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
Make Room: A Central Women Advent Gathering
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
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
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
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
Gifts for Kids Wrapping Party
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
Welcome to Central
We would be honored if you would join us for our Welcome to Central event. We’ll share a little with you about Central Assembly and our philosophy of ministry here.… 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
Serve Class
God has given YOU unique interests and skills. The Serve Class has been a really important tool for so many of our volunteers as they look for the best way to use their talents to serve in ministry at Central… READ MORE
Surviving the Holidays
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
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
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
Central Women Summer Meetup
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
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
iPray Registration
Prayer is a crucial part of our lives as believers and it is also such an important way to love those close to us. We may be the only people praying for them. Our iPRAY groups do just that… 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
SoMo Kids Camp
District kids camp is going to be COLOSSAL this year! Save the date for July 15-July 19, and check back soon for registration details… READ MORE
Serve Class
God has given YOU unique interests and skills. The Serve Class has been a really important tool for so many of our volunteers as they look for the best way to use their talents to serve in ministry at Central… 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
Southern Missouri District Youth Camp 2024
Youth Camp ‘24 is going to be a week of incredible, high-energy fun where students will forge lifelong friendships and create unforgettable memories… 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
Central Kids Day Camp: Dive Deep!
Central Kids Day Camp is coming soon, where we’ll be Diving Deep Into God’s Love. Save the date… June 3-7th from 8:30am-12:00pm each day, with check-in opening at 8:00am… READ MORE
Meet The Pastors
We would be honored if you would join us for this Meet The Pastors event. We’ll share a little with you about Central Assembly and our philosophy of ministry here… 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
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
Kids Night In, Parent's Night Out
A quiet night at home? An evening out together? Dinner with friends? You decide. We’ve already made our pick, and it’s to give your kids an awesome evening of food, fun, and friendship… 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