Sunday, December 21, 2025 — Join us as Pastor Ryp Hankins shares a special Christmas message titled “The Miracle of the Virgin Birth.” In this message, we are reminded of the deep joy, wonder, and comfort found in the truth that Jesus is Emmanuel—God with us. Scripture reveals Jesus as the second Adam, a truth rich with meaning. The first Adam was formed from the dust of the earth and brought death into the world; Jesus, the second Adam, came from heaven as the giver of life. This profound reality explains why the enemy trembles when a person surrenders to Christ—because in Jesus there is life, victory, and hope. Come worship and study with us as we celebrate the miracle and wonder of Christmas and the life we have in Christ.

Sunday, December 14, 2025 – Guest speaker Pastor Nate Boven delivered a timely message titled “Different Seasons Bring Different Roles.” As Center Point Assembly prepares to invite their new pastor in a few weeks, Pastor Nate encourages us all to look for the new roles we may be asked to play as Pastor Justin and his wife, Kari, take on their new positions. What makes the message so powerful is the added dynamic of maintaining the unity and peace that spiritual maturity provides. If a part of the body rebels and rejects the roles they are asked to fulfill, the whole body suffers—just as if one drops a heavy object on the big toe, the entire body feels the pain. Worship and study with us as we seek to understand and embrace the roles this new season may bring.

Sunday, November 30, 2025 – This weekend marked the first time Pastor Justin and Kari Brown attended CPA as candidates for the new pastor position. Kari shared a part of her testimony, and together they performed a special song. Pastor Justin delivered a timely message addressing the challenges of a new season. Life consists of seasons, and transitioning from one season to another often involves carrying wounds and various types of bondage. Pastor Justin emphasized breaking the chains of old bondages as one moves into a new season. Let’s worship and study together as we learn how to transition into the new season of Center Point Assembly.

Sunday, November 23, 2025 – Guest Speaker Pastor Carey Waldie delivers a timely message at Center Point titled, “Navigating Change.” In this message, Pastor Carey challenges both personally and corporately that the true mark of a Christian is someone who acknowledges, accepts, and welcomes change as a normal part of growing in Christ. In fact, if someone claims to follow Jesus but doesn’t embrace change in their life, they’re not truly a follower. If Jesus is to lead, then we must be willing to change in order to follow. The Bible states that not only does God love us just the way we are, but He loves us so much that He won’t allow us to stay the same. This makes change a necessary part of our journey. As a church, the same principle applies, especially as we go through the process of changing pastors. We, as a body, will need to embrace the changes a new pastor will bring. This is a message you need to listen to repeatedly because of the important information to absorb and apply. Pastor Carey shares much more — you just need to hear his message. So, join us in worship and study as we learn to Navigate Change.

Sunday, November 16, 2025 – Guest Speaker David Cooley presents an encouraging message from the 23rd Psalm. He highlights God’s grace and love in every situation we face in life. Sometimes life is good, and other times not so good, but in every circumstance, God never leaves or abandons His own. Whether David was a shepherd boy, a fugitive on the run, or in the King’s palace, he sings of God's glory and His ever-enduring faithfulness. Come study with us...

Sunday, November 2, 2025 – Special Speaker Pastor Barringer delivers a message titled “Without the Cross There Would Be No Pentecost.” In this timely message, Pastor Hal reminds us that Pentecost is the power given by God after Jesus is crucified, raised from the dead, and ascended into Heaven. Fifty days later, the Holy Spirit is poured out on the early church, marking the beginning of the end times foretold by the Prophet Joel. It is through this outpouring of the Holy Spirit’s power that the church is empowered to defeat the spirit of Satan, and the power of Hell cannot stand against it. This same power given to the early church is still available to the end-time church, of which we are a part. Pastor Hal encourages Center Point Assembly to seek and stay in this power as they anticipate the transition to a new pastor when the time comes. Join us in worship and in searching the Word....

