An inclusive, welcoming church with a commitment to outreach
We welcome all people regardless of race, faith (or no faith), age, sexual orientation, marital status, gender, ability, ethnicity, socioeconomic background or gender identity.
Sunday Morning Service
Everyone is welcomed to join us in-person or online via Vimeo or Zoom.
If you are here at 10:30AM on Sunday, you can join in the Sunday Gathering LIVE in the window below. Click here if you are on a mobile phone. You may also participate via Zoom if you’d like a more interactive experience.
If you are unable to participate on Sunday morning, you can return to this link at any time to watch recordings of past gatherings.
Announcements
Services
We perform the following services:
Baptisms
The United Church of Canada baptizes individuals of all ages. Baptism is a symbolic action celebrating initiation into the Christian community.
Funerals / Memorial Services
The Minister at Central United Church is available to assist families for funerals or memorial services.
Congregational Care
If you, or someone you know, would like a visit, a confidential message can be left on the Central United Church office phone line, (506) 857-3186.
Facility Rentals
We have 1 Boardroom and the Forum (650 seat auditorium) that can be rented at an Hourly or Daily rate.
Our Team
Under the new collaborative ministry with Sackville United and Visions United, Rev. Lloyd Bruce and Julia Ye will be leading the three congregations.
Rev. Lloyd Bruce
Minister
Julia Ye
Minister
Justin Guignard
Music Director
Entrances
There are several entrances which can be used when accessing the church offices and sanctuary/forum.
Week days:
- Stairs to glass doors at 22 Church Street
- Mobility access: Atrium glass doors between 150 and 154 Queen Street (call the church to arrange entry)
Sunday Morning:
- Double Wooden Doors at 150 Queen Street
- Mobility access: please contact us for assistance prior to arrival
Contact us
Have a question or comment? Reach out to the Central United team:
Phone: (506) 857-3186 | Email: centralunitedchurch@nb.aibn.com
FAQ
Rethinking Beliefs
We have more questions than we have answers. As a community of people, we are travelling together toward an improved understanding of our place and responsibility within this world of ours. We are Rethinking the Story at Central United Church through these different lenses:
What to expect during Sunday Service?
Singing – by the congregation and individuals online
Prayer – as we hold up our joys, sorrows, and concerns
Readings – from many sources including the bible
Listening – to a message related to the readings and current events
Videos – as appropriate to the Sunday and to the topic
Offering – not collected during the service. Instead, an Offering Box is available for donations to support the church at work.
Announcements – which inform us about events in the church and the community
Celebration – as we acknowledge meaningful events in our lives
Socializing – after the service with conversations and occasional refreshments
Hosting / Helping Out
A number of different events occur at Central, and there is always a need for help with hosting, set-up, take-down, clean-up or other. If you are willing to help out, please contact our Office Administrator (506) 857-3186.
Our vision
The people of Central United Church acknowledge that the lives of countless living species, including human beings, are today threatened with extinction. We believe that this has resulted, in part, from a fundamental lack of love, respect, protection and recognition of essential diversity for both humanity and nature.
After the Service
Congregational learning events are occasionally offered during or after church on Sunday.
Coffee and Conversation – After the service, on special occasions, the congregation is invited to stay for refreshments at the back of the sanctuary so that everyone has an opportunity to meet new friends and catch up on news.
Cancellations
Severe winter weather sometimes calls for a cancellation. In such an event, cancellation notices will be recorded on our office telephone answering machine (506) 857-3186 and posted on the home page of this website by 9:00am on the Sunday morning in question.