Being human means that we are constantly growing.
We at Centennial believe that it is important to celebrate those moments in our lives when we reach particular milestones of growth! Whether it be our baptisms as infants, or our celebration services remembering and honoring us after our deaths, pausing and intentionally reflecting on what life has been helps us and our communities create a more whole and rich life for the future.
And, let's be honest, we follow Jesus, a guy who went to many parties and dinners and festivals, so why not be like him and celebrate big (or small!) moments in life!
We recognize and celebrate many milestones at Centennial.
And, let's be honest, we follow Jesus, a guy who went to many parties and dinners and festivals, so why not be like him and celebrate big (or small!) moments in life!
We recognize and celebrate many milestones at Centennial.
Baptisms
We LOVE baptisms at Centennial!
We are United Methodists, which mean that we believe baptism is the outward sign of the invisible reality that God loves us and calls us God's beloved people! In other words: baptism is the tangible sign that God loves us, and that we belong to God's people.
We celebrate baptisms on Sundays, and would love to talk more with you about what this important milestone can mean for you and your family.
We are United Methodists, which mean that we believe baptism is the outward sign of the invisible reality that God loves us and calls us God's beloved people! In other words: baptism is the tangible sign that God loves us, and that we belong to God's people.
We celebrate baptisms on Sundays, and would love to talk more with you about what this important milestone can mean for you and your family.
To learn more about baptisms at St. Anthony Park Campus
Pastor Whitney Sheridan: wsheridan@centennialumc.org | 651.633.7644 ext. 412
To learn more about baptisms at Roseville Campus
Pastor Whitney Sheridan: wsheridan@centennialumc.org | 651.633.7644 ext. 412
Pastor Jen Anderson | janderson@centennialumc.org | 651.633.7644 x 313
Pastor Jen Anderson | janderson@centennialumc.org | 651.633.7644 x 313
Weddings
Celebrate your love at Centennial!
All weddings are considered a sacred service of worship and are one of the most significant rites that our United Methodist ministers conduct. We host weddings for members and non-members.
All weddings are considered a sacred service of worship and are one of the most significant rites that our United Methodist ministers conduct. We host weddings for members and non-members.
To learn more about Weddings At Roseville Campus
Roseville Campus (1524 County Rd. C2 W, Roseville): Our sanctuary seats 400, has an excellent pipe organ and a long center aisle; and for smaller weddings we have a separate chapel that seats up to 50 people.
To learn more about Weddings at St. Anthony Park Campus
St. Anthony Park Campus (2200 W Hillside Ave., St. Paul, MN): This is our contemporary worship space that is a multi-purpose space equipped with the newest technology, A/V equipment and movable seating. It seats maximum 220 people.
Detailed arrangements including pre-marital counseling are required.
More questions? Reach out to...
Pastor Whitney Sheridan: wsheridan@centennialumc.org | 651.633.7644 ext. 412
Pastor Jen Anderson | janderson@centennialumc.org | 651.633.7644 x 313
More questions? Reach out to...
Pastor Whitney Sheridan: wsheridan@centennialumc.org | 651.633.7644 ext. 412
Pastor Jen Anderson | janderson@centennialumc.org | 651.633.7644 x 313
Funerals and Memorial Services
Planning the details of a funeral can be overwhelming.
Let us help.
Our staff offer counseling and planning assistance for four kinds of services:
Funeral service: This kind of service occurs within days following death with a closed casket or urn present.
Memorial service: This is a service in which remains are not present, and may take place at any time suitable for the bereaved.
Committal service: This service takes place at a cemetery and may follow a funeral or take place separately.
Cremains burial service: Some of our church members have chosen to have some of their remains buried in our Memorial Garden; we try to do this service in coordination with other families who share the same desire.
Let us help.
Our staff offer counseling and planning assistance for four kinds of services:
Funeral service: This kind of service occurs within days following death with a closed casket or urn present.
Memorial service: This is a service in which remains are not present, and may take place at any time suitable for the bereaved.
Committal service: This service takes place at a cemetery and may follow a funeral or take place separately.
Cremains burial service: Some of our church members have chosen to have some of their remains buried in our Memorial Garden; we try to do this service in coordination with other families who share the same desire.
