Why I Love Central - Christi Gabbard

I love Central because it strives to use our strengths for service.  I feel so honored to not only be asked to be a deacon, and then chair, but to be allowed to write and direct our Christmas musical last year, teach Adult Sunday school, and sometimes play the piano in worship and other special services.  I feel that my input and voice is valued, but not in a way where I am asked to do everything, or in a way where my voice is valued more than others...

Everyone Has Something to Give

I have been so pleased with the children’s Sunday school curriculum and program. In fact, a few years ago Aiden would be so disappointed if we didn’t make it to Sunday school for some reason. Aiden loves the opportunities to create and learn in a safe space. As a mom, I love that the curriculum teaches children how to be still and quiet enough that they are able to take in lessons about both the Bible and our church year.

Rauschenbush: A Quick Overview

Learning about Walter Rauschenbusch

Reading Jeremiah

A few suggestions for reading the book of Jeremiah.

Responding to Gun Violence

It's never too early or too late to have a meaningful conversation on gun violence.

Meet Angela, Start Praying

Meet the first-named African slave and join your prayers with the 2019 Angela Project.

Christians Against Christian Nationalism

Join these Baptists and other Christian leaders standing up against Christian Nationalism

Women Clergy in the Early Church

Women in the Early Church leading Worship

Pathways

Mark's final blog from his Sabbatical journey.

Upon Returning

The transition from sabbatical and back to work begins July 8th, with a heart full of incredible experiences from the past 8 weeks.