The world that we live in tries to normalize and even encourage self-focus and self-praise, but God says the exact opposite.

School’s out for summer, but class is in session for our annual Short Summer Series at Central. In this 4-week term, we’ll learn practical life lessons from God’s syllabus – the Bible!

Week 1 - Many of us are driven by our mouth, and we aren’t the first to listen. In session one of summer school, let’s learn practical lessons for healthy relationships from the book of James. // James 1:19

When Jesus shows up, the situation changes! He has great plans of abundance for you! In this lesson, we’ll be encouraged by what He has done – and can do – as we listen to Him!

The Apostle Paul spent a lot of time traveling on boats to share the Gospel with his part of the world. Though the method is different, our mission is the same today. Jesus said GO into all the world and share the Good News.

Just like He was for the disciples in the boat, Jesus is the difference-maker in the storms of our life.

Sometimes God asks us to do something, and we just flat out don’t want to mess with it. So, we avoid it, ignore it, and run the other direction. The story of Jonah is a whale of a completely true tale about calling, running, boating, sulking, surrendering, and saving. // Jonah 1-4

Fire up the engine and unfurl the sails, boating season is here! In this summer kick-off series, we’ll look at some of the great boat moments in scripture and find lessons of a lifetime in stories of the maritime.

Faith over fear. Obedience above understanding. The story of Noah inspires action even in the questioning.

On this Memorial Day weekend, we remember those who have given their life for the freedom of others. May we look at our own lives and consider how we can point the next generation to freedom in Christ.

2023 marks 170 years of ministry through Central in Mount Vernon, IL. Praise God for His faithfulness! So what’s next?! Don’t miss…DO NOT MISS…this weekend as we talk about what God has in store for this defining season in the story of Central.

Central is a family church. We believe healthy, Godly families are the foundation of a strong church and a better society...but it doesn’t just happen! Learn the importance of developing a truly Christ-centered family.