact the church office for more information at 704-739-2471 or click here to RSVP. We look forward to seeing you in February!
January 6, 2023
Community Kitchen News
Community Kitchen Food Drive Request Our partner, Second Harvest Food Bank has been running low on donations and we are asking for your help to supplement our pantry. For January, we are collecting canned ready meals to distribute. We are seeking items like or similar to Dinty Moore Beef Stew and Spaghetti O’s. Please leave your donations in the food drive box in the CAC Hallway. Thank you for your support and for helping people in your community. We served 337 people last month.
January 6, 2023
Live-Stream Volunteers Needed
Central is in urgent need of more Live-streaming volunteers! Since April 2020 and the Covid times, two church volunteers have faithfully served by running live-streaming each Sunday. The desire is to add two new volunteers to the live-streaming team so rotations can be developed. The goal would be one month-on volunteering and three months off. Our shut-ins greatly appreciate this ministry. Learn this exciting new technology and how to operate this light Apple iPad iPhone Wifi-based live-streaming system. The Livestream setup starts every Sunday morning at 9 am. Pray over this opportunity and consider serving the church in this capacity. If interested, please email central@cucmkm.org
November 11, 2022
Operation Christmas Child
This year for Operation Christmas Child help us build shoeboxes online! Join us in reaching 100 children this year with the Gospel of Jesus Christ! For a donation of just $25, we will pack it and send it for you in Jesus’ Name. Be sure to share this opportunity with others and let’s see what God will do! Build A Shoebox Online (samaritanspurse.org)
October 20, 2022
Russell Fellowship Class Christmas Project
The Russell Fellowship Class Christmas Project will be collecting cash and blankets this year (no toys). They will be serving around 30 families in the community. To donate, please earmark your checks for Russell Christmas Project. For more information, please contact the church office at 704-739-2471.
September 29, 2022
Fall Festival Volunteers Needed
We are in need of 15 volunteers to help with the event set up/clean up, games & activities, candy runners, and prepare ministry bags. We are collecting individually wrapped candy to give away and the collection bin is in the CAC hallway. 10 Decorated Cars for Trunk or Treat Needed for Fall Festival! We need 10 volunteers to decorate their cars for this annual event. Candy will be provided to hand out. Please contact Nicole Radford at 704-751-6798 to sign up. If you would like to volunteer or have any questions, please contact the church office at 704-739-2471.
September 7, 2022
Upcoming Meetings
Annual Charge Conference November 21, 2022, 6:30 pm at Aldersgate UMC in Shelby NC
September 7, 2022
Mary’s Breakfast Bunch
Mary’s Breakfast Bunch will meet on Tuesday, August 23 at 9:00 am at Linwood Restaurant at 805 Cleveland Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. Mary’s Breakfast Bunch meets monthly on the 4th Tuesday at 9:00 am.
August 18, 2022
Join the Choir and Praise Team!
We rehearse on Wednesday evening and Sunday morning before service. There are opportunities to sing in ONE or BOTH of the groups depending on your musical preference. We are welcoming singers of all experience levels who want an opportunity to grow musically, spiritually, and in humble fellowship. For more information, please contact the church office at 704-739-2471 or our Music Director, Justin Harper Justin@cucmkm.org.
August 18, 2022
Small Groups
Small Groups have started back. Please contact the church office for more information.
July 14, 2022
Community Kitchen Cereal Drive
One box can make a big difference for kids! Bring your kid-friendly boxed/bagged cereals to donate to our Community Kitchen to help fight hunger. We have a collection bin in the CAC Hallway. Thanks for your support!
July 14, 2022
KIDS Central News
*KIDS Central is our church’s church for ages 3-12. If you have any questions, please contact our Youth and Children’s Ministries Director, Kayla Potter at kayla@cumckm.org.
April 29, 2022
Volunteers Needed
We are in need of volunteers for KID Central, nursery volunteers, and volunteers to work with the youth on Sunday nights. Please contact the church office at 704-739-2471 or kayla@cumckm.org if you would like to help out.
September 3, 2021
Sunday School
Sunday School News Central UMC is now offering a congregational-wide Sunday School Class. Join us at 8:30 am and 9:00 for our Sunday School Classes. Please note times and schedules subject to change
July 30, 2021
Choir Rehearsal Wednesdays 7:00pm
I am humbled and honored to serve God’s Kingdom as a part of Central UMC of Kings Mountain! We will meet in the choir room for a rehearsal and for some time to talk and get to know each other. Whether you have been singing as a part of the choir during service or singing from the comfort of your home, we would love to see your face and hear your voice Wednesday as we turn over a new leaf in the music program! As we look forward to sharing fellowship and joy with the purpose of singing praises to our LORD and Saviour, Jesus Christ, please plan to join us at 7 pm this Wednesday. I am excited to hear your opinions on things that have worked in the past as well as learn about your all-time favorite choral pieces. Please encourage each other (and new voices) to gather...
June 15, 2021
RightNow Media and Sunday School
Dear Church family, I am so excited to send this email to you. At Central, we are always looking for ways to draw closer to God and each other. With this new resource, we are taking steps to enhance that process. By now you should have received an email inviting you to RightNow Media. After you have set up your free account you will be able to search through the vast library of resources available. These range from topics such as Bible studies, devotionals, apologetic, marriage, parenting, and many many more. Please take advantage of this wonderful opportunity as much as you can. One of the features that I am most excited about is the ability for anyone to find a resource and share it with others. Because of this, we will be adopting this into our congregational-wide Sunday school. Below you will find a link to the study we will be using for the...
February 2, 2021
RightNow Media Partnership
We are thrilled to partner with RightNow Media (RNM), an online, user-friendly library for individuals in every age and stage of life. This is a program that offers unlimited access to thousands of Christian videos. And the great thing about it is that it’s free to members of the Central Church Family! If you received an email invitation to join, please click here.
January 18, 2021