David Bottom was presented a certificate of appreciation this past Sunday at the 10:30 service for years of faithful service in leadership of Central’s brass ensemble. We have all been blessed beyond measure by the many solos he has performed for special music, as well as his dedicated commitment as leader of the brass ensemble. Thank you David! Well done, good and faithful servant.
Wanted: Liturgists
Central is looking for more liturgists to serve in either Traditional or Contemporary worship. Liturgists help usher people into a worshipful mindset by leading a prepared Call to Worship during the service. They also write their own invocation prayer that is read before the Lord’s prayer. Training available! For more information, contact Pastor Michael.
On Monday, April 15, anyone (and everyone) is invited to a discussion and conversation about “next steps” as it relates to our connection with our immediate neighborhood. This conversation will pick up where the Neighborhood Prayer Group left off. As you might remember, a Neighborhood Prayer Group met every Monday from early February through Palm Sunday to pray for our neighborhood. In our attempt to be “good neighbors” in our immediate environment and to build connections with those who share this space with us, we want to keep this mission and purpose ever before us. Any decision we, as a church, make regarding anything formal or official will made through the church council. We envision this kind of a meeting to be one that keeps the conversation going as we seek to discern how and where God might be leading us. If you’re interested, join us in the Disciples Room at 5:00 p.m.
Save the date of Sunday, April 21 and make your plans to attend!
- At the 10:30 service, Rev. Dr. Alex Ruth – our Associate Regional Minister – will be in worship to officially install Pastor Melinda as our Pastor for Adult Spiritual Formation and Pastoral Care.
- Follow the 10:30 worship, we will have a fellowship meal where Pastor Melinda will be our guest of honor. We will have a brief program to help you get to know Pastor Melinda better. Reserve your spot for the fellowship dinner - (217) 428-4336 or .