Downtown Years

Downtown years do not last forever.

In general, people move downtown to work and play. You get the internship or land the job, and then you move closer to work. Or maybe you move downtown with a few friends and split the absurd cost of rent, living it up until the money runs out. Either way, moving downtown tends to be a short-term plan, and faith fits awkwardly into that plan.

Why find a church if you will only live downtown for a few years? Why find a church if the goal of your current era is to have fun?

We believe there are three things the church offers that are of particular benefit during your downtown years:

Community —
There are plenty of places to connect with people downtown, and yet, it is easy to feel lonely. Center Church prioritizes community for this reason. We help people find and develop friendships for the long haul.

Growth —
We practice deliberate discipleship, which enables participants to quickly develop the long-term rhythms that produce dynamic faith. In this way, we transform downtown from an adult playground to a training ground for lasting discipleship.

Love for the City —
When you know you will not live in this community forever, it is easier to ignore the needs and problems around you. But anyone can see that there is a tremendous need in our community, and as a church, we are committed to developing an enduring love for the city. We don’t just use the city for its resources and bail when we have had our fill. We invest in the city for the long run. If you would like to make a difference in this city, we’d love to partner with you.