Sunday, October 12, 2025 – Secretary/Treasurer Pastor Brooks McElihenny is with us at Center Point to help us understand the “Perspectives of a Transition.” All churches go through times and seasons of transition when pastors sense a change in their assignment. During periods of change and transition, many people mistakenly believe that God is doing something to them, but instead He is doing something for them. Seasons of pastor transition are one of these times. Pastor Brooks emphasizes that the perspective you choose is crucial to the success of any transition. He encourages us to focus more on the message the pastor delivers than on the pastor himself. Every pastor has a biblical mandate (1 Timothy 3:1-7) to preach and live out the message they proclaim; even though they are not perfect individuals, they are called to be above reproach. Join us in worship and study as we dive into the Word of God.

Sunday, September 28, 2025, marks a very special day at Center Point Assembly. Pastor Mike will share his final message as Lead Pastor, wrapping up 16 years of faithful ministry. It is a powerful service filled with worship, testimonies, and reflections on God’s goodness throughout this season. For the past several weeks, we’ve been focusing on our identity in Christ, preparing for this next chapter. Pastor Mike will bring us back to a word picture God gave him early in ministry—the image of a simple shovel in the hand of the Holy Spirit. Just as a shovel is only effective when used by the workman, so too a servant of God is effective only in His hands. This picture beautifully captures the heart of this transition: God placing one tool back in the shed while preparing the next for Kingdom work. Join us for this special time of worship and study as we celebrate Pastor Mike’s ministry and look ahead with faith to what God has in store for Center Point Assembly.

Sunday, September 21, 2025 – Today, Pastor Mike is bringing a unique message—something a little different from what we might be used to on a Sunday morning. His sermon is titled “How to Evaluate a Sermon.” Now, you might wonder why we’re taking time to talk about this. But as you know, we are in a season of prayerful searching for the next lead pastor whom God will call to shepherd this church. In the process, it’s natural for us to listen closely to sermons and form opinions. But here’s the challenge: as Superintendent Aaron Hlavin has wisely reminded us, “Do not allow your preference to cause you to miss a great pastor who may be a good preacher.” That’s a powerful reminder that while everyone has personal preferences—whether we like a certain style, tone, or delivery—those things must never outweigh biblical standards. What matters most is whether the Word of God is faithfully preached, and whether the message leads us closer to Christ. Today, Pastor Mike is going to walk us through ten steps—guidelines given by Superintendent Hlavin—to help us evaluate sermons not by our own tastes, but by God’s truth. This will serve as a healthy, biblical standard for our whole church family as we prepare for God’s next shepherd here at Center Point. So let’s worship, study, and pray together, trusting the Lord to guide us—not according to our preferences, but according to His perfect will.

Sunday, September 21, 2025 – Today, Pastor Mike is bringing a unique message—something a little different from what we might be used to on a Sunday morning. His sermon is titled “How to Evaluate a Sermon.” Now, you might wonder why we’re taking time to talk about this. But as you know, we are in a season of prayerful searching for the next lead pastor whom God will call to shepherd this church. In the process, it’s natural for us to listen closely to sermons and form opinions. But here’s the challenge: as Superintendent Aaron Hlavin has wisely reminded us, “Do not allow your preference to cause you to miss a great pastor who may be a good preacher.” That’s a powerful reminder that while everyone has personal preferences—whether we like a certain style, tone, or delivery—those things must never outweigh biblical standards. What matters most is whether the Word of God is faithfully preached, and whether the message leads us closer to Christ. Today, Pastor Mike is going to walk us through ten steps—guidelines given by Superintendent Hlavin—to help us evaluate sermons not by our own tastes, but by God’s truth. This will serve as a healthy, biblical standard for our whole church family as we prepare for God’s next shepherd here at Center Point. So let’s worship, study, and pray together, trusting the Lord to guide us—not according to our preferences, but according to His perfect will.

Sunday, September 14, 2025 - Today, Pastor Mike titles the message: “Identity Determines Activity.” We live in a culture where identity has become one of the most confusing and contested issues of our time. People are searching—often desperately—for something to anchor who they are. Too many look to the wrong sources: past achievements or failures, the opinions of others, or the ever-changing standards of society. For those of us who are born again—washed in the blood of Jesus Christ, filled with the Holy Spirit, and standing on the unshakable Word of God—our identity comes not from man, but from God. Because Christ lives in us, the way we live—our actions, our character, our decisions—must reflect the identity we have in Him. Holiness is not optional. Obedience is not outdated. We are called to prove our identity to a watching world in authenticity and love. Come worship and study with us.

