November 9, 2025
This Week's Opportunities for Connection
Poinsettia Orders
If you would like to have a Poinsettia placed in the church this Advent and Christmas season in honor or memory of loved ones, please complete the online order form (link coming soon) or a paper order form (available in Central Hall and the Narthex on Sunday).
Orders are due by Sunday, November 16.
Orders are due by Sunday, November 16.
Join Celebration Singers
Children in Kindergarten through fifth grade are welcome to join the Celebration Singers as we learn some Christmas melodies. Please join us starting Wednesday, November 5 from 6:15-6:45 PM in the choir room!
Central's Annual Christmas Craft and Gift Fair -
Saturday, November 8th
Get ready for Central's Annual Christmas Craft and Gift Fair, to be held THIS Saturday, November 8 from 8 am - 4 pm in the FLC.
To be a vendor, please contact centralwomensshow@gmail.com or 704-289-5244.
To be a vendor, please contact centralwomensshow@gmail.com or 704-289-5244.
Moravian Sugar Cakes
The New Beginnings Circle is selling Moravian Sugar Cakes to raise money for missions. Moravian Sugar Cake is a delicious cinnamon sweet bread that can be used for breakfast or as a dessert. An 8-inch square pan sells for $10.00. We are taking orders now or you may purchase these at the Central Women’s Show on November 8th.
Call Linda Deese for details or to order. 704-219-7199
Call Linda Deese for details or to order. 704-219-7199
Veteran's Day Breakfast - This Sunday
Are you or someone in your family a Veteran? We would like to honor all Central's Veterans THIS Sunday, November 9th with a breakfast at 9:45 am in Room 124, the Pathfinders Room.
Mobile Blood Drive - This Sunday
Central will host a Blood Drive THIS Sunday, November 9 from 9:30 AM–2:30 PM. The Big Red Bus will be parked in the lower lot near Barden Street. Your donation can save lives—please consider giving! See Irene Ward with any questions.
Youth Bonfire - Monday, November 10th
Monday, November 10th from 5:00 - 10:00 PM. We'll meet at 5:00 PM at the Church and travel via church bus. Youth Families are welcome! RSVP to Julie by Friday, November 7th.
Central Friends - Trip to JAARS Thursday, November 13
Our November trip on 11/13 will be a trip to JAARS in Waxhaw. The church bus will leave the church parking lot at 9:00 AM for a Base Tour.
Our lunch will be at the Townsend Café for a variety of reasonably priced sandwiches and salads.
We will then proceed to the Alphabet Museum. Since we will be taking the church bus, we need to have it back at the church by 1:30 for the preschoolers.
Must RSVP by November 1. For reservations or questions, contact Edie Anderson at 704-221-2022.
Our lunch will be at the Townsend Café for a variety of reasonably priced sandwiches and salads.
We will then proceed to the Alphabet Museum. Since we will be taking the church bus, we need to have it back at the church by 1:30 for the preschoolers.
Must RSVP by November 1. For reservations or questions, contact Edie Anderson at 704-221-2022.
Ongoing Opportunities for Connection
November Shareback
Our November Shareback is Loaves and Fishes of Union County.
Loaves and Fishes of Union County, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, volunteer-based community food pantry program that exists to support local families in crisis. Funds and food come to Loaves and Fishes of Union County, Inc. from local individuals, local congregations, civic and church groups, businesses, independent drives and local schools.
They are in need of shelf stable grocery items, such as canned meats, canned beef stew, canned fish, canned fruits like applesauce, and vegetables, soups, dry pasta, canned tomatoes, boxed instant potatoes, boxed macaroni and cheese, peanut butter and jelly, boxed baking mixes, flour, sugar, dried beans, rice, grits, oatmeal, apple juice, and ramen noodles.
Additionally, they will accept personal care items such as bars of soap, paper towels, and toilet paper.
Loaves and Fishes of Union County, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, volunteer-based community food pantry program that exists to support local families in crisis. Funds and food come to Loaves and Fishes of Union County, Inc. from local individuals, local congregations, civic and church groups, businesses, independent drives and local schools.
They are in need of shelf stable grocery items, such as canned meats, canned beef stew, canned fish, canned fruits like applesauce, and vegetables, soups, dry pasta, canned tomatoes, boxed instant potatoes, boxed macaroni and cheese, peanut butter and jelly, boxed baking mixes, flour, sugar, dried beans, rice, grits, oatmeal, apple juice, and ramen noodles.
Additionally, they will accept personal care items such as bars of soap, paper towels, and toilet paper.
Central Festival Choir
We are getting ready for Advent and Christmas and we want YOU to be part of our choir! Lifting our voices together is more than just singing, it’s a way to lead one another into a worship experience that is closer to God! Our commitment is to vital worship and transforming hearts, and through this experience your own heart can be transformed too.
We truly have fun together and it’s a low-stress way to serve and grow in faith. Even if you’ve never sung in a choir or touched a piece of music before, you are welcome. Rehearsals are on Wednesdays 6:45–7:15 and Sundays 9:55–10:35. They begin THIS WEDNESDAY & SUNDAY! So, come join us as we share the good news of the season and make a joyful noise to the Lord! We truly need your presence!
