theWAY is our framework for learning how to follow Jesus and live out what He taught. It’s rooted in His words in John 14:6, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” In the New Testament, the earliest believers were known as followers of “The Way” because their faith wasn’t just a label, it was a way of life.
The Pathway
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Discover who Jesus is and develop a relationship with Him.
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Move from learning about Jesus to becoming more like Him.
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Be inspired and equipped to introduce people to Jesus and help them follow Him.
Whether you’re new to Central or ready to grow through community, these experiences can help you take your next step in theWAY.
A four-week experience to help you grow in your relationship with Jesus, build community, and discover your next step at Central.
A 10-week small-group journey focused on discipleship, community, and spiritual practices that help you grow in faith.
Discover theWAY is the experiential part of our discipleship pathway.
Through Rooted, Daily Devotion, Night of Prayer, and Circles, people are invited into rhythms of community and spiritual practice.
Grow in theWAY is the formation step of our discipleship pathway.
Through foundational courses and deeper biblical studies, you’ll strengthen your understanding of Scripture and develop practical tools to follow Jesus with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Lead theWAY is the multiplication step of our discipleship pathway.
Discover how God has uniquely gifted you, grow as a Christ-centered leader, and make a difference in the lives of others.
Start with First Step, explore Rooted, or choose an upcoming gathering or course that helps you continue learning how to follow Jesus and live out what He taught.
TheWAY is how we follow Jesus together.
It’s our pathway at Central for learning how to follow Jesus and live out what He taught. In John 14:6, we read Jesus saying, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” In the New Testament, the earliest followers of Jesus were known as “The Way” because following Jesus wasn’t simply a label they carried, it was a way of life. Everything we do through theWAY is designed to help us grow in our relationship with Jesus and put His way of life into practice. That’s our heart behind theWAY: not just learning about Jesus, but learning to live like Jesus.
Start with First Step!
First Step is a four-week journey designed to help you begin following Jesus and live out God’s purpose for your life. Each session covers practical topics to help you grow in your faith, from reading the Bible and prayer to discovering your gifts and following Jesus together in community. We encourage you to attend all four weeks, meet new people, and take your next step in following Jesus. First Step is also one of the ways we make a big church feel small, a place to build relationships, ask questions, and discover where you fit at Central. If you’re new to Central or just beginning your journey with Jesus, First Step is the best place to start.
Discover theWAY gatherings are hands-on, experiential gatherings designed to help you discover who Jesus is and develop a real relationship with Him.
These gatherings happen quarterly on Saturday nights after church and focus on practical ways to grow in your relationship with Jesus. Topics include creating a quiet time rhythm with Jesus, learning new ways to engage with God through prayer, and discovering the spiritual rhythms and practices that help you experience God’s presence most authentically.
Explore upcoming gatherings, courses, and experiences designed to help you discover Jesus, grow as a follower of Jesus, and continue in theWAY. Use the opportunities below to find what’s coming next and register for the experience that fits where you are right now.
