Relating to adult children is radically different than parenting school age kids.

• How do we do life with our adult kids?

• Is it possible to do too much for our adult children and end up hurting them and their future?

• Are we helping or enabling our adult child?

• How should parents respond when they experience rejection from their adult kids?

• What do we do when our adult kids choose values contrary to ours?

Jim Burns, founder of HomeWord ministries, has addressed these questions in his book “Doing Life with Your Adult Children: Keep your mouth shut and the welcome mat out.” We will watch a video of Jim Burns talking through the main principles laid out in his book. Then Pastor Tom will lead us through a large group discussion about the video. We will conclude with round table discussion and prayer.

This event is a 50+ seminar but all adults are welcome including parents of school age kids. Refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP HERE so we can plan accordingly.

Central Young Adults are back on Tuesday, October 21 with Part 4 of our fall series, Practicing the Way 🙌 It’s been such a meaningful journey together, and we can’t wait to keep pressing in. Join us Tuesday at 7pm at Connors Hill as we continue to learn, grow, and encourage each other.

 There will be snacks (obviously 😎), good conversation, and plenty of time to connect.

Bring your crew, bring your questions, and let’s grow together. Can’t wait to see you Tuesday night!

Questions? Talk to Graydon!

Join us on Saturday, October 18th from 10am to 1pm in the foyer at Connors Hill for the Central Art Group. Bring any art or craft project you are working on and share in fellowship as you do art together! Children are also welcome! This group is run by Steph Dalmer and Joy Pedersen. Please email Joy or Steph for more information and for future dates if interested.

This event is hosted at Connors Hill, but is open to all sites. You can also invite a friend!

Join us for a night of fun at the Sherwood Park site on October 17th from 7-9pm! Whether you prefer video games or board games, there’s something for everyone. Bring your friends, challenge each other, and enjoy a laid-back evening of games and friendly competition.

Join us on Tuesday, October 14th at 6:00 PM for a fun fall evening at the Edmonton Corn Maze (51529 Range Rd 262). 🌽 Please note: this is earlier than our normal meeting time since the maze closes at 8:00 PM. We’re meeting directly at the corn maze, so be sure to arrive on time. Tickets are $14 online or $15 at the gate, and you can grab yours ahead of time here.

Questions about Young Adults? Email Graydon.

On Friday, October 10, from 7-9pm, we will have our FIRST Site Night of the school year! Go to your site and join for a night of connection, diving into God's word, and fellowship.

Questions? Talk with Mike, Reg, or Jess.

Central Young Adults are back on Tuesday, October 7 with Part 3 of our fall series, Practicing the Way 🙌 It’s been such a meaningful journey together, and we can’t wait to keep pressing in. Join us Tuesday at 7pm at Connors Hill as we continue to learn, grow, and encourage each other.

 There will be snacks (obviously 😎), good conversation, and plenty of time to connect.

Bring your crew, bring your questions, and let’s grow together. Can’t wait to see you Tuesday night!

Questions? Talk to Graydon!

Our first G@P meeting of the year is coming up! Join us on Tuesday, October 7th at 7 pm at our Southeast site. Grant Hoffmann who is an accomplished musician and worship leader will start us off with music. Then Tara Giebelhaus and Crystal Putz will help us pray more effectively for our kids & grandkids. Come for the instruction, music and fellowship.

Join us on Saturday, October 4th from 10am to 1pm in the foyer at Connors Hill for the Central Art Group. Bring any art or craft project you are working on and share in fellowship as you do art together! Children are also welcome! This group is run by Steph Dalmer and Joy Pedersen. Please email Joy or Steph for more information and for future dates if interested.

This event is hosted at Connors Hill, but is open to all sites. You can also invite a friend!

On Friday, October 3, Central Youth will join with youth groups across Edmonton at Saints Church (Glastonbury Site) for a worship night. The 780 Rally nights are a neat way to connect with students and leaders from across Edmonton, worship the Lord, and see what He is doing throughout our city. Drop off and pick up will be at Saints Church Glastonbury.

To learn more about the 780 network of youth groups and further event details, visit their Instagram. For more information about Youth at Central, contact Mike, Reg, or Jess.

Join us for Echelon this fall for an 8-week journey through John Mark Comer’s Practicing the Way video series. Starting Wednesday, October 1st, from 6:30–8:00 PM, students will gather at one of our three sites for site-specific group discussions and accountability. Together, we’ll explore practical ways to follow Jesus and live out our faith in today’s world. Don’t miss this chance to grow with others and deepen your relationship with God!

