Stories of grace, forgiveness, and redemption through Jesus at Center Church.
Trusting God in the In-Between
After her dad’s passing, Claire Glass returned to Illinois carrying both deep grief and a quiet hope for belonging. What she found at Center Church was more than a community—she found a God who met her in the smallest details and began the quiet work of healing in seasons of loss, unmet desires, and even a stripped-away identity. Her journey is a reminder that life can be hard and God can still be good—and that we don’t have to walk the “in-between” alone.
All Things Made New
Their story is more than a marriage restored; it’s two hearts transformed. It’s living proof that God’s grace is deeper than our failures and that His plans are always for our good. What once felt shattered beyond repair has become a testimony of redemption—one that reminds them daily that God wastes nothing. Every tear, every prayer, every moment of surrender became part of a greater story, one marked not by perfection but by grace, faith, and the quiet strength that comes from trusting Him fully.
An Unexpected Invitation
Rad and Sam Arceta thought faith was just tradition—until neighbors invited their kids to a backyard Bible program. What followed was a journey through community, answered prayer, baptism, and everyday discipleship. Their story shows how God can take ordinary steps and turn them into lasting transformation.
Saying ‘Yes’ to the Unexpected
Todd and Emeris Rhines were not looking for a life overseas. Both raised in faith-filled homes, they knew the importance of missions, but assumed their role would be one of support, not stepping onto the mission field themselves.
Anchored in Faith
When first asked to consider becoming an elder at Center Church, it felt like more than Chuck was ready for. But as he prayed, listened, and engaged with the church’s leadership, his perspective began to change. What once felt daunting turned into a clear, Spirit-led calling to help others discover their God-given role in the church. Together with his wife, Karen, Chuck’s journey is marked by humility, perseverance, and a deep commitment to serve. Through spiritual lessons and seasons of trial, they’ve remained anchored in faith—devoted to equipping others, one relationship and one act of obedience at a time.