Upcoming Events
Spring BEDS BUILD DAY
Simply show up, ask for Art, and he will put you to work. All ages are welcome, and no experience is needed, but if you know how to run a router or work a belt sander, all the better. No tools are necessary, but please bring work gloves. As always, thank you for being people who make a difference for Jesus in our world. You are needed.
Youth Sunday - The Well
The Youth of Central UMC will lead worship in The Well on Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Youth Sunday - Sanctuary
The Youth of Central UMC will lead worship in the Sanctuary on Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Service of Prayer & Holy Communion - March 25, 2026
Before our Midweek Lenten worship services, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel.
Midweek Lenten Service - March 25, 2026
Guest Speaker for March 25, 2026- Rev. Tiffany Knowlin Boykin, Wesley UMC, Columbia
Each Wednesday in Lent, Central will hold a worship service at 12:00 PM in the Sanctuary, featuring either a guest preacher or a musical program. Before worship, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel. Lunch will be served in Spears Fellowship Hall immediately following worship. The cost is $8.00 per person, and you may register in advance or pay at the door.
Midweek Lenten Lunch - March 25, 2026
Lunch will be served in Spears Fellowship Hall immediately following worship. The cost is $8.00 per person, and you may register in advance or pay at the door.
Each Wednesday in Lent, Central will hold a worship service at 12:00 PM in the Sanctuary, featuring either a guest preacher or a musical program. Before worship, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel.
Wednesday Night Dinner - March 25, 2026
Join us for Wednesday Night Dinner at 5:30 PM in the Davis CLC!
Enjoy a delicious meal and great fellowship with your church family each week.
Dinner is $10 for adults and $5 for children. We strongly encourage registration, which can be completed through Realm or by calling the church office. You can also check this week’s menu on Realm or by contacting the church office.
Palm Sunday - Chapel Service
Palm Sunday begins Holy Week, commemorating Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. He was greeted as the Messiah, entering the holy city.
Palm Sunday - The Well
Palm Sunday begins Holy Week, commemorating Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. He was greeted as the Messiah, entering the holy city.
Palm Sunday - Sanctuary
Palm Sunday begins Holy Week, commemorating Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. He was greeted as the Messiah, entering the holy city.
Easter Egg Hunt
Central UMC will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, March 29, at the church, immediately following worship. More information coming soon!
Service of Prayer & Holy Communion - April 1, 2026
Before our Midweek Lenten worship services, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel.
Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Service
On the evening of Maundy Thursday, we commemorate the night before Jesus was crucified. On this night, Jesus instituted the Sacrament of Holy Communion at the Passover meal with His disciples. After the meal, Jesus was arrested, tried before the Sanhedrin and Pontius Pilate, and was sentenced to death by crucifixion. This service will be held at 7:00 PM in the sanctuary.
Good Friday Service
Good Friday is the day on which Jesus died for our sins. He was nailed to the cross and died on Friday afternoon. After His death, His body was laid in a tomb. This service will take place at 12:00 PM in the sanctuary.
Sunrise Easter Service
Easter is a celebration of new life, hope, and the incredible love of Jesus Christ! Just as the disciples discovered the empty tomb at sunrise, we invite you to experience the joy of the risen Lord with us at Central United Methodist Church. Whether you’re seeking a fresh start, a renewed faith, or simply a place to belong, you are welcome here. Join us on Sunday, April 5, as we worship, rejoice, and proclaim together: Christ is risen! Come and be part of this life-changing moment—we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Easter Service - The Well
Easter is a celebration of new life, hope, and the incredible love of Jesus Christ! Just as the disciples discovered the empty tomb at sunrise, we invite you to experience the joy of the risen Lord with us at Central United Methodist Church. Whether you’re seeking a fresh start, a renewed faith, or simply a place to belong, you are welcome here. Join us on Sunday, April 5, as we worship, rejoice, and proclaim together: Christ is risen! Come and be part of this life-changing moment—we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Easter Service - Sanctuary
Easter is a celebration of new life, hope, and the incredible love of Jesus Christ! Just as the disciples discovered the empty tomb at sunrise, we invite you to experience the joy of the risen Lord with us at Central United Methodist Church. Whether you’re seeking a fresh start, a renewed faith, or simply a place to belong, you are welcome here. Join us on Sunday, April 5, as we worship, rejoice, and proclaim together: Christ is risen! Come and be part of this life-changing moment—we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Red Cross Blood Drive - April
Our Blood Drive will be on April 16, from 1:30 to 6:30 PM in the Davis Christian Life Center. If you would like to donate, please sign up on Sunday mornings in The Commons or by calling the church office (843-662-3218).
