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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!

Maundy Thursday
Join us at 5:30 PM in the Sanctuary to receive the Bread of Life and Cup of Blessing, as we remember Jesus’ journey to the cross.

CCMI Community Cookout
Come out for the fun and support CCMI with this family fundraising event. Purchase your tickets now using the QR code below.

Easter Sunday
Rejoice with us this Easter Sunday!
Don’t forget to bring flowers for the floral cross by 10:30 AM.




Women's Book Group
Join the fun with The Women’s Book Group. Newcomers welcome! For more information and location, contact karolkdaniel@gmail.com. NOTE: The group will not meet on the regular Third Sunday due to Easter falling on April 20th.


Georgia SNAP Ed
Beginning on Monday, May 5th in the Fellowship Hall. Weekly FREE weekly nutrition programs.



Wesleyan Arboretum
We will be taking a guided tour of the Wesleyan Arboretum behind Wesleyan College on Wednesday, May 14th at 9:00am. Join us, as together we enjoy the Fauna and Flora of nature in the Springtime. Please R.S.V.P. to office@centenarymacon.org.

Ocmulgee Mounds Hike
We will be taking a hike around the Ocmulgee Indian Mounds on Saturday, May, 17th. Join us as we explore and learn more about the sacred mounds and surrounding trails. Please R.S.V.P. to office@centenarymacon.org
Graduation Celebration!
Save the Date! Details to follow.
Join us in worship to hear from James Smith and afterwards for a celebration of the completion of his studies and graduation from Mercer!

Women's Book Group
Join the fun with The Women’s Book Group. Newcomers welcome! For more information and location, contact karolkdaniel@gmail.com.

VBS
Save the Date!
VBS is back for another exciting summer adventure and we're partnering with other downtown congregations again for an enriching experience for all! Watch for additional details.
Those who would like to volunteer—reach out to sara@centenarymacon.org.

Neuro-Diverse Game Night
Join Centenary's Neurospicy Adults Group for our meet-up at Artspace Macon!
A fun game night where we can all have fun being ourselves!
Artspace Macon in Ingleside Village
Contact Laura for details
Laura@centenarymacon.org
Neurospicy Adults Club Meetup for Game Night

Palm Sunday
Join us for worship at 11:00 am and our Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Picnic in the Community Garden following worship at 12:30 PM.
Please RSVP for the picnic by April 10th.

Magnolia Soap Box Derby
Come out to join the fun with the Centenary Team comprised of Alan Fordham, Dave Blosser, Jack Castle and his grandson in law, Bill. See. you on the hill!

A Journey Towards Justice Study
A New Study | March 28th through May | Once I Was You by Maria Hinojosa
CCMI: A JOURNEY TOWARD JUSTICE
A Journey Toward Justice is an ongoing book study led by Centenary Community Ministries in which we read books centered on major themes within the fight toward community justice. To accompany each book, the group will participate in one or several community projects based on the theme studied. Previous topics include food scarcity, environmental justice, and democratic disenfranchisement.
This time, we'll be working to understand the complex system of immigration and detention centers in the United States. We will primarily be reading Maria Hinojosa's "Once I Was You" but other readings will be provided as well for the most comprehensive look at differing perspectives.


WIA April Meeting
April Luncheon Meeting
Monday, April 7, 2025
12:00 noon until 2:00 P.M.
Islamic Center of Middle Georgia
2501 Elberta Rd
Centerville, GA 31028
LUNCH WILL BE COVERED DISH
Bring your favorite dish with serving utensil
(No pork products or gelatin, please)
Meeting Topic
Healing Foods in Our Faith Traditions
This month we’ll hear from a multi-faith panel brief presentations on what their traditions say about the connection between food and healing. We’ll continue the conversation around our tables with discussion of what role does food personal play for you in your faith and healing and health. You may want to bring a food (and label it) that is significant to you as part of the covered dish (remember, no pork or gelatin products please).
Community Event
One of our community partners, St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, will be offering an evening of education and opportunities to mobilize to eliminate Capital Punishment in Georgia and around the world. Join us as we learn together.
“Ladies” Luncheon
Ladies Luncheon is an exciting and growing group of gay men and their friends who gather for Sunday lunch and conversation on the first Sunday of each month. Anyone who would like to join us is welcomed! For restaurant location call Don at 404-556-0729.
Community Event
One of our community partners, St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, will be offering An Introduction to Advocacy on Saturday morning, April 5th. The training will be held at St. Peter Claver Church | 131 Ward Street | Macon | In the Social Hall.