Join today by signing up at the link below. You can also come to our rehearsals, but the form helps us plan more effectively!
We truly have fun together and it’s a low-stress way to serve and grow in faith. Even if you’ve never sung in a choir or touched a piece of music before, you are welcome. Rehearsals are on Wednesdays 6:45–7:15 and Sundays 9:55–10:35. They begin THIS WEDNESDAY & SUNDAY! So, come join us as we share the good news of the season and make a joyful noise to the Lord! We truly need your presence!
Join today by signing up at the link below. You can also come to our rehearsals, but the form helps us plan more effectively!
Chuck Wagon Supplies Needed
The Chuckwagon is in need of disposable silverware sets. Please drop these off at the Chuck Wagon or at the office.
Future Opportunities for Connection
Western NC Conference Events
November 6 is District Clergy Day at MainStreet United Methodist Church in Albemarle.
On November 16th, the Uwharrie District will celebrate the installation of our new District Superintendent, Rev. Dr. In-Yong Lee. This service will be held at Main Street United Methodist Church in Albemarle at 3 PM. Church leaders and members are invited to attend.
On November 20th, there will be a combined meeting of the Metro and Uwharrie Districts at Blair Street United Methodist Church in Mint Hill from 10am – 3pm.
On November 16th, the Uwharrie District will celebrate the installation of our new District Superintendent, Rev. Dr. In-Yong Lee. This service will be held at Main Street United Methodist Church in Albemarle at 3 PM. Church leaders and members are invited to attend.
On November 20th, there will be a combined meeting of the Metro and Uwharrie Districts at Blair Street United Methodist Church in Mint Hill from 10am – 3pm.
Birthday Club - November 20
Join us for the November Birthday Club at 11:30 AM on Thursday, November 20 at Gus' Family Restaurant in Monroe. Jean Semken is the host.
Hanging of the Greens - Saturday, November 29
Many hands make light work! Join us for Hanging of the Greens on Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM as we prepare our sanctuary and spaces for the holy seasons of Advent and Christmas. Your help is truly needed and deeply appreciated!
Baptism Sunday
We will celebrate Holy Baptism on Sunday, December 21, 2025, during the 10:00 AM Combined Worship Service. If you are interested or desire your child to be baptized that Sunday, please complete the registration form below. In order to receive Holy Baptism, adult candidates and the guardians of children and youth candidates must attend a preparation class. The class will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM in the Library.
Register by clicking the link below or calling the church office at 704-289-3186.
Register by clicking the link below or calling the church office at 704-289-3186.
Other Church Announcements
Church Office Volunteers
Do you have a few hours to spare?
We’re seeking volunteers to help staff the church office from time to time — greeting visitors, answering phones, and assisting with simple office tasks.
Interested? Call or email Jessica Parker at jparker@centralumcmonroe.org or 704-289-3186 for details!
We’re seeking volunteers to help staff the church office from time to time — greeting visitors, answering phones, and assisting with simple office tasks.
Interested? Call or email Jessica Parker at jparker@centralumcmonroe.org or 704-289-3186 for details!
Member Name Tags
We love seeing our church family grow, and name tags help us feel even more connected!
Please remember to wear your new name tag each Sunday. It’s a simple way to help everyone put names to faces and make newcomers feel right at home.
Do you need a name tag or would you like a change made to the one you have? Please click on the link to request a new one, or look for the name tag request forms in Central Hall and the narthex before and after Sunday worship.
Please remember to wear your new name tag each Sunday. It’s a simple way to help everyone put names to faces and make newcomers feel right at home.
Do you need a name tag or would you like a change made to the one you have? Please click on the link to request a new one, or look for the name tag request forms in Central Hall and the narthex before and after Sunday worship.
We Are Hiring - Director of Music Ministries
We welcome those who are called to provide leadership of a music ministry team and serve with a church whose calling is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
App Logins & Notifications
Do you have the Central App? Are your notifications on? Are you logged in? We're going to help you get started!
To turn notifications on:
Open your Central App
Click the person icon at the top right
Scroll to App Settings
Click on Notifications
Ensure that General is toggled on and lights up green
You are good to go! Now you won't miss any communication from the church!
To Log In:
Tap the person icon at the top right
Tap Login or Sign Up
Tap Create an Account (in gray above the email box, on the right)
Enter your first and last name, email, and create a password
The app should remember your password so you won’t need to log in every time
If you choose not to create an account or skip the password, you may miss out on important features like event registration and personalized updates.
To turn notifications on:
Open your Central App
Click the person icon at the top right
Scroll to App Settings
Click on Notifications
Ensure that General is toggled on and lights up green
You are good to go! Now you won't miss any communication from the church!
To Log In:
Tap the person icon at the top right
Tap Login or Sign Up
Tap Create an Account (in gray above the email box, on the right)
Enter your first and last name, email, and create a password
The app should remember your password so you won’t need to log in every time
If you choose not to create an account or skip the password, you may miss out on important features like event registration and personalized updates.