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Communications are crucial to building community. We do our best to keep members and visitors alike informed as to the multitude of opportunities available through our newsletters and this Events page that is updated regularly. The monthly newsletter is available as a downloadable pdf on this page. You can also request it and our weekly email updates by contacting office@centenarymacon.org to be added to our mailing list or inquire about details of a specific event.
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Whether you are interested in social gatherings, Bible study, book groups, classes, or service opportunities, this is your hub for all manner of events. We hope to see you soon!
Grief, Doubt, & Hope
Join Karlan Holik Tuesday evenings for a discussion of Grief, Doubt, & Hope
6:00-7:00pm | Downstairs classroom | Sept. 16th through October
* WHERE IS GOD WHEN BAD THINGS HAPPEN?
* DOES PRAYER REALLY MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
* IS THE BIBLE TRUE?
* DOES HEAVEN EXIST?
TOGETHER WE WILL:
* EXPLORE DOUBT AS A PATHWAY TO DEEPER FAITH
* ENGAGE WITH SCRIPTURE, CHRISTIAN TRADITION, AND
REAL-LIFE STORIES USING ADAM HAMILTON’S BOOK, WRESTLING WITH DOUBT, FINDING FAITH
* DISCOVER HOW TRUST IN GOD CAN GROW THROUGH HONEST QUESTIONS
* CREATE A SAFE SPACE FOR DISCUSSION AND REFLECTION
OPEN TO LONGTIME BELIEVERS, NEW SEEKERS, AND ANYONE WITH QUESTIONS.
FOR MORE INFO OR TO RSVP: OFFICE@CENTENARYMACON.ORG
“Making Sense of the Bible”
Join Pastor Sara for the Fall book study on Wednesdays beginning September 10th from 12:30-2:00pm. The group will be reading “Making Sense of the Bible” by Adam Hamilton. RSVP at sara@centenarymacon.org. The study will run through October.
Sunday Morning Study
Sunday Mornings | September 7 & 21; October 19th; November 2 & 16; December 7
Join Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman for a study of David Zahl’s book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn Out World.
Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman is the Chaplain and Coordinator for Faith & Service at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia. Since joining Wesleyan in 2022, her daily ministry consists of meeting with students to explore spirituality, identity, and vocation. As a deacon in the United Methodist Church, Rachel lives out her call to compassion and justice by facilitating community partnerships, planning community engagement programming, and equipping students to volunteer in Macon. Beyond resourcing the campus ministries, Rachel leads the Wesleyan Disciples, the hallmark of Christian ministry at Wesleyan. The Wesleyan Disciples meet weekly on Monday nights from 7-8pm in the OSP Multifaith Prayer Room and regular faith and service programming is offered throughout the year.
Women's Book Group Resumes
The Women's Book Group will resume meeting on the 3rd Sunday of each month at 3:00pm.
If you'd like to join or for more information, please reach out to Karol at karolkdaniel@gmail.com.
Grief, Doubt, & Hope
Join Karlan Holik Tuesday evenings for a discussion of Grief, Doubt, & Hope
6:00-7:00pm | Downstairs classroom | Sept. 16th through October
* WHERE IS GOD WHEN BAD THINGS HAPPEN?
* DOES PRAYER REALLY MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
* IS THE BIBLE TRUE?
* DOES HEAVEN EXIST?
TOGETHER WE WILL:
* EXPLORE DOUBT AS A PATHWAY TO DEEPER FAITH
* ENGAGE WITH SCRIPTURE, CHRISTIAN TRADITION, AND
REAL-LIFE STORIES USING ADAM HAMILTON’S BOOK, WRESTLING WITH DOUBT, FINDING FAITH
* DISCOVER HOW TRUST IN GOD CAN GROW THROUGH HONEST QUESTIONS
* CREATE A SAFE SPACE FOR DISCUSSION AND REFLECTION
OPEN TO LONGTIME BELIEVERS, NEW SEEKERS, AND ANYONE WITH QUESTIONS.
FOR MORE INFO OR TO RSVP: OFFICE@CENTENARYMACON.ORG
“Making Sense of the Bible”
Join Pastor Sara for the Fall book study on Wednesdays beginning September 10th from 12:30-2:00pm. The group will be reading “Making Sense of the Bible” by Adam Hamilton. RSVP at sara@centenarymacon.org. The study will run through October.
