CENTRAL TIME
weekly e-news from Central United Methodist Church
Mission Statement:
"Our purpose is making and nurturing
disciples of Jesus Christ."
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WELCOMING TRANSITION WITH PRAYER |
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As a child, I loved going to school. A few weeks into summer break, I was ready to return to the classroom. By the time August rolled around, I was still ready, but my enthusiasm turned to excited, nervous anticipation. What was the new school year going to hold? Would I like my teacher? Would I have friends in my class?
Transitions can bring all sorts of emotions. Sometimes, those emotions are conflicting. Just as I was excited and nervous about the upcoming school year, we can be sad about the ending of a meaningful pastorate and excited about the possibilities a new pastor brings.
This week, we welcome Rev. Cam Treece as the pastor of Central, as our pastor. As we all face this transition, let’s do so in care. I encourage you to acknowledge whatever you are feeling. As you welcome Cam, be gracious and kind. Warmly welcome Cam, but also pray. Pray for Cam. Pray for Central. Pray for this transition, and pray for the ministry that we will do together in building the kingdom of God.
Paige Wolfe,
Minister of Christian Education and Programs
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Central UMC welcomes
The Reverend Cameron Treece
to the pulpit
Sunday, July 4th, at
11:00 AM.
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from the Choirmaster's desk...
It's not that often that the 4th of July falls on a Sunday. Since it does just that this year, the musical elements of our next worship service will strike a good balance of celebrating Independence Day while reflecting on the lectionary readings and on Cam Treece's first sermon as Central's new pastor. A brass quintet will play patriotic tunes for the prelude, offertory, and postlude while the anthem and most of the hymns will be musical responses to the scripture verses and sermon. You won't want to miss worship at Central UMC on July 4th! - Keith
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Youth Ministry Summer Schedule
This summer, Central youth will meet on Sunday evenings from 7pm-8pm at Spill the Beans for ice cream/coffee and conversation. All youth are invited for this time of fellowship and devotion. Please contact Paige at (864) 710-7363 or paige@centralumcs.org if you would like more information or plan to come.
July 4 No Meeting (Independence Day)
July 11 Spill the Beans
July 18 Spartanburgers Game
(5:00 pm at Duncan Park)
July 25, August 1, & 8 Spill the Beans
Children’s Ministry - Popsicles in the Park
Join Central friends on Wednesdays at 5:30 pm for a Bible story, playtime at the park, and popsicles. We’ll meet at various parks around Spartanburg and embark on a Bible treasure hunt. All children are welcome. Adults, please plan to stay at the park with your child. Bring a picnic dinner if you like. Central will provide the popsicles.
June 30 – Cleveland Park
July 7 – 295 Park
July 14 – The Rail Yard
July 21 – Hillcrest Park
July 28 - Airport Park
August 4 – Happy Hollow
August 11 – Shipwreck Cove, 10AM
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Upper Room Sunday School Class
9:45 AM IN-PERSON
You are invited to join the Upper Room Sunday school class on Sunday mornings at 9:30-10:30 AM on Zoom. If you want to join, click the link below and enter the meeting ID and password!
Meeting ID: 815 9104 7549
Password: 778963
Below is the link to the recording from the Upper Room on Sunday.
Meeting Recording:
Access Passcode: UpperRoom6/27
Coming Up!
July 4-
Speaker: Phillip Stone
Topic: Slavery
11- Speaker: John Simmons
18- Speaker: Beth Rutherford
Topic: SPIHN update
25- Speaker: Dr. Richard Montgomery
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Sacred Traditions and Rituals
Sunday, Evening
July 11, Six o'clock
Reflection:
Lost in Translation
a service devoted to quieting minds, opening
hearts, soothing souls
Translation means "to convert or adapt an idea, an artwork, etc. from one form, condition, system, or context into another." Under this broad definition, we will not only look at Bible translation but the translation of symbols from the natural world into language and the effects that both forms of interpretation can have on a person.
Whatever text is being translated, the same questions persist. Is literary, spiritual, and cultural translation even possible? To what extent is translation really interpretation? Are the new meanings and nuances which are the natural by products of translation good or bad? When does a translation become disrespectful to the original?
