Discipleship
Sunday School
Classes are offered for all ages after the Worship Service every Sunday from 11:15am - noon. Sunday school classes are an integral part of the church’s mission to make disciples and are one of the easiest ways to interact with and get to know the other members and attenders of the church.
Adult classes are taught by our pastors, elders, or current members. These classes involve studying the Bible, but also provide opportunity for fellowship and gospel-centered discussion. Most classes are open to men and women, but occasionally there are classes geared specifically toward men, women or a specific stage of life.
Classes offered in 2024-2025 included: Jude, Isaiah, Philippians, 1st John, What is the PCA?, For Good Works, Genesis, Faithful Friendship, Relational Evangelism, and Discipleship 101.
For kids prek-5th, we use a reformed Sunday School curriculum. Youth 6th-12th grade alternate between Bible survey, apologetics, and biblical topics. Our aim is to teach that all of Scripture reveals our need of a Savior and points us to Jesus Christ. Rather than emphasizing good behavior through moralistic lessons, we seek to guide children to rely on Christ for salvation and spiritual growth.
Click here to view our current classes and schedule.
Kids & Youth
On Sunday mornings, kids and youth join and participate in the Worship Service and are encouraged to attend Sunday School.
Children’s Worship is offered during the sermon for children ages 4 through kindergarten and nursery is available for the entire service for children up to age 4, but all children are welcome to remain in the service if desired.
Kids Ministry
During the school year preK-5th grade meet regularly for discipleship and engage in fun activities together. This year we are pausing our weekly Catechism Club to "travel" around the world and learn about the global church and the work of our missionaries. Some of the countries we'll be "visiting" include Belize, China, Papau New Guinea, Myanmar/Burma, and Ireland.
In the summer we host a Vacation Bible School.
Youth Ministry
Youth Group for 6th-12th grade meets the 3rd Sunday of the month for Bible study, games, and fellowship.
We have an annual winter retreat for 6th-12th grade and summer camp for 3rd-12th grade with our presbytery.
College Students
CGPC welcomes college students in the area and partners with and supports the local Campus Outreach ministry at SIUe. We love to see all our college students connected to and participating in the life of the church and growing through discipleship and serving.
Campus Outreach is passionate about helping college students grow in their leadership, character, and faith. To learn more, visit www.campusoutreach.org or https://cocentralil.org.
Covenant Groups
Covenant Groups are small groups designed to help build deeper friendships within the church and to meet more personal needs for connection and prayer. Hosted by our elders, our Covenant Groups meet weekly, twice a month, or monthly in homes or at church and include time for food, fellowship, devotions, and most importantly, sharing what God is doing in our lives and praying for each other. All church members and regular attenders are invited and encouraged to join a Covenant Group!
Women's Ministry
The Women’s Ministry offers opportunities for the women of the church to connect with each other and to serve the church. Throughout the year we have weekly Bible studies, book studies, and fellowships. Click here for current and upcoming studies and events.Â
The women are instrumental in planning church gatherings and celebrations such as the annual Thanksgiving dinner, church picnics, graduation parties, bridal and baby showers, and more!
Men's Ministry
The Center Grove Men’s Ministry seeks to provide opportunities for the men of the church to connect with one another, grow in their faith, and serve the church. They meet monthly for breakfasts that include a time of fellowship, singing, and prayer. Other ministry events include a discipleship book club, Wednesday morning coffee meet-ups, and work days at the church.