Tears of Things joins HPP
More than a book study. Join the conversation!
Thursdays. September 4th - October 2nd 12:30 -2:00pm | CCMI Conference Room
NOTE: This group will join with the Hope, Peace & Prayer Group that will meet weekly for the duration of this study.
If interested, email beth@centenarymacon.org.
Looking for a place to connect?
Join us for five weeks of community building, conversation, and reflection, as we explore themes from our sermon series alongside highlights from Richard Rohr’s powerful book:
The Tears of Things:
Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage.
Each week, we’ll reflect on key points of the sermon and selected concepts from the book. Already familiar with the book?
Wonderful—come share your insights.
Haven’t had time to read it?
No problem—just bring yourself.
Come as you are, as we find hope and encouragement in one another,
deepen our sense of community, and perhaps even discover our own
prophetic voices along the way.
Blood Drive
Give the gift of life!
Register to donate at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive and search for Centenary.
Grief, Doubt, & Hope
Join Karlan Holik Tuesday evenings for a discussion of Grief, Doubt, & Hope
6:00-7:00pm | Downstairs classroom | Sept. 16th through October
* WHERE IS GOD WHEN BAD THINGS HAPPEN?
* DOES PRAYER REALLY MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
* IS THE BIBLE TRUE?
* DOES HEAVEN EXIST?
TOGETHER WE WILL:
* EXPLORE DOUBT AS A PATHWAY TO DEEPER FAITH
* ENGAGE WITH SCRIPTURE, CHRISTIAN TRADITION, AND
REAL-LIFE STORIES USING ADAM HAMILTON’S BOOK, WRESTLING WITH DOUBT, FINDING FAITH
* DISCOVER HOW TRUST IN GOD CAN GROW THROUGH HONEST QUESTIONS
* CREATE A SAFE SPACE FOR DISCUSSION AND REFLECTION
OPEN TO LONGTIME BELIEVERS, NEW SEEKERS, AND ANYONE WITH QUESTIONS.
FOR MORE INFO OR TO RSVP: OFFICE@CENTENARYMACON.ORG
Tears of Things joins HPP
More than a book study. Join the conversation!
Thursdays. September 4th - October 2nd 12:30 -2:00pm | CCMI Conference Room
NOTE: This group will join with the Hope, Peace & Prayer Group that will meet weekly for the duration of this study.
If interested, email beth@centenarymacon.org.
Looking for a place to connect?
Join us for five weeks of community building, conversation, and reflection, as we explore themes from our sermon series alongside highlights from Richard Rohr’s powerful book:
The Tears of Things:
Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage.
Each week, we’ll reflect on key points of the sermon and selected concepts from the book. Already familiar with the book?
Wonderful—come share your insights.
Haven’t had time to read it?
No problem—just bring yourself.
Come as you are, as we find hope and encouragement in one another,
deepen our sense of community, and perhaps even discover our own
prophetic voices along the way.
World Communion Sunday
Centenary UMC is a place where everyone is welcome at the table of grace to receive the Bread of Life and the Cup of Blessing known as Holy Communion. Join us on this special day, as followers of the Universal Christ around the world come together to receive that which is good and go out to share that goodness with the world.
Sunday Morning Study
Sunday Mornings | September 7 & 21; October 19th; November 2 & 16; December 7
Join Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman for a study of David Zahl’s book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn Out World.
Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman is the Chaplain and Coordinator for Faith & Service at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia. Since joining Wesleyan in 2022, her daily ministry consists of meeting with students to explore spirituality, identity, and vocation. As a deacon in the United Methodist Church, Rachel lives out her call to compassion and justice by facilitating community partnerships, planning community engagement programming, and equipping students to volunteer in Macon. Beyond resourcing the campus ministries, Rachel leads the Wesleyan Disciples, the hallmark of Christian ministry at Wesleyan. The Wesleyan Disciples meet weekly on Monday nights from 7-8pm in the OSP Multifaith Prayer Room and regular faith and service programming is offered throughout the year.