Make sure to email Mike, Reg, or Jess if you’re interested in participating!

Hey Young Adults!

We’re bringing the heat — literally. We’re having YA Hot Ones Night happening Tuesday, September 30 at 7:00pm at Connors Hill.

Join us for a night of spicy wings and even spicier conversation as we tackle hot questions that matter to young adults. This week’s hot question: “Can a robot be my girlfriend?” 🤖 🌶️

Questions about Young Adults? Email Graydon.

The monthly Alberta Baptist Association’s Hymn Sing is happening Sunday, September 28th, and this time we are hosting! Join us at 6pm at the Connors Hill site together with churchgoers from around the city to sing hymns, with fellowship and refreshments to follow. Please bring something to share (sandwiches, desserts, etc.) We look forward to worshiping with you!

Come on out on Saturday, September 27 from 9am-1pm for a workday at McDougall where people of all ages can work together to help get this new site cleaned and decluttered! All ages are welcome, however, kids must help alongside their parents or another adult. If you are bringing kids, please list their ages on the RSVP.

We’re not sure at this point if we’ll be able provide cleaning supplies, so please bring what you have. A pair of gloves is recommended, and items like rags and buckets would be useful, too.

Please fill out the form HERE to let us know you are coming and how you are interested in helping!

Friday, September 26, all youth will meet at our Connors Hill Site for a Lumberjack Party! Dress as a lumberjack, and join us for games, fellowship, and fun. Afterward, we will head to Line and Nelson's for After Youth and snacks. Pickup will be at their place, keep an eye out for our email with the address and pickup time. Hope to see you there!

Questions about Youth? Talk with Mike, Reg, or Jess.

Alpha is a series of fun group conversation evenings with a great meal centred around exploring the big questions of life, spirituality, and faith in a laid-back and non-judgmental environment.

It’s for those who want to explore or are rethinking their faith. If you are curious, skeptical, or just have honest questions, bring them to Alpha and explore them with new friends!

Alpha will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 6:30-8pm starting September 24 and ending December 3. It will meet at the Connors Hill (9419 95 ST NW) site and is open to everyone.

To learn more about Alpha, click HERE or send questions to Pastor Greg.

Register to take Alpha HERE.

Central Young Adults are back this Tuesday at 7pm (Connors Hill) and ready to dive into part two of our fall series, Practicing the Way.

This week we’re tackling Session #2: Formation (Part One). Here’s the big idea: whether we notice it or not, something is always shaping us. Culture, habits, routines, voices around us — all of it forms who we’re becoming. Jesus invites us into a different way of life — one where our daily practices actually shape us to look more like Him.

Bring your crew, bring your questions, and let’s grow together. Can’t wait to see you Tuesday night!

Questions? Talk to Graydon!

Hey Grade 5 & 6 kids! Bring your friends and join us for an evening of games and s'mores at The Seutter's Farm (aka Bretona Farm - 51328 Range Road 233, Sherwood Park, AB) on Saturday, September 20 from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Remember to dress for the weather. 

Please register your Grade 5,6 child and their Grade 5,6 friends for this event by filling out THIS FORM for each child!

In the event of inclement weather, we will meet at the Southeast Site for a PJ Movie Party!

White Cross is a Christian humanitarian organization that provides medical supplies and relief goods to hospitals, health centres and rest houses in West Africa, with a primary focus on Cameroon and Nigeria. This ministry is a critically-important source of bandages, baby items, medical equipment and other critical supplies, and we would love your help!

Join us for our first meeting of the ministry year on Monday, September 15th from 9:30am-12pm at Connors Hill as we spend time together building relationships and helping those less fortunate.

Questions? Contact Lorne Funk (780.909.7116, lmfunk@telus.net).

On Sunday, September 14, at Southeast AND Sherwood Park between the 9am and 11am services, join us to hear about the youth year we have ahead, our team, and the intended schedule for the upcoming three months! We would love to see you there, whether your students are new to youth or seasoned veterans.

If you are at Connors Hill, during either the 9am or 11am service, make sure your youth go to the youth room! They'll have some time to get to know Reg and get connected with each other! There will be a parent meeting following BOTH services, so go to the youth room after the service to see your youth and hear Reg share about the youth year ahead.

