THE SOURCE BLAST
Announcements & Events for
January 16, 2022
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OUR PURPOSE
EXALT - THE LORD EQUIP - THE SAINTS
EMBRACE - THE COMMUNITY
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Lectionary Lessons for Sunday, January 23, 2022
Nehemiah 8: 1-3,5-6,8-10; Psalm 19
1 Corinthians 12: 12-31a; Luke 4:14-21
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Here are the latest opportunities to strengthen your faith and connect with the community. |
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An Announcement From
Pastor Vance P. Ross
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On Human Relations Day, we recognize the connections we have with our neighbors. We partner with other UMC congregations in a special offering to support neighborhood ministries through Community Developers, community advocacy through United Methodist Voluntary Services and work with at-risk youth through the Youth Offender Rehabilitation Programs. Our gifts work together for the common good, with life-affirming ministry that shares God’s love.
Please give generously by indicating " Human Relations Day Offering" on your check or when you give online.
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5 WAYS TO GIVE YOUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS
- Website- centralumcatl.org
- Text Message - 73256 in the message type CENTRALUMC
- Mail your offerings to - Central UMC 501 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. SW, Atlanta, GA 30314
- Cash App- $CUMCATL
- In person worshippers may place their offering in the offering plates located in the Narthex.
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VIRTUAL WORSHIP SERVICE ATTENDANCE
The number of people who viewed our worship service the week of January 9, 2022
Facebook and YouTube for Virtual Service - 356
Wednesday Wellness - 268
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JOIN A PRAYER GROUP
THE POWER OF PRAYER
Central's Prayer Team invites you to join a prayer circle for intercessory prayer. These virtual prayer circles are hosted by members of Central's Prayer Team. They will gather to pray for individuals, our church, the government, our nation and the world.
The Prayer Circle day, time and conference call numbers are listed:
Wendy Murphy - Mondays, 6:45 pm, 605-313-5608 access code 725038#
Scarlette Dukes -Mondays; 7:00 pm. The study this week is
Luke 2: 41-52. 602-580-9453 access code 2082348#
Couties Hollis - Every other Wednesdays, 8:00 pm. 978-990-5404 access code 7685875#
Diane Wyatt - Thursdays, 8:00 pm. 712-775-7031 access code 413883#
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SUNDAY SCHOOL & BIBLE STUDY CLASSES |
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The WBC Adult Sunday School Class
Conference Call
Sundays 8:45 - 9:45 am
Call in number 667-770-1030
Access code 341177#
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VIRTUAL YOUTH SUNDAY
SCHOOL CLASS
Sundays, 9:00 am
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THE CLASS MEETING GROUP:
"Friends With Benefits: Sharing the Love of Christ"
Tuesdays 12:00 -1:15 pm
Conference Call Number 720-830-9745
(No Access Code)
Everyone is Invited!
Come and Study With Us On Tuesdays!
Rev. Mildred Gunn, Class Facilitator
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JOURNEY THROUGH THE BIBLE STUDY CLASS
Tuesdays, 7:00 pm
Conference Phone Call
Facilitator:
Rev. Frederick Gray
Conference Call Number
857-357-0254
Access code 749979#
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Senior Pastor's Bible Study
Wednesdays | 7:15 pm
The book for study: "Joy Unspeakable"
Barbara A. Holmes.
Overarching questions: What does spiritual practice mean for the salvation/liberation of Black people?
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THE CHRIST OF THE MOUNT: A WORKING PHILOSOPHY OF LIFE
Thursdays
7:00 pm via Zoom
Facilitator: Rev. George Davis
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YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY GROUP
Ages 18-40
Thursdays 7:30 pm
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TOASTMASTERS CLUB
Central UMC-ATL Toastmasters Club is made up of local residents who can help you build your skills in a supportive, self-paced environment. All you will need to join our meeting is a computer, tablet, or smartphone with a microphone and camera. Email our Vice President of Membership Effie Chisholm, [email protected], for the meeting access code and password. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month.
Looking Forward To Meeting You!
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DEMENTIA SUPPORT MINISTRY
You'll enjoy this month's Connections newsletter. It features an interview with Terrie Montgomery who shares some of her acronyms for coping with a dementia diagnosis that translate very well into acronyms for "life." Enjoy! For more information and resources, contact Carolyn West @ [email protected].
