Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary
The 10:30 AM Sanctuary worship service incorporates hymns, scripture readings, prayers, faith affirmations, and sermons praising God. Music plays an integral role through the participation of children’s, adult, and handbell choirs. Support for singing is provided by organ, piano, and occasionally other instruments. The Liturgical Year is observed (click here for more information), and scripture lessons are from the Revised Common Lectionary.
Casual Worship in The Well
Central offers a more casual, come-as-you-are style of service at 10:30 AM on Sunday mornings in the Davis Christian Life Center. This service explores worship through different styles of music, prayer, and settings. Services at The Well are often designed around a particular theme and are much less formal than the traditional services at Central. The Well provides yet another excellent and faithful way to worship God.
Prayer and Holy Communion Service
This service is held each Wednesday in Ingram Chapel (adjacent to the sanctuary) from 12:15-12:45 p.m. Led by one of the clergy, these services provide time for contemplation, quiet prayer, intercessory prayer, and Holy Communion. All are welcome.
Seasonal Services
Lenten Season
Central hosts various guest speakers and performers each Wednesday of the Lenten season. Other Lenten services include Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, and Good Friday. Each service adds depth of meaning and feeling to these holiest of days in the Christian year. All prepare us for the holiest day of celebration—Easter.
Advent and Christmas
A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
This service tells the story of God's involvement in our lives from creation to the birth of Jesus. It features Central UMC's chancel choir and scripture readings by community leaders.
Christmas Eve Service of Candle Lighting and Holy Communion
Held at 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. in the sanctuary and The Well on Christmas Eve, this is a moving service of music and scripture readings that celebrate the birth of Christ.
For Your Comfort
Wireless hearing aids are available for those with difficulty hearing in worship. They are very user-friendly, and can be secured by asking one of the ushers.Wheelchairs are available for those who need assistance into the church. Please ask an usher (located at each main door) and they will be able to help.