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Central United Methodist Church is a vibrant downtown church located in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The historic building faces North Church Street and is located just south of the Marriott. For our address and a map, go here.

The histories of Spartanburg, Central, and Wofford College have been closely intertwined since the church was founded over 175 years ago. Today, Central is still a vital part of the community, ministering to our neighbors and friends while making and nurturing disciples of Jesus Christ.

Worship Schedule

February 1, 2015
4th Sunday after the Epiphany - Green
Eleven O'clock
Lection: 1 Corinthians 8
Sermon: Love Builds Up
Holy Communion  (common cup)
Preacher: Rev. Alex Stevenson

February 8
5th Sunday after the Epiphany - Green
Eleven O'clock
Lection: 1 Corinthians 9:16-23
Sermon: All Things to All People
Preacher: Rev. Alex Stevenson
Are you thinking about joining Central UMC? Have you recently joined, but want to get plugged in? Are you a member, wanting a refresher course on Methodism? Then this class may be for you! It is not just a "new members' class," it is for anyone who wants to learn more about the United Methodist denomination and Central UMC. Click here for more information.

Sacred Traditions And Rituals
                                                     ...a call to connection
Tranquility With Tea
Sunday Evening, January 25th at 6:00pm

Our prayerful and meditative reflection – Reflection on Martin Luther King, Jr. … and the Dream Still Unfolding has been created and will be offered by Mary L. Thomas, CEO, The Spartanburg County Foundation, and Elder, Cornerstone Baptist Church.
As we continue pondering “Who Is Our Neighbor” and becoming neighbors, we will celebrate Dr. King’s birthday by revisiting his dream—how far we have come and how far we’ve yet to go.
A portion of the offering has been designated for the Mary L. Thomas Award for Civic Leadership and Community Change—a fund managed by The Spartanburg County Foundation—recognizing a deserving leader.

Job Function Workshop

On February 8, 2015, from 3- 5 pm, the District Connectional Ministries Team will host a JOB FUNCTION WORKSHOP at Bethel UMC, Spartanburg.  We will offer topics and presentations that will be beneficial to churches of all sizes.
The Topics are: 
        Basic Church Administration by Rev. Robert Cox
        Church Hospitality by Rev. Paul Harmon
        Small Group Development by Chris Lynch