Sunday, September 14, 2025 - Today, Pastor Mike titles the message: “Identity Determines Activity.” We live in a culture where identity has become one of the most confusing and contested issues of our time. People are searching—often desperately—for something to anchor who they are. Too many look to the wrong sources: past achievements or failures, the opinions of others, or the ever-changing standards of society. For those of us who are born again—washed in the blood of Jesus Christ, filled with the Holy Spirit, and standing on the unshakable Word of God—our identity comes not from man, but from God. Because Christ lives in us, the way we live—our actions, our character, our decisions—must reflect the identity we have in Him. Holiness is not optional. Obedience is not outdated. We are called to prove our identity to a watching world in authenticity and love. Come worship and study with us.

Sunday, September 7, 2025 – Pastor Mike discusses the importance of a name in his message titled “What does Center Point Assembly Mean?” God often changes the names of some people in Scripture. Why does He do this? Probably because God sees something different in the person than the person sees in himself at that moment. Quite possibly, the new name carries a meaning that provides the encouragement and challenge needed to fulfill the larger purpose God has for them. A properly given name serves two main purposes: “A name IDENTIFIES externally and CHALLENGES internally.” We were challenged to change this church’s name from Charlevoix Assembly of God to Center Point Assembly of God. There was nothing wrong with our previous name, but it didn’t pose a challenge; it simply indicated that we were the Assemblies of God in Charlevoix. The purpose of the name Center Point Assembly is to identify that we are an Assemblies of God church, with a challenge of who’s at the Center Point of the church, as well as of the attenders and members of this church. Every time we read the name, it should prompt us to ask – Who is at the Center Point of my life? If we live with that identity and challenge, then we will pass God's tests in our lives—both here and, most importantly, in eternity when we stand before Jesus and give an account of who was at the center of our earthly lives. Worship and study with us.

Sunday, September 7, 2025 – Pastor Mike discusses the importance of a name in his message titled “What does Center Point Assembly Mean?” God often changes the names of some people in Scripture. Why does He do this? Probably because God sees something different in the person than the person sees in himself at that moment. Quite possibly, the new name carries a meaning that provides the encouragement and challenge needed to fulfill the larger purpose God has for them. A properly given name serves two main purposes: “A name IDENTIFIES externally and CHALLENGES internally.” We were challenged to change this church’s name from Charlevoix Assembly of God to Center Point Assembly of God. There was nothing wrong with our previous name, but it didn’t pose a challenge; it simply indicated that we were the Assemblies of God in Charlevoix. The purpose of the name Center Point Assembly is to identify that we are an Assemblies of God church, with a challenge of who’s at the Center Point of the church, as well as of the attenders and members of this church. Every time we read the name, it should prompt us to ask – Who is at the Center Point of my life? If we live with that identity and challenge, then we will pass God's tests in our lives—both here and, most importantly, in eternity when we stand before Jesus and give an account of who was at the center of our earthly lives. Worship and study with us.

Sunday, August 31, 2025 - Welcome to our Labor Day Weekend service at Center Point Assembly! This weekend is always special as we invite Western Michigan Adult & Teen Challenge to share powerful testimonies of God’s faithfulness. Even when we are unfaithful, God remains faithful—and that’s something every one of us can testify to. Today, we celebrate how God is bringing new life to these women who have hit rock bottom, yet discovered His amazing grace and mercy. As we worship together, may we all be reminded that we, too, are in need of that same grace, and that God’s love is big enough to transform any life. Join us as we celebrate the testimonies of God’s grace!

Sunday, August 24, 2025 – This sermon serves as a fitting conclusion to our exploration of the 16 Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God. We will examine one of the most inspiring promises in Scripture: “The New Heavens and New Earth.” Together, we will consider God’s ultimate victory—when all sin and corruption are eradicated, and believers are given eternal, glorified bodies. A holy city. A completely new creation. And God's everlasting presence dwelling with His perfected saints. John’s Revelation offers us glimpses of this magnificent future, though even our most vivid imaginations cannot fully grasp the splendor of what God has prepared for those who love Him. Join us as we worship, study, and look forward to the glory to come—living faithfully and sharing the Gospel while awaiting His return.

