Read the Bible with us!
We believe that the bible tells the one true story of the world - a story that leads to Jesus. And since at Central, Jesus is central, it means that it's well worth reading. But we know that reading the bible can be pretty tough - so why not do it with us, and stick to a plan?!? That's what we're doing in 2024, and we invite you to do with us. Check out the plan, insights, resources, and more at the link below.
Talking About on Sundays
Be My Witnesses
Now that Jesus has unleashed his Spirit on us, he has a job for us to do: to 'be my witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.' We've talked about what it means to 'be a witness' - but what does it look like for us? In our 'Jerusalem'? What is our 'Jerusalem'? And what and where and who is our Judea? And how should we think about our Samaria? And what does 'ends of the earth' mean for us today on this side of the earth? This is what we're going to take a close - and very practical - look at as we go through our new series called 'Be My Witnesses', this April and May. We hope that you can join us!
Our Most Recent Sermons
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April 21, 2024
Series: Be My Witnesses
We are called by Jesus to be his witnesses: to point other people to Jesus with all of our lives. In this message, we explore how we can do that in our “Jerusalem” – in the place we already are, the situations we are already in, and with the people we already know. Check out this very practical and challenging message!
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April 14, 2024
Series: Forever
In today’s message, we wrap up the Forever series and pull all of the threads from the series together. This final day is a big one – the day of Pentecost – when God pours out His Spirit and launches the world-wide Jesus movement that continues today. Check it out!
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April 7, 2024
Series: Forever
Speaker: Matt Agresti
Topic: Ascension , Freedom , God With Us , Redemption , Resurrection
Book: 1 John
Where is Jesus now? This question is answered by something called “the Ascension”. He is ‘ascended’ to the right hand of God – with all authority in heaven and on earth. He is, as King, in charge! But what does the Ascension mean for us? Let’s get into it!
A bit about us
Who are we?
Central Baptist Church is an intergenerational congregation in the heart of Atlantic Highlands, NJ – that has been here for over 125 years. We are not a perfect people, but we’re a warm, kind, and generous community. We’d love for you to join us and ‘come and see’ for yourself.
We blend contemporary and traditional elements of worship into our services; preserving our faith history while embracing new traditions in worship. We love kids, and are excited to be growing our kids programs. We are affiliated with the American Baptist Churches – New Jersey and the American Baptist Churches – USA.
What matters here?
What is ‘central’ at Central? Jesus. He is our center, as we seek to live our lives by faith in him, to be known by the way we love like him, and to echo him by being a voice of hope in the world. This is what matters here at Central.
Why are we here?
We are here because we believe that Jesus Christ is the hope of the world – a world that God so deeply and profoundly loves – and through churches like ours, God shares his love with the world. So we are here to share his love, to bear witness to his amazing grace, and as he calls us to, to love our neighbors.
CENTRAL LEARNS
Central Learns is an after school program that we are excited to launch, providing space for kids K-12 to come and get homework help, tutoring, and enrichment by former educators and other skilled volunteers. Starting in February of 2024, it is every Wednesday from 3-5PM, and is free for all. Register and find out more details using the link below.
Upcoming Events
Central Happenings
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Come to the Feast
As you may or may not know, this Sunday is the next “ABCNJ North Shore Rally”. 'What
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Reminder: People are Great
On Monday, I was reminded of something that we all need to be reminded of at times: People
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The Value of Light
By Rebecca DeLucia, Next Generation Pastor Over spring break last week my 5
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A New Dawn
Hello! I hope you’re staying dry and cheery in a week that is wet and dreary (ok,
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Maundy Thursday Reflections
A guest blog by Shawn Blythe The events of the Thursday before the crucifixion centered around the Passover
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Easter is (Almost) Here!
Well, it’s here: Easter week! We had a great Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt on Sunday.