Church-wide Events
The Collingsworth Family Concert
Tuesday, April 23 // 7:00PM // Sanctuary
Enjoy an evening of praise and worship for all ages with the Collingsworth Family in-concert this spring at Central. This multi-generational family puts their unique spin on Southern Gospel favorites, and you will not want to miss this incredible evening of music.
Tickets are available online only.
CCP Spring Concert & Raffle
Thursday, April 25, 2024 // 6:30PM // Sanctuary
Enjoy an evening of (adorable) music and support our very own preschool at Central Community Preschool’s spring concert and raffle fundraiser, “A Rainbow of Promises.” Doors open at 5:45pm with the opportunity to enter the raffle before and after the concert. Raffle tickets are $2 each.
Singles Branson Trip
April 26-27, 2024
Central Singles invites you to the Midwest Christian Singles Retreat in Branson. Join other single adults in the beauty of God’s country for an unforgettable weekend of faith, fellowship, and fun! Email singles@centralcommunity.church with questions or register through the retreat website by April 10.
Union Rescue Mission Collection
Sundays, April 28 and May 5
Join us in helping to supply the Union Rescue Mission with vital supplies as it ministers to Wichita’s homeless population. Collection bins will be placed in the Atrium and near the E3 (office) entrance Sundays, April 28 and May 5. Please donate the following men’s clothing items: new underwear, new socks, jeans (sizes 28-36), new white t-shirts, collared sports shirts, tennis shoes, and work shoes; toiletries; canned food.
National Day of Prayer Breakfast
Thursday, May 2 // 6:30AM // K-Chapel
Pray for our nation, our community, and our world together with believers across the country on the National Day of Prayer. We’ll enjoy a light breakfast before breaking into groups for focused prayer to “Lift up the Word, Light up the World.” Registration is required.
Fervent 2024 with Priscilla Shirer & Anthony Evans
Thursday, May 2 // 7:00PM // Sanctuary
Join renowned Bible teacher and NY Times bestselling author Priscilla Shirer and her brother and worship leader Anthony Evans for this impactful evening of powerful teaching, strategic prayer, and inspiring worship. You’ll find inspiration and encouragement to press into the life-changing truth of Gods Word. Visit ferventtheevent.com for more details and tickets.
Core Central
Saturday, May 4 // 9:00AM-Noon // Room 219
You’ll enjoy community and fun at an experience we call Core Central. At this class, you’ll learn more about who we are as a church, how to grow in your faith, and the many life-giving ways you can be part of our church family, including the opportunity to make this your home church. Most people that participate in Core Central will find a place to serve, and many will continue on in a LifeGroup with the people they’ve met. This is an ideal place to start if you’re looking for your next step at Central Community.
Graduation Sunday
Sunday, May 5 // Both Services
Baptism Class
Wednesday, May 8 // 6:00pm // Hearth Room
Are you ready to publicly declare your faith in the waters of baptism? In this class, you’ll learn more about this Christian act of faith, ask questions, and schedule your baptism. Email baptism@centralcommunity.church for more info, or register below.
Singles Comedy Night
Saturday, May 18 // 7:00Pm // Room 215
All single adults are invited to an evening of comedy and encouragement with international speaker, author, and comedian Kris Swiatocho. Enjoy a night of teaching, fun, and fellowship.
Voluntouring
Sunday, May 19 // 10:15am // Room 107
If you want to know what it is like to be part of the Serve Central team, join us for Voluntouring. The tour will begin at Guest Services in the Grand Foyer. After visiting several ministry areas and meeting some ministry leaders, we will end with coffee and cinnamon rolls from Central Café! There will be time to ask questions and take the next step to sign up.
Messengers’ Youth Camp
June 24-29 // Kansas City
Central High School invites its students’ to Kansas City for this transformative opportunity. Come and encounter the love of God and step into your true identity as sons & daughters of God! Messenger Youth Camp will equip you with tools to grow in your relationship with God and train you to become a messenger for the Gospel!
Preschool Bible Camp
Monday-Thursday, July 8-11 // 8:45AM-Noon
Your preschooler will have the time of their life at Start the Party, a Bible camp designed just for them! Children ages 4 and 5 are invited to this four-day experience where they’ll learn why Jesus gives us the most amazing reason to party. Cost is $35 and includes a t-shirt. Registration opens March 4 and is limited to 50 children.
