Community Thanksgiving Meal
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
Joy to the World: A Central Music Event
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
Christmas Eve at Central
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
Online Service
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
First Wednesday Service
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
Sunday Prayer
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
Central Men’s Breakfast
Mark your calendar for the Central Men Breakfast, happening Saturday, October 26th from 9:00-10:30am… READ MORE
Fall at the Farm
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
Behold - A Central Women Fall Event
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
Central Worship - Fall Launch
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
Grant Beach National Night Out
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
Alpha Course Begins
Explore the questions of life and faith at our Alpha Course, starting on August 21! Whether you're a lifelong believer or simply curious about faith, Alpha is a… READ MORE
Night of Worship & Prayer
These monthly worship events are an integral part of ministry at Central, so be sure to join us as we invite the presence of God into our lives individually and as a church family… READ MORE
Ready, Set, Supply
Come join us on July 31st at 6:45pm in the Upper Foyer as we work together to bless the amazing teachers at our neighborhood schools…READ MORE
Summer at the Ballpark
The crack of the bat. The roar of the crowd. The smell of popcorn and hot dogs on a warm summer night. Central’s Summer at the Ballpark is a chance to cheer on our Springfield Cardinals, connect with family and friends, and create memories that will last a lifetime.… READ MORE
Fine Arts Celebration
Central’s Fine Arts Celebration is an exceptional opportunity for our talented youth students to share their artistic abilities and passion with our church family before they depart for National Fine Arts in Columbus, OH… READ MORE
No Wednesday Activities
There will be no activities this Wednesday night, July 3rd, at Central. We hope you have a fun holiday with family and friends… READ MORE
Gather Together
Worship is one of four of the Assemblies of God’s reasons for being. This is so because the Bible makes it a priority of the New Testament church and because of its corporate and personal dynamics… READ MORE
Father's Day at Central
Gather as a family to celebrate dad this Father’s Day at Central! The morning begins with Donuts With Dad in the lobby at 9:00am. Then join us for worship at 10:30am… READ MORE
Mother's Day at Central
Celebrate the mothers and women in your life at Central on Mother’s Day! Instead of regular Sunday morning classes, bring mom at 9am for refreshments in the main foyer… READ MORE
Central Young Adults Board Game Night
Central Young Adults will be meeting at the Village Meeple Board Game Cafe (1570 E Battlefield Road 65804) on Tuesday, April 9th from 6:00-8:00pm for a fun night of playing board games… READ MORE
Resurrection Sunday
Christ is risen! He is risen, indeed! Plan now to celebrate Resurrection Sunday at Central… READ MORE
Good Friday at Central
Central’s Good Friday service at 7:00pm is a soul-stirring evening of worship as we reflect on the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus’ death on the cross… READ MORE
Walk the Last Week with Jesus
One of Central’s greatest new traditions continues with this interactive exhibit, Walk The Last Week With Jesus… READ MORE
Palm Sunday | Night of Worship
Holy Week begins with the celebration of Palm Sunday… READ MORE
Annual Business Meeting
Our Annual Business Meeting will be taking place on Wednesday, March 22nd at 6:45pm. We’ll review annual reports from our ministry teams and consider candidates for our Board of Deacons…. READ MORE
Tea, Books, & Biscuits
You are cordially invited to enjoy an afternoon tea with Central Women, complete with biscuits and other tea bites… READ MORE
Jersey Sunday
Jersey Sunday is coming, so you better show up game-ready. On Sunday, February 11th, 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
Central Worship Choir Launch Party
We invite you to see what the Central Worship Choir is all about at our Choir Launch Party on Wednesday, January 31st at 6:45pm in the Choir Room. The Choir is not auditioned, and your participation isn’t conditioned on your musical talent. Instead… READ MORE
Together Like Heaven, An Evening of Unity in Worship
Once again, we’re excited and honored to replace our regular January Night of Worship & Prayer with this event on Sunday, January 14th, as we approach Martin Luther King Day. Together Like Heaven is a combined worship event co-hosted by Central and the Sanctuary of Praise Church of God In Christ… READ MORE
Membership Class
Membership at Central is a formal step of linking arms in commitment to what God is doing in our church. This class will provide information about Central’s history, doctrines, governance structure, and mission and values… READ MORE
Family Communion
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
New Year's Eve Online Service
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 2023. Central Worship will lead us and Pastor Jim Bradford will share a message to close out this year and welcome the next… READ MORE
Christmas Eve: A Central Tradition
A longstanding tradition at Central Assembly, we take one final time to reflect on the gift of Christ’s birth before Christmas Day. We’ll light the final Christ candle as Advent draws to a close, and the Central Worship Choir will lead us in song together… READ MORE
Sunday Morning Worship
On the morning of Christmas Eve, we’ll all gather for a special family worship service. We’ll sing some carols and worship together as we celebrate the birth of our King!