2024 Palm Sunday Cantata
We apologize for the disruption in the live stream of our Cantata during the Palm Sunday Service. This video is the entire Cantata uninterrupted for you enjoyment.
Testament of Praise: A Celebration of Faith
Words by Charles Wesley & Music by Joseph M. Martin
Christian Copyright Solutions #: 1668445
Soprano: Tenor:
Dawn Gutierrez David Davis
Angela Murphree Cole Earl
Brenda Murphree Jagger Pennell
Zoila Speer Bob Thurman
MaKenna Wagnon Reya Vaughan
Veronika Yerina
Alto: Bass:
Janet Copeland Josiah Bojanowski
Irelynn Holst Ryan Musser
Cheryl Horton Andrew Ramirez
Mollie Scher
Gwen Thomas
Dorothy Thurman
Violin I: Kirsten Weiss Violin II: Grace Cavett
Viola: Kayla Ginnings Cello: Jessica Hunt
Oboe: Amanda Miles Clarinet: Marilyn Ferguson
Bassoon: Cale Slavens Horn: Derek Crockett
Harp: Kristin Gram Timpani: Dorothy Thurman
Percussion: David Nace Piano: Vicky Claborn
Narrator: Ray Lowry Choir Director: Marvin Murphree
Countdown, Backgrounds and Motions are from MotionWorship.com
Testament of Praise: A Celebration of Faith
Words by Charles Wesley & Music by Joseph M. Martin
Christian Copyright Solutions #: 1668445
Soprano: Tenor:
Dawn Gutierrez David Davis
Angela Murphree Cole Earl
Brenda Murphree Jagger Pennell
Zoila Speer Bob Thurman
MaKenna Wagnon Reya Vaughan
Veronika Yerina
Alto: Bass:
Janet Copeland Josiah Bojanowski
Irelynn Holst Ryan Musser
Cheryl Horton Andrew Ramirez
Mollie Scher
Gwen Thomas
Dorothy Thurman
Violin I: Kirsten Weiss Violin II: Grace Cavett
Viola: Kayla Ginnings Cello: Jessica Hunt
Oboe: Amanda Miles Clarinet: Marilyn Ferguson
Bassoon: Cale Slavens Horn: Derek Crockett
Harp: Kristin Gram Timpani: Dorothy Thurman
Percussion: David Nace Piano: Vicky Claborn
Narrator: Ray Lowry Choir Director: Marvin Murphree
Countdown, Backgrounds and Motions are from MotionWorship.com
This debut promises an extraordinary blend of expertise, passion, and artistry. Don't miss the chance to witness the harmonious collaboration of Betsy Nace and Kristin Gram, creating an unforgettable musical experience at 3:00 p.m., February, 4 at Central Christian Church, 1475 N. Washington in Springfield, MO. Admission is free and the public is invited.
This month our Tuesday will be November 21st and we will need your help.
If you can help prepare the meal, get the meal ready to transport, help transport the meal to Grace, serve the meal, or help us clean up, it would be greatly appreciated. There are many different aspects that go into following Jesus’ example when he said, “I do not want to send them away hungry, for they might faint on the way.” (Matt. 15:32), and if you could help with any of them it would be much needed and welcome.
There is also a list on the desk outside the church office with needed items for the meal where you can sign up to help bring/donate things that will be needed for this meal. You can also contact the church office to get more information about our Love Thy Neighbor Tuesday meals.
If you can help prepare the meal, get the meal ready to transport, help transport the meal to Grace, serve the meal, or help us clean up, it would be greatly appreciated. There are many different aspects that go into following Jesus’ example when he said, “I do not want to send them away hungry, for they might faint on the way.” (Matt. 15:32), and if you could help with any of them it would be much needed and welcome.
There is also a list on the desk outside the church office with needed items for the meal where you can sign up to help bring/donate things that will be needed for this meal. You can also contact the church office to get more information about our Love Thy Neighbor Tuesday meals.
