* Spring Forward this weekend! - Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead one hour when you go to bed Saturday night – You won’t want to be late to church on Sunday!

* Sunday Morning Services this week - Pastor Jeff continues chapter two of The Thread series in both morning services this week with a message called “The Tabernacle.” Make your plans now to attend – services are at 9 and 10:30a! Also, while you’re here, be sure to walk through a replica of the Tabernacle located in the lower foyer.

* Sunday Evening Service - This Sunday evening service will begin at 6p with a time of prayer followed by a study in the Word!

* Easter Flowers - It’s time to order Easter flowers! You may place an order at the Connect Counter this Sunday, March 10 and Sunday, March 17. It has become a tradition for many in our church family to purchase flowers in memory of someone special. You may choose from tulips, hyacinths and lilies.

* Easter Candy Donations - We need your help to make this year’s Kids’ Easter Celebration a success. Candy receptacles are located at both main entrances of the lower foyer. We need individually wrapped candy for everything from stuffing eggs to carnival games.

* Softball Sign Up - This is the last Sunday to sign up for the softball team. The season begins the first week of April. Sign up at the designated table in the lower foyer this Sunday!

The Thread continues!

* The Thread – Throughout the year on Sunday mornings at Central Assembly, the messages will trace “The Thread” of God’s amazing story conveyed in His Word. While the Bible is full of many great lessons, principles, and commandments, there still is a major story woven in its pages and the messages will focus on the various aspects of God’s ultimate narrative.

* The Thread…Blog - The Thread…Daily! is the blog home for 2013 daily journey through God’s Word with the Central Assembly staff, family and friends as they read through the Bible from Genesis through Revelation.

* The Thread…Daily Emails - Looking to receive The Thread…Daily in your e-mail inbox? In addition following the blog and subscribing to the RSS, you can join the Central Assembly Group in the Online Directory, where doing so will also put you on the list to receive the daily email.

* The Thread…Facebook Group - Looking to engage in The Thread conversation on Facebook? You can find The Thread Group here!

* Get the Sunday morning service notes online - Each week, the Sunday morning service notes are available on Youversion.

Looking to get this Sunday’s bulletin ahead of everyone else? Look no further - here you go!

“Service of Shadows” Good Friday Service – Friday, March 29, 7:00 pm

Reflect and Rejoice – The Church has practiced the Service of Shadows since
medieval times. Once a service for the monastic community, this practice later
became an important part of worship during Holy Week. We join Christians of
many generations throughout the world in using the Good Friday service as a
time of reflection on the suffering and death of Christ and how that relates to our
redemption in Christ.

The Service of Shadows is a prolonged meditation on Christ’s suffering.
Readings and music trace the story of Christ’s passion and pathos. The power
of silence and darkness suggests the drama of this momentous day. As the
lights are extinguished, we ponder the depth of Christ’s suffering and death; and
through the return of the small but persistent flame of the Christ candle at the
conclusion of the service, we anticipate the joy of ultimate victory.

The victory will be celebrated then, on Easter morning as we rejoice in
worshiping our resurrected Lord and Savior! Please join us for both of these
uniquely contrasting services culminating the Week of Passion.

Kids Easter Celebration – Saturday, March 30, 9:30-11:30 am.

Come and have fun at the Kids Easter Celebration in the Fusion Center north parking lot. There
will be games, inflatables, candy and more. There will be an Easter Egg Hunt for
ages 0-5 years old. The Fusion Center is across Campbell Street from the main
church building.

Easter Service – Sunday, March 31, 9:00 and 10:30 am – Easter Sunday!

Come and worship with us as we celebrate Christ’s resurrection with Handel’s
Hallelujah Chorus, Were You There, and much more music. A special message
of hope from Pastor Jeff Peterson will complete the celebration.

We sincerely hope you consider Central Assembly in your Easter plans! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church offices at 417.866.5013.

Due to the inclement weather in the Ozarks, the following activities have been canceled for this evening, Tuesday, February 26, 2013:

Celebrate Recovery

Women’s Bible Study (Beth Moore)

Young Adult Women’s Bible Study

Many blessings and please be safe!

* Sunday Morning Services this week - Pastor Jeff continues chapter two of The Thread series in both morning services this week with a message called “The Law.” Make your plans now to attend – services are at 9 and 10:30a!