Confirmation Sunday
On Sunday, April 19, Central will celebrate the confirmation of our confirmands during the 11:00 AM worship service in the sanctuary. These confirmands have taken part in classes led by our pastors, learning about foundational theological beliefs and the United Methodist faith. Their preparation also included time spent with their mentors and a retreat.
Heritage Sunday - Chapel
Heritage Sunday at Central!
This celebration honors those who have faithfully ministered at Central UMC for fifty years or more.
Heritage Sunday - The Well
Heritage Sunday at Central!
This celebration honors those who have faithfully ministered at Central UMC for fifty years or more.
Heritage Sunday - Sanctuary
Heritage Sunday at Central!
This celebration honors those who have faithfully ministered at Central UMC for fifty years or more.
Graduation Sunday
May, 10, 2026 is Graduation Sunday, when we gather to celebrate the achievements of our high school graduates. We extend our blessings and prayers for their future endeavors and honor each graduate’s journey, applauding their dedication, perseverance, and growth.
Costa Rica Mission Trip
Our dates are set for May 30-June 6, 2026. This is a wonderful trip that you won’t soon forget! Join us as we help further the Kingdom of God with missionary Wil Bailey and the Costa Rica Mission Project (CRMP). All ages are welcome to attend. A parent must accompany children younger than 14 years of age. No skills are required. The cost is $1,500 and includes airfare, meals, lodging, transportation, construction materials, local labor, and insurance. Scholarships are available! Contact David Coker for more information.
Red Cross Blood Drive - June
Our Blood Drive will be on June 18, from 1:30 to 6:30 PM in the Davis Christian Life Center. If you would like to donate, please sign up on Sunday mornings in The Commons or by calling the church office (843-662-3218).
Red Cross Blood Drive - August
Our Blood Drive will be on August 20, from 1:30 to 6:30 PM in the Davis Christian Life Center. If you would like to donate, please sign up on Sunday mornings in The Commons or by calling the church office (843-662-3218).
Red Cross Blood Drive - October
Our Blood Drive will be on October 22, from 1:30 to 6:30 PM in the Davis Christian Life Center. If you would like to donate, please sign up on Sunday mornings in The Commons or by calling the church office (843-662-3218).
Red Cross Blood Drive - December
Our Blood Drive will be on December 17, from 1:30 to 6:30 PM in the Davis Christian Life Center. If you would like to donate, please sign up on Sunday mornings in The Commons or by calling the church office (843-662-3218).
Wednesday Night Dinner - March 18, 2026
Join us for Wednesday Night Dinner at 5:30 PM in the Davis CLC!
Enjoy a delicious meal and great fellowship with your church family each week.
Dinner is $10 for adults and $5 for children. We strongly encourage registration, which can be completed through Realm or by calling the church office. You can also check this week’s menu on Realm or by contacting the church office.
Midweek Lenten Lunch - March 18, 2026
Lunch will be served in Spears Fellowship Hall immediately following worship. The cost is $8.00 per person, and you may register in advance or pay at the door.
Each Wednesday in Lent, Central will hold a worship service at 12:00 PM in the Sanctuary, featuring either a guest preacher or a musical program. Before worship, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel.
Music for Lent - March 18, 2026
Music for Lent - A program of reflective music for viola and piano
Performance by Dr. Sherry Woods and Dr. Benjamin Woods
Each Wednesday in Lent, Central will hold a worship service at 12:00 PM in the Sanctuary, featuring either a guest preacher or a musical program. Before worship, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel. Lunch will be served in Spears Fellowship Hall immediately following worship. The cost is $8.00 per person, and you may register in advance or pay at the door.
Service of Prayer & Holy Communion - March 18, 2026
Before our Midweek Lenten worship services, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel.
