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This Sunday, June 22

11:00 am Morning Worship 4:00 pm Writers Workshop

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Mon Jun 16
6:00 pm Pickleball Tue Jun 17
10:00 am Passport Kids Camp Wed Jun 18
1:30 pm Knitting Group Wed Jun 18
5:30 pm Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal Wed Jun 18
5:30 pm Prayer Meeting Thu Jun 19
6:00 pm Pickleball
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Morning Worship

Join us this Sunday in person or online as we worship together, celebrating the Spirit of God at work among us.  This week we're happy to welcome Rev. Larry Gray as our guest preacher.  Larry retired  in 2023 as president of Baptist Health Louisville after 40 years of service with Baptist Health Kentucky & Southern Indiana in a variety of roles. Larry initially joined Baptist Health as a clinical chaplain and became Director of Pastoral Care and Clinical Pastoral Education in 1986. In 1993, he assumed executive duties in Lexington, later named president of Baptist Health Corbin in 2011. Larry has degrees from the University of Kentucky (BS, MHA) and from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (MDiv). He serves as adjunct faculty in the MHA program at the University of Kentucky and was appointed as Community Associate Professor for the School of Public Health in 2021. He currently is the Executive in Residence for the graduate health administration program, supporting students and faculty and teaches Organizational Ethics, Governance and Leadership in healthcare. Larry is a Trustee for BSK Theological Seminary, serving as Vice-Chair. Larry and Mary Ida have 5 children, 12 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. They were members of Central from 1992-2012. Currently, they are members of Highland Baptist Church, Louisville, where they teach an adult Bible study class and Mary Ida sings in the choir. Watch the Stream on Youtube.

06.22.25
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Writers Workshop

Whether or not you consider yourself a writer, this group is a great place to explore your creative endeavors or just get to know yourself a little better through writing. From memoirs, sonnets, speculative fiction, to ironic grocery lists, you can bring a piece to share or join in the conversation to find some inspiration. If you've got questions or would like to join us, email Aaron (aaron@lexcentral.com) for more information.

06.22.25
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Pickleball

Join us for pickleball!  All skill levels welcome.

06.19.25
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Reflections on Twenty Years at Wilson Downing

As we commissioned our Transition Team last Sunday, I thought back about 20 years – to two major transitions that our CBC congregation was completing. One was similar to what we’re doing now; the other was very different.

05.06.25
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Baptist Women in Ministry Month

March 1st begins Women’s History Month and the Baptist Women in Ministry’s Month of Advocacy. This is a month to celebrate the accomplishments of women and uplift our voices.  One way we will be celebrating at Central is listening to the voices of women in the pulpit. This month, Carrol Wilson will be back preaching as well as Hannah James, Kara Kilipatrick, and Laura Levens. Join us in receiving their message and remembering that women belong everywhere, especially the pulpit.

02.25.25
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Our Divine Mother Bear

Today Juliette and I made our way to Frankfort for a rally at the capitol to support trans rights.  While we weren't large in numbers, there was a beautiful sense of community.  Several folks shared their hopes and fears and told their stories.  As we introduced ourselves to our fellow protesters, we were often met with kind incredulity when we mentioned we were from a Baptist church, but we were accepted and greeted with smiles, handshakes, and warm hugs.  

01.30.25
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Apr 26 • 11:00 • Imperishable Seed

This week we will think about courage and the courage it takes to wait.  On the heels of the 50th Earth Day, we will also consider creation and our place in God's diverse and beloved community of life.  Thanks to Lelia Midkiff for providing the beautiful watercolor above.

04.26.20
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Apr 19 • 11:00 • Why Are We Here?

Normalcy seems to be an idea of the past. Why are we here and what are we to do? These questions are central to the biblical story as well as our current situation. This Sunday, we look back at the work of God through the people in exile. Their isolation and uncertainty are felt by us, and their hope for restoration can help us shape a promising future. Join us this week for a message from Charles Conkin.  

04.19.20
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Mar 29 • 11:00 • Awaiting Rebirth

Join us from your computers, tablets, phones, and televisions as we celebrate even in the midst of shadows. The image above is a painting by our own Charlotte Blaydes.  She started painting during our watercolor workshop last fall and has already created this beautiful work. While we may be apart, we can still find little hopes and joys scattered about like a bright red cardinal or an evening stroll. This week during our prayer time, we'll invite our children to draw pictures of things they are grateful for.  

03.29.20

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