Important information & Frequently asked questions about Funerals and Memorial services
Let Us Know
Please call the church office to alert the clergy and staff of a death. One of the pastors and memorial coordinators will contact you as soon as possible.
- We must receive explicit permission from you to send out a death announcement to the congregation.
- We must receive explicit permission from you to send out a death announcement to the congregation.
Where and When
Setting a date, time and location for a memorial service. Please consider 2-3 options for dates and times for the service.
Dates and times for a service are dependent on the availability of our buildings, coordinators, clergy, musicians, and volunteers. Because of this, we lament that your first choice of a date for a memorial service may not be possible.
It is only after we have received confirmation from the church office, clergy, coordinators, and hospitality volunteers that the date and time for your loved one's memorial service can be officially reserved.
***Please wait for official confirmation from a Centennial pastor or memorial coordinator before publishing the date of the service in an obituary and/or online.
Dates and times for a service are dependent on the availability of our buildings, coordinators, clergy, musicians, and volunteers. Because of this, we lament that your first choice of a date for a memorial service may not be possible.
It is only after we have received confirmation from the church office, clergy, coordinators, and hospitality volunteers that the date and time for your loved one's memorial service can be officially reserved.
***Please wait for official confirmation from a Centennial pastor or memorial coordinator before publishing the date of the service in an obituary and/or online.
Can I Request a Clergyperson??
The pastors appointed to Centennial UMC share responsibility in leading memorial services. We understand that you may have a closer or longer relationship with one of the pastors, however leadership of a memorial service is based upon pastor availability and balance of schedules. For this reason, we do not accept requests for a specific clergyperson to lead a memorial service.
Additionally, requests for retired or outside clergy or staff to lead any part of the service are not guaranteed and must be discussed with current Centennial clergy.
Additionally, requests for retired or outside clergy or staff to lead any part of the service are not guaranteed and must be discussed with current Centennial clergy.
Planning
Planning the visitation, memorial service, and reception.
After the date and time are set, the pastor and the coordinator will set a date for a planning meeting. You will meet separately with a pastor to plan the memorial service itself. You will meet with the memorial coordinator to plan the visitation, reception, memorial recipients, and service fees.
After the date and time are set, the pastor and the coordinator will set a date for a planning meeting. You will meet separately with a pastor to plan the memorial service itself. You will meet with the memorial coordinator to plan the visitation, reception, memorial recipients, and service fees.
Before the Service
Between the planning meetings and the date of the service, you can expect fluid communication to confirm details of the service, giving and receiving feedback on the memorial service bulletin and order of worship, and following up on any open-ended details or questions you may have.
Day of Service
Fees are due on the day of the service and can be turned into the memorial coordinator or the church office.
What are Centennial's Fees?
Suggested costs can be found [HERE]
*Please Note: if the costs put undue financial stress on your family, we ask that you pay what you can and not worry about the rest.
*Please Note: if the costs put undue financial stress on your family, we ask that you pay what you can and not worry about the rest.
Questions About Planning A Funeral Or Memorial Service?
Connect with Pastor Whitney Sheridan at wsheridan@centennialumc.org | 651.633.7644 x 412
or Pastor Jen Anderson | janderson@centennialumc.org | 651.633.7644 x 313
Connect with Pastor Whitney Sheridan at wsheridan@centennialumc.org | 651.633.7644 x 412
or Pastor Jen Anderson | janderson@centennialumc.org | 651.633.7644 x 313
Memorials to Centennial United Methodist Church are sometimes preferred by the bereaved. Such memorials can be left at the church at the time of a funeral or memorial service or may be mailed at any time to Centennial United Methodist Church at 1524 W. County Road C2, Roseville, MN 55113.
Questions about giving a memorial? Connect with Julie Elholm: jelholm@centennialumc.org | 651.633.7644
Questions about giving a memorial? Connect with Julie Elholm: jelholm@centennialumc.org | 651.633.7644
If your loved one has died unexpectedly, and you need spiritual support, please call the church's emergency line 651.633.7644 x29 and a pastor will respond to you as quickly as possible.