A Journey Towards Justice Study
A New Study | March 28th through May | Once I Was You by Maria Hinojosa
CCMI: A JOURNEY TOWARD JUSTICE
A Journey Toward Justice is an ongoing book study led by Centenary Community Ministries in which we read books centered on major themes within the fight toward community justice. To accompany each book, the group will participate in one or several community projects based on the theme studied. Previous topics include food scarcity, environmental justice, and democratic disenfranchisement.
This time, we'll be working to understand the complex system of immigration and detention centers in the United States. We will primarily be reading Maria Hinojosa's "Once I Was You" but other readings will be provided as well for the most comprehensive look at differing perspectives.


Understanding the Cross with Tim Bagwell
Rev. Tim Bagwell was the Senior Pastor at Centenary from 2005 until May 2021. It is with great excitement that we welcome him back to lead this class, as we look at the multiple ways to understand the cross and all it symbolizes.

Social Change Now
Join us for the third of four Sunday workshops presented by Sarah Roche.

Wednesday Book Study
Join Pastor Sara for a study of Dancing in the Darkness midday on Wednesdays through the season of Lent, March 12th through April 23rd.

Understanding the Cross with Tim Bagwell
Rev. Tim Bagwell was the Senior Pastor at Centenary from 2005 until May 2021. It is with great excitement that we welcome him back to lead this class, as we look at the multiple ways to understand the cross and all it symbolizes.

Women's Book Group
Join the fun with The Women’s Book Group. Newcomers welcome! For more information and location, contact karolkdaniel@gmail.com.

Volunteers needed for VBS
Save the Date! VBS is back for another exciting summer adventure and we're partnering with other downtown congregations again for an enriching experience for all!
Those who would like to volunteer—reach out to sara@centenarymacon.org.
There will be a brief training on Sunday, March 16 from 12:30-2PM after worship at Mulberry Street UMC with lunch provided. Come to learn more about the curriculum and our roles as leaders.



Wednesday Supper & Letter Writing
Join us for a meal and an opportunity to participate in a letter writing campaign for BREAD FOR THE WORLD to encourage Congress to use their power to impact the policies and programs that can end hunger. For more information on the letter writing, contact Elaine.m.davies67@gmail.com.

Wednesday Book Study
Join Pastor Sara for a study of Dancing in the Darkness midday on Wednesdays through the season of Lent, March 12th through April 23rd.

Understanding the Cross with Tim Bagwell
Rev. Tim Bagwell was the Senior Pastor at Centenary from 2005 until May 2021. It is with great excitement that we welcome him back to lead this class, as we look at the multiple ways to understand the cross and all it symbolizes.

Daylight Savings Time
Don’t forget to set your clock ahead one hour Saturday night before bed!


Ash Wednesday Service
We will gather in the sanctuary at 5:30pm for worship to mark the beginning of the Lenten season. Join us as we receive the mark of the cross as a sign of God’s love and our mortality. May we cherish every breath we take.

Ashes to Go
Join us either in your car, on foot, or in the sanctuary for worship , as we receive our ashes as a sign of God’s love and our mortality. May we cherish every breath we take.
Drop by the Community Garden between Noon and 1:00 PM for Ashes to Go to mark the beginning of Lent.
We will also gather at 5:30pm for worship.

WIA March Meeting
March Meeting
Monday, March 3, 2025
12:00 noon until 2:00 P.M.
Wesley United Methodist Church
4226 Hartley Bridge Road
Macon GA 31216
It's Ramadan
To honor the Ramadan fast of our Muslim friends, no food or drink will be served at this meeting. If your personal situation requires that you eat or drink, feel free to bring food or water as needed.
Meeting Topic
Healing in Our Faith Traditions
This month, we will hear from members of a multi-faith panel as they review with us what their scriptures say about healing. After brief presentations from Hindu, Jewish, Christian, Muslim and Bahai WIA members, we will have a Questions and Answer time, and if time allows, small group discussion.
“Ladies” Luncheon
Ladies Luncheon is an exciting and growing group of gay men and their friends who gather for Sunday lunch and conversation on the first Sunday of each month. Anyone who would like to join us is welcomed! For restaurant location call Don at 404-556-0729.

Preparing for Lent
Join us for worship on the Sunday before Ash Wednesday, as Pastor Sara sets the stage for our Lenten theme, and we prepare our hearts for An Expansive Lent in the coming weeks.