Ryan Hannon Named Next Leader of Central Outreach Jane Lippert is scheduled to retire June 20 When Jane Lippert announced her retirement plans earlier this year, leaders of Central Church reaffirmed our commitment to the vital ministries of Central Outreach. Outreach serves hundreds of meals every week, provides a mailing address and showers for those… Read More »
Building Study Committee Update
Building Study Committee Update On February 18th, a church conference voted to sign a letter of intent between Cunningham-Limp Development Co. and the church. The membership also authorized the church to expend no more than $15,000 for architectural and engineering schematic designs. We are excited to announce that with the assistance of Cunningham-Limp we have… Read More »
Traverse City’s Largest United Methodist Church Celebrates LGBTQ+ Siblings. Now our denomination does too!
In a historic move this week, the ruling body of The United Methodist Church voted to remove a 40-year ban on gay clergy and same-sex weddings. The UMC is one of the largest protestant organizations in the US. It’s also international. General Conference delegates represent 133 regions of the world. There are 10 languages being… Read More »
Northwest Michigan Supportive Housing and Love Thy Neighbor Two Outstanding Area Missions That Embrace Those in Need.
Northwest Michigan Supportive Housing and Love Thy Neighbor Two Outstanding Area Missions That Embrace Those in Need. A special thanks for your continued support of Central missions. Nearly 60% of all Central mission dollars are used to support help organizations in the Grand Traverse region. Central assists 25 community initiatives for healthcare, education, food, housing, general… Read More »
From Spark to Flame: Turn Your Giving into Consistent Fuel For Central Church Ministries
Our Stewardship campaign for 2024 is “Be the Spark with Central”. It calls on each of us to support Central UMC with what we have to offer. Your support can take a variety of forms including your time, talent, gifts, service, and witness. Be the spark in our community that ignites the flame of mission,… Read More »
Traverse City’s Largest United Methodist Church Supports LGBTQ+ Inclusion. The denomination is still discerning.
Traverse City’s Largest United Methodist Church Supports LGBTQ+ Inclusion. The denomination is still discerning. The following is a forum article Pastor Linda and Pastor Joan wrote for our community. We hope to help people understand that, no matter what national headlines come our way as General Conference meets in North Carolina through May 3, Central… Read More »
Mission Update – A note from Rev. Dr. Laura Elliott, Executive Director at Soaring Unlimited, Haiti
On behalf of the Board and Staff of Soaring Unlimited Haiti, I’m thankful to be able to report to you that things have improved at least to some extent in Northern Haiti since earlier in March and throughout most of February 2024. Sustaining Critical Services The Soaring Clinic was open pretty much the entire month… Read More »
Mission Spotlight – Our Neighbor’s Garden, The Mosaic House, Habitat for Humanity
Our Neighbors’ Garden, The Mosaic House, Habitat for Humanity, Unified Missions That Help Our Neighbors in Need. by Zeke Fleet More than twelve years ago, a small United Methodist Church held services south of Traverse City near the corner of Three-Mile and Garfield Roads. The church, a three-bedroom house, and a pole barn were on… Read More »
Jane Lippert to Retire after Leading Outreach Nine Years
Jane Lippert to Retire after Leading Outreach Nine Years by Pastor Linda Stephan “Pastor Jane – she saved my life.” Picture the scene: a couple members of Central run into each other in a local home improvement store and, as expected, they start talking about church. They’re overheard by an employee, who confirms they’re talking… Read More »
Service, Fellowship and Faith Formation – A note of celebration and thanks to the Central Family
Service, Fellowship, and Faith Formation On Sunday, February 25, Central Church began our second week of service at the Safe Harbor Shelter this season, a tradition our church has long felt a responsibility to be a part of. The week with some unique leadership. As is usual, a meal was provided to the guests of… Read More »
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