Sunday, August 24, 2025 – This sermon serves as a fitting conclusion to our exploration of the 16 Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God. We will examine one of the most inspiring promises in Scripture: “The New Heavens and New Earth.” Together, we will consider God’s ultimate victory—when all sin and corruption are eradicated, and believers are given eternal, glorified bodies. A holy city. A completely new creation. And God's everlasting presence dwelling with His perfected saints. John’s Revelation offers us glimpses of this magnificent future, though even our most vivid imaginations cannot fully grasp the splendor of what God has prepared for those who love Him. Join us as we worship, study, and look forward to the glory to come—living faithfully and sharing the Gospel while awaiting His return.

Sunday, August 17, 2025 – We continue our study of the 16 Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God, focusing on Truth 15 – The Final Judgment. The last four truths are prophetic, and all but this one are very encouraging and exciting to discuss. Judgment is a crucial truth to speak about, even if it can be a difficult topic. The reality is that every person, righteous and unrighteous, will have their moment before a righteous and just God. All will give an account of the lives they have lived. For the righteous, this occurs at the “Bema Seat of Christ," where Jesus will reward each person for the good works they have done. Although we are saved by grace alone, our works after salvation will be evaluated, so believers should work diligently and look forward to rewards in heaven. For the unrighteous, their time before a holy and just God will happen at the end of the Millennium during the Great White Throne Judgment, which is the final judgment. Every unbelieving person, whether great or small, who has ever lived will be resurrected into an eternal body and stand before God to receive their just punishment. This is a time of judgment that is horrifying. But here’s the good news: we all have the freedom to choose which judgment we will face. While we mentioned three judgments, there is actually a fourth judgment that occurs at the moment of death, determining whether we will stand before the “Bema Seat of Christ” or the “Great White Throne”. It’s a free choice that each person makes now—whether to accept Jesus as their Savior and live for Him as Lord of their life. Join us for worship and study to learn more.

Sunday, August 17, 2025 – We continue our study of the 16 Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God, focusing on Truth 15 – The Final Judgment. The last four truths are prophetic, and all but this one are very encouraging and exciting to discuss. Judgment is a crucial truth to speak about, even if it can be a difficult topic. The reality is that every person, righteous and unrighteous, will have their moment before a righteous and just God. All will give an account of the lives they have lived. For the righteous, this occurs at the “Bema Seat of Christ," where Jesus will reward each person for the good works they have done. Although we are saved by grace alone, our works after salvation will be evaluated, so believers should work diligently and look forward to rewards in heaven. For the unrighteous, their time before a holy and just God will happen at the end of the Millennium during the Great White Throne Judgment, which is the final judgment. Every unbelieving person, whether great or small, who has ever lived will be resurrected into an eternal body and stand before God to receive their just punishment. This is a time of judgment that is horrifying. But here’s the good news: we all have the freedom to choose which judgment we will face. While we mentioned three judgments, there is actually a fourth judgment that occurs at the moment of death, determining whether we will stand before the “Bema Seat of Christ” or the “Great White Throne”. It’s a free choice that each person makes now—whether to accept Jesus as their Savior and live for Him as Lord of their life. Join us for worship and study to learn more.

Sunday, August 10, 2025 – We’re continuing our study of the 16 Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God, and today we’re speaking on the 14th truth – The Millennial Reign. If you ask many people in the church how much they know about this period, or if they believe the Bible says much about it, most would say they weren’t taught much about the millennium because they don’t think the Bible has much to say on the subject. However, the Bible reveals that over 27% of its content is prophetic, meaning that one in four verses discusses future prophetic events, including the 1,000-year reign of Christ. Why is it essential for us to understand this coming period? It helps us see what God’s plan is for the world in the future. Understanding this also highlights the importance of living as true believers in Christ and doing everything we can to share the gospel with others. We have a promised hope and destination to live for, knowing we will be rewarded as we stay faithful today. Please join us in worship and study as we explore what the 1000-year reign of Christ entails and our roles within it.