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CENTRAL UMC WEEKLY CALENDAR
SUNDAY, January 16, 2022
Sunday School ( Virtual) 8:45 am
Worship Service (Virtual) 10:00 am
MONDAY, January 17, 2022
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
TUESDAY, January 18, 2022
Sharing the Love of Christ Bible Study (Virtual) 12:00 pm
Journey Through the Bible Study Class (Virtual) 7:00 pm
WEDNESDAY, January 19, 2022
Church Office Hours 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Memorial Service for Ms. Monique Haskins (Sanctuary) 11:00 am
Wednesday Wellness (Virtual) 6:30 pm
Senior Pastor's Bible Study (Virtual) 7:15 pm
THURSDAY, January 20, 2022
Church Office Hours 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
A Working Phil0sophy of Life Bible Study (Virtual) 7:00 pm
Young Adults Bible Study (Virtual) 7: 30 pm
FRIDAY, January 21, 2022
NGUMC Commission on Race & Religion Meeting (Fellowship Hall)
8:00 am
SATURDAY, January 22, 2022
NGUMC Commission on Race & Religion Meeting (Fellowship Hall) 8:00am
SUNDAY, January 23, 2022
Sunday School ( Virtual) 8:45 am
Worship Service ( Virtual) 10:00 am
Installation Service of the Church Leaders (Zoom Virtual) 11:00 am
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Katrina Lindsey 16th
Vincent Taylor 17th
Hiram Scott 18th
Zarria Smith 18th
Wilhmenia Bailey 20th
Tia Ricks 20th
Joseph Hudson 21st
Shereen Kanoy 21st
Pastor Vance Ross 21st
Jasmyn Thrash 21st
Maesa Anderson 22nd
Regina Brown 22nd
Derek Walker Jr. 22nd
Saied Murphy 23rd
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My dear Central family, thank you for your prayers, support and kind expressions of sympathy shown to our family during the loss of my beloved Sister-in - Love, Toni Jones Bell.
Annette W. Jones
Thank you my Central family for your expressions of sympathy shown toward me and my family during the loss of my sister, Mary F. Evans. Your prayers, cards and calls were deeply appreciated.
Perry Terrell and Family
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Remember to reach out to the members in our Central family. You can send a text, email, mail a card or call. Include our new members, the sick and shut in members, isolated members and any who the Spirit tells you needs a voice of love and hope during this time.
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Nursing Care Facility
Mrs. Alice Israel
Mrs. Jean McPherson
HOSPITAL
Mrs. Curlie Thurmond
HOME BOUND
Mrs. Barbara Barham
Ms. Margaret Belton
Mrs. Allie Clift
Mrs. Alvette Freeman
Mr. Craig Garrison
Mr. Howard Roberts
Mr. Armstead Salters
Mr. Hiram Scott
BEREAVEMENT
Ms. Monique Haskins, the daughter of Mrs. Clementine Haskins and the niece of Ms. Hazel Barkley, passed on Saturday, January 8th. A memorial service is scheduled for Wednesday, January 19th, 11:00 am at Central United Methodist Church. CDC guidelines for wearing a face mask, social distancing and limited seating will be implemented. Messages of condolence may be sent to; Mrs. Clementine Haskins and family, 2056 Allen Court, Riverdale, GA 30296
Mr. Robert Freeman, the son of Mrs. Alvetta Freeman, passed on Friday, January 7th. A viewing is scheduled for Friday, January 21st from 12:00-8:00 pm at Gregory Levett & Sons Funeral Home South Dekalb Chapel. The Celebration of Life Service is Saturday, January 22nd, 11:00 am at St. Phillips AME Church, 240 Candler Rd. Atlanta, GA. Messages of condolence may be sent to: Mrs. Alvetta Freeman, 2879 Cocklebur Cove Court, Decatur, GA 30034
Please call the church office to report any known illness, hospitalizations or deaths
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CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
501 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30314
www.centralumcatl.org
Office 404-524-4263
VISION STATEMENT
"A Christ-Centered, Radically Inclusive,
Inter-generational Congregation that uses
its Spiritual Gifts to meet the needs of our
unique Surrounding Community."
Rev. Dr. Vance P. Ross, Senior Pastor
Rev. Angela Johnson, Associate Pastor
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