The Dr. Bob Hanson Scholarship Committee is happy to announce our scholarship winners for 2026 are Henry Gutshall, Gus Gutshall, Rafael Detablan, and Kevin McCoy. Dr. Bob Hanson was a lifelong member of Central who generously gifted Central in his will. A college math professor, Dr. Hanson clearly appreciated the value of education. Central is proud to honor Dr. Hanson by providing each of these four deserving young men with a $1,000 scholarship. Henry and Gus attend Virginia Tech, and Rafael is at Eastern Mennonite University.

On Sunday, June 28, Central had a special morning worship service. Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson delivered the message that morning, presided over communion, and led a ceremonial burning of the repair bills as Central celebrates its recent renovations. The new roof and interior sanctuary work, totaling nearly $600,000, are now complete. Both the interior and exterior of the church look great. The renovations were possible thanks to the donations to Central’s endowment, especially the generous support from the estate of Dr. Bob Hanson.

Also participating in the service were Rev. Alan Combs, Valley Ridge District and Rev. Dale White, Valley Ridge District Clergy Excellent.

 Click here to view photos from this service to celebrate the recent renovations at Central including a new roof and sanctuary repair and painting.  Special music was provided on the cello by Maryellen Burns, violin by Yeji Hwang, and organ by Rick Maryman.

Central UMC wants to reward deserving students with the ability to afford higher education. Applications for the Dr. John Robert Hanson Scholarship are available in the church office. Eligibility is limited to applicants in our community, with priority given to members of our church or children of church members.  The scholarship is $1,000 per person, payable to an accredited school for tuition and essential fees.

The application deadline is August 15, 2025.

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Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025

All of us at Central were sad to learn that our long-time custodian, Janet Nuckoles, passed away on December 4 at Augusta Medical Center. Janet was a loyal worker, Central member, and friend. She will be missed greatly by all of us.

Central United Methodist Church is accepting applications for the position of Music Director.

General Description:  Plays piano at Sunday worship services.  May play organ as well.  Organizes and directs choir.  Works with the pastor to select songs for worship services.

Salary: depending on qualifications.

Part time  Position opens immediately.  Applications accepted until position filled.

Benefit: Vacation

 Years of Service—Vacation Earned

 0-1 years–1 week
2-3 years–2 weeks
4-5 years–3 weeks
6+ years–4 weeks

Click here for a job description.

For additional information, contact Pastor Won Un (wonun@vaumc.org)

or John Myers (myersjb111@gmail.com)

Helping Hands Day Camp is a cooperative ministry of Emmanuel Episcopal, Central United Methodist, First Presbyterian, Second Presbyterian and Covenant Presbyterian Churches. Children who completed grades K through 5 during the 2023 – 24 school year are invited to participate. Please complete the registration form below. 

Date: Monday, 29 July, from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. through Friday, 2 August, from 9:00 a.m. until noon. 

Location: Covenant Presbyterian Church, 2001 N. Coalter Street, Staunton. 

Activities are Bible-based and include music, crafts, recreation, cooking, science, mission projects as well as Bible Study. 

Click here to download the 2024 Camper Registration Form

Click here to download the 2024 Youth Volunteer Form

On April 7, Central welcomed new members Ava Patino and Catty Clem.