Happy Friday, Central UMC!

Come worship with us this Sunday as we continue exploring the Gift of Christmas and as we celebrate the fourth Sunday in Advent. All are welcome!

Check out this message from Maggie Christy for a preview of this Sunday's worship

We hope to see you there!

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Don’t Miss Advent This Year

As the days grow shorter and the lights begin to glow, we invite you to slow down, breathe deeply, and rediscover the wonder of the season. Advent has a way of slipping past us—crowded calendars, long to-do lists, and the hurried pace of December can make it easy to miss the quiet beauty at the heart of Christmas.

This year, let’s make room for something deeper. Join us for The Gift of Christmas—our Advent sermon series designed to help us reflect, remember, and receive the gifts God offers so generously.

The Gift of Christmas Sermon Series

Sundays, Nov. 30–Dec. 28 | 10:00 AM

Nov. 30 - The Gift of Christmas: Anticipation
Dec. 07 - The Gift of Christmas: Making a List
Dec. 14 - The Gift of Christmas: For Everyone
Dec. 21 - The Gift of Christmas: Wrapped
Dec 24 - The Gift of Christmas: What Is It?
Dec 28 - The Gift of Christmas: Regifting

Come hear familiar stories with fresh eyes. Come find quiet moments of hope and joy. Come be reminded of God’s love that meets us right where we are.

Let’s walk through Advent together—and let’s not miss the gift waiting to be opened.

Creation Care Eco-Tip:

Greener Gift Giving

Try using less packaging on your gift!

Reuse wrapping paper, ribbons, and cardboard boxes before recycling them.

Choose glitter-free Christmas cards - glitter harms the environment and can't be recycled. Shopping locally helps reduce air and water pollution from long distance shipping.

Simple gifts and simple wrapping are often the most meaningful of all.

Christmas Caroling at Brooks-Howell

Sunday, December 21 @ 11:15am

Celebrate the joy of the season with your church family! Families, children, youth, and adults of ALL ages are invited to join us for Christmas caroling at Brooks-Howell. We’ll share the gift of music and holiday cheer with the residents — a beautiful way to spread love this season.

After caroling, we’ll head to Asheville Pizza & Brewing for pizza and a Christmas movie! Whether you love to sing, enjoy great food, or just want to spend time together, you are warmly welcome.

If you have questions, contact Maggie at mchristy@CentralUMC.org or Linda at lhaggard@CentralUMC.org.

Come help us make spirits bright – we’d love to see you there!

Celebrate Christmas Eve at Central

You are invited to gather with us on Christmas Eve as we welcome the light of Christ and celebrate the hope, joy, and wonder of this holy night. Whether you come with family, friends, or on your own, there is a place for you here.

3:00 PM — Family-Friendly Candlelight Worship

A joyful and engaging service perfect for families with children. Come enjoy carols, candlelight, and the wonder of the Christmas story made accessible for all ages.

5:30 PM — Lessons & Carols

Prelude with the Central Brass begins at 5:00 PM

Experience the beauty of scripture and song as we hear the story of Christ’s birth through traditional readings and carols.

Featuring the Chancel Choir.

Nursery is provided.

11:00 PM — Candlelight Communion Worship

A peaceful, reverent service welcoming Christmas with candlelight and Holy Communion as midnight approaches.

Come, let us celebrate the birth of Christ together.

All are welcome.

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