Upcoming events
Join us. We’d love to have you.
Building community one event at a time.
Communications are crucial to building community. We do our best to keep members and visitors alike informed as to the multitude of opportunities available through our newsletters and this Events page that is updated regularly. The monthly newsletter is available as a downloadable pdf on this page. You can also request it and our weekly email updates by contacting office@centenarymacon.org to be added to our mailing list or inquire about details of a specific event.
Click the button below to download a PDF copy of our newsletter.
Whether you are interested in social gatherings, Bible study, book groups, classes, or service opportunities, this is your hub for all manner of events. We hope to see you soon!

New Sunday Morning Study
Join us each week for Centenary's Sunday Study group lead by David Mount.
This is also being offered as a Hybrid group to support those unable to attend in person. If you would like to be added to the group's virtual option, simply reach out for the zoom link at office@centenarymacon.org
Sunday's at 9:30am | Downstairs Classroom

VBS
VBS is back for another exciting summer adventure and we're partnering with other downtown congregations again for an enriching experience for all!
Please use the enrollment for VBS below:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/ElisaReece/VBSParticipantRegistrationMulberryStreetUMC
We can still use volunteers - especially age group shepherds and a recreation leader! Those who would like to volunteer—reach out to sara@centenarymacon.org.
**Separate registration is required & space is limited for those that need after VBS care. Please reach out to Pastor Sara for more information at sara@centenarymacon.org The cost is $100 per child. We will have special activities planned for them from 12:30 - 5pm. Lunch will need to be provided by the participant.

SNAP-Ed
This Community-wide event is offered weekly on Mondays in the Centenary Fellowship Hall | 1185 Ash Street Macon 31201 at 5:30pm.
Free Weekly Nutrition Education Sessions | Sample budget friendly recipes
Presented by North Central Health District -SNAP-Ed
For more information contact: Chassity McKinney, SNAP-Ed Coordinator | 478.550.3796 | chassity.mckinney@dph.ga.gov



Alzheimer's Walk at Carlyse
Join members of Centenary and residents of Carlyle Place for a short walk to show support for those impacted by Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Don’t forget to wear purple. The walk begins at 10:00am in front of the main entrance.

Journey to Justice Study
Journey to Justice is back at Centenary Community Ministries, with a special guest! Prof. David Swigart will be leading our Pride-themed Journey to Justice throughout June (in celebration of Pride month). Reach out to let us know you’re interested by emailing Melissa at melissa@centenarymacon.org.
The group is studying Out of the Shadows: Reimagine Gay Men’s Lives by Walt Odets. Can’t attend every week? No problem. Come for the fellowship and conversation as you are able.

Everything is FREE!
This is part of James Smith’s final project / internship to complete all requirements for his Graduation from Mercer University, so let’s all pitch in!
Volunteers are needed to help make this happen. Contact James Smith at james@centenarymacon.org,if you can help.
The deadline for donations is Sunday, June 15th. No clothing or large furniture items, please.
The Buy Nothing Garage Sale will be held on Saturday, June 21st from 9:00am to 2:00pm at Centenary.

Movement & Meditation with Laura
Laura Sugg will be offering offer all-level yoga class every 3rd Saturday morning this Summer.
Her parents of Neuro-diverse children's meetup will follow the class on the 3rd Saturdays as well.
We are also delighted to share that our kids will get a special treat this summer as she leads them in children's church through a program called Grounded Kids which offers them Yoga & breathing practices to learn and also how incorporate those when big emotions arise!

Neurodivergent Parents
Laura Sugg will be offering offer all-level yoga class every 3rd Saturday morning this Summer.
Her parents of Neuro-diverse children's meetup will follow the class on the 3rd Saturdays as well.
We are also delighted to share that our kids will get a special treat this summer as she leads them in children's church through a program called Grounded Kids which offers them Yoga & breathing practices to learn and also how incorporate those when big emotions arise!

