Events

Bundle up and join the fun in the Chapel parking lot! We will enjoy some yummy hot chocolate, fire pits, and even better fellowship and Christmas music! Invite a friend and bring some chairs. See you there!

You are invited to a special worship service held on Winter Solstice - the longest night before Christmas. Join us at 6 PM in the Chapel, a sacred space, to reflect and accept where we really are, as we hold out for healing and hope this season. (This service will be livestreamed.)

Join us on Christmas Eve for candlelight communion at one of the following five services: New Traditions  |  8:15 AM Sanctuary Worship  |  10:30 AM Contemporary Worship  |  10:30 AM Contemporary Worship  |  3:00 PM Sanctuary Worship  |  5:00 PM * All Christmas Eve services will be livestreamed.

Shaking the Gates of Hell by John Archibald Join us on January 8 at 11:30, Room M200 -John Archibald will lead this session. John Archibald is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and columnist with a focus on politics. He is the son of Methodist minister Robert L. Archibald Jr. and completed a bachelor’s degree in journalism...
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Canterbury strives to be a place full of Real Grace and Real Love in the midst of Real Life. In 2024, we will focus on Real Life and what that means for us in our daily practices—not only including study, but also support and self-care. Real Life can be challenging…let’s navigate it together!  Make plans...
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Begins January 17 Wednesdays 12 Noon-1 PM Room M200 Led by: Hill Carmichael To register: https://forms.ministryforms.net/embed.aspx?formId=50b8b9e6-5289-4159-a13e-a735a44dce5f

Canterbury strives to be a place full of Real Grace and Real Love in the midst of Real Life. In 2024, we will focus on Real Life and what that means for us in our daily practices—not only including study, but also support and self-care. Real Life can be challenging…let’s navigate it together!  Make plans...
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New to Canterbury?  This Sunday morning class is a basic introduction to our church family and a wonderful time for you to continue building connections with others. 1/21 & 1/28 and 2/4 & 2/11.  To register, please email Becky King at becky.king@canterburyumc.org.

Canterbury women of all ages are invited to attend a very special evening of faith, fellowship and fun – featuring guest speakers Betty Gunn and Laura Sisson. A delicious Italian meal will be served ($20 per person) and we will enjoy an evening focused on how we find faith and joy! This is a wonderful opportunity to...
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January 24 - Nutrition Canterbury strives to be a place full of Real Grace and Real Love in the midst of Real Life. In 2024, we will focus on Real Life and what that means for us in our daily practices—not only including study, but also support and self-care. Real Life can be challenging…let’s navigate...
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“Raising Boys” Join us on January 28 from 2-4 PM in Canterbury Center for this free event. What does it look like to raise boys with emotional strength? Young men who have the skills and resources to navigate all the moments of life - from the first day of school to conflict with friends, losing...
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Encore Community Respite Ministry is designed to empower those with memory loss to live fully and live well, and is open to people of all faith backgrounds in Birmingham and surrounding areas. The program is progressive, interactive and affirming, incorporating elements of creative and cultural arts, civic service, fitness, intellectual stimulation, and social and spiritual...
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Canterbury strives to be a place full of Real Grace and Real Love in the midst of Real Life. In 2024, we will focus on Real Life and what that means for us in our daily practices—not only including study, but also support and self-care. Real Life can be challenging…let’s navigate it together!  Make plans...
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