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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Graduate Recognition
On Sunday, June 1, we will honor and celebrate our class of 2025 high school and college graduates during our services. If you are a graduate or have a graduate in your family, click the button below to access the Graduate Biography Form. We want to celebrate ALL of our
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Young Adult Spring Retreatby Kim Wu on May 16, 2025 in Upcoming Events
Young Adults (age 18-35, single or married) are invited to a day retreat in nearby Bristow, VA, on Saturday, May 31, from 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM. Enjoy the company of other young adults of CUMC, enjoy the beauty and serenity of the monastery grounds, and experience spiritual renewal. Our
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Election Hosts
We are a polling site for the primary election on June 17. With many people from the community coming into our building on that day, this is an opportunity to be a positive, welcoming presence at a time that can be fraught with tension. The polls open at 6:00 AM
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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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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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Women’s Salad Supper
All are invited to the United Women in Faith's (UWF) Annual Salad Supper on June 9 at 5:30 PM in the fellowship hall. Join us for an evening of good food, great company, and meaningful conversation as we wrap up the year together. A representative from "I Support the Girls"
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Dinner for Centre Ridge Elementary School
On June 3, Centreville UMC will be sharing Christ’s love with the Centre Ridge Elementary School community by hosting an evening spaghetti dinner at the school for the students, staff, and families. This event will allow the school administration to hold important informational meetings with the parents while the children
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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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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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Teach Us to Pray Sermon Series
Prayer opens the door to relationship with God. The Lord’s Prayer gives us a powerful, personal way to speak with God. This series will walk through The Lord’s Prayer, exploring how each phrase opens our hearts to the God who is right here—present, personal, and full of love. Come discover
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Crafts & Conversation
Spend time crafting and enjoying the company of others on Saturday, May 17, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the chapel. Bring your own craft to work on or help stuff pillows for Mended Hearts. Beverages will be provided. Bring your lunch or order out. Parents and kids are
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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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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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Holy Thursday Seder Meal in Pictures
We gathered for a beautiful Holy Thursday Seder meal—a time of reflection, remembrance, and deep connection. As we shared the symbolic foods and retold the story of deliverance, we were reminded of the deep roots of our faith and the love that led Jesus to the cross. It was a
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