en http://www.cccfw.org © Copyright 2000 - 2010Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=38 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=38&article_id=96 Barry, a long time member of Central, has served in many different leadership roles including three years as Chairman of the Board. He has also served as an interim Youth Minister and accepted the call to serve as Associate Minister in October 2008. Barry received his ministerial license from the Disciples of Christ denomination in May 2009. His desire is to encourage others to spiritual growth as they learn more about God. Barry graduated cum laude from Texas Wesleyan University with a BBA in Marketing, and attended graduate school at Texas A&M. He has been married to his college sweetheart, Karri, for 20 years and they have two wonderful children - Tabatha and Tristan. Tue, 20 Jul 2010 21:25:55 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=54 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=54&article_id=155 If you are looking for a positive environment where you can be yourself, talk about real issues and have fun... Come Check Us Out! 6th - 12th grade / Wednesday Nights / 7:00p.m. - 8:30p.m. Come and meet new friends, play video games, darts, volleyball, dodge ball, basketball, air hockey, ping pong, monopoly, etc., or just come and hang out! Click here to find out more about Tina Owens, Associate Minister - Students. Click here to read Tina's student blog - "Moving Teens Forward". Tue, 20 Jul 2010 21:06:42 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=24 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=24&article_id=98 Worship occurs when people gather to focus their thoughts on God and then experience God's presence - together. There are many different ways to worship, styles of worship and places to worship. At Central, we offer a truly blended worship experience, each Sunday at 11 a.m. You may sit next to a rich, poor, young or old person. You may sing along with a piano and organ or guitars and electronic drums. You may pick up a hymnal to sing with all of your might, read the words from the PowerPoint presentation screen or sit quietly and focus on God. It's all OK and it's all worship! Our worship services always include music, a brief message from our pastor and the sharing of communion, or the Lord's Supper, around the table. Most services last about an hour and we always have trained childcare available for your small children. Tue, 20 Jul 2010 20:58:32 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=24 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=24&article_id=121 "Awakening" is a unique worship experience with our band around a simple communion table and a smaller group. "Awakening" occurs every Sunday at 9 a.m. in our sanctuary. Tue, 20 Jul 2010 20:54:12 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20&article_id=112 We believe God's ultimate goal with us here on earth is to make us faithful servants, serving our community on behalf of Jesus, until He returns again. As a church, we share our money, resources and ourselves with no strings attached and attempt to demonstrate the life of a servant. We believe this is strongly taught by Jesus himself in Matthew 25. We do not believe in a typical "church membership" where one can come inside a building, sit on a pew and maybe drop a check in the offering plate while attempting to stay alert during the message. We see Biblical Christianity as a call that demands we lose our lives to find them. we value serving others first. Therefore, we intentionally seek to create servants - people who wish to serve, rather than people who only wish to be served. We're very excited about what we are doing to serve our community, both locally and globally. Of course, we always need the help of others and the more resources we have, the more we can help. That's why we are making every effort to meet new people and to tell them about Central, the Christian Church of the Cultural District. Tue, 20 Jul 2010 20:53:01 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=131 God uses unique and special ways to advance His Kingdom. The Mary D. Walsh Foundation has given Central the approval to display and house The "Last Supper" wax artwork at the new Christian Arts Museum in the Arts District of Fort Worth. The museum is housed on Central's campus and construction is complete! Open Wednesday - Saturday, 10 AM - 3 PM or any day by appointment. Click here for a Star - Telegram Article on the museum. Click here for more information about the museum. Tue, 20 Jul 2010 20:52:13 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36&article_id=117 Central is a serving church - We serve our community because that's what we think Jesus wants us to do. We give away 10% of all monetary offerings collected to causes of our community, outside of our local church campus.Angel Food is our "signature" serving event and has enabled us to serve thousands of area residents over the last 3 years.Everyone is qualified and invited to order. All you do is order, pay and pick up your food in our Fellowship Hall. It's that easy! Click here to see July's Menu and to order online.Click here to see July's Menu and print your own order form.Questions? Click here to email our church office. Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:26:39 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=17 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=17&article_id=7 Brett Ballard - Senior Minister - brett_ballard@yahoo.com - Click here for more biographical information. Craig Smith - Associate Minister - Worship - craigsmith2@yahoo.com - Click here for more biographical information. Barry Hogan - Associate Minister - Small Groups - hoganbj@yahoo.com - Click here for more biographical information. Michele Balthrop - Associate Minister - Children / Parents Day Out - michele_balthrop@yahoo.com - Click here for more biographical information.Tina Owens - Associate Minister - Youth - to4519@hotmail.com - Click here for more biographical information. Mon, 3 May 2010 12:04:03 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=153 Great new resource to help us read "The Book" and know what God's wishes for our lives are. Click here to see the free "YouVersion" of the Bible. It's full of resources for reading online or on your smart phone / iPhone. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 11:19:09 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=119 Central is a serving church. We serve our community because that's what we think Jesus wants us to do.Angel Food is our "signature" serving event and has enabled us to serve thousands of area residents over the last 3 years. Click here to see this month's menu and more.Click here to see a recent article by NBC 5 reporter / anchor Deborah Ferguson. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 11:19:09 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=55 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=55&article_id=157 On March 8, 1992, Tina was invited to go to see how fellow Howard Payne University students spend their Sunday mornings. She was invited to a church service at a juvenile detention center in Brownwood, Texas. On that day, Tina stated, "It was the first time I ever heard that Jesus wanted to have a personal relationship with us." On that very day, Tina attended a local church in Brownwood, Tx and became a Christian. A week later after accepting Christ into her life, Tina immediately began ministering to others. She felt as she had found her calling. Tina was amazed at how she impacted people's lives whether they were young or mature. Over the next ten plus years, Tina spent time impacting the lives of teenagers, young adults and pastors. Now, Tina is the Student Minister at Central Christian Church. Her mission is to develop teenage leaders who passionately love God, truly care for other, and know how to have fun!!!!!!!! Click here to send Tina an email. Click here to read her blog. Thu, 4 Mar 2010 14:30:59 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=53 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=53&article_id=161 Click here to view and print a registration form. Thu, 11 Feb 2010 10:48:45 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29&article_id=23 Craig Smith is the eldest tenured staff member at Central. He joined the staff as Minister of Worship in 1995. Craig is a graduate of TCU (former band member) and works at RadioShack Corporation in Fort Worth. Craig is married to Kathy and they have two children, Corey and Chad. Click here to send him an email. Sat, 16 Jan 2010 17:31:01 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=91 We are happy to have you as our online guest! Central is a unique gathering of friends that believe the following: Everyone Belongs - We mean that. Regardless of your background, style of dress / car / hair / music, color, bank account balance...you name it, YOU belong with us. Click here for more. We Believe Jesus is Lord - That's it! We don't maintain a moral list of do's and dont's, we don't memorize creeds or covenants, we don't believe just like our pastor or leadership, we believe that "Jesus is Lord" and we believe that YOU (along with a little help from the Holy Spirit) know best about what that means for your daily living and life. Click here for more. We Want to Become Servants - We want to become "Matthew 25" Christians. Our faith is meaningless if it doesn't prompt us to "love our neighbor and the least of these" as we love ourselves. Click here for more. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 09:15:26 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=27&article_id=21 Brett Ballard has been the Senior Minister of Central Christian Church for 4 years and on staff for 10 years. Brett is a native Alabamian and is a graduate of Samford University and Beeson Divinity School in Birmingham. He has one 15 year old daughter, Maddison. He enjoys all sports, Auburn football and The Andy Griffith Show. Click here to send Brett an email. Fri, 8 Jan 2010 22:53:59 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20&article_id=53 Everyone really does belong! The word "belong" is defined by the dictionary as "to fit into a group naturally." We all know the great feeling that comes from belonging to something we wish to be a part of. Belonging means experiencing acceptance. We are all a little broken, but we believe that God cares about bringing our rough lives together and that God can still form something beautiful with us as His light shines through us. At Central, we are accepted for who we are by others...we belong. When it comes to churches, belonging can be more difficult than one might think. While larger churches offer many great programs and activities, some remark they feel like "another number" when attending with such a big crowd. Often times, they may never be able to meet or speak personally with the pastor or other church leadership. In smaller churches, belonging can be just as challenging. While personal access to the pastor and leadership is readily available, other pitfalls can interfere with belonging. Perhaps the church has just a few "power" people who "run" everything or maybe the church so strictly holds beliefs, there is no room for other points of view. "At Central, what you see is what you get. And hopefully, some of what you get is something worthwhile!" says Brett Ballard, the senior minister at Central. "The ability to show up at church ‘as you are' is very important. Unfortunately, most people don't feel comfortable in church because of the way they have been treated or judged by a church in the past. Our knack for helping people feel welcome and that they belong is our greatest strength at Central." Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:05:04 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36&article_id=147 North Texas families tight on money are getting more out of their budget through a program called Angel Food Ministries. It's a nationwide non-profit program that provides a family of four with a week's supply of food for $30 or an elderly person for almost a month. Christa Sweet, a single mom with two boys, told NBCDFW "You get a lot of food for the money, and with the economy, it really helps." "This is not about gaining members. This is about showing the love we have for people and serving," explained Sharon Hudson, the Angel Food Ministries coordinator at Central Christian Church in Fort Worth. Click here to read the entire story.... Thu, 4 Jun 2009 19:46:29 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=4 God didn't design us to live our lives alone. He created us for relationship with Him and with others. We were made to be part of a community-a group of people living life together. At Central, we believe the best environment for lasting life change takes place within community and small groups. Great small groups are available for ALL ages at Central. Click here to see an updated listing of ALL groups with locations and times. Thu, 23 Apr 2009 13:45:32 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=53 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=53&article_id=141 The Women's Ministry of Central is open to all women, from all walks of life and interest. Our women's ministry strives to provide opportunities for spiritual growth, enrichment, education, and fun! If you would like more information contact Christi Beck. Wed, 1 Apr 2009 11:09:40 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=37 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=37&article_id=116 Want to register your children for PDO? Print and fill out the following forms and bring them to our office for easy sign up! Click here for current registration fees and tuition. Click here for child registration form. Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:16:24 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=37 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=37&article_id=113 Sunday Mornings are Exciting at Central! Live B.I.G. helps children see, hear and live their Belief In God. Our volunteer teachers are fun to learn with and short video segments bring faith-filled, high-energy excitement to your children. All Live B.I.G. classes meet downstairs in our educational wing and are staffed by loving volunteers from Central. Click here for free, online Live B.I.G. activities for kids. Fri, 23 Jan 2009 10:26:10 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=49 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=49&article_id=129 We are a group of people who believe in the power of prayer. Prayer is not the "only" thing we can do for each other, it is the best thing we can do! Why don't you join us for our special prayer services on Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM. These services include a little music, a meditative thought from the Bible and lots of individual and group prayer time. If you have a request you'd like to include, then click here to send a secure and private email to our staff."Without constant prayer you can never know the inner peace God wants to give you."Billy Graham Fri, 24 Oct 2008 07:25:54 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=49 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=49&article_id=130 We invite you to make a 'Sacred Space' in your day, and spend ten minutes, praying here and now, as you sit at your computer, with the help of on-screen guidance and scripture chosen specially every day. Click here for more. Need help keeping your prayers on track? Try the ACTS pattern - a way to focus on God, ask for forgiveness and pray for others. Click here for more. Fri, 24 Oct 2008 07:19:11 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=37 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=37&article_id=114 Jesus loves the little children and so do we! Give us the opportunity to help your child grow in a safe, loving and learning environment. Your child is a name, not a number - We offer 5 age groups (3 months-5 years) with 5 teachers and 3 assistants. We have small classes to give one-on-one attention. We are here to serve you, year 'round. Since 1997, we have been helping parents have time alone, experiencing the peace of mind that comes from knowing their child is in good hands! Our facilities are new and clean. All workers undergo regular training and background checks. Program times are currently Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 AM until 2 PM. Click here to contact Michele Balthrop, our PDO Director. Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:01:27 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20&article_id=111 It's simple. We trace our statement of belief all the way back to the early church, when things were just shaping up, right after the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus. Those early Christians had only one creed, "Jesus is Lord" that they used in worship and repeated publicly just before baptism. Also, during the first century the phrase Jesus is Lord was intended by early Christians as a political contrast to the popular greeting amongst Roman citizens -- Caesar is Lord. After that, we believe that it's up to YOU and God on how that plays out in your life. We're here to listen, encourage, support and provide feedback, but ultimately, how Jesus becomes Lord in YOUR life is YOUR business. Mon, 13 Oct 2008 15:56:25 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20&article_id=124 Mon, 13 Oct 2008 15:50:12 MST http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=32 http://www.cccfw.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=32&article_id=33 Michele Balthrop has been serving as the Director of the Parents Day Out program since 2003. Proir to taking this position, she was a teacher for 2 years within the same program. She began her tenure as Children's Ministry Coordinator in early 2006. Her passion is to help children have a knowledge of the Bible and the Christian faith. She loves to see children excited about God's Word and coming to know about His unconditional love for them. Michele has been married to her husband Erik for 16 years and they have 2 boys, Ethan and Griffin. Click here to send Michele an email. Fri, 10 Oct 2008 20:30:30 MST