Central Presbyterian Church

Central Presbyterian Church A congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA) in downtown Atlanta making love, justice, joy, and belonging central to life.

Worship with us at 11:00am every Sunday.

Our Senior Pastor shows up in some places you might not know about! From co-chairing an interfaith affordable housing co...
09/03/2026

Our Senior Pastor shows up in some places you might not know about!

From co-chairing an interfaith affordable housing coalition to serving on the board of trustees at Princeton Theological Seminary, Rev. Shannon J. Kershner is deep in the work across Atlanta and beyond. Swipe through to see where Central's senior pastor goes when she's not in the pulpit.

This is the first in our Clergy Spotlight series, with more on the way!

So much more than boiled eggs and honey buns … our Breakfast Ministry is truly a ministry of hospitality. A few months a...
09/03/2026

So much more than boiled eggs and honey buns … our Breakfast Ministry is truly a ministry of hospitality. A few months ago a first time guest look around as he was being welcomed, and said he wished he had a photo of what he saw. When asked why he said, “Because this is what heaven must be like. A beautiful place, happy people, sharing food, being welcomed …”

If you're interested in getting involved in this ministry message us!

Never show up to choir rehearsal without a pencil. A giant pencil is also fine!The Central Presbyterian Chancel Choir wr...
09/02/2026

Never show up to choir rehearsal without a pencil. A giant pencil is also fine!

The Central Presbyterian Chancel Choir wrapped up Choir Camp, a two-day retreat to kick off the new program year. Friday evening at Central Pres. Saturday all day at Emory Presbyterian. New music, good food, and a joy that comes from making something together.

Some of these singers have been here for years. Some joined us recently. That mix is what makes this choir what it is.

If you've been curious about singing with us, there's room. Send us a DM and we'll get you connected!

08/31/2026

Anything and everything that keeps us from being our full selves, from being in full community with each other, from being in full communion with God, all of that will be no more.

08/30/2026

Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Preaching: Rev. Shannon J. Kershner
First Lesson: Psalm 31:1-5
Second Lesson: John 14:1-7
Sermon: Do I Really Have to Believe That?
Heaven

Finding a church that actually aligns with your values feels like finally taking a deep breath and realizing you belong....
08/28/2026

Finding a church that actually aligns with your values feels like finally taking a deep breath and realizing you belong.

At Central, we believe faith is an active, living thing that calls us to do the work of justice and radical inclusion in our city. You have been showing up, asking the tough questions, and looking for a group of people committed to loving our neighbors without exceptions. Now, we want you to officially join us. Membership at Central is about making a mutual commitment to grow, serve, and support one another through all seasons of life.

Save the date for Membership Sunday on Sept. 20. Send us a message for more info and we will reach out to get you connected.

Justice is central to who we are. As a congregation, we are called to advocate for a just society right here in Atlanta ...
08/28/2026

Justice is central to who we are. As a congregation, we are called to advocate for a just society right here in Atlanta and beyond. Being situated directly across the street from the Georgia State Capitol and Atlanta City Hall puts us at the physical center of legislative decision-making, and we take that responsibility seriously.

Discipleship demands action.

You will find our community handing out water at protests, marching in the Atlanta Pride Parade, and serving breakfast every Sunday morning to neighbors experiencing housing insecurity. We also support the Bashor Night Shelter and do vital, on-the-ground work through the Central Outreach and Advocacy Center, a non-profit founded and run by our church to provide essential resources and care.

If you are looking for a community that refuses to stay on the sidelines and actively works for a better city, you belong here.

Come put your beliefs into practice with us.

Don't let the Monday, August 31 deadline pass without claiming your space to catch your collective breath with us in Mon...
08/27/2026

Don't let the Monday, August 31 deadline pass without claiming your space to catch your collective breath with us in Montreat.

Join us September 5 through 7 to step away from the daily grind and explore our retreat theme, Sabbath as Rest & Resistance.

08/24/2026

We have to stop using eternal torment as a weapon to frighten people into faith.

Jesus came to alleviate fear and invite us into an abundant life. He calls us to pay attention to the world around us and help dismantle the living hells right outside our own gates.

The parable in Luke 16:19-31 shows us exactly what is at stake. The rich man faces a grim reality entirely because of his complete indifference to the suffering of Lazarus. His sin was simply refusing to see the vulnerable person right in front of him.

Our faith demands that we open our eyes and stand together against poverty, exclusion, and systemic harm.

Love and compassion must guide our spiritual lives.

08/23/2026

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Preaching: Rev. Shannon J. Kershner
First Lesson: Psalm 22
Second Lesson: Luke 16:19-31
Sermon: Do I Really Have to Believe That?
Hell

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201 Washington Street SW
Atlanta, GA
30303

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