* Sunday Evening Special Services - This Sunday evening will be a unique opportunity for you to connect others for a gender-specific time of friendship, inspiration and fellowship! Women will meet in the Multipurpose Hall and men will meet in the chapel for themed messages. Both services are at 6p, and children’s services will also be available. Make your plans now to attend!

* Easter Flowers - It’s almost time to order Easter flowers! You may place an order at the Connect Counter starting Sunday, March 3 through March 17. It has become a tradition for many in our church family to purchase flowers in memory of someone special. You may choose from tulips, hyacinths and lilies.

* Easter Candy Donations - We need your help to make this year’s Kids’ Easter Celebration a success. Starting Sunday, March 3, we will collect candy at the drop-off locations at both main entrances of the foyer. We need individually wrapped candy for everything from stuffing eggs to carnival games.

The Thread continues!

* The Thread – Throughout the year on Sunday mornings at Central Assembly, the messages will trace “The Thread” of God’s amazing story conveyed in His Word. While the Bible is full of many great lessons, principles, and commandments, there still is a major story woven in its pages and the messages will focus on the various aspects of God’s ultimate narrative.

* The Thread…Blog - The Thread…Daily! is the blog home for 2013 daily journey through God’s Word with the Central Assembly staff, family and friends as they read through the Bible from Genesis through Revelation.

* The Thread…Daily Emails - Looking to receive The Thread…Daily in your e-mail inbox? In addition following the blog and subscribing to the RSS, you can join the Central Assembly Group in the Online Directory, where doing so will also put you on the list to receive the daily email.

* The Thread…Facebook Group - Looking to engage in The Thread conversation on Facebook? You can find The Thread Group here!

* Get the Sunday morning service notes online - Each week, the Sunday morning service notes are available on Youversion.

Looking to get this Sunday’s bulletin ahead of everyone else? Look no further - here you go!

* Sunday Morning Services this week - Pastor Jeff continues The Thread series and starts chapter two this week with a sub series called “Israel: God’s Choice” in both morning services this week with a message called “Passover.” Make your plans now to attend – services are at 9 and 10:30a!

* Sunday Morning Special Offering - This Sunday in both services, there will be a special offering collected for the roof replacement!

* Sunday Evening Prayer Service - Sunday evening services at Central Assembly place an emphasis on prayer, followed by a teaching from Pastor Jeff. Service begins at 6p and will conclude by 7:15p.

* Community Engagement Day  Saturday, February 9 - Once again, it’s our privilege to serve our neighbors tomorrow morning (Saturday, February 9) with our Food Pantry, Oil Change for Single Moms, and Neighborhood Projects. If you signed up to help, don’t forget: Oil changes start at 8:45a and the Food Pantry starts at 9:45a. If you didn’t sign up to help, you’re still welcome to come and help – just check in with volunteers at registration table when you arrive!

* Annual  Business Meeting NEXT WEEK - Our annual business meeting will be next Sunday, February 17, at 6p in the sanctuary. This will be in lieu of the Sunday evening service that night.

* The Thread – Throughout the year on Sunday mornings at Central Assembly, the messages will trace “The Thread” of God’s amazing story conveyed in His Word. While the Bible is full of many great lessons, principles, and commandments, there still is a major story woven in its pages and the messages will focus on the various aspects of God’s ultimate narrative.

* The Thread…Blog - The Thread…Daily! is the blog home for 2013 daily journey through God’s Word with the Central Assembly staff, family and friends as they read through the Bible from Genesis through Revelation.

* The Thread…Daily Emails - Looking to receive The Thread…Daily in your e-mail inbox? In addition following the blog and subscribing to the RSS, you can join the Central Assembly Group in the Online Directory, where doing so will also put you on the list to receive the daily email.

* The Thread…Facebook Group - Looking to engage in The Thread conversation on Facebook? You can find The Thread Group here!

* Get the Sunday morning service notes online - Each week, the Sunday morning service notes are available on Youversion.

Looking to get this Sunday’s bulletin ahead of everyone else? Look no further - here you go!

* Sunday Morning Services this week - Pastor Jeff continues The Thread series with “Origins: God’s Design” in both morning services this week with a message called “God of Promise.” Make your plans now to attend – services are at 9 and 10:30a!

