New Beginnings Everybody needs a fresh start. Most of us could use one on a regular basis! A fresh start is a chance to leave mistakes...

EPIPHANY: The Audacity of Hope “Epiphany” isn’t an everyday word. It derives from an ancient Greek word meaning “divine appearance.” To...

From Pastor Tyler: When I think of resolutions, the first thing I think of is the often-rushed period at the end of each session of the...

The Work of Christmas by Howard Thurman When the song of the angels is stilled, when the star in the sky is gone, when the kings and...

Advent At the Edge Every year, thousands of people get lost in the wilderness. Most find their way out or get rescued, but some are never...

What is Advent? The word “advent” derives from the Latin adventus , meaning “coming.” During its earliest observances, Advent was 40 days...

No guilt in life, no fear in death, This is the power of Christ in me; From life’s first cry to final breath, Jesus commands my destiny....

Pastor Tyler The approach of the Holiday Season means that the liturgical year is winding down. We only have two Sundays left before...

The Generosity of God This coming Sunday, I’ll be talking about financial stewardship. If somebody were to look at your receipts, your...

Christians and Politics I hope it doesn’t shock you to hear this, but the upcoming election isn’t “the most important in American...

From Pastor Tyler " You know that among the Gentiles those whom they recognize as their rulers lord it over them, and their great ones...

Mercy Me The quality of mercy is not strained; It droppeth as the gentle rain from heaven Upon the place beneath. It is twice blest; It...

Communion World Communion Sunday 2024 is October 6th . World Communion Sunday is a celebration observed by several Protestant denominatio...

HOMECOMING SUNDAY Join us for a special day of worship and fellowship as we celebrate Centenary UMC Homecoming this Sunday - September...

September at Centenary: A Month of Grace!  This Sunday, we will conclude our three-week sermon series on spiritual formation by focusing...

September at Centenary: A Month of Grace!  The United Methodist Book of Discipline  defines grace as "the undeserved, unmerited, and...

September at Centenary: A Month of Grace!  The United Methodist Book of Discipline  defines grace as "the undeserved, unmerited, and...

Elections and Christian Behavior Another Presidential election season is upon us, and already, people who consider themselves followers...

These aren’t funny. I’ve seen them on vehicles right beside stickers for a church or other symbols of Christian faith. And these are...

The Summer Olympics recently ended. What a display of athletic prowess! The United States led all nations in medals with 126, including...