Daylight Savings Time Ends
Don’t forget to set your clocks back on Saturday night, so you can enjoy that extra hour of sleep before joining us for worship.
Sunday Morning Study
Sunday Mornings | September 7 & 21; October 19th; November 2 & 16; December 7
Join Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman for a study of David Zahl’s book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn Out World.
Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman is the Chaplain and Coordinator for Faith & Service at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia. Since joining Wesleyan in 2022, her daily ministry consists of meeting with students to explore spirituality, identity, and vocation. As a deacon in the United Methodist Church, Rachel lives out her call to compassion and justice by facilitating community partnerships, planning community engagement programming, and equipping students to volunteer in Macon. Beyond resourcing the campus ministries, Rachel leads the Wesleyan Disciples, the hallmark of Christian ministry at Wesleyan. The Wesleyan Disciples meet weekly on Monday nights from 7-8pm in the OSP Multifaith Prayer Room and regular faith and service programming is offered throughout the year.
All Saints Sunday
Join us for this beautiful and poignant worship service on November 3, 2024, as we remember the lives and contributions of those who have died during the past year. We will call the names aloud and light candles of remembrance.
New Sunday Morning Study
Sunday Mornings | September 7 & 21; October 19th; November 2 & 16; December 7
Join Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman for a study of David Zahl’s book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn Out World.
Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman is the Chaplain and Coordinator for Faith & Service at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia. Since joining Wesleyan in 2022, her daily ministry consists of meeting with students to explore spirituality, identity, and vocation. As a deacon in the United Methodist Church, Rachel lives out her call to compassion and justice by facilitating community partnerships, planning community engagement programming, and equipping students to volunteer in Macon. Beyond resourcing the campus ministries, Rachel leads the Wesleyan Disciples, the hallmark of Christian ministry at Wesleyan. The Wesleyan Disciples meet weekly on Monday nights from 7-8pm in the OSP Multifaith Prayer Room and regular faith and service programming is offered throughout the year.
Annual Lighting of the Star
This community event is a longstanding tradition at Centenary and one of the favorite things that we do all year long. Pack up the kids and bring your neighbors as we gather for the lighting of the star atop the sanctuary. We’ll have a light supper and hot chocolate, sing carols and read the Christmas story to mark the beginning of the season of Advent.
P.S. Don’t forget to bring items to stock our Community Fridge and Pantry as an offering to place in the manger tonight.
Sunday Morning Study
Sunday Mornings | September 7 & 21; October 19th; November 2 & 16; December 7
Join Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman for a study of David Zahl’s book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn Out World.
Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman is the Chaplain and Coordinator for Faith & Service at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia. Since joining Wesleyan in 2022, her daily ministry consists of meeting with students to explore spirituality, identity, and vocation. As a deacon in the United Methodist Church, Rachel lives out her call to compassion and justice by facilitating community partnerships, planning community engagement programming, and equipping students to volunteer in Macon. Beyond resourcing the campus ministries, Rachel leads the Wesleyan Disciples, the hallmark of Christian ministry at Wesleyan. The Wesleyan Disciples meet weekly on Monday nights from 7-8pm in the OSP Multifaith Prayer Room and regular faith and service programming is offered throughout the year.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Another of Centenary’s treasured traditions is the Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Service at 5:00 PM. This family friendly service includes the reading of the Christmas story, a brief homily, and your favorite Christmas carols in addition to Holy Communion. It is especially important to know at this time of year’s always, that ours is a truly open communion table offering the Bread of Life and Cup of Blessing to all who wish to receive it. We hope you and your extended family and friends will plan to make this special service part of your annual tradition as well.
Tears of Things joins HPP
More than a book study. Join the conversation!
Thursdays. September 4th - October 2nd 12:30 -2:00pm | CCMI Conference Room
NOTE: This group will join with the Hope, Peace & Prayer Group that will meet weekly for the duration of this study.
If interested, email beth@centenarymacon.org.
Looking for a place to connect?
Join us for five weeks of community building, conversation, and reflection, as we explore themes from our sermon series alongside highlights from Richard Rohr’s powerful book:
The Tears of Things:
Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage.
Each week, we’ll reflect on key points of the sermon and selected concepts from the book. Already familiar with the book?