* Sunday Evening Prayer Service - Sunday evening services at Central Assembly place an emphasis on prayer, followed by a teaching from Pastor Jeff. Service begins at 6p and will conclude by 7:15p.

* Community Engagement Day Next Saturday - Once again, it’s our privilege to serve our neighbors next Saturday (February 9) with our Food Pantry, Oil Change for Single Moms, and Neighborhood Projects. If you are interested in participating, you can sign up in this week’s bulletin.

* Annual  Business Meeting Approaching - Our annual business meeting will be Sunday, February 17, at 6p in the sanctuary. This will be in lieu of the Sunday evening service that night.

* The Thread – Throughout the year on Sunday mornings at Central Assembly, the messages will trace “The Thread” of God’s amazing story conveyed in His Word. While the Bible is full of many great lessons, principles, and commandments, there still is a major story woven in its pages and the messages will focus on the various aspects of God’s ultimate narrative.

* The Thread…Blog - The Thread…Daily! is the blog home for 2013 daily journey through God’s Word with the Central Assembly staff, family and friends as they read through the Bible from Genesis through Revelation.

* The Thread…Daily Emails - Looking to receive The Thread…Daily in your e-mail inbox? In addition following the blog and subscribing to the RSS, you can join the Central Assembly Group in the Online Directory, where doing so will also put you on the list to receive the daily email.

* The Thread…Facebook Group - Looking to engage in The Thread conversation on Facebook? You can find The Thread Group here!

* Get the Sunday morning service notes online - Each week, the Sunday morning service notes are available on Youversion.

Looking to get this Sunday’s bulletin ahead of everyone else? Look no further - here you go!

* Moldova Mission Trip - A great missions opportunity awaits you as Central Assembly partners with Convoy of Hope Europe and ministers in Moldova this June!  While there, we’re looking to minister in communities where there is currently no solid evangelical church presence.  Also, ministry will be tailored around our team that assembles – so your specific gifts will have a direct impact on our outreach!  There will be a definite focus throughout the week on reaching out to the community, with the intent of a small Convoy of Hope outreach event on Saturday and an outreach-focused church service on Sunday.

The dates for the missions trip are Sunday, June 9 – Tuesday, June 18, and will cost approximately $2,700/person.  Additional details will be given at an informational meeting this Sunday night at 5p in Room 222.

* Sunday Morning Services this week - Pastor Jeff continues The Thread series with “Origins: God’s Design” in both morning services this week with a message called “Paradise Lost.” Make your plans now to attend – services are at 9 and 10:30a!

* Water Baptism Class This Sunday - This class is required if you want to be baptized in water at Central Assembly. Adults will meet at 5p and children will meet at 5:30p, with both meetings happening in the Choir Room.

* Membership Class This Sunday - If you pre-registered for this class, join us at 6p in the Chapel. The class is for everyone who wants to explore membership.

* Sunday Evening Prayer Service - Sunday evening services at Central Assembly place an emphasis on prayer, followed by a teaching from Pastor Jeff. Service begins at 6p and will conclude by 7:15p.

* The Thread – Throughout the year on Sunday mornings at Central Assembly, the messages will trace “The Thread” of God’s amazing story conveyed in His Word. While the Bible is full of many great lessons, principles, and commandments, there still is a major story woven in its pages and the messages will focus on the various aspects of God’s ultimate narrative.

* The Thread…Blog - The Thread…Daily! is the blog home for 2013 daily journey through God’s Word with the Central Assembly staff, family and friends as they read through the Bible from Genesis through Revelation.

* The Thread…Daily Emails - Looking to receive The Thread…Daily in your e-mail inbox? In addition following the blog and subscribing to the RSS, you can join the Central Assembly Group in the Online Directory, where doing so will also put you on the list to receive the daily email.

* The Thread…Facebook Group - Looking to engage in The Thread conversation on Facebook? You can find The Thread Group here!

* Get the Sunday morning service notes online - Each week, the Sunday morning service notes are available on Youversion.

Looking to get this Sunday’s bulletin ahead of everyone else? Look no further - here you go!

Hello Central Family and Friends!

A great missions opportunity awaits you as Central Assembly partners with Convoy of Hope Europe and ministers in Moldova this June!  While there, we’re looking to minister in communities where there is currently no solid evangelical church presence.  Also, ministry will be tailored around our team that assembles – so your specific gifts will have a direct impact on our outreach!  There will be a definite focus throughout the week on reaching out to the community, with the intent of a small Convoy of Hope outreach event on Saturday and an outreach-focused church service on Sunday.

