September 18, 2026

This week we are delighted to welcome

Rev. Katie Gooch to the pulpit.

Katie is the Director of The Pace Center at VCU.

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Soles to the Polls 2026

Centenary has once again joined the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy (VICPP) in committing that 100% of Centenary members who are eligible will vote this year. The 2026 ballot is full of important Congressional races, three amendments to the Virginia constitution, and some local races and referenda. Our bulletin board on the first floor contains detailed information about the ballots, early voting, mail-in voting, and registration deadlines. Our “We’re Voting” sign is proudly displayed.

Our 100% Voter kickoff is this Sunday, and voter registration will be open after the

service for anyone who needs to update their registration, or who has questions about voting. After our service on Sunday, October 18 , our Richmond voters can walk together to City Hall to vote. This Soles to the Polls walk is about a half mile each way. If a ride is needed let Jane Newell know.

Membership Inquiry Class

This Sunday!

Is Centenary starting to feel like home to you? Join us for a Membership Inquiry Class on September 20, after worship — a chance for us to get to know you, and for you to learn more about Centenary and the United Methodist Church. We'll then celebrate Membership Sunday on October 11 during worship. Questions? Reach out to Emily at srpastor@centumc.org.

Welcome District Superintendent

Rev. Grace Han

We are excited to be celebrating the installation of our new District Superintendent, Rev. Grace Han. The service, at Shady Grove UMC in Short Pump, will be held on Sunday, September 20 at 3:00pm and will include Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson, DS Han preaching, presentation of DS signs, and communion. A reception will follow

We are Back!

Wednesdays at 10:00am on Zoom

Join Pastor Emily for a lively, open conversation around scripture — digging into the passages we'll hear in worship in the weeks ahead. Come wrestle, question, and discover together as we explore what God is doing in the world (and in us!). Want the Zoom link? Email Laura at admin@centumc.org to be added to the list.

Pride Builds — Update

October 24 and November 7

The two upcoming Pride Builds are filling up! There are only 3 spots left for the build on October 24. The build on November 7 has 8 spots left. Sign up today by emailing: serving@centumc.org

Friday Walk In Lunch Outreach

Our Friday Walk In lunch program has been feeding the hungry for over 45 years. On September 11 we served 119 guests as volunteers from Bon Air UMC and Centenary prepared, served, and cleaned up. 



 Please keep this ministry in your prayers.

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