Translation of nature involves turning non-verbal symbols into words. It is a more subjective and personal act than moving from text to text. In fact, the translation of natural symbols may be considered a conversation about oneself with the Divine. As such, it can be an important part of a person's spiritual growth.
This conversation about turning meaning into understanding will be conducted by Les Howard, Andy Crosland, and Joan McPherson.
Join Zoom Meeting:
Meeting ID: 864 7886 0640
Passcode: 079828
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STEPHEN MINISTRY TRAINING
This is a reminder that Central will be participating in the 50 hour training of new Stephen Ministers to be conducted at First Presbyterian Church beginning on Monday, August 2nd and running through October 25th. We hope that several of our members will choose to participate in this valuable ministry at our church. COVID has put a damper on some of our Stephen Ministry activities and we pray that the coming year will get us back on a normal track of serving individuals, both within and outside of our congregation.
Please contact Molly Wilkes, Paige Wolfe, or Bill Fitch if you are interested in learning more, have questions, or would be willing to join the training sessions.
Wofford’s chaplain and religion professor, the Reverend Ron Robinson became a Stephen Ministry leader when he served at Myers Park UMC in Charlotte for a few years. He was recently quoted as saying, “I use the skills learned daily, if not weekly in my work as a College Chaplain. Stephen Ministry is, in my view, perhaps the most effective ministry churches offer.”
We hope you will prayerfully consider becoming a Stephen Minister.
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Church Announcements for
Central Time or Sunday bulletin
If you have an announcement that you would like to appear in the Central Time, Sunday bulletins, on social media, or on the church's website, please submit that information to: info@centralumcspartanburg.org before noon on Mondays. Thank you!
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Ways to Give to Central
We continue to be deeply grateful for continued support of the mission and ministry of Central Church. There are a few ways to continue to make offerings extremely easy.
- The US mail always works. We are at 233 North Church St., Spartanburg, SC 29306.
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Contact Ann Darby to set up a recurring gift through an automatic bank draft.
- On the homepage on the church's website there is a "Give" link. Once you set up that app any additional gifts are as easy as one or two clicks.
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June 28, 2021
Memorials
To Ann Leonard by Sarah Miller
To Flo Lyles by Sarah Miller
To Howard Suitt by Sarah Miller
Honoraria
To Tom Norrell by Cathy Mitchell
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J U L Y
Birthdays
2 Carrie Shoolbred
3 Andrew Harrelson, Becky Smith
4 Fred Herren, Judy Wood
6 Barbara Ropp
7 Jane Turnage
8 Owen Lancaster, Curt McPhail
9 Kara Bui
10 Jeanette Robison
11 Diane Cantrell, Dustin Wolfe
12 Henry Sparrow
13 David Brown
15 Eloise Clyburn, Jim Hasty
16 Dennis Brown
17 Don Coggins
18 Bob Perrin
19 Richard Robinson
20 Charles Stavely
22 Aidan Atance
23 Lillie Henson
25 Liz DiMarco, John Stelz
28 Ray McLees
29 Sam Knight
30 Wales Dixon, Stephanie Younger
31 Malcolm Turner
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Our Giving
Financial Statements are available in the hallway outside of the church office.
The work of Central continues and would not be possible without the prayers, generosity and support of our leaders and laity.
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Dear Central Friends,
Words cannot begin to express how grateful I am for you. Your thoughts, prayers, cards, and emails were so comforting during my challenging time in the hospital and rehab. I am sure they helped me with my ongoing recovery. Hope to be back with you soon. Love to you all! -Pat Hasty
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Cannon's Memorial Chapel
Palmetto Moravian Fellowship
Worship Service
July 25, 2021, 9am
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LET'S STAY CONNECTED!
Central (864) 582-7263
Central United Methodist
founded 1837
Central Office Hours:
Monday through Thursday
8:15 AM-4:15 PM
and Friday
8:15 AM - 12 Noon
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Get text notifications from Central
To sign up, text the word "Central" to 864-661-4726. After texting the keyword to this phone number, you will receive a reply asking for some simple info. Please click the link, include your name, and submit the form. You will be signed up! Any questions, contact Rev. Paige Wolfe.
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The church office will be closed on Monday, July 5th in recognition of Independence Day. |
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