Events

Noon Services & Lunch | April 14, 15 & 16 (Chapel) -- Maundy Thursday Services | April 17 (Noon & 6 PM) -- Good Friday Services | April 18 (Noon & 6 PM) Please visit www.canterburyumc.org/lent for the full list.

We cannot wait to celebrate Easter with you! Sanctuary Worship: 8:15 & 10:30 AM & Contemporary Worship: 8:15 & 10:30 AM

Join TAYA at Canterbury UMC for the Come Into The Light Tour, a transformative worship experience featuring her latest single by the same name, as well as other new songs from her upcoming record. For tickets and parking information, click here!

Faith Milestones are a chance for the church to celebrate exactly who your child is right now and connect that to important parts of our faith practices here at church. It is a great opportunity for you to have guided faith conversations with your kiddo and get to know some of the other families who...
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The Side by Side Community Chorus presents "A Stroll Down Broadway!" on Tuesday, May 13 from 2:00-2:45 PM in Canterbury Hall. Great for all ages! No tickets are required, but donations will be accepted at the door to benefit McCoy Adult Day Care. Please come out and support us with your presence for this special...
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Introducing a new program at Canterbury UMC! If your family is growing through birth, adoption or fostering, we would love to spend a morning with you to talk about all the ways our church hopes to wrap around your family during these sacred days and years! We will discuss baptism and walk through what you...
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The Birmingham Boys Choir presents its 47th annual spring concert on Sunday, May 18 at 2:30 PM in the Canterbury Sanctuary. All are invited! The concert is free and is the Boys Choir's gift to the community. To learn more, click here.

May 27 | 12 Noon Join us for a very special Legacy Luncheon with Dr. John Waits from Freedom Farm, homes for abused, abandoned, neglected and at-risk kids. Learn how this amazing ministry is changing the lives of children and families giving them the “freedom to soar” and to succeed in life by giving them...
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Let’s getaway for our first Summer Getaway of the summer with a trip to Six Flags! We’re headed to Six Flags Over Georgia in Atlanta, Georgia on Wednesday, May 28th! This will be an all-day trip, and it’s going to be an awesome time! Friends are welcome, but spots are limited, so sign up ASAP!...
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Camp Sumatanga is unique among camping experiences because it has an explicit focus on spiritual growth and provides kids the opportunity to meet kids from all different backgrounds from across North Alabama.  Every summer, I volunteer to lead a Day Camp for early elementary kids.  I’d love to have your kids join me at Sumatanga...
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Lake Martin | Alexander City, AL Sr. High students are invited to join us for a lake weekend full of fun, talks, and discussions! We will spend a weekend at Lake Martin from June 6-8, 2025. Our time will be spent on the lake during the day with sessions in the morning and evening. Spots...
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I grew up at Camp Sumatanga and value that it is unique among camping experiences because it has an explicit focus on spiritual growth and provides kids the opportunity to meet kids from all different backgrounds from across North Alabama. Every summer, I volunteer to be on the leadership team of the upper elementary overnight...
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We’re headed to Activate on Wednesday, June 11 for another Summer Getaway! Activate is an interactive game room experience with tons of different active gaming experiences. It’s awesome, and you’re going to want to be there! As always, friends are welcome! Spots are limited, so sign up ASAP! This trip is for students who will...
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Let’s go cheer on the Braves on Wednesday, June 18th! We’re headed to the night game that will be against the New York Mets. We’ll meet at the church on Wednesday afternoon at 1:00pm, and then we’ll head to Truist Park. We’ll watch as much of the game as possible and then be back at...
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We’re doing something new this summer! Jr. High students are invited to join us as we travel to Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) in Bryson City, NC. The Jr. High Adventure Trip will be June 23-26, 2025. On this trip, we’ll go rafting on the Nantahala River & do some other awesome activities while we’re there!...
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Join us as Lifecare Solutions will provide us with valuable info to help us plan for care through all stages of the aging process. Come learn about resources to help you and your family. $10 RSVP to Valerie Boyd: valerie.boyd@canterburyumc.org

Magic City Work Week is just Mission Week with a new name & a twist! This year we will be partnering with another UMC church, and it’s going to be awesome! This is an amazing week where we spend the week serving in the West End area. We’ll paint houses during the day and then...
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(Registration Closed) We are switching up things for our upper elementary kids this year by helping them have their own unique week that is separate from VBS. Canterbury Rise students will gather with other upper elementary kids from Birmingham UMCs for a whole new experience we’re calling Connect Serve Week. Thematically, we will round out...
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(Registration Closed) Our rising 4K-3rd graders are going to have a blast at Dive Deep, Exploring God’s Grace!  We will go on our deep water adventure July 28-31, from 9-noon each day.

On Sunday, August 10 during the Sunday School hour, Kids@Canterbury will celebrate a new school year and a brand new year of ministry with a Donut Party! Make sure to join us in Canterbury Hall for this “sweet” event.

On Sunday, August 10 during the combined 10:30 AM worship service in the Sanctuary, we will have a special moment to bless the backpacks of all our children returning to school! Make sure to bring your child's special bag or backpack to worship that day!

For all YOUTH Jr. High & Sr. High! SUNDAY, AUGUST 17 - Get ready to kick off the year with our YAC Rodeo! Join us at 5:00 pm in the parking lot between the playground and parking deck for an evening packed with fun—featuring a mechanical bull, inflatables, rodeo games, and more! We’ll be grilling...
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Make plans to join us on Wednesday night, August 20 in Canterbury Hall for a special Fall Studies Kickoff event that all ages will enjoy! Chik-fil-A dinner and ice cream sundae bar, games, inflatables for kids, preview fall studies and more! Let’s connect this fall enjoying fellowship, faith, fun, and fresh insights.

NEXT STEPS | Begins September 7, 9:30 AM This 3-week Sunday morning class is a basic introduction to our church family and a wonderful time for you to continue building connections with others. If you are interested in making Canterbury your church home, please join us on 9/7, 9/14 & 9/21. Sign up: Email becky.king@canterburyumc.org