First and foremost, Deacons play an integral role in supporting the worship life of our church, including the celebration of the sacraments, greeting members and guests, and ushering. Deacons may also work to sustain the music and arts programs at the church.

Deacons strive to support and care for members of the congregation.

Deacons recommend “in care” status for members of Central pursuing ordination in the United Church of Christ including the examination of those candidates as part of the process.

Deacons facilitate receptions for special events.

Meetings are typically held via Zoom on the 4th Thursday of the month, 7 p.m.

Contact Fred Childers ([email protected]) or Karen Torghele ([email protected]) with questions about the Deacon Board or any of the other opportunities to love, to grow, and to serve at Central.

Called To Do This Work

Mary Ellen Myers, now in her 65th year as a member at Central, will offer reflections this Sunday as we consider the ways we – the Central community – are called to use our time, our talents and our treasure in service to and support of one another, the local community and the world.  She has served Central in many capacities, and we honored her at the 2023 annual meeting by naming her a Life Deacon.