Arrival Time
Especially if it's your first visit, we encourage you to give yourself some extra time. There's coffee and we can help with children's check-in.
What to Expect
Parking
Take advantage of the guest parking in our garage and our friendly volunteers will be ready to help guide you.
What to Wear
Whether you prefer a suit or jeans, we're just happy to see you. The early service tends to be a little more formal, while the later service a bit more relaxed.
Worship Style
The early service features our choir and mostly classic hymns. At the second service, a small ensemble leads us with mixture of traditional and modern worship music.
Teaching Style
Each service and Sunday school class shares a Biblically-focused message. We love to learn.
Have a Question?
We can help. Give us a call at 314-727-2777 (M-F 8:30am-4:30pm) or email communications@centralpres.com
Kids
On Sunday mornings starting at 8am and continuing until after the second service ends, we offer nursery care for kids ages 8 weeks to 2 years for families who are either in worship or a Sunday school class. At 10am on Sundays, we offer classes for kids through 5th grade, where we strive to provide a fun, kid-friendly environment where your children feel safe and encouraged as they learn about Jesus.
During both morning services, we also offer "children's church" during the sermon portion of the service. After worshipping with their family during the first part of the service, kids ages 3 years through 1st grade will be invited to join our leaders at the front of the sanctuary. From there, the children will be escorted to "Children's Church" where they'll experience the elements of worship at an age-appropriate level. They will sing worship songs, hear God's word, and pray. After the sermon, our leaders will walk the children back to the front of the sanctuary to meet their parents.
Students
We partner with parents to shepherd children and students in living out their identity as members of the body of Christ. On Sunday mornings students in grades 6-12 enjoy a time of fellowship, large-group worship, and small-group learning. Both our middle schoolers (Wednesday nights) and high schoolers (Sunday evenings) also have their own, dedicated times of fun, teaching, and small-group discussions. There are also plenty of special events throughout the year!
Adults
Central offers a wide variety of opportunities for men, women, and couples to grow in their faith. On Sunday mornings at 10am, there are several different classes available. We invite you to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ through one of these communities!
Upcoming Events
There is always a lot is happening at Central! From Bible studies and classes, to concerts and retreats, there are plenty of opportunities to grow, connect, and serve.
Missions
We are to "go" into all the world and preach the gospel and make disciples of Jesus Christ in fulfillment of the "Great Commission" as stated in Matthew 28:19-20 and Mark 16: 15-20. This is done by exposing men, women and children to a sound, Bible-based and saving knowledge of Jesus Christ through discipleship, church planting, and by ministering to the totality of human need in Christian compassion in order to bring glory to God.
Serve on Sundays
If you are a Central member, or have been attending a while but haven't gotten plugged in yet, being part of a Sunday morning team is a great way to meet new people, serve others, and get involved in the life of the church. Your commitment will be small, but the impact you make will be significant!
Meet Our Pastors
Clay Smith
Senior Pastor
Mike Farley
Pastor, Spiritual Formation
Randy Mayfield
Pastor, Missions & Outreach
Ben Tzeng
Pastor, Evangelism & Community
Charles Godwin
Pastor, Congregational Care
Cole Lescher
Pastor, College Ministry