Central United Methodist Church

I tried out a ton of churches before finding Central United Methodist. I always wished that more people Unilocaled about churches the way they do about restaurants so i could get some helpful insights before walking in. A couple years later I now realize I never Unilocaled it –so here goes:
Central is a super friendly urban church right across the street from the Ballston metro and IHOP.
Attire:
I feel comfortable attending in anything from jeans to a dress and you will usually find a mix.
People:
The people are also a mix of ages and races and life stages, it is beautifully diverse and everyone is friendly and warm– you will get a friendly greeting so if you don’t like that– be warned :)
Mission:
One of the things that I found particularly appealing is the strong focus on giving back to the community, Central works with the Arlington Street People Assistance Network to provide a hot breakfast and county services on Friday mornings. If you want to volunteer you can meet at the church Thursday night at 6:30 to prep breakfast.
Music:
Primarily traditional hymns which I like with some contemporary music thrown in. Great choir as well.
Kids:
There is a children’s message and then kids go together to Sunday school for the rest of the service.
Nursery with changing table and rocker across from the Sunday school room.
Food:
Tasty snacks and social time downstairs immediately following service there are also a ton of brunch places within walking distance even if you don’t like IHOP.
Overall a great place to worship and make new friends.