Wonderful—come share your insights.
Haven’t had time to read it?
No problem—just bring yourself.
Come as you are, as we find hope and encouragement in one another,
deepen our sense of community, and perhaps even discover our own
prophetic voices along the way.
Wonderful Wednesday Supper
There’s alway “a place at the table” for you! But reservations do help.
Please RSVP by September 7th to office@centenarymacon.org.
“Making Sense of the Bible”
Join Pastor Sara for the Fall book study on Wednesdays beginning September 10th from 12:30-2:00pm. The group will be reading “Making Sense of the Bible” by Adam Hamilton. RSVP at sara@centenarymacon.org. The study will run through October.
Adult Interfaith Camp
Wednesdays, August 6th through September 3rd
Pot Luck Sunday, Sept. 7th
Come join us each Wednesday in August and the first Wed in September from 6-7PM, as we will meet at different faith communities to learn about their faith practices. We will gather together for a potluck dinner on Sunday Sept 7th at First Baptist Church of Christ at 6pm to celebrate community and all we learned.
Pot Luck Celebration at First Baptist Church of Christ
511 High Street, Macon
"Ladies Luncheon"
"Ladies Luncheon" will hold their monthly gathering June 1st and will be dining at a local Macon restaurant. "Ladies Luncheon" is an exciting group of gay men & friends who meet up the first Sunday of the month for lunch & conversation. All gay men & their friends are invited to join!
For full details contact Don at 404-556-0729.
New Sunday Morning Study
Sunday Mornings | September 7 & 21; October 19th; November 2 & 16; December 7
Join Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman for a study of David Zahl’s book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn Out World.
Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman is the Chaplain and Coordinator for Faith & Service at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia. Since joining Wesleyan in 2022, her daily ministry consists of meeting with students to explore spirituality, identity, and vocation. As a deacon in the United Methodist Church, Rachel lives out her call to compassion and justice by facilitating community partnerships, planning community engagement programming, and equipping students to volunteer in Macon. Beyond resourcing the campus ministries, Rachel leads the Wesleyan Disciples, the hallmark of Christian ministry at Wesleyan. The Wesleyan Disciples meet weekly on Monday nights from 7-8pm in the OSP Multifaith Prayer Room and regular faith and service programming is offered throughout the year.
Tears of Things joins HPP
More than a book study. Join the conversation!
Thursdays. September 4th - October 2nd 12:30 -2:00pm | CCMI Conference Room
NOTE: This group will join with the Hope, Peace & Prayer Group that will meet weekly for the duration of this study.
If interested, email beth@centenarymacon.org.
Looking for a place to connect?
Join us for five weeks of community building, conversation, and reflection, as we explore themes from our sermon series alongside highlights from Richard Rohr’s powerful book:
The Tears of Things:
Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage.
Each week, we’ll reflect on key points of the sermon and selected concepts from the book. Already familiar with the book?
Wonderful—come share your insights.
Haven’t had time to read it?
No problem—just bring yourself.
Come as you are, as we find hope and encouragement in one another,
deepen our sense of community, and perhaps even discover our own
prophetic voices along the way.
Adult Interfaith Camp
Wednesdays, August 6th through September 3rd
Pot Luck Sunday, Sept. 7th
Come join us each Wednesday in August and the first Wed in September from 6-7PM, as we will meet at different faith communities to learn about their faith practices. We will gather together for a potluck dinner on Sunday Sept 7th at First Baptist Church of Christ at 6pm to celebrate community and all we learned.
Meeting this Week at Temple Beth Israel
892 Cherry Street Macon
Adult Interfaith Camp
Wednesdays, August 6th through September 3rd
Pot Luck Sunday, Sept. 7th
Come join us each Wednesday in August and the first Wed in September from 6-7PM, as we will meet at different faith communities to learn about their faith practices. We will gather together for a potluck dinner on Sunday Sept 7th at First Baptist Church of Christ at 6pm to celebrate community and all we learned.
Meeting this Week with Quakers of Macon at Centenary UMC
1290 College St. Macon
Sermon Series: The Prophets
August 24th | “How the Prophets Carry Us Through” with Rev. Sara Pugh Montgomery
Hope, Peace & Prayer Gathering
Join us in our new location in the conference room of the CCMI Community Center.
