This event has been canceled due to forecasted winter weather. Call the church office with any questions at 417-866-5013.… READ MORE

Jersey Sunday is coming, so you better show up game-ready. On Sunday, February 9th, show up to Central in your favorite team’s gear or colors and let everyone know what a winner you are—or how long you’ve been suffering… READ MORE

Give them a night for yourself. It’s time again for Central’s annual 2-for-1 event, Kids Night In/Parents Night Out, happening from 5:30-8:00pm on Friday, February 7th.… READ MORE

Join us on the First Wednesday of each month for…. First Wednesday at Central! These services look a lot like our Sunday morning services. Pastor Josh and Central Worship will lead us, and we’ll have a short teaching from Pastor Jim or one of our pastoral team.… READ MORE

This winter, Central Women will begin a Bible study using Priscilla Shirer's Jonah: Navigating a Life Interrupted. Video studies will be on Tuesday evenings beginning February 4th from 6:00-7:30pm… READ MORE

We’ve got a great Sunday planned on February 2nd at 10:30am as we welcome Evangel University to Central Assembly. Central loves being the church home for so many Evangel students… READ MORE

As we approach Martin Luther King Day, we’re excited and honored to join with Sanctuary of Praise COGIC and others for Together Like Heaven…. a combined worship event celebrating unity in praise to our King… READ MORE

Explore the questions of life and faith at our Alpha Course, starting on Wednesday, January 15th! Whether you're a lifelong believer or simply curious about faith, Alpha is a… READ MORE

Grief Share at Central is a safe, welcoming place design to help people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Through this 13-week group, you’ll discover what to expect in the days ahead… READ MORE

Gather your family to observe Central’s first Communion of the new year. Members of our pastoral team will be available in the sanctuary to lead you in taking the Lord’s Supper… READ MORE

Are you interested in serving at Central’s upcoming Alpha Course? The Alpha Course is designed to explore the Christian faith in an informal and welcoming environment, and our table hosts are a key part of that atmosphere… READ MORE

We invite you to spend time with your family at home while joining your church family online at www.centralassembly.tv for our final service of 2024… READ MORE

A longstanding tradition at Central Assembly, we take one final time to reflect on the gift of Christ’s birth before Christmas Day….READ MORE

Join us at 10:30am on December 22nd for our Family Service in the sanctuary as we prepare for the final Christmas countdown! There will be no 9:00am activities or groups on December 22nd… READ MORE

Gather for a good time… for a good cause! Put the finishing touches on our annual Gifts for Kids efforts by joining our Wrapping Party on December 11th at 6:45pm in the upper foyer… READ MORE

Central’s Legacy Senior Adults will celebrate our annual Christmas Dinner on Tuesday, December 10th at 6:00pm in the Multipurpose Hall. We’ll be joined by guest musical artists Jeff and Sue Duffield as we fellowship together… READ MORE

Central Worship kicks off the Christmas season with Joy to the World: A Central Music Event. The Central Choir and Orchestra—along with Central Kids and special guests—present an evening of broad-ranging, large-scale Christmas music… READ MORE

Central Worship kicks off the Christmas season with Joy to the World: A Central Music Event. The Central Choir and Orchestra—along with Central Kids and special guests—present an evening of broad-ranging, large-scale Christmas music… READ MORE

This year’s Central Women Advent Gathering will reflect on making room for Jesus and others in our lives. We’ll enjoy an evening of fellowship, food, and Christmas festivities… READ MORE

On Tuesday, November 26th, from 5:00-7:00pm Central will be partnering with Victory Mission to bring a hot, delicious Thanksgiving meal to people from around our community… READ MORE

This season of the year can be especially difficult for those who have lost a loved one. Bittersweet memories are often accompanied by feelings of isolation and sadness, but you are not alone! GriefShare at Central …READ MORE

Parenting is a profound journey full of joy, love, and uncertainty, especially in today’s landscape. "Keeping Your Head While They Lose Theirs" offers practical strategies for parents who feel overwhelmed by the demands of raising adolescents in a complex world… READ MORE

Sunday, October 6 through Sunday, November 3rd, join us each week from 4-5pm in the sanctuary as we pray together for national and world events, particularly our upcoming elections... READ MORE

Get ready for an epic night at the Future Hope Youth Rally on Saturday, November 2nd, from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM at the Activity Center! This event is for middle and high school students... READ MORE

Middle and high school students, get ready for an epic night at our 12th Annual Dodgetober on October 30th! Open to all 6th-12th graders, this free event kicks off at 6:45 PM. Whether you bring a friend or join a squad, it's going to be one of the biggest and most exciting nights of the year. Don’t miss out!

Temps are falling, and we’re ready to spend an evening at the Farm…. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park to be exact. There’s so much to enjoy at this annual Central favorite… READ MORE

Join Central Women on Saturday, September 14th at 10:00am for Behold: a fall gathering that will include brunch, hot cider, fall-themed workshops, and a message from our own Jacque Blauvelt... READ MORE

If you’ve ever wanted to be part of our Central Worship Choir, this is a great time of year to jump in. Wednesday, September 11th, Pastor Josh Shaffer and Central Worship will be launching the fall choir season... READ MORE

Central will once again partner with Grant Beach Neighborhood Association for their annual National Night Out event. This is an opportunity for Central to serve the neighborhood and show the love of Jesus… READ MORE

Our series of Summer Meet Ups draws to a close! Join us for an afternoon of coffee and conversation with women from Central. We’ll meet at Big Momma’s… READ MORE