Gaspar marveled at the wonders of this mysterious contraption. Balthasar was so far away, yet looked so close when gazing through this little window.
“Wonder is the only adequate launching pad for exploring this fullness, this wholeness, of human life. Once a year, each Christmas, for a few days at least, we and millions of our neighbors turn aside from our preoccupations with life reduced to biology or economics or psychology and join together in a community of wonder. The wonder keeps us open-eyed, expectant, alive to life that is always more than we can account for, that always exceeds our calculations, that is always beyond anything we can make." - Eugene Peterson
Today’s micro-challenge: Take a walk or drive around your neighborhood, and enjoy the lights and decorations with child-like wonder.
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Sisters of Strength
Friday, June 27 at 5:00 PM If you are a widow and would like the opportunity to socialize with other widows, join us! Our first get-together is Friday, June 27, at 5:00 PM at Kim Proppe's home. Sign up below.
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Church Cook-Out
Sunday, July 13 Join us for a joyful day of worship, fellowship, and food! One Combined Worship Service at 10:00 AMWe’ll gather for one worship service as we celebrate the summer all together as one. Picnic Immediately Following WorshipHead over to the Fellowship Hall for a delicious picnic hosted by
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Backpack Collection
We are collecting 200 new school backpacks for Centre Ridge Elementary School this summer. 170 Backpacks to go!! Please return all backpacks by August 8.
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Preschool Story Time
Enjoy fun stories, songs, and activities designed just for little ones this summer. Stories, music, and more will be provided by one of our preschool teachers, Mrs. Kuntz, in the chapel on select Wednesdays. This is not a drop-off event; adults are asked to remain in the room. Come share the
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Young Adult Summer Study
Join our summer study for young adults. Monday nights at 7:00 PM, in-person in Room 216 or on Zoom. We will be studying C.S. Lewis’ “Screwtape Letters”. We will listen to the audiobook recording of each week’s lesson, so no outside reading is required. Just come and enjoy.
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Pizza with the Pastors
Are you new to Centreville UMC or have been attending for a while and want to get to know us better? You are invited to enjoy pizza with the pastors! Pizza with the pastors will be offered roughly once a month from 12:15 - 1:30 PM on Sundays in the
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Book Club
Meet with others to discuss a chosen work of fiction through the lens of your faith. This group meets once a month on a Sunday evening via Zoom. Contact Mirene Capili at mirenecap@yahoo.com to learn more or sign up below. All are welcome! Here are the book club selections for
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Mission Ministry This Week
We continue to seek to meet the needs of those who are most vulnerable in our community. We are regularly packing food to be distributed to those in need. You can help. Join one of our small food packing teams. If you are interested in helping to pack UFOs, you
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White House Ornamant Sale
United Women of Faith (UWF) is accepting pre-orders for White House Ornaments, priced at $24 each. The proceeds of the sale will be used to help meet the ongoing needs of people in our community. All orders must be pre-paid and placed by July 25. Purchasers will be notified when ornaments arrive. Contact
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Knitting Nights
Come knit or crochet with us! This is a yarn ministry, filled with yarn-loving people who enjoy creating things for missions. We make hats for the unhoused, as well as baby items for new moms. No knitting experience required. We can teach you! Join us on Monday nights in the
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Host Food and Fellowship
Please help us extend the hospitality of Jesus to members, newcomers, and guests in our Fellowship Hall every Sunday from 10:30-11:00. Here’s how to help: 1. Pick a date and sign up! 2. Provide 3 food options for 50 people. Popular suggestions include trays of cookies, fruit, veggies, donut holes,
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Moms Group Activitiesby Kim Wu on June 15, 2025 in Upcoming Events
Are you fully in your Mom Era, but still craving the fun and connection you had in your days of attending youth group? CUMC’s newest group is the one for you! MOMS: Moms Offering Moms Support meets twice a month. -Go out on the town for some grownup fun (time and location TBD each month). Contact Jane
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Pentecost in Picturesby Kim Wu on June 10, 2025 in Recent Events
Pentecost Under the Big Top Pentecost Sunday was a spectacle — in the best way! This past Sunday, our church truly went “Under the Big Top” as we celebrated Pentecost with joy, color, and community. In his sermon, Pastor Matthew reminded us that, much like in a circus where people
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Mission Trip Prayer Partners 2025
For every person participating in a mission trip this summer, we are seeking one person back home to serve as their prayer partner. The prayer partner's role is pray for your participant each day they are away. Prayer Partner Instructions: Thank you for serving as a prayer partner. Your ministry
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Missionary Update – Ellyn Dubberly – June 2025
Ellyn Dubberly sends the following update: I am doing well and the ministry is thriving and keeping me very busy. I am so appreciate of Centerville UMC and the continuous support from your missions team. Our school is serving 620 students Kinder 4 - through high school and is is
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2025 Graduate Paradeby Kim Wu on June 6, 2025 in Recent Events
This year we celebrate 19 graduates - high school, undergraduate, and advanced degree recipients.
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Reflections on Upward
From our director, B.J. Koubaroulis That kid hugging me in that photo is not my daughter, but that's why I fell in love with coaching. The bonds you build and the love you feel. As my time as director of the Upward program has come to an end, I want
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In Remembrance of Don Gillen
By Don Freeman It was April 2023 when Don Gillen called the Church and left a voicemail that he would like to worship with us, but needed a ride. As simple as it is, this is how Don's journey to salvation started. I think most of you saw him practically
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Easter in Photosby Kim Wu on May 2, 2025 in Recent Events
Wow — what an incredible Easter Sunday at Centreville UMC! We kicked things off bright and early with a beautiful sunrise service that filled our hearts with peace and joy as the sun came up. Our 9:00 and 11:00 worship services were filled with powerful music, an uplifting message, and
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