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Centenary United Methodist Church
is a place where people can meet Jesus,  engage in life-giving community, and where everyone is welcome. We believe in creating a space where people can have authentic encounters with Christ, discover their gifts and use them for God's glory. Join us for our Sunday services,  Bible study classes, United Women in Faith  meetings, youth  nights, and mission work.

Jessica Casey, Administrative Assistant
Shannon & Cynthia Planting the Community Garden
Community Garden Introduction
Many of our church members have already been involved in the planning and
implementation of the new Community Garden project, envisioned from set-up to harvest, to be a blessing to all in our community.  Pastor Linda drafted and  submitted an application for grant funding to enable us to purchase projected supplies and equipment.  As we are waiting for news of the grant application, the garden project will need start-up resources and funding.

The new playground equipment has arrived and will be assembled by workers under the supervision of the Sheriff's Office. We are already in possession of a few raised beds, but will soon need dirt and seeds for spring planting. This is where the congregation at large plays an important role:
 
DOLLARS TO DIRT
Any size donation of dollars (or dirt) is greatly appreciated. Many retail stores in town offer general-use gift cards in various dollar denominations. These are easily purchased, can be safely stored /transferred and are quickly converted to use. If you have general (not store specific) gift cards sitting about already, we'd love to help you put them to good use. Please leave your donations in whatever form you choose with Jessica C.
Your support of this project is appreciated!

April Update
Planting season is quickly arriving and there is lots to be done to get the
garden ready for spring planting.
We have our first monetary donation for much-needed soil!
If dirt is your thing, cash, check, gift card,  online giving AND actual bags of dirt would be much appreciated!
Also needed are enthusiastic workers in many areas of joy:
Planting
Tending
Clean up
Harvesting


Contact Pastor Linda!
cumcet@yahoo.com






Centenary United Methodist Church Welcomes Our Guests!

Reverend Linda Rozar



"I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me."
Philippians 4:13





More Cookies to Bake!
United Women in Faith
Saturday, April 20th  by 1:00 pm
CUMC Fellowship Hall
Contact Kathy J. for details


Men's Group - "Finishing Strong" Group  Discussion
Saturday, April 20th @ Neil's home
Text Neil @ 210-744-9495 for time & address
Online @ disciplewkshop.com
Open to all men/churched or unchurched/interdenominational
Leader: Neil DiSiato


General Conference
Tuesday, April 23rd - Friday, May 3rd
We hope to post links later in the conference
Your prayers appreciated!


Prayer Vigil
Thursday, May 2nd  from 9:00 - 9:30 am
CUMC/Pastor Linda on site to log-in
Congregational  prayer vigil for General Conference
Reference CUMC email of 4/8/24


New Members & Letters of Transfer
Centenary welcomes your  continued participation in this
congregation of the United Methodist Church:
Cynthia S.
Sue  C.
Christine  W.
Mike B.


News & Notices

 Community Garden
In need of soil & seeds  - raised bed prep has begun!
Please leave donations in the copy room.
We'll even take your bags of dirt!
Your support is so appreciated.

Service Opportunity
The new playground equipment has arrived and will be assembled by
supervised workers from the Sheriff's Office it. Check in with Harry L.
to volunteer to be on-site as the work is conducted.

Hospitality Meals
A portion of the freezer will be reserved for short term storage of meals
for members who are sick or in need of a meal.
Contact Jessica if you'd like to contribute a dish or a meal

UWF Yard Sale
Friday, August 2nd
Save your spring cleaning treasures until the donation period opens!
Major fundraiser for the women's group - your support appreciated


Class Notes

  Wednesdays @ 9 :00 am with Pastor Linda
Online devotion or lesson
Access Facebook  page or cumc.us website at the coffee cup below

Thursday morning Bible Study - The Chosen
10:00 am - 11:00 am



April Meetings

Vision Committee: Wednesday,  April  3rd @ 6:30 pm

UWF:  Thursday, April 18th @ 11:00 am



April  3rd Sunday Mission Focus

Red Bird Mission
Beverly, KY
"Building  healthy, economically sustainable communities
in the mountains of southeastern Kentucky"



Condolences

Sympathy to the family, friends and organizations touched by the life of
Gordon Keath. Gordon passed away on  April 16th. An  active leader of
Care & Share, he will be greatly missed.