Adult Interfaith Camp
Wednesdays, August 6th through September 3rd
Pot Luck Sunday, Sept. 7th
Come join us each Wednesday in August and the first Wed in September from 6-7PM, as we will meet at different faith communities to learn about their faith practices. We will gather together for a potluck dinner on Sunday Sept 7th at First Baptist Church of Christ at 6pm to celebrate community and all we learned.
Meeting this Week at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox
859 1st St, Macon
Book Discussion
Join Pastor Sara for this hopeful and thought-provoking book conversation on Wednesday, August 20th from 12:30 - 2:00 pm.
Women's Book Group Resumes
The Women's Book Group will be beginning again soon following summer break. The group will meet on August 19th at 6:30pm to discuss book choices and make the upcoming selections for the next reading season.
If you'd like to join or for more information, please reach out to Karol at karolkdaniel@gmail.com.
Hot Dogs & Hymns
Join us after worship for our annual Hymn Sing in the Fellowship Hall. We’ll be having hot dogs with all the fixings for lunch.
New Sermon Series begins Aug. 17th
August 17th | “Jesus as Prophet” with Rev. Sara Pugh Montgomery
Movement & Meditation
Laura Sugg will be offering an all-level yoga class every 3rd Saturday morning this Summer.
Her parents of Neuro-diverse children's meetup will follow the class on the 3rd Saturdays as well.
We are also delighted to share that our kids will get a special treat this summer as she leads them in children's church through a program called Grounded Kids which offers them Yoga & breathing practices to learn and also how incorporate those when big emotions arise!
Adult Interfaith Camp
Wednesdays, August 6th through September 3rd
Pot Luck Sunday, Sept. 7th
Come join us each Wednesday in August and the first Wed in September from 6-7PM, as we will meet at different faith communities to learn about their faith practices. We will gather together for a potluck dinner on Sunday Sept 7th at First Baptist Church of Christ at 6pm to celebrate community and all we learned.
Meeting this Week at High Street Unitarian Universalist
1085 High Street, Macon
Hope, Peace & Prayer Gathering
Join us in our new location in the conference room of the CCMI Community Center.
Adult Interfaith Camp
Wednesdays, August 6th through September 3rd
Pot Luck Sunday, Sept. 7th
Come join us each Wednesday in August and the first Wed in September from 6-7PM, as we will meet at different faith communities to learn about their faith practices. We will gather together for a potluck dinner on Sunday Sept 7th at First Baptist Church of Christ at 6pm to celebrate community and all we learned.
Meeting this Week at the Islamic Center of Macon
1655 Eisenhower Parkway | Macon GA
"Ladies Luncheon"
"Ladies Luncheon" will hold their monthly gathering June 1st and will be dining at a local Macon restaurant. "Ladies Luncheon" is an exciting group of gay men & friends who meet up the first Sunday of the month for lunch & conversation. All gay men & their friends are invited to join!
For full details contact Don at 404-556-0729.
Blessing of the Backpacks
As our students return to school, we invite you to join us as we wish them a smooth transition and a fun and safe year ahead.
Youth Choir
The New Generation Singers, St. Joseph, MO. will be performing in concert at Centenary UMC on Tuesday, July 29th at 6:30pm. Come out and support these talented and committed youth. We could all use an evening of song!
Blessing of the Teachers
As the teachers and others in the education arena prepare to return to school, we invite you to join us as we recognize and bless them for the year ahead.
Journey to Justice Part 2
Professor David Swigart will be continuing the discussion of LGBTQ issues through the lens of fiction with Camp Damascus by Chuck Tingle. The group will meet on Fridays through August 22nd.
Hope, Peace & Prayer Gathering
Join us in our new location in the conference room of the CCMI Community Center.
Movement & Meditation
Laura Sugg will be offering an all-level yoga class every 3rd Saturday morning this Summer.
Her parents of Neuro-diverse children's meetup will follow the class on the 3rd Saturdays as well.
We are also delighted to share that our kids will get a special treat this summer as she leads them in children's church through a program called Grounded Kids which offers them Yoga & breathing practices to learn and also how incorporate those when big emotions arise!