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Central United Methodist Church
34-44 Church Street
Canton, NC

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Central's Mission: Central UMC exists to make known the love of Christ to all.
Central's Vision: To connect people to Jesus; equip them with tools for ministry and life; and send them into the community as disciples.

Visitor’s FAQ

  • Where is Central UMC located?
  • Where can I park?
  • How do I enter the sanctuary?
  • Where are the restrooms located?
  • What time are the services?
  • What are the services like?
  • How can I contact Central UMC?
  • Where can I find out more about the United Methodist Church’s beliefs?
  • Where is Central UMC located?
    Central United Methodist Church is located at 34-44 Church Street in Canton, NC.

  • From I-40, exit 31:  Take Hwy 215 South (Champion Drive) toward Canton for .8mi. Turn Right at the 3rd stoplight on Bridge Street for .2mi. Turn left on Hwy 19-23.  Central is on the right.
  • From I-40, exit 33.  Take Newfound Rd, South toward Canton.  At the 2nd stoplight, turn Left on Bridge Street. Turn left at the stoplight on Hwy 19-23. Central in on the right.
  • From Asheville or Waynesville on 19-23, go into Canton.  Central is on the Asheville side of Canton right on Hwy 19-23.  
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    Where can I park?
    CUMC has three parking areas. 

  • The lower parking lot allows access to the first floor of the educational building and sanctuary without climbing any stairs.  Access this lot from Hampton Heights Street on the east side of the building.
  • The upper parking lot is behind the street side of the church. Access this lot by taking Hampton Heights and turning right on Oakland Circle. The upper parking lot allows access to the second floor of the educational building without the need for stairs. The sanctuary can be accessed by taking the stairs or the elevator to the lower level.
  • The street level parking lot is shared by the church and the Lamp Factory. It is directly across Hwy 19-23 from the church.  Access to the sanctuary is across the street and up the steps.
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    How do I enter the sanctuary?

  • From the lower parking lot, either take the sidewalk in front of the church or enter the education building, go down the hallway, turn right, go back outside the door and enter the sanctuary.
  • From the upper parking lot (behind the church), take the steps or ramp to enter the building.  If you take the elevator, which is to the left, go to the first floor, exit the elevator to the right then go left down the hallway. Follow the signs to the sanctuary. If you don’t take the elevator, proceed straight to the stairs.  Take a left at the bottom of the stairs and go straight into the sanctuary.
  • From the street (Hwy 19-23 / Lamp Factory) parking lot, cross the street, go up the steps to the breezeway, and enter the sanctuary to the right.
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    Where are the restrooms located?

  • Restrooms are located on the first and second floor of the education building.
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    What time are the services?

  • Early Contemparary Service - Sundays 9:00am
  • Sunday School - Sundays 10:00am
  • Traditional Service - Sundays 11:00
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    What are the services like?

  • Traditional services follow a typical structured format. Our organist provides the accompanyment for the chancel choir anthems and congregational hymns.  Our preacher, David, is a wonderful and entertaining speaker who loves to talk about the love of Christ. Our Minister of Decipleship / Youth Director provides insightful children’s sermons. The chancel choir provides an anthem.  Throughout the year, our youth and children sing, our handbell choir performs, soloist treat us with special music, and guest musicians accent the service with their tallents.
  • The contemporary service is relaxed and interactive. Led by the Praise Choir, the congregation has the opportunity to participate in music by singing the words displayed on the projector screen.  Drums, Guitar, and Keyboard serve as musical accompaniments.  Our preacher David delivers the sermon, and the service concludes with more singing.  It’s a “come as you are” atmosphere for all ages.
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    How can I contact Central UMC?

    Contact Central UMC by:

  • Phone: 828-648-7270
  • E-mail:  openheartmind@bellsouth.net
  • Mail:  34-44 Church Street, Canton, NC 28716
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    Where can I find out more about the United Methodist Church’s beliefs?

    Central United Methodist Church exists to make known the love of Christ to all.  Information about the history and beliefs of The United Methodist Church can be found by going to the official site of the United Methodist Church.

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    Rev. David Christy - Senior Pastor
    648-7270 (church)
    davidchristy66@yahoo.com

    Central United Methodist Church
    34-44 Church Street - PO Box 792
    Canton, NC 28716
    Phone: (828) 648-7270
    Fax: (828) 648-8663
    openheartmind@bellsouth.net

    Allison Spruill
    Helen West Minister of Discipleship
    allisonspruill@hotmail.com

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