The dates for the missions trip are Sunday, June 9 – Tuesday, June 18, and will cost approximately $2,700/person.  Additional details will be given at an informational meeting this Sunday night at 5p in Room 222.

Hope to see you there,

Pastor Jeff

Are you new to Central Assembly and looking to get connected? Maybe you’ve been attending for a while and are looking to join a ministry team. This Sunday is the Spring 2013 Connect Sunday is your opportunity to learn about the many Connect Groups and Ministries available to you. Be sure to check your bulletin for the full listings and descriptions of this semester’s available groups and ministries. Be sure to visit the Connect Center (Room 123) to speak with a connector who will be able to answer any additional questions you may have or feel free to e-mail connect@centralassembly.org for additional information!

* The Thread – Throughout the year on Sunday mornings at Central Assembly, the messages will trace “The Thread” of God’s amazing story conveyed in His Word. While the Bible is full of many great lessons, principles, and commandments, there still is a major story woven in its pages and the messages will focus on the various aspects of God’s ultimate narrative.

* The Thread…Blog - The Thread…Daily! is the blog home for 2013 daily journey through God’s Word with the Central Assembly staff, family and friends as they read through the Bible from Genesis through Revelation.

* The Thread…Daily Emails - Looking to receive The Thread…Daily in your e-mail inbox? In addition following the blog and subscribing to the RSS, you can join the Central Assembly Group in the Online Directory, where doing so will also put you on the list to receive the daily email.

* The Thread…Facebook Group - Looking to engage in The Thread conversation on Facebook? You can find The Thread Group here!

* Sunday Morning Services this week - Pastor Jeff continues The Thread series with “Origins: God’s Design” in both morning services this week with a message called “The Image of God.” Be sure to invite a friend with you this Sunday as we start the journey through The Thread. Services are at 9 and 10:30a!

* Sunday Evening Prayer Service - Sunday evening services at Central Assembly will have a greater emphasis on prayer, followed by a teaching from Pastor Jeff. Service begins at 6p and will conclude by 7:15p. Make plans now to attend!

* Moldova Mission Trip - If you are interested in going on the Moldova Mission Trip, there will be an informational meeting NEXT SUNDAY, JANUARY 27 at 5p in Room 222.

* Get the Sunday morning service notes online - Each week, the Sunday morning service notes are available on Youversion.

Looking to get this Sunday’s bulletin ahead of everyone else? Look no further - here you go!

* The Thread – Throughout the year on Sunday mornings at Central Assembly, the messages will trace “The Thread” of God’s amazing story conveyed in His Word. While the Bible is full of many great lessons, principles, and commandments, there still is a major story woven in its pages and the messages will focus on the various aspects of God’s ultimate narrative.

* The Thread…Blog - The Thread…Daily! is the blog home for 2013 daily journey through God’s Word with the Central Assembly staff, family and friends as they read through the Bible from Genesis through Revelation.

* The Thread…Daily Emails – Looking to receive The Thread…Daily in your e-mail inbox? In addition following the blog and subscribing to the RSS, you can join the Central Assembly Group in the Online Directory, where doing so will also put you on the list to receive the daily email.

* The Thread…Facebook Group - Looking to engage in The Thread conversation on Facebook? You can find The Thread Group here!

* Sunday Morning Services this week - Pastor Jeff will start chapter one of The Thread series with “Origins: God’s Design” in both morning services this week. Be sure to invite a friend with you this Sunday as we start the journey through The Thread. Services are at 9 and 10:30a!

* Sunday Evening Prayer Service – Beginning this Sunday, Sunday evening services at Central Assembly will have a greater emphasis on prayer, followed by a teaching from Pastor Jeff. Service begins at 6p and will conclude by 7:15p. Make plans now to attend!

* Moldova Mission Trip - LIf you are interested in going on the Moldova Mission Trip, there will be an informational meeting NEXT SUNDAY, JANUARY 27 at 5p in Room 222.

* Get the Sunday morning service notes online - Each week, the Sunday morning service notes are available on Youversion.

Looking to get this Sunday’s bulletin ahead of everyone else? Look no further - here you go!