We met again as elders this past Tuesday, beginning our evening in prayer. We spent time interceding for those with physical, spiritual, and relational needs, and it is a true blessing to come before the Lord in this way.
Lots of ministry continues to happen at Central. The winter term of the School of Ministry has concluded, and registration is now open for the spring term beginning the first week of April. Two courses will be offered: Preach the Word – Teaching Scripture in Today’s World and On the Road to Emmaus – Walking with Jesus through the New Testament. Sign up to either of these for a deeper dive into the Word.
Please keep the youth and leaders in your prayers as they left Friday morning for Reynosa, Mexico, where they will serve for a week of ministry at Children’s Haven.
On Easter weekend we are inviting the congregation to participate in Central’s 24 Hours of Prayer beginning April 4 at 8:00 a.m. You can sign up on the church’s website.
We look forward to celebrating new ministry partners and baptisms this Easter. As a church, we are committed to equipping people spiritually, and because God has been so faithful, we have also seen meaningful growth in the number of people joining us. While continuing to rely fully on God’s guidance, we as elders are prayerfully discussing future plans to accommodate this growth, particularly at our Chilliwack Campus.
We also discussed the importance of communion as a reminder of Christ’s sacrifice and what He has done for us through His work on the cross. As it says in Luke 22:17–19, “And He took a cup, and when He had given thanks He said, ‘Take this, and divide it among yourselves. For I tell you that from now on I will not drink of the fruit of the vine until the kingdom of God comes.’ And He took bread, and when He had given thanks, He broke it and gave it to them, saying, ‘This is My body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of Me.’”
Our prayer is that you experience a deeper sense of God’s grace and mercy through his Son Jesus Christ each time you partake of communion!
“But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ!" - 1 Corinthians 15:57
Yours in Christ,
Ken Vink
- On behalf of the Elders at Central Community
Finance Update
As we step into 2026, we do so with a deep sense of gratitude and expectancy for what God is continuing to do in and through Central. Our mission—to be authentic followers of Jesus who lead others to follow Him—remains the driving force behind every ministry, initiative, and resource entrusted to us.
The elders recently reviewed our financial update through the end of February and were encouraged to see that our ministries are not only active and fruitful, but also operating within or below their approved budgets. This reflects both a heart for wise stewardship and a shared commitment to seeing the Gospel advance across our communities.
In terms of general giving, donations are currently in line with—or slightly below—last year’s pace. However, when we factor in Promontory’s 2025 contributions, overall giving has increased significantly, totalling $358,919. We are thankful for this evidence of faithful generosity.
We are currently experiencing a gap between giving and expenses, sitting at $132,113, which is consistent with historical trends for this time of year. The elders noted that part of the budget last year was designed to put $100,000 into a reserve fund. The elders were encouraged to hear that we were able to meet that commitment in anticipation of leaner giving months that traditionally occur during the Summer.
Beyond the numbers, we are especially encouraged by the impact of your generosity. Giving to the Benevolent Fund remains strong, enabling us to meet real needs in practical, relational, and Gospel-centered ways. The Lake Errock Food Bank continues to serve as a meaningful expression of Christ’s love—providing food and clothing while opening doors for Gospel conversations and care. If you would like to participate in this ministry in a practical way, donations of food and clothing can be placed in the bins located in the foyer at each campus.
We want to sincerely thank you for your faithful partnership. Your generosity is fueling the mission of Jesus across the Eastern Fraser Valley. Lives are being touched, needs are being met, and the Gospel is being proclaimed.
Let’s continue to trust the Lord together, giving thanks for His provision and looking ahead with faith for all that He will do.
ELDER'S PRAYER
We believe in the power of prayer. We value prayer. And we believe that God answers prayer and uses it as a means of achieving His purposes in the church and world.
Central's Elders invite you to come and receive prayer in the Chilliwack Campus Sanctuary.
Tuesday, April 21 | 6.30PM - 7.00PM
Chilliwack Campus | 46100 Chilliwack Central Road
You can also submit prayer requests using the link below.
Got questions or words of encouragement? We'd love to hear from you!
Please contact The Elders - elders@centralcommunity.ca