Dementia 201 Short Program
As a follow-up program to our first workshop, we are inviting Amy Rushing from the SC Department on Aging back to Central to present a program on Wednesday, March 11, at 6:15 pm.
Dementia 201: Positive Interactions
A discussion on best practices for caregivers and loved ones of people living with dementia
Topics include:
- A short overview of dementia—brain changes, types, stages, symptoms
- Effective communication strategies by stage
- Methods to interpret verbal, non-verbal and behavioral cues
- Best practices to prevent or de-escalate challenging situations
Whether or not you were able to attend the first program, you are invited to join us! Please register with Rev. Meg Jiunnies by emailing to make sure we have enough material.
Wednesday Night Dinner - March 11, 2026
Join us for Wednesday Night Dinner at 5:30 PM in the Davis CLC!
Enjoy a delicious meal and great fellowship with your church family each week.
Dinner is $10 for adults and $5 for children. We strongly encourage registration, which can be completed through Realm or by calling the church office. You can also check this week’s menu on Realm or by contacting the church office.
Midweek Lenten Lunch - March 11, 2026
Lunch will be served in Spears Fellowship Hall immediately following worship. The cost is $8.00 per person, and you may register in advance or pay at the door.
Each Wednesday in Lent, Central will hold a worship service at 12:00 PM in the Sanctuary, featuring either a guest preacher or a musical program. Before worship, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel.
Midweek Lenten Service - March 11, 2026
Guest Speaker for March 11, 2026- Rev. Tae Park, Associate Pastor, Surfside UMC
Each Wednesday in Lent, Central will hold a worship service at 12:00 PM in the Sanctuary, featuring either a guest preacher or a musical program. Before worship, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel. Lunch will be served in Spears Fellowship Hall immediately following worship. The cost is $8.00 per person, and you may register in advance or pay at the door.
Service of Prayer & Holy Communion - March 11, 2026
Before our Midweek Lenten worship services, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel.
Birds & Bees: A Parent Education Talk with Mary Flo Ridley
Birds & Bees: A Parent Education Talk with Mary Flo Ridley
March 8, 2026 • 4:00 PM-6:00 PM
First Presbyterian Church
700 South Park Avenue, Florence, SC 29501
What You Will Learn:
Talking to kids about bodies, boundaries, and sex doesn't have to be awkward or overwhelming. Join a nationally known speaker Mary Flo Ridley for an encouraging, practical talk designed to help parents:
Know what to say when kids ask big questions
Learn when and how to start age-appropriate conversations
Build trust so your child comes to you first, not the internet or peers
Approach these topics calmly, confidently, and in line with your family's values
This talk is for parents of children of all ages—from toddlers to teens—and focuses on simple, everyday conversations rather than "one big talk."
Childcare will be provided for children from nursery-2 years old, 3K-5K, and 1st-5th grade during this event.
$20 admission allows two adults to attend the event.
Wednesday Night Dinner - March 4, 2026
Join us for Wednesday Night Dinner at 5:30 PM in the Davis CLC!
Enjoy a delicious meal and great fellowship with your church family each week.
Dinner is $10 for adults and $5 for children. We strongly encourage registration, which can be completed through Realm or by calling the church office. You can also check this week’s menu on Realm or by contacting the church office.
Midweek Lenten Lunch - March 4, 2026
Lunch will be served in Spears Fellowship Hall immediately following worship. The cost is $8.00 per person, and you may register in advance or pay at the door.
Each Wednesday in Lent, Central will hold a worship service at 12:00 PM in the Sanctuary, featuring either a guest preacher or a musical program. Before worship, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel.
Midweek Lenten Service - March 4, 2026
Guest Speaker for March 4, 2026- Rev. Terry Fleming, Florence District Superintendent
Each Wednesday in Lent, Central will hold a worship service at 12:00 PM in the Sanctuary, featuring either a guest preacher or a musical program. Before worship, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel. Lunch will be served in Spears Fellowship Hall immediately following worship. The cost is $8.00 per person, and you may register in advance or pay at the door.
Service of Prayer & Holy Communion - March 4, 2026
Before our Midweek Lenten worship services, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel.
