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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Artificial Intelligence – Women’s Potluck
October 6, 2025, 5:30 p.m. Speaker: Lindsey Mastis, Journalist Blue Moves Media (former Anchor ABC 7) and AI Expert Topic: Artificial Intelligence: Impact on Families, Seniors, Security and our Daily Lives Everyone is invited to bring a dish to share. To ensure adequate seating, etc. please contact UWF President Patricia
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Friday Night Lights
Join us for a new program where we go out to local high schools to cheer on our own youth. It's all about building community and celebrating our youth—from the marching band to the football field. Upcoming Events: Sept 12: Fairfax HS vs. Robinson (Marching Band) Sept 19: South Lakes
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Blessing of the Animals
Wednesday, October 1 at 7:00 PM You and your pets are invited to join us for a brief outdoor service in our courtyard that will end with each animal being blessed by a pastor and receiving a special gift. For the safety of all animals and humans, pets should be
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Unoffendable Studyby Phil Mohr on September 6, 2025 in Upcoming Events
Facilitators: Stephanie Ruiz and Chris Richter Tuesday evenings beginning Sept. 16 | 7:00–8:30pm | Zoom Limited books available at CUMC for $15 It turns out giving up your "right" to be offended can be one of the most freeing and healthy things you can do. The idea of our own
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Penne for your Thought Trivia Night
Penne for Your Thoughts Trivia Night September 22 5:30-7:30 PM Join us for a pasta dinner followed by a friendly trivia competition! This event is open to everyone - families and singles, young and old. Different age-appropriate levels of trivia questions will be provided, so there will be something for
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Women’s Fall Retreat
Women’s Day Retreat - With All That I Am October 4 9:30AM-3:30 PM Location: Centreville UMC Cost (includes lunch and supplies): $40 per person Registrations are due by Sunday, Sept. 28 We invite you to join us for this year’s Women’s Retreat— to step aside from the busyness of
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New Women’s Studyby Kim Wu on August 29, 2025 in Upcoming Events
We see you, women—juggling work, family, and countless responsibilities. That’s why we invite you to carve out time for yourself to build community and grow in faith in a welcoming, encouraging space. Together we’ll take a relaxed journey through Scripture, exploring the lives of remarkable women whose devotion to God
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Dinner for 8
Coming Soon... The Fall 2025 edition of Dinner for 8! Get to know others over a shared meal once a month between September and the end of January. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet others that worship with you. Rose and Stuart Hitchings participated this past spring for the first
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Young Adult Study
Join our 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. We will meet
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Join Agape Ringers!
Healthy for the heart, good for the brain, and joyful for the soul—handbells have it all! Join our Agape Handbell Choir for beginning adults. No experience required, but you do need to know how to read music. No strings attached—just bells, fun, and community. Practices are held weekly on Wednesdays
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Sisters of Strength
Friday, September 19 at 5:00 PM If you are a widow and would like the opportunity to socialize with other widows, join us! Our next get-together is a salad supper Friday, September 19, at 5:00 PM at Mary Merrill's home. Sign up below.
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Young Adult Game Nightby Kim Wu on August 15, 2025 in Upcoming Events
Young Adults (ages 18-35) are invited for slices, smiles, and a whole lot of games! Come hungry for pizza and bring your game face! Meeting held in the youth space on the second floor. Contact Jimmie Pinkowski for questions.
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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 or distribution teams. You must be at least 12 years of
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Third Grade Bible Sunday
Third Grade Bible Sunday celebrates our young disciples as they each receive their very own Bible—a gift of God’s Word to guide them as they grow in faith and discover God’s story. Click on the button below to sign your third grader up to receive their own Bible on Sunday,
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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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Yarn Ministry
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 select Monday nights in
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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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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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Vacation Bible School Photos
What an AMAZING road trip we had at VBS this summer! Our campers hit the road on a faith-filled adventure and had a blast along the way! From singing catchy songs and diving into exciting Bible stories, to making fun crafts, playing awesome games, and enjoying delicious snacks — every
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