Welcome to
Central Reformed
Connecting all people to God and to one another...
Whether you’re just stopping by, worshiping with us online, or in search of a new church home, we’re glad you’re here! Central has been in ministry since 1840, connecting all people to God and to one another through scripture, sacrament, song, and service. We are known for our commitment to excellence in classical worship, our intentional spiritual formation and discipleship for all ages, our liberating theology that celebrates the great diversity of thought across the Reformed tradition, and our service to our community. There’s a place for you and your family at Central!
This Sunday...
May 4, 2025
Worship & Communion at 10:00 AM
Join us in our sanctuary for uplifting music and an inspiring sermon. You’ll be glad you did! Our senior minister, Rev. Steven D. Pierce, will preach on the subject, “On a Street Called Straight” based on Acts 9:1-20. We have ample parking in our lot and childcare is available. We also offer Children and Worship for children age 4 through 3rd grade. We hope you will join us!
Fighting Hunger in GR
Addie’s Pantry
The pantry will be open on Tuesday, May 6 from 1-3 pm.
Faye’s Diner
The diner will be open on Tuesday, May 20. Dinner begins at 6:00 pm (doors open at 5:30 pm).
From our clients—
“I had no idea how I was going to buy food this week… and then I saw your sign. Thank you!”
“Thank you so much for everything! I didn’t know how I was going to eat today. I’m really about to cry. I’ve never had to ask for help to eat, and it is humbling. Thank you!”
“I came to church today looking for a miracle. I have eight people in my family to feed and didn’t know what else to do. Thank you so much for your help!”
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Better Together
May 2-3, 2025
Pastors and leaders join for Better Together’s 2nd Convening of a Community of Churches for worship, workshops, and training at Central Reformed Church.
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Bach Chorale Spring Concert
Sunday, May 4, 7:30 PM
The Bach Chorale of Grand Rapids, directed by Martin Werner, will present a multifaceted program consisting of “The Four Seasons” by Vivaldi, “Estaciones Porteñas”, the Latin-American counterpart by Piazzolla, and Bach’s motet, “Lobet den Herrn, alle Heiden.” There will also be a choral setting of two movements from Bach’s “Art of the Fugue.”
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Sound of Vienna Concert
Sunday, May 18, 4:00 PM
Free admission
Central's Chancel Choir, directed by Taemin Han, with local guest singers and a chamber orchestra, will present a concert highlighting the Music of Vienna in the classical period (late 18th through the early 19th century) featuring W.A. Mozart, J. Haydn, and F. Schubert. The program will include Haydn's Organ Concerto, Hob. XVIII:8 in C Major, Trumpet Concerto, Hob. VIIe:1 in E-flat Major, and Missa brevis Sancti Joannis de Deo, Hob. XXII:7 in B-flat Major (Little Organ Mass).
For the concert, two guest solo musicians will be with us: organist Dr. Caroline Robinson from the University of Michigan and trumpeter Dr. Alexander Wilson from Grand Valley State University. Dr. Robinson became a new addition to the organ faculty of the University of Michigan in the fall of 2024. Two days prior to the concert at Central (on Friday, May 16), she will give an organ recital at LaGrave Christian Reformed Church in Grand Rapids sponsored by the Grand Rapids Chapter of the American Guild of Organists.
Experience
We offer a more traditional style of worship, with services structured around praise, reflection, growth, and celebration. We honor God’s love through choral music and hymns, taking the time each week to learn and acknowledge God’s place in our lives.
Connect
Aside from our Sunday worship, we offer numerous opportunities for our members to connect with other Christians and grow in their relationship with God, including youth groups, children’s activities, book studies, and outreach programs.
Serve
We seek to live as Christ did, serving the less fortunate and acting as God’s hands and feet in our community. We have a long-running history of ministry and generosity and provide ways for members to give back to our community.