Costa Rica Mission Trip Interest Meeting
COSTA RICA MISSION PROJECTS Interest Meeting
March 1 | 10:00-11:00 AM | Spears Fellowship Hall
The Outreach and Advocacy Committee of Central United Methodist Church is sponsoring the annual Costa Rica Mission Trip. This year’s trip is scheduled for May 30–June 6, 2026. This is a meaningful and memorable experience you won’t soon forget. Participants of all ages are welcome; children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a parent. Central partners with missionary Wil Bailey and the Costa Rica Mission Project (CRMP) to make this trip possible.
Trip Leader:David Coker
Trip cost includes airfare, meals on-site, housing, transportation, construction materials, local labor, and insurance.
Pinewood Derby
The Boy Scouts of Central will host their Pinewood Derby in the Davis Christian Life Center at 6:15 PM.
Wednesday Night Dinner - February 25, 2026
Join us for Wednesday Night Dinner at 5:30 PM in the Davis CLC!
Enjoy a delicious meal and great fellowship with your church family each week.
Dinner is $10 for adults and $5 for children. We strongly encourage registration, which can be completed through Realm or by calling the church office. You can also check this week’s menu on Realm or by contacting the church office.
Midweek Lenten Lunch - February 25, 2026
Lunch will be served in Spears Fellowship Hall immediately following worship. The cost is $8.00 per person, and you may register in advance or pay at the door.
Each Wednesday in Lent, Central will hold a worship service at 12:00 PM in the Sanctuary, featuring either a guest preacher or a musical program. Before worship, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel.
Midweek Lenten Service - February 25, 2026
Guest Speaker for February 25, 2026 - Rev. Johnny Crouch, Retired Local Pastor
Each Wednesday in Lent, Central will hold a worship service at 12:00 PM in the Sanctuary, featuring either a guest preacher or a musical program. Before worship, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel. Lunch will be served in Spears Fellowship Hall immediately following worship. The cost is $8.00 per person, and you may register in advance or pay at the door.
Service of Prayer & Holy Communion - February 25, 2026
Before our Midweek Lenten worship services, a brief service of Holy Communion will take place at 11:30 AM in the Ingram Chapel.
Parking Lot Ministry
The next Parking Lot Ministry is on Saturday, February 21, with prep day on Friday, February 20. Contact Mark Adams for more information!
Red Cross Blood Drive - February
Our Blood Drive will be on Thursday, February 19, from 1:30 to 6:30 PM in the Davis Christian Life Center. If you would like to donate, please sign up on Sunday mornings in The Commons or by calling the church office (843-662-3218).
Youth Ski Trip
The UMYF will be going on a Ski Trip February 19-22, 2026 at Snowshoe Ski Resort in West Virginia.
Wednesday Night Dinner - February 18, 2026
Join us for Wednesday Night Dinner at 5:30 PM in the Davis CLC!
Enjoy a delicious meal and great fellowship with your church family each week.
Dinner is $10 for adults and $5 for children. We strongly encourage registration, which can be completed through Realm or by calling the church office. You can also check this week’s menu on Realm or by contacting the church office.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Join us for our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on Tuesday, February 17, from 5:30–6:30 PM in the Davis Christian Life Center. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children. We look forward to sharing a fun and delicious evening of fellowship with you!
Performance by Masterworks Children’s Choir & Central UMC Junior Choir
Join us for a wonderful evening of music featuring The Masterworks Children’s Choir and Central UMC’s Junior Choir on Wednesday, February 11 at 6:15 PM in the Sanctuary.
Come support our young musicians and enjoy an evening of worship and community together!
Wednesday Night Dinner - February 11, 2026
Join us for Wednesday Night Dinner at 5:30 PM in the Davis CLC!
Enjoy a delicious meal and great fellowship with your church family each week.
Dinner is $10 for adults and $5 for children. We strongly encourage registration, which can be completed through Realm or by calling the church office. You can also check this week’s menu on Realm or by contacting the church office.
Children’s Sabbath in the Sanctuary
Children’s Sabbath in the Sanctuary will be on February 8 this year. This is a special morning where the children of CUMC lead the congregation in worship!
More details to come!