New Sunday Morning Study
Join us each week for Centenary's Sunday Study group lead by David Mount.
This is also being offered as a Hybrid group to support those unable to attend in person. If you would like to be added to the group's virtual option, simply reach out for the zoom link at office@centenarymacon.org
Sunday's at 9:30am | Downstairs Classroom

SNAP-Ed
This Community-wide event is offered weekly on Mondays in the Centenary Fellowship Hall | 1185 Ash Street Macon 31201 at 5:30pm.
Free Weekly Nutrition Education Sessions | Sample budget friendly recipes
Presented by North Central Health District -SNAP-Ed
For more information contact: Chassity McKinney, SNAP-Ed Coordinator | 478.550.3796 | chassity.mckinney@dph.ga.gov

Dine Out | Shop Out
Plan now to get your crew together to schedule an outing in support of National Pride Month. Macon Pride will be participating with a host of local restaurants and shops to share their profits in support of our local Pride organization. Details to follow.

Blood Drive
Give the gift of life!
Register to donate at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive and search for Centenary.

Macon Bacon Baseball
It’s PRIDE Night at the Macon Bacon Baseball game. Come out and join the fun to support Macon Pride and our local team.
RSVP for tickets by June 4th to sara@centenarymacon.org.
Get ready for a sizzling night out with the Macon Bacon! Your ticket comes with unlimited delicious eats and a stylish hat to top it off. Admission is just $17, and a portion of the ticket will benefit Macon Pride! If you want to sit with our Centenary community, RSVP to Pastor Sara at sara@centenarymacon.org by June 4 or you can use the link below to get your own ticket BY JUNE 6! Use THIS LINK to be part of our Macon Pride group:
https://maconbacon.isportstix.com/order/group/-Macon-Pride-Night2025/

Journey to Justice Study
Journey to Justice is back at Centenary Community Ministries, with a special guest! Prof. David Swigart will be leading our Pride-themed Journey to Justice throughout June (in celebration of Pride month). Reach out to let us know you’re interested by emailing Melissa at melissa@centenarymacon.org.
The group is studying Out of the Shadows: Reimagine Gay Men’s Lives by Walt Odets. Can’t attend every week? No problem. Come for the fellowship and conversation as you are able.

SNAP-Ed
This Community-wide event is offered weekly on Mondays in the Centenary Fellowship Hall | 1185 Ash Street Macon 31201 at 5:30pm.
Free Weekly Nutrition Education Sessions | Sample budget friendly recipes
Presented by North Central Health District -SNAP-Ed
For more information contact: Chassity McKinney, SNAP-Ed Coordinator | 478.550.3796 | chassity.mckinney@dph.ga.gov

Journey to Justice Study
Journey to Justice is back at Centenary Community Ministries, with a special guest! Prof. David Swigart will be leading our Pride-themed Journey to Justice throughout June (in celebration of Pride month). Reach out to let us know you’re interested by emailing Melissa at melissa@centenarymacon.org.
The group is studying Out of the Shadows: Reimagine Gay Men’s Lives by Walt Odets. Can’t attend every week? No problem. Come for the fellowship and conversation as you are able.

Blessing of the Teachers
As the teachers and others in the education arena prepare to return to school, we invite you to join us as we recognize and bless them for the year ahead.

Blessing of the Backpacks
As our students return to school, we invite you to join us as we wish them a smooth transition and a fun and safe year ahead.
"Ladies Luncheon"
"Ladies Luncheon" will hold their monthly gathering June 1st and will be dining at a local Macon restaurant. "Ladies Luncheon" is an exciting group of gay men & friends who meet up the first Sunday of the month for lunch & conversation. All gay men & their friends are invited to join!
For full details contact Don at 404-556-0729.

World Communion Sunday
Centenary UMC is a place where everyone is welcome at the table of grace to receive the Bread of Life and the Cup of Blessing known as Holy Communion. Join us on this special day, as followers of the Universal Christ around the world come together to receive that which is good and go out to share that goodness with the world.

Daylight Savings Time Ends
Don’t forget to set your clocks back on Saturday night, so you can enjoy that extra hour of sleep before joining us for worship.

All Saints Sunday
Join us for this beautiful and poignant worship service on November 3, 2024, as we remember the lives and contributions of those who have died during the past year. We will call the names aloud and light candles of remembrance.