To learn more about youth at your site, you can contact Mike, Reg, or Jess.

If you are an unmarried adult age 30-43 (if you’re 29 or 44, you’re still invited), join us on Saturday, September 13 from 1-4pm at Fort Edmonton Park (7000 143 St NW). We’ll meet out front before heading in. Once inside, it’s a choose-your-own-adventure!

It is recommended to get tickets ahead of time ($28/adult), and you are welcome to bring your kids, if needed. We’ll meet up rain or shine, so bring clothing appropriate for the forecast.

For more info, please contact Jaclyn at centralsocialclub@followingtogether.com or join our WhatsApp Group.

Join us on Wednesdays for 10:29! Beginning September 10th, we will gather together on Wednesdays at 10:29am in the Foyer at Connors Hill.

10:29, the senior adults (55+) Bible Study group, meets at Connors Hill and on Zoom and is open to any senior who is interested in growing their faith and experiencing community with other Christians. We will review the previous Sunday's message with some deeper study into the Bible passage. This will include some teaching time and room for discussion. We will end with some time to share updates and pray together.

Questions? Please contact Pastor Tom or the church office (780.466.7461).

Join us on Sunday, September 7th for our Fall Kickoff! This is one of our favourite times each year. It’s a chance to catch up with those you’ve missed throughout the summer, eat some food, participate in a worship service, and hear a bit about where we’re going as a church this year and how to get on board! We’ll have one short service at all three sites at 10am with a hot dog lunch to follow.

Join Central Youth Friday, September 5 from 7-9pm for a bonfire! This event will be low key with some snacks, a devo, and some games. Come on out and bring a friend as well!

This event is open to anyone that is going into Youth (Gr 7-12) and also for our recent grads.

The location for this event is the Archer’s house, so please contact Reg, Mike, or Jess for the address.

We hope to see you there!

Hey Young Adults!

We’re starting the fall off right with a YA Fall Kickoff Campfire Night happening Tuesday, September 2 at 7:00pm at Matthew’s house!

Here’s the plan:
🔥 Cozy campfire vibes
🎯 Lawn games (bring cornhole, ladderball, spikeball — whatever you’ve got!)
🍫 Snacks + hangs
🙌 Community to kick off the new season together

Email Graydon for the address.

Bring a lawn chair if you have one, grab your favorite yard game, and come ready to laugh, connect, and enjoy the night together. It’s going to be the perfect way to start the fall — don’t miss it!

Friday's bonfire is going to be hosted by the Dytiuk's! Click here for a pinned location with directions! Parents are invited to hang out together while the youth are busy playing crossnet, chatting about the summer, and hearing a testimony from Reg! Youth can bring a lawn chair to hang out around the fire pit!

This event is open to anyone that is going into Youth (Gr 7-12) and also for our recent grads.

We hope to see you there!

If you are an unmarried adult age 30-43 (if you’re 29 or 44, you’re still invited), join us on Saturday, August 16 from 6:30pm-sundown at Victoria Park for another potluck in the park! (Backup location in case of inclement weather: Connor Hill’s foyer.)

This is a casual potluck gathering with no ongoing commitment or set menu. If you have specific dietary needs, please bring your own meal to enjoy among friends. This is an opportunity to come together, share a meal, engage in conversation, and build fellowship with others in our church community.

For more info, please contact Jaclyn at centralsocialclub@followingtogether.com or join our WhatsApp Group. We hope to see you there!

Join us for our next Youth Bonfire on July 25th from 7-10pm at the Diewert's place (please contact Reg, Mike, or Jess for the address)! We will have lawn games like axe throwing (not real axes!), yard yatzhee, and more! Isaac, one of our SE youth leaders, will be sharing a short testimony about what God is doing in his life right now.

This event is open to anyone that is going into Youth (Gr 7-12) and also for our recent grads. You can also bring a friend!

We hope to see you there!

Hey YA’s! On Tuesday, July 22nd (NOTE THE NEW DATE), we’re continuing our series on Philippians — a short letter packed with joy, encouragement, and some seriously good truth for everyday life.

Whether you’ve read Philippians a bunch or it’s your first time, come ready to learn, laugh, and grow together. We’ll meet at Connors Hill from 7-9pm. Bring a Bible if you’ve got one, bring a friend, and bring your whole self!

Questions? Talk with Graydon.