Heartfelt  sympathy to Alice Burrell and her family
on the recent loss of Fred Burrell. Fred was a retired LTC in the U.S. Army, traveled
widely and returned to his boyhood church upon his return from service.
Memorials may be made to:
Disabled American Veterans Organization
 Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee




 

May                           

June


May 1st:   Vision Committee @ 6:30 pm
              Garland Library/All welcome
May 2nd: Prayer Vigil @ CUMC 9:00 am - 9:30 am
                        General Conference/online viewing
May 4th: Finishing Strong Men's Group - Breakfast
                       First Christian  Church, Erwin
May 28th - 30th: School Kits for Liberia 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
                       Deliver completed backpacks
                       3 Rivers District Office, Gray, TN

June 1st: Finishing Strong Men's Group - Breakfast
                        Unicoi Christian Church, Unicoi
June 5th: Narcan Safety Training @ 4:00pm in the Fellowship Hall               
                        Brooke Burleson/Sullivan County Anti-Drug Coalition/All welcome


Weekly Sermons

April Sermons
April 7th - 'I Believe'
                         John 20:9-31
April 14th - 'Children of God'
                          Luke 24:36b-48
April 21st - 'Abide'
                           John 10:11-18
April 28th -  Lay Leader Angie Georgeff



 


by Reverend Linda Rozar



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Wednesday morning devotions

April Letter from Pastor Linda Rozar

It is Good Friday as I write the newsletter for April.
Since we will all receive it on Easter or there after ...“Praise God! He is Risen!”
 
March was a very full and eventful month!
* Grant request has been submitted for the Centenary Community Garden!
 
*We have a beautiful cross to add flowers to on Easter! Thank you Mike!
 
*Tables and benches have been added to the backyard. Thank you Marvin, Lynn and Terry!
 
* New Signs have been added all around the church.
Thank you Marvin, Jessica , Holly and the Youth Group!
 
* The water fountain has been spruced up. Thank you Lynn & Terry.
 
* We had a wonderful Maundy Thursday Dinner Church.
Thank you Patty, Jessica and all who participated.
 
* It was a gorgeous Good Friday.
Thank you to EVERYONE who contributed food, sang, helped setup and clean up.
 
* We will have a beautiful Cantata!
Thank you to the choir for all of their hard work!
 
* The Youth Kids have worked hard around the church and at Care and Share.
Be sure to encourage them to keep up the hard work!
 
I know there are many more things that have happened and people that have helped .
I am so grateful and proud to serve such a stupendous representation of the Body of Christ.
 
Keep your eyes open for fellowship opportunities in the coming months! There will be many!
Our plan as we go forward from Easter we will be listening to what our neighbors need and desire.
As Jessica and I were in enjoying the new furniture in the backyard,
a gentleman that is helping to raise his granddaughter (from our neighborhood)
 stopped by to chat and let her play.
 
Yes, it was a moment of fellowship, joy and hope!


Blessings,
Pastor Linda

The "Unsung Heroes" of Worship

Small in number, but so large in talent and spirit, the Centenary choir is the glue that cements our Sunday worship service as well as lead the congregation during those very important moments of the Christian calendar.  Led by Music Director Robin Lafever, this diverse group meets weekly  to practice their Sunday hymns and meets even more frequently when presenting a cantata or other special program. Centenary also enjoys periodic guest musicians and vocalists to enhance our worship service.
Faithfully, every Sunday, this talented group  stands before us to surround us  in God's music and to lead us in  offering praise and thanksgiving.
Please contact Robin Lafever, Pastor Linda or Jessica C if you would like to participate in the music program on a personal basis. We welcome your talent in voice, musical instruments and bells.

L to R at Easter 2024: Carol T, Kathy J, Music Director Robin Lafever, Bob L, Penny J & Jennifer F
Photo credit: Kathy Alford

Centenary Breakthrough Prayer 
For the people of Centenary


Gracious God,
            We know that you are with us and as we rest in Your  unfailing love and the gift of salvation through Jesus Christ,
we seek breakthrough for your Kingdom where we are.
We pray together for a fresh anointing by the Pentecostal power of the Holy Spirit:
            To awaken us;
            To revive us;
            To lead us according to your will;
            To open our hearts;
            To open our minds;
            To open our judgment free doors wherever we may be with compassion to all.
            Help us to reach those who feel unseen or unloved with hospitality and acceptance.
With your perfect love that removes all our fears,
            Keep us unified as the body in peace and joy ,
            Extending Your love through our hearts always for Your Glory.
            For it is in Your joy that we find our strength,
            And in Christ that we live, and move, and have our being.
In Our Savior’s precious and holy name.  
Amen.


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When We  Gather

Sunday Mornings

Sunday School
9:45 am

Worship Service
10:55 am

  Bible Study 

Wednesday Morning Online Devotion
9:00 am
Thursday Morning  - The Chosen
10: 00 am