Annual Lighting of the Star
This community event is a longstanding tradition at Centenary and one of the favorite things that we do all year long. Pack up the kids and bring your neighbors as we gather for the lighting of the star atop the sanctuary. We’ll have a light supper and hot chocolate, sing carols and read the Christmas story to mark the beginning of the season of Advent.
P.S. Don’t forget to bring items to stock our Community Fridge and Pantry as an offering to place in the manger tonight.

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Another of Centenary’s treasured traditions is the Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Service at 5:00 PM. This family friendly service includes the reading of the Christmas story, a brief homily, and your favorite Christmas carols in addition to Holy Communion. It is especially important to know at this time of year’s always, that ours is a truly open communion table offering the Bread of Life and Cup of Blessing to all who wish to receive it. We hope you and your extended family and friends will plan to make this special service part of your annual tradition as well.

Journey to Justice Study
Journey to Justice is back at Centenary Community Ministries, with a special guest! Prof. David Swigart will be leading our Pride-themed Journey to Justice throughout June (in celebration of Pride month). Reach out to let us know you’re interested by emailing Melissa at melissa@centenarymacon.org.
The group is studying Out of the Shadows: Reimagine Gay Men’s Lives by Walt Odets. Can’t attend every week? No problem. Come for the fellowship and conversation as you are able.

WIA Summer Social
REMINDER:
Annual Summer Social
Tuesday June 10, 2025
9:30 - 11:30 A.M.
North Peach Park
461 West White Rd
Byron, GA 31008
Join us for Cookies and Conversation
In Pavilion #2
(Beverages will be provided)
CLOSED ROAD ALERT:
White Road is closed to through traffic, but is open to local traffic from Hwy 49 in Byron til just past North Peach Park - so anyone coming from that direction is fine (Ignore the Road Closed signs). However those who usually come on White Road from the other direction (Hwy 41, Centerville, Warner Robins, etc.) will need to find an alternate route.
_____________
Plan to join us again on September 8 for our first luncheon of the new year, as we meet through the year around the theme The Power of Stories in Bringing Our World Together: Paving the Road to Peace.

SNAP-Ed
This Community-wide event is offered weekly on Mondays in the Centenary Fellowship Hall | 1185 Ash Street Macon 31201 at 5:30pm.
Free Weekly Nutrition Education Sessions | Sample budget friendly recipes
Presented by North Central Health District -SNAP-Ed
For more information contact: Chassity McKinney, SNAP-Ed Coordinator | 478.550.3796 | chassity.mckinney@dph.ga.gov

Administrative Council
Centenary’s Administrative Council will meet today immediately following worship.

Journey to Justice Study
Journey to Justice is back at Centenary Community Ministries, with a special guest! Prof. David Swigart will be leading our Pride-themed Journey to Justice throughout June (in celebration of Pride month). Reach out to let us know you’re interested by emailing Melissa at melissa@centenarymacon.org.


Senior Health Expo
Community Event at Elaine Lucas Senior Center | 132 Willie Smokie Glover Dr. Macon GA 31201
Sponsored by Georgia Department of Health | North Central Health District and Atrium / Navicent Health
Free information | Games | Line Dancing | Cooking demonstrations and more.
Call ahead to schedule a mammogram 478.633.2003.

SNAP-Ed
This Community-wide event is offered weekly on Mondays in the Centenary Fellowship Hall | 1185 Ash Street Macon 31201 at 5:30pm.
Free Weekly Nutrition Education Sessions | Sample budget friendly recipes
Presented by North Central Health District -SNAP-Ed
For more information contact: Chassity McKinney, SNAP-Ed Coordinator | 478.550.3796 | chassity.mckinney@dph.ga.gov

