Small Groups / Bible Studies
- One adult group meets on Sunday at 10:15 after service.
- Women's Bible Study is the first and third Wednesday at 10:00 am in the conference room.
- Pastor Bill's Bible Study is each Wednesday at noon. This Bible study is in-person or on Zoom. Contact the office to join the online meeting. This Bible study expands the scriptures to be used on the following Sunday.
Noah's Ark Day Care
State Licensed Daycare for children birth through Kindergarten Age. Also providing after school and summer day care.
Contact Dean Ferguson- 417-737-9417
Alliance of Churches Food Pantry
The Alliance of Churches' food pantry for the community is housed and run through Central Community UMC. The churches in Shell Knob support this ministry through food and monetary donations. The pantry is open from 9:00-Noon and 1:00- 3:30 Monday thru Wednesday. Appointments are appreciated. Families can access the pantry once a month if necessary. For more information, call 417-858-6707.
USDA Foods
U.S.D.A. Foods are provided by Central Community United Methodist Church. Volunteers from our church, the community, and Lives Under Construction Boys Ranch work together to provide food items for the people of the community.
Food is distributed on the first Friday of each month from 10-1. For more information, phone 417-858-6707. Follow the link below for the full nondiscrimination statement.
www.fns.usda.gov/civil-rightsCivil Rights | Food and Nutrition Service (usda.gov)
The Thrifty Closet is an outreach ministry of CCUMC. It is located in the Bridgeway Plaza. It provides reasonably priced clothing, accessories and small household items. The store is run by volunteers from throughout the community. Profits from the Thrifty Closet are used to provide assistance to individuals and organizations in need. Store hours are Monday- Friday 9-4:00 and Saturday 9-1:00.
Phone: 417-858-2116
Other Ways to Connect and Become Like Jesus
The Harvest Community Garden provides fresh fruit and vegetables to various individuals and local organizations.
They are gearing up for next season. Beds are available to plant and harvest your garden spot. Or just join in the community site and help others.
Community Garden 2024 click here for an application to lease a spot.
