Dr. Ernie H. Frey
Senior Pastor
For a weekly blog by our pastor, click here. For devotional thoughts by others in our congregation, click here. For the podcast of Ernie's current Wednesday night series, click here.
Sunday Services
Sunday 9:25 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.
2005 Winchester Blvd. ( map)
Phone: 901-888-4673
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Weekly Activities
Finances at Central
2009/2010 Budget
Monthly Financial Statement
Explanation of 2009 Audit
2009 Audit
Online Giving
Electronic Giving Information--click on the logo for more information!
Simple and easy to use...click on the link above to access the secured site of National Church Service. You may use e-giving for one time or reoccuring transactions. You may print a receipt for your records and track on-line giving. All giving is recorded onto your contribution statement maintained by the church. The church zip code is 38017!
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Happening at Central
Central Church Cub Scouts Begin Meeting, September 7
Central Church - Cub Scout Pack 257
Boys 1st Grade thru 5th Grade!
COME AND JOIN CUB SCOUTS!!!!
When: 6:30pm sharp on Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Where: Central Church - Fellowship Hall
Want to have fun? Build things? Learn new things?
How about Racing cars or Shooting Bows & Arrows?
How about hiking? How about camping?
Contact us at (901) 848-1006 or pack257@gmail.com for more information!
Wrestling With the Faith
New adult Sunday morning Connecting Point starting September 12 at 11:00 in room 212.
If you have longed for a place where you can ask any question pertaining to the truth of Christianity, a place where the tough questions won't get sidelined with Sunday school answers, then this may be the place for you. We will tackle any and all issues that reflect upon the reasonableness of Christianity. Even if you are not yet convinced that Christianity is the truth, you are welcome. You will never be put down for having a different perspective or for being unknowledgeable about a subject. We will each challenge each other to clear and reasonable thinking. The class will be led by Randall Johnson, David Drees and Jeff Pearson, as well as others who come in from time to time. Join us.
Discovering Membership class
The next new members class is September 12, 2010 from 9:25-12:10 in the Chapel. We will provide lunch afterwards and Ernie will be joining us at lunch to share his heart with you if you are able to attend. Lunch will be in the Fellowship Hall. Please call 901-255-8120 to register for the class and/or the lunch. Click here to check out our other adult Connecting Point classes and our Discover series of discipleship classes.
Child Dedication and Baptism for Children and Adults
Central's Child Dedication is about a commitment parents make to put God first in their home and to trust in Him as their source of direction and help in raising their children. The dedication takes place during a church service. At the time of dedication, the congregation promises to support the parents and children in their spiritual growth over the years. Together, we look forward to the day these children will make their personal profession of faith in Christ.
In order to participate in a dedication service, parents must first attend a dedication class. The purpose of baby dedication is to establish the partnership between the parents and the church in passing on the faith to their children and their children's children. The class prepares and equips parents for this very important responsibility. Both parents are required to attend the class prior to dedicating their baby in a church service. Other family members are welcome to come to the class and childcare is provided.
Dedication classes are at 5:00 p.m. in the Hospitality Room:
September 12
November 14.
Click here to schedule 2010 Child Dedication Services and Classes.
Sundays to dedicate are:
October 17 - Click here to register for the October 17, 2010 9:25am Child Dedication Service
Click here to register for the October 17, 2010 11:00am Child Dedication Service
November 21 - Click here to register for the November 21, 2010 9:25am Child Dedication Service
Click here to register for the November 21, 2010 11:00am Child Dedication Service
December 19 - Click here to register for the December 19, 2010 9:25am Child Dedication Service
Click here to register for the December 19, 2010 11:00am Child Dedication Service
Child Dedication Is not Infant Baptism
We believe that when people are old enough to understand what it means to put their faith and trust in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior, they should have the opportunity to make that choice for themselves. A young child is not able to understand sin, forgiveness, the sacrifice Jesus made by dying on the cross for us, and what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Child Dedication is about the commitment parents make to lead their children into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
A child can be baptized when he or she has made that personal commitment to Christ. Baptism Classes are designed to help families understand the significance of the child's decision to follow Christ. Children discover how to grow in their walk with the Lord and parents learn how to guide them. Click here to schedule Children's Baptisms.
Adult Baptism
If you have been baptized since you believed, you do not need to be baptized again to be a member at Central Church. But we require baptism for adults who have not been baptized since believing. Click here to schedule Adult Baptism.
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First Time Visitor to Central?
We are excited that you are considering visiting our congregation. To help you feel welcomed and comfortable, please know that we have a somewhat traditional service at 9:25 and a more contemporary service at 11:00. No formal dress is required at either service, but the contemporary service is designed to be less formal on all counts. You will find visitor parking on either side of our campus and in the back. We encourage you to park in the back and come in the back entrance where you will find a Welcome Center for you in the very middle of our building (Chapel area). Here we will answer any questions you have about where to go, where your kids will go, and anything else you need to know. You may click here to see a diagram of our facilities and parking areas around the campus. If you have further questions, call 901-888-4673.
The safety of children is a priority for us so we will need some information about your children (child's name, allergies, special instructions, etc.) You may complete the visitor form online and the information will be sent to us ahead of time so we can have your child's nametag ready when you arrive at the Welcome Center. This will save time for your family when you visit or you may complete the form in person. We look forward to seeing you Sunday! Click here to complete the visitor form.
10th Anniversary Battle Plan Ministries Celebration Banquet
Join us at 6:30 p.m. on September 10 in our own Fellowship Hall for a joyous celebration of what God has done in 10 years of Battle Plan Ministries. Our own elder, Dr. Bill Berry, leads this life-changing ministry that has brought hope to thousands of men and women struggling with sexual sin. Hear Clay Crosse sing and he and his wife speak about the deliverance God brought to their marriage through God's great healing. Tickets are $8 per person through August 31, and $10 after that. Click here to register and purchase tickets online for Battle Plan Ministries' 10th Anniversary Banquet
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Connecting Opportunities
Read our special People Feature about one of our Members.
Find Shelter in This Author's Book
Billie Cash
Read about how one of Central's own members has authored a book that will give you strength to say 'no' to ungodliness. Billie will have a television interview on The Shelter, Finding Strength To Keep Watch-- Sept 9, 8:30am on Marybeth Conley's program Channel 3 Peabody Place.
click here
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