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In October 2024, my life came to a screeching halt. After 20 years in youth ministry, I was asked to take a break. This wasn’t a sabbatical or a time of refreshment—it was a forced pause, a moment where leadership had to step in and say: It’s time for you to step away from ministry. read more

Our Elder’s recently met this past week. We began by lifting our hearts in prayer and asking God for guidance as we lead his church and his people to become authentic followers of Christ. We prayed for those in need, both within our church and the greater community. We also spent time praying with individuals who came seeking prayer and trusting in God’s promises to hear and answer their needs according to His perfect will. As Elders our primary focus is to support and nurture our church by diligently discerning God’s direction and call for our congregation. We are passionate about sharing the good news of Jesus Christ and creating an environment where individuals can grow deeper in their faith. We are grateful that many individuals participated in different opportunities for spiritual growth through the Counselling in Communities work shop, the Preaching Lab, and the Courageous Evangelism course. Those who participated in the Counselling in Community workshop learnt how to walk alon read more

This past week we had our monthly elders meeting, and as we do most meetings we started off with a time of prayer. This month we were joined by most of the deacons in our church and spent time praying with people who came for prayer as well as many other prayer requests that were submitted throughout the month leading up to our meeting. read more

The head of Central Community Church is Jesus Christ. As a church, we strive to be faithful to Jesus and live out His purposes in our community and world. On a practical level, Jesus gifts and calls individuals to give leadership to His church. read more

The Elders met for prayer on the evening of Tuesday, December 17th at the Chilliwack Campus. Our prayer time was followed by a meeting to discuss 4 primary topics: Campus Autonomy, Finances, Ministry, Staffing. read more

The Elders of Central Community Church met on the evening of November 19th at the Chilliwack Campus. We broke bread, sharing a meal with the pastoral staff along with a time of fellowship and prayer. Although we encounter trials, anxieties, and discouragement, we also share a common bond of joy and peace in our Lord Jesus and that, through all adversities, He sustains us individually and in community through His Grace, the Word and the Holy Spirit. This is a great and wonderful mystery that makes my heart glad. read more

October’s elders meeting began the same way as all of our meetings do: with forty-five minutes of prayer. This is a time for the elders of our church to get on our knees before our God, give Him praise, and intercede for the needs of our congregation. Congregation members are welcomed and encouraged to come at this time so that we can pray with and for them as well. Getting the opportunity to pray with those of you who come is probably one of my favourite parts of being an elder. I can also say that spending the first forty-five minutes on our knees really sets the tone before we tackle the agenda for the evening. read more

Here we go again! The Elders were happy to meet together this past week after a summer hiatus. We began our meeting as we always do with prayer. We are so thankful for what God is doing at Central and we praise God for the opportunity we have to serve Him. Many people came to be prayed for by the elders. This prayer time is a wonderful way to walk alongside people during times of hurt and suffering. We love to celebrate when God answers these prayers and meets His people in their times of need. We know many of you are going through seasons of difficulty and would encourage you to come and be prayed for by the elders, following the pattern laid out in James 5. read more

It seems another ministry season has come to an end and the rhythm of summer kicks in. We elders enjoyed meeting this past Tuesday. Several members of the congregation allowed us the privilege to pray with them. Beginning these evenings in prayer, with and for the people and ministries of Central; bringing requests to our Lord, is a very humbling aspect of our monthly meetings. We realize many of you have suffered the loss of loved ones. I pray you will find comfort from Jesus and from your church family read more

The difference a committed Christian dad makes is nothing short of revolutionary. Don’t just take my word for it, the data bears this out. Dads, your presence and consistency matters. You’re making a world of difference in your kids lives. read more