September 11, 2025

Dear Central Church, 

One of the greatest truths of the gospel is that God has not only saved us, but He has also called us into His mission. Every believer is uniquely gifted by the Spirit, and every gift matters. You are not here by accident—you are part of the body of Christ, and the body works best when every part is active and engaged.

At our church, we talk about our core value of Purposeful Mission: putting God’s love into action. That’s not just a slogan—it’s a calling. God’s mission for us is clear: to make Christ-like disciples in our community and for our community. That means each of us has a role to play. Some may serve by teaching, others by caring, others by organizing, others by showing hospitality—but together, we reflect the love of Christ to our neighbors.

This Sunday, you’ll have a special opportunity to discover where you can step in. After both of our morning services, we’ll be hosting our Ministry Fair. There you can learn about the many ways you can put your faith into action—whether it’s serving kids, greeting guests, leading groups, helping behind the scenes, or supporting local outreach.

I want to encourage you: don’t just be a spectator in the stands. Get on the field. Ministry is not for a select few; it’s for all of us. Imagine the difference we can make if each person says “yes” to God’s call to serve.

I’m praying for you this week, that God will stir your heart and show you the place He’s calling you to step into. Together, let’s live with Purposeful Mission, putting His love into action right here and now.

Until He’s Finished,
Pastor Mark