Middle School Retreat
July 20-24 // Wheat State Camp
Central Middle School is hosting a summer retreat for students completing 5th, 6th, and 7th grades. This will be an adventure they won’t want to miss! This five-day retreat at Wheat State Camp here in Wichita that will combine action-packed fun with foundational Bible teaching and intentional friendship-building.
WinShape Day Camp
Monday-Friday, July 22-26
WinShape Camps brings the ultimate day camp right to Wichita, combining fun, faith, and friendship into one action-packed week. Campers completing kindergarten through fifth grade cultivate their God-given skills and talents in a mix of indoor and outdoor moments, physical activity, and creative play, with epic adventures at camp all day and sleeping soundly back at home at night.
Save $25 with coupon code “SunRun” (case sensitive). Siblings save an extra 10%.
Ministry Events
Middle School
Sundays
9:00-10:00AM // The Loft
- May 12, 19, 26: 5th Grade Visits
- June 2: 5th & 8th Grade Graduation
Wednesdays
6:00-8:00PM // The Loft
- June 5, 12, 26: Wild Wednesdays
- June 19: Conference Break // No Youth Group
- July 3: Holiday Break // No Youth Group
- July 10, 17, 31: Summer of Service
- August 7: Intern Send-Off Celebration
- August 14, 21, 28: Summer Break // No Youth Group
Summer Retreat
July 20-24 // Wheat State Camp
Central Middle School is hosting a summer retreat for students completing 5th, 6th, and 7th grades. This will be an adventure they won’t want to miss! This five-day retreat at Wheat State Camp here in Wichita that will combine action-packed fun with foundational Bible teaching and intentional friendship-building.
High School
Sundays
9:00-10:00AM // Room 204
Wednesdays
6:00-8:00PM // Room 204
Messengers’ Youth Camp
June 24-29 // Kansas City
Central High School invites its students’ to Kansas City for this transformative opportunity. Come and encounter the love of God and step into your true identity as sons & daughters of God! Messenger Youth Camp will equip you with tools to grow in your relationship with God and train you to become a messenger for the Gospel!
Singles
Pizza and Game Night
Friday, April 26 // 6:00PM // Room 216
Suggested $5 donation
Midwest Christian Singles Retreat
April 26-28 // Stone Castle Hotel and Convention Center, Branson, MO
Cost: $198. Registration deadline is April 10. Sign up to carpool. Download flyer for more information.
Bike Club at Sedgwick County Park
Saturday, April 27 // 10:00AM
Meet at south entrance at 10:00am.
Table Talk: Dairy Queen
Sunday, April 28 // After Church // 7777 W Maple St
“Unsung Hero” Movie
Wednesday, May 1 // 6:30PM // Northrock Theater
Buy ticket by Sunday April 28. General, $12; Seniors, $10.50.
SOS
Saturday, May 4 // 8:30aM-Noon
We will meet at His Helping Hands, 1441 E. 37th St. N. Sign up to serve.
Table Talk: Applebee’s
Sunday, May 5 // After Church // 320 S Ridge Rd
Meet after church for lunch.
Mexican Game Night
Friday, May 10 // 6:00PM // Room 216
Sign up to bring something.
Bike Club at Sedgwick County Park
Saturday, May 11 // 10:00AM
Meet at south entrance at 10:00am.
Table Talk: Taco Shop
Sunday, May 12 // After Church // 601 N West St
Meet after church for lunch.
Mediterranean Food Festival
Saturday, May 18 // 2:00PM
Eat together at St. Mary Orthodox Christian Church, 344 S. Martinson, Wichita, KS 67213.
Singles, It’s Ok to Laugh! Comedy Night with Kris Swiatocho
Saturday, May 18 // 7:00PM // Room 215
Enjoy our Sundae Bar. A love offering will be taken.
Table Talk: Hog Wild
Sunday, May 19 // After Church // 233 S West St
Meet after church for lunch.
Bike Club at Sedgwick County Park
Saturday, May 25 // 10:00AM
Meet at south entrance at 10:00am.
Table Talk: Emperor’s Grill
Sunday, May 26 // After Church // 7825 W Maple St
Meet after church for lunch.