Meeting of The Foundry
All are invited to this longstanding group of progressive United Methodists following the Annual Conference opening Worship service earlier in the evening.
South Georgia Annual Conference
The 2025 Annual Conference session of the South Georgia Conference will provide clergy and laity the opportunity to fellowship and worship together as it unfolds across three significant United Methodist affiliated locations in Macon, Georgia from June 1-3.
Getting back to South Georgia’s historic roots, the opening worship service on Sunday June 1st at 6:30pm, will be held at Porter Auditorium on the campus of Wesleyan College. There will be Holy Communion and a meeting with the foundry following the service. Wesleyan College holds a special place in the history of Methodism and higher education, as it was the first college in the world chartered to grant degrees to women. The last time the South Georgia Annual Conference met at Wesleyan College was 1997.
Vineville United Methodist Church will serve as the central gathering point for our Annual Conference. The business sessions beginning Monday morning, the Ordination Service on Monday evening, and the Memorial Service on Tuesday will all take place in the church’s beautiful sanctuary.
Continuing with the theme of tradition and fellowship, The Methodist Home for Children and Youth will host the annual BBQ on its campus Monday evening, providing a special time for attendees to reconnect, share a meal, and enjoy the hospitality for which the Home is so well known.
For music or more information, contact Kevin Lamb at Kevin@stsimonsumc.com or to find all the Annual Conference details atwww.sgaumc.org/annualconference.
"Ladies Luncheon"
"Ladies Luncheon" will hold their monthly gathering June 1st and will be dining at a local Macon restaurant. "Ladies Luncheon" is an exciting group of gay men & friends who meet up the first Sunday of the month for lunch & conversation. All gay men & their friends are invited to join!
For full details contact Don at 404-556-0729.


Women's Book Group
Join the fun with The Women’s Book Group. Newcomers welcome! For more information and location, contact karolkdaniel@gmail.com.

Graduation Celebration!
Join us in worship to hear from James Smith followed by a celebration of the completion of his studies and graduation from Mercer University!

Ocmulgee Mounds Hike
We will be taking a hike around the Ocmulgee Indian Mounds on Saturday, May, 17th. Join us as we explore and learn more about the sacred mounds and surrounding trails. Please R.S.V.P. to office@centenarymacon.org

Wesleyan Arboretum
We will be taking a guided tour of the Wesleyan Arboretum behind Wesleyan College on Wednesday, May 14th at 9:00am. Join us, as together we enjoy the Fauna and Flora of nature in the Springtime. Please R.S.V.P. to office@centenarymacon.org.


Georgia SNAP Ed
Beginning on Monday, May 5th in the Fellowship Hall. Weekly FREE weekly nutrition programs.

WIA Meeting
March Meeting
Monday, May 5, 2025
12:00 noon until 2:00 P.M.
May Luncheon Meeting
Monday, May 5, 2025
12:00 noon until 2:00 P.M.
Byron Heritage Church
103 West Heritage St.
Byron, GA 31008
LUNCH WILL BE COVERED DISH
Bring your favorite dish with serving utensil
(No pork products or gelatin, please)
Meeting Topic
Sharing Favorite Scriptures
This month we’ll enjoy table talk with each person being asked to share a favorite passage of scripture from their faith's holy book. This is our traditional program each May, at the last luncheon of our year. This year, in addition to your favorite scripture, we hope you will share a personal story of why this passage is meaningful for you.
“Ladies” Luncheon
Ladies Luncheon is an exciting and growing group of gay men and their friends who gather for Sunday lunch and conversation on the first Sunday of each month. Anyone who would like to join us is welcomed! For restaurant location call Don at 404-556-0729.

Yoga Workshop
Join us in the Centenary Community Garden for some time to be in communion with creation, community, and your body! All levels and abilities are welcome to this yoga session - from beginners to advanced to folks in walkers and all in between! We’ll look forward to seeing you as we stretch and breathe together! Please RSVP with Laura Sugg at laura@centenarymacon.org.


Women's Book Group
Join the fun with The Women’s Book Group. Newcomers welcome! For more information and location, contact karolkdaniel@gmail.com. NOTE: The group will not meet on the regular Third Sunday due to Easter falling on April 20th.


Group Canceled for today
The gathering of the Hope, Peace, and Prayer group for this week has been canceled. Vicki Hinson’s brother, Pat Hardie’s funeral service will be help Thursday April 24th at 11am at Martha Bowman Church.
.We will resume meeting on Thursday, May 8th.


Easter Sunday
Rejoice with us this Easter Sunday!
Don’t forget to bring flowers for the floral cross by 10:30 AM.

CCMI Community Cookout
Come out for the fun and support CCMI with this family fundraising event. Purchase your tickets now using the QR code below.

Maundy Thursday
Join us at 5:30 PM in the Sanctuary to receive the Bread of Life and Cup of Blessing, as we remember Jesus’ journey to the cross.