Events

Mark your calendar and make sure to bring your children to participate in this sweet and fun morning activity! Join us at 10 AM in Canterbury Hall to decorate Christmas cookies to pack up and take to our homebound friends. Fun for kids of all ages!

New Traditions Service 11 AM | Chapel A Storybook Christmas 1 PM | Canterbury Center Contemporary Service 3 PM | Canterbury Center Sanctuary Service 3 PM | Sanctuary Sanctuary Service 5 PM | Sanctuary

Bring the whole family and celebrate Christmas Eve with us in Canterbury Center at 1 PM! This casual, kid-friendly service features a fun and creative retelling of the Nativity story, joyful Christmas music, communion, and the magical glow of candlelight. It’s a special way for families with young children to come together, make memories, and...
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Save the date for a powerful morning of inspiration and fellowship at the Men’s Ministry Gathering on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 9 AM to Noon at TopGolf. This event features two dynamic speakers, Jerry Pate, U.S. Open Champion and Alabama Hall of Fame golfer, and Aaron Feld, renowned strength coach from the University of...
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Serve Day at Canterbury returns on Sunday, January 25! After such an incredible experience last year, we can’t wait to come together again to serve our neighbors and community. Mark your calendar and make plans to join us for this special Sunday of hands-on ministry, fellowship, and impact - you won’t want to miss it!...
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You’re invited to a special evening of food, fellowship, and inspiration at the United Methodist Women’s Dinner on Thursday, January 29 at 6 PM. Enjoy a delicious meal and hear from Ashley McMakin, owner and founder of Ashley Mac’s, as she shares her story of faith, family, and building a beloved local business. Tickets are...
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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 connect with others. If you are interested in making Canterbury your church home, please join us on 2/1, 2/8 and 2/15 at 9:15 AM. To register, email becky.king@canterburyumc.org.

Please join us for a special Lunch & Learn as we welcome back Warren B. Lightfoot. Enjoy a wonderful lunch as he leads us through engaging exploration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, examining the evidence for Christ’s bodily resurrection through classical art and authoritative sources, including the Bible. Come be inspired, challenged, and enriched by this compelling exploration...
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Join us for a meaningful series of Thursday daytime learning sessions as we continue growing together on our discipleship journey. "Exploring the Life and Witness of Dietrich Bonhoeffer" will allow us to take a closer look at the life, theology, and his lasting impact through three sessions in Room M227. Feel free to attend one, two,...
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4th-6th grades... Join us on Monday, February 16 from 10:30 AM-3:00 PM for an exciting day full of games, free play, and time together at Activate. The cost is $30, which includes a ticket to Activate and lunch. Sign up by clicking here.

Join us on Ash Wednesday, February 18, as we begin the season of Lent together with meaningful opportunities for worship and reflection. We will offer drive-through ashes at the Chapel from 7:00–8:30 a.m., a noon service in the Chapel, and a special evening service at 6:00 p.m. in the Canterbury Center. Dinner will be served that...
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Join us for the Men’s Ministry Breakfast on February 26 from 6:30-7:30 AM in Canterbury Hall. Our very own Bishop Mike Watson will be sharing words of inspiration as we journey together through the Lenten season. Visit www.canterburyumc.org/mens-ministry to register.

Discovery Weekend will be held March 13-15! This is a retreat for all 7th-12th graders (friends are welcome!). It is an awesome weekend filled with meaningful talks, amazing worship, fun games, and more! This Retreat is different from other retreats because Discovery happens here at Canterbury UMC and it is put on by the Sr....
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