MTCS Concert Postponed
The organ blower motor on our pipe-organ has decided it was time to call it quits. The blower and motor that makes it turn provided the air from which the pipes sound. No air, no sound, no concert. We are in the process of getting information about the blower and will let everyone know of the details as soon as we know.
We WILL reschedule the concert after the first of the year.
On Tuesday, September 19th it will be our turn to serve our unsheltered neighbors a meal, starting at 5:30pm.
We always welcome any, and all, volunteers who would like to help us put together the meals, serve the meals, and clean up afterwards. It is never an easy job, but it is rewarding to share what we have with those in our neighborhood who are in need. We follow the words in Matthew 25:35, where Jesus told to the disciples on Mount Olive:
“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me,”
We invite you to come and help us to fulfill Jesus’ words to all the world.
We always welcome any, and all, volunteers who would like to help us put together the meals, serve the meals, and clean up afterwards. It is never an easy job, but it is rewarding to share what we have with those in our neighborhood who are in need. We follow the words in Matthew 25:35, where Jesus told to the disciples on Mount Olive:
“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me,”
We invite you to come and help us to fulfill Jesus’ words to all the world.
To give to Week of Compassion, click on the image.
When there use the drop down in the fund box to choose Week of Compassion.
When there use the drop down in the fund box to choose Week of Compassion.
We will be helping our neighbors by serving food at
Grace United Methodist Church on Tuesday, February 21st
If you are able to help with the preparation, packing, transportation, or serving please let the church office know our your availability. We are always looking for volunteers to help our friends in the neighborhood and all God's children.
Grace United Methodist Church on Tuesday, February 21st
If you are able to help with the preparation, packing, transportation, or serving please let the church office know our your availability. We are always looking for volunteers to help our friends in the neighborhood and all God's children.
We will be helping our neighbors by serving food at
Grace United Methodist Church on Tuesday, January 17th.
Grace United Methodist Church on Tuesday, January 17th.
If you are able to help with the preparation, packing, transportation, or serving please let the church office know our your availability. We are always looking for volunteers to help our friends in the neighborhood and all God's children.
Ozark Food Harvest -
2022 Lenten Fish Drive
This Lenten Season, Central Christian Church will join with Ozarks Food Harvest from March 13 – April 24 with the annual Lenten Fish Drive. In 2015, the community began “fishing” for struggling families and neighbors through a food drive that collects high-protein fish products during Lent.
Collected fish items will benefit the one in five children and one in seven adults who face food insecurity in the Ozarks. Fish contains many nutrients and has a high protein value, and it is requested by many people who receive food assistance through our network of 270 hunger-relief partners.
If you would like to donate online, please click on the 'Online Giving' tab above and follow the instructions.
Mid-Town Concert Series -
KRISTINE HARRIS & MELINDA SMASHEY JONES IN CONCERT
The Mid-Town Concert Series, a ministry of Central Christian Church presents Dr. Kristine Harris, trumpet, and Dr. Melinda Smashey Jones, piano, in a joint performance on Sunday, April 3, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. Dr. Harris is on the faculty of the Ozarks Technical Community College and holds the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in trumpet performance from Ball State University. Dr. Jones is a professor of music at Southwest Baptist University and the pianist for the Springfield Symphony Orchestra and Ozarks Lyric Opera.
Mid-Town Concert Series
March 6, 2022 at 3:00PM
The Mid-Town Concert Series, a ministry of Central Christian Church presents pianist Matthew Bengtson in concert on Sunday, March 6, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. Dr. Bengtson is an assistant professor of piano literature at the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor. He studied piano as an undergraduate at Harvard University and completed both the Master of Music and Doctor of Musical Arts degrees in piano performance at the Peabody Conservatory of Music. Dr. Bengtson will perform works by Liszt, Ravel, Fauré, Franck, and Luke Carlson, an assistant professor of music theory & composition at College of the Ozarks.