First Time Guests:

We want anyone who is visiting Center Church to feel comfortable at all times. Our members will be happy to answer your questions and give directions at any time when you visit on Sunday morning.

Guest Questions:

Sunday School

Sunday School

We have Sunday school for all ages. Sunday school is from 10:15-11:05 a.m. If you are interested in a class and would like more information, contact Tammy Bow in the church office or see an usher after service

Youth Group

Youth Group

Our Youth Group meets on Sunday evenings from 5:00-7:30 p.m. in the Youth Room upstairs. Youth Group is for students in grades 6th-12th. They eat dinner, have a lesson, and play games almost every Sunday.

Bible Studies

Bible Studies

We have several Bible Studies that meet throughout the week. We have more information under our Bible Studies page. If you have questions, please contact our office manager, Tammy Bow, at 317-784-1101 or info@centerchurchindy.org.

Adventure Kids

Adventure Kids

Kids aged 4 years to 4th grade can attend their own worship service downstairs in the children's wing during either of the adult services. Parents are asked to accompany their children downstairs to check them in at the check-in station.

Nursery

Nursery

Our nursery is located on the lower level children's area.

Visitor Parking

Visitor Parking

We have several visitor parking spaces in our lot close to all of the entrances. Look for the visitor signs or visitor spaces.

What We Believe:

ABOUT GOD

God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three personalities: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God.

Genesis 1:1,26,27, 3:22; Psalms 90:2; Matthew 28:19; 1 Peter 1:2; 2 Corinthians 13:14

ABOUT JESUS CHRIST

Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on a cross. He arose from he dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven's glory and will return again someday to earth to reign as King of Kings, and Lord of Lords.

Matthew 1:22, 23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5; 14:10-30; Hebrews 4:14,15: 1 Corinthians 15:3,4; Romans 1:3,4: Acts 1:9-11; 1 Timothy 6:14,15; Titus 2:13

ABOUT THE HOLY SPIRIT

The Holy Spirit is co-equal with the Father and the Son of God. He is present in the world to make men aware of their ned for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. He gives every believer a spiritual life when they are saved. As Christians, we seek to live under His control daily.

2 Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7-13, 14:16.17; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 2:12, 3:16; Ephesians 1:13; Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 5:18 

ABOUT THE BIBLE

The Bible is God's Word to us. It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is the truth without any moisture of error.

2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20,21; 2 Timothy 1:13; Psalms 119:105, 160, 12:6; Proverbs 30:5

ABOUT HUMAN BEINGS

People are made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character. People are the supreme object of God's creation. Although every person has tremendous potential for good, all of us are marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called "sin". This attitude separates people from God and causes many problems in life.

Genesis 1:27; Psalms 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6a; Romans 3:23; Isaiah 59:1,2 

ABOUT SALVATION

Salvation is God's free gift to use but we must accept it. We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God's offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin's penalty. When we turn from our self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith we are saved. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith.

Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8,9; John 14:6, 1:12; Titus 3:5; Galatians 3:26, Romans 5:17

ABOUT ETERNAL SECURITY

We believe that one can have a "blessed assurance" of their salvation, yet we also believe that one can fall away from God and lose the precious gift of salvation. Salvation takes work and attention. Faith is an active, living thing.

Philippians 2:12; Hebrews 6:1-6; 1 Peter 1:3-5

ABOUT ETERNITY

People were created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from God by sin, or eternally with God through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is Hell. To be eternally in union with Him is eternal life. Heaven and Hell are real places of eternal existence.

John 3:16; John 14:17; Romans 6:23, 8:17-18; Revelation 20:15; 1 Corinthians 2:7-9

Our Lifestyle Statement:

What we Practice: Beliefs are not worth much unless they are translated into actions.

Based on what the Bible teachers, we feel very strongly about the following six practices:

BIBLE AS OUR SOLE AUTHORITY

Since God's Word is the only completely reliable and truthful authority, we accept the Bible as our manual for living. Our first question when faced with a decision is "What does the Bible say?" We practice daily Bible reading, Bible study, and Bible memorization. The Bible is the basis for all we believe.

"The whole Bible was given to us by inspiration from God and is useful to teach us what is true and make us realize what is wrong in our lives; it straightens us out and helps us to do what is right." 2 Timothy 3:15

PRIESTHOOD OF EVERY BELIEVER

The Bible teaches that every Christian is called to "full time" Christian service, regardless of his or her vocation. We practice the truth that every believer is a minister by encouraging every member to find a place of service and ministry. Every believer has direct access to God through prayer and Bible reading.

"Christ loves us, and by His death He has freed us from our sins and made us a Kingdom of priests to serve God. . ." Revelations 1:6 (GN) "You are . . .the Kind's priests. . .God's own people, chosen to proclaim the wonderful acts of God." 1 Peter 2:9 (GN)

TITHING

At Center we practice tithing for the support of Christ's body, the church, as God commands. We recognize that giving 10% of our income is the Biblical standard of giving.

"A tithe of every you produce belongs to the Lord; it is holy to the Lord." Leviticus 26:30

BAPTISM

We traditionally practice baptism by sprinkling. We do not believe the amount of water is important-instead we believe what happens in the heart of the believer, is.

"For when you were baptized, you were buried with Christ, and in baptism you were also raised with Christ. . ." Colossians 2:12 (GN)

LIVING BY THE SPIRIT

We believe the only way possible to live the Christian life is by God's power within us. So we seek to practice a daily dependence on God's Spirit to enable us to do what is right. (Philippians 2:13, Ephesians 5:18)

(Jesus said), "I am the Vine, you are the branches. If you abide in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; but apart from me you can do nothing." John 15:5

SHARING JESUS WITH OTHERS

It is the responsibility of every Christian to share the Good News with those with whom God brings us into contact. We practice personal sharing about Christ and inviting friends to church.

"Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have." 1 Peter 3:15

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Worship Times

9 a.m. Traditional Service, Sanctuary

10:15 a.m. Sunday School

11:15 a.m. Contemporary Service, Great Hall

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