Central UMC Blog

In the early days of WW2 when Hitler began invading parts of Europe, the French had what many thought was a formidable defense called the Maginot Line. Built during WW1, it was quite impressive spanning nearly the entire country of France. It extended through a...

Seven years ago Pastor Jody Farrell suggested we do a community service day for our church members, a way to reach out to show our love to our neighbors – to go Beyond the Walls of our church building to serve others in need. It’s just a few hours on two Saturdays each year and is...

Interested in what's been going on at Central? Our Quarterly Report, The Review, is up on our website! Check it out here and feel free to share with your friends and family!

Hey faith family, can we talk? No, I mean really talk. Let’s be real, each week we come onto this campus for community. But there’s a natural tendency to hold each other at arm’s length. What brings people closer together? Real conversation, the kind of sharing that’s...

We all have stories to share. Stories of love and loss, lessons learned the hard way, confessions, doubts, triumphs, and heartache. Sometimes, one person’s story could be a turning point for another. But let’s be honest, it’s not always easy to share so openly. The...

What's Next? The United Methodist denomination will make important decisions on February 23-26, 2019 as the specially called General Conference convenes in St. Louis, Missouri. Delegates from all over the world will vote on the church’s stance regarding human sexuality and same-gender...

Celibacy - A Holy Calling In previous blog entries in the Standing Firm, Moving Forward series, Dr. Jan Davis and I have been intentional about lifting up what we are “for.” We truly believe that the church, as a whole, should do a better job of defining what we are for rather than...

If you're looking for something to dramatically alter the trajectory of your spiritual life, as well as your overall physical health and mental well-being, small group community is a #GameChanger. God created us to know others and to be known. This principle is clearly stated in the opening...

Making Sense of the Law Do not think that I have come to abolish the law or the prophets; I have come not to abolish but to fulfill—Jesus (Matthew 5:17, NRSV). For Christ is the end of the law so that there may be righteousness for everyone who believes—The Apostle Paul (Romans...

I see a movement. It is like a wave on the ocean gathering strength as it makes its way to landfall. It is the movement of the Holy Spirit awakening our hearts to the true heart of God. As I speak with others about this awakening, many have shared their hearts. We are united in the longing for...