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Tears come to my eyes often. I admit it, I am a crier. I cry when I am happy, I cry when I am sad, I cry when I am upset, and truth be known, sometimes I just cry. They say laughter is good for the soul. I surely hope crying is good for the soul too because tears have flooded my eyes since learning of the death of my beloved friend Bruce Robinson.
 
Ours was a special relationship. Yes, we worked together for 22 years but he was so much more than a co-worker; he was my friend and brother in Christ.  To know Bruce was to love Bruce. It was work to get to know him but the work was well worth the effort. He was one of a kind and his quirky ways were endearing. That’s not to say we always agreed, and no one could be madder at Bruce than me. That said, our friendship was enduring; there wasn’t anything I wouldn’t do for him, nor him for me. He watched out for me all the time. He worried often that I didn’t pay attention to my surroundings, and he would get on to me in a heartbeat. He visited me every afternoon before leaving work, then he was off to see about his dad or to check on someone else that might need help. That is who Bruce was, he loved helping others and he did so willingly.
 
I have so many Bruce stories and pages could not hold them all. I will treasure my stories and ponder them in my heart always. This one thing I do know and share, his faith was rock-solid. Time and time and time again he told me the Good Lord would take care of him. I trust with all my heart that the Good Lord did just that over these past few months as he lay in a hospital bed paralyzed and unable to speak. I trust the Good Lord sent his angels to fill his hospital room when we could not be there for him. I trust the Good Lord’s calming peace soothed his anxious heart. And I trust at just the right moment in time the Good Lord whispered in Bruce’s ear, “it’s time to come home with me.” I trust Bruce took the Good Lord’s hand and crossed over into eternal bliss – his prophetic words coming to pass. He is in heaven with the Good Lord and the Good Lord is taking care of him!
 
I will miss my friend as will countless others.  So together, we give thanks for the life moments we shared. We still may cry but eventually we will smile BIG and give much thanks to the Good Lord for the life of Bruce Robinson. Think About It…Connie
 
Wednesday Night Sandwich & Study 
Join us Wednesday evenings at 5:30 for sandwich and study. A mid-week rumination to feed your spirit and your appetite. We are selling sandwiches from the deli. Children in the Fellowship Hall; Adults in the Sanctuary
Wednesdays, August 24—November 30 @ 5:30 pm
Wednesday, December 7 @ 5:30 pm
Pot-Luck + Kid’s Christmas Pageant in the Fellowship Hall
All Saints Remembrance 
Join us on Sunday, November 6th as we remember those who have departed from us to join our Heavenly Father. We will light candles in memory of these loved ones. These are the names we remember: Logan Bierbaum, Carolyn Boyd, Dr. Tom Carey, Dunbar Dowdy, Bill Farrell, Grace Grenn, Cyrus (Cy) Hoaglund, Dean Kebert, Pat Lambert, Sam Mims, Rick Passman, Trey Williamson, Harriett Schilling Woods. If there are other baptized Christians you would like to remember please call or message Connie Felter (601-248-1756).
 
Choir Events 2022-2023
Community Choir Concerts:
 
Dec 11, Combined Choirs Christmas Concert
Dec 24, To Be Announced 
Dec 25, To Be Announced

We meet every Wednesday at 6:30 pm in the 3rd floor practice room
immediately following the Adult Bible Study
BYKOTA 
Our ladies group meet the second Monday of the month(Nov 14, Dec 12) in the youth building at 10am
  Salt & Light Devotional
We are meeting the first Tuesday of the month (Nov 1, Dec 6) at 12pm for lunch devotional in the fellowship hall. All are welcome to join as we add a little Salt & Light to your lunchtime break. 


 
Church Outreach
Share your heart by giving your time to join us the third Sunday of the month (Oct 16, Nov 20, Dec 18) at 4pm as we bring a devotional to the residents at the Claiborne.
 
Leviticus Bible Study
. . . a 12-week study beginning . . .
Wednesday September 7
in the Sanctuary of Centenary UMC
 
The book of Leviticus can be challenging for contemporary readers, but its pages are filled with a spiritual riches. More than just archaic rules, the laws outlined in the book of Leviticus reveal God’s holy character and the forgiveness he offers all who repent. 
 
In this accessible study, Dr. Speegle will help you understand how the rituals in the Old Testament Law point to Christ’s work of atonement on the cross – highlighting the riches of the gospel foreshadowed in the Old Testament for Christians today.

Dashing Through the Pines 5K & Fun Run

Here at Camp Wesley Pines, we're committed to helping individuals and families give their children a life-changing summer experience in any way we can - including providing financial assistance! That's why half of the proceeds from Dashing Through the Pines will go toward funding camper scholarships.

In addition to helping give children and youth an opportunity to encounter Jesus Christ, it's our year-round priority to take care of the land and facilities that have been given to us. That said, the other half of the funds raised from this event will support various capital improvements around the campgrounds!
Earlybird Registration 9/9 thru 10/8
Individual $35
Team of 4 $120
Walk $35
Team of 4 Walk $120
Fun Run $20
T-shirt only $15
Our fundraising goal for Dashing Through the Pines is $10,000. There's no doubt in our minds that we can achieve this goal through the unwavering support of the Camp Wesley Pines community - and we're eager to hear the stories that come from the race! For more information check out our website or contact Chris Richardson 601-810-6591
Church Wide Information Meeting 
October 19 at 5:30pm in the sanctuary regarding disaffiliation
We (always) Need Your Help
Please let us know if there is anything in the church or on the grounds that needs immediate attention; take a photo with your phone and email (or text) it along with the details to janitor@centenary-umc.net so we can keep our church looking clean and beautiful.
 
We're going as a group to the Saturday Matinee on January 14, 2023
See Christopher Hart (601-810-5030) to reserve your tickets 
Let us pray . .
Almighty and everlasting God,
in Christ you have revealed
your glory among the nations:
Preserve the works of your mercy,
that your Church
throughout the world
may persevere with steadfast faith
in the confession of your Name;
through Jesus Christ our Lord,
who lives and reigns with you
and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.

 
Keep a check on the Church Calendar
as events are added daily
We’d love to hear from you  
(601-684-6698)
 
The Rev Jonathan Speegle, PhD, Pastor
662-889-7000
JonathanSpeegle@icloud.com

Connie Felter, Minister of Discipleship & Visitation
601-248-1756
connie@centenary-umc.net

Christopher Hart, Minister of Music, Media & Arts
601-810-5030
christopher@centenary-umc.net

Kevin Martin, Minister to Students
601-551-0848
student@centenary-umc.net

Valori Kerns, Finance & Ministry Assistant
601-413-1992
valori@centenary-umc.net

Bob Raborn, Pianist
601-551-3735
robrab14@hotmail.com

Bruce Robinson, Custodian
601-551-6298
janitor@centenary-umc.net

Send prayer requests to
601-248-1756
prayer@centenary-umc.net
 
The Church is open daily for prayer, Monday – Thursday, 9 am – 5 pm
 
To schedule visitation or request prayer contact Connie Felter (601-248-1756)
 
To be baptized or join the Church contact Dr Speegle (662-889-7000)
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