Frequently Asked Questions

Central is a non-denominational, independent Christian church. This means there’s no headquarters or denominational office where leaders lead the church from the outside. Central is led by leaders from within the church. 

Nationally, there are over 6,000 churches similar to Central with over 1.5 million members.

You can expect engaging songs aimed at glorifying God. You can expect to hear a compelling sermon with a strong Biblical foundation and a focus on the Gospel. You can expect times of prayer and encouragement with others seeking God. 

We value truth over trend, authenticity over performance, relationship over results, excellence over perfection, relevance over tradition, creativity over complacency, and Christ above all else.

Sunday morning service is at 10:30am.

Sunday adult bible study is at 9:15am.

Wednesday night bible study is at 6:30pm.

The church is located at 2020 Johnson Road, Granite City, IL 62040 (next to Frohardt School).

The main parking lot is located in the back of the church. Parking is also available in the lot next door at Frohardt School. Enter the building at either the north or south worship entrance doors.

Central loves kids, and loves to teach all ages about God and His redemptive plan through His only Son Jesus Christ. We have a wonderful nursery for you and your littlest ones, as well as Pre-K through Upper Elementary classes. 

Sunday School is at 9:15am and ends around 10:15am. Adults pick their kids up from Sunday School class and attend the main worship service together at 10:30am. 

After a time of worshiping together, the kids will be dismissed where they will follow the children’s ministry teachers in the back of the Worship Center to their classes.

For those arriving without kids, please enter through the north or south worship entrances. Make your way to the worship center and make yourself at home.

Wear what you’ll be comfortable wearing. Dress is relaxed and casual, and that means everybody, from our staff and volunteers to those attending services. Whether you come in a three-piece suit or jeans and a t-shirt, there is no dress code for our worship services–we just want to see you here! 

We do ask that your clothing choice is respectful of others regarding modesty and not distracting to anyone’s worship experience.