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Central Reformed Church Connecting all people to God and to one another through scripture, sacrament, song, and service. Our Sunday worship begins at 10:00 AM. We hope to see you soon!

Central Reformed Church is one of the 845 congregations that make up the Reformed Church in America (RCA), the oldest Protestant denomination in North America. Our church began in 1840 as First Reformed Protestant Dutch Church of Grand Rapids. In 1918, First Reformed Church and Second Reformed Church of Grand Rapids merged to become Central Reformed Church. After our church building burned in 1953, Central built on our current site on the corner of College and Fulton. In June of 2008, we finished our new atrium addition and code upgrades to our 1953 Colonial Revival building. We are known for our commitment to excellence in classical worship and our liberating theology that celebrates the great diversity of thought across the Reformed spectrum. With our emphasis on lifelong learning, Central offers a wealth of educational experiences for all ages. If you’re within driving distance, please feel free to visit Central.

Hello Central Members and Friends. Trunk or Treat is this Sunday, we are still looking for a few folks to be trunk hosts...
10/22/2026

Hello Central Members and Friends. Trunk or Treat is this Sunday, we are still looking for a few folks to be trunk hosts. If you are interested or now someone who might be please contact Pastor Matt.

Women's Bible Studay at Central Reformed Church:Rainy or blustery outside but warm and welcoming here in the Parlor! The...
10/01/2026

Women's Bible Studay at Central Reformed Church:
Rainy or blustery outside but warm and welcoming here in the Parlor! The Wednesday Women's Bible Study gathers to read and study Genesis, and to share fellowship and prayer as sisters in Christ, now through mid-December. Newcomers are always welcome! Homework is never necessary; we go over everything all together in a supportive community of trust.

During Sunday School yesterday our High School Students had a change to share stories about their Summer Service Trip to...
09/28/2026

During Sunday School yesterday our High School Students had a change to share stories about their Summer Service Trip to Staten Island and Project Hospitality. Thank you to everyone who came to hear the report. College Freshman, Lauen Hoezee, wrote and had this to say about the trip. "In June, I had the opportunity to go on my last mission trip with the youth group! We went to Staten Island, New York, for our service work throughout the week we partnered with a local program called Project Hospitality and they help people living on Staten Island who are in need. A moment I saw God was when we were working with Project Hospitality and we put various foods into bags for people to come and grab as they needed. I saw God because once we were finished we got to step back and see just how many bags we put together. It was very moving because it took a lot of effort and it was totally worth it in the end knowing how many people we were going to be helping. My favorite moment from this mission trip was when we had our day in Manhattan, more specifically when we watched Hamilton on Broadway! I absolutely love theater so it was incredible watching these people perform so passionately! Overall Staten Island was such an incredible service trip and I hope I can continue to give back to people just as we're called to do as Christians."

Calling All Guest Singers! 🎶🎄Love to sing but can’t commit to the whole year? Join Central’s Chancel Choir for the Chris...
09/18/2026

Calling All Guest Singers! 🎶🎄

Love to sing but can’t commit to the whole year? Join Central’s Chancel Choir for the Christmas season!

Rehearsals for our 7:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Service start on Thursday, October 1, at 7:15 p.m.—and guest singers only need to stay for the first portion of rehearsal. You're also welcome to sing on select Sundays as your schedule allows!

If you’d like to blend your voice with ours this Christmas, send an email to Taemin Han at [email protected] for details. We’d love to have you! ❤️

Enjoy this video clip of our Chancel Choir, starting off the new choir year on the Kick-off Sunday, September 13.
09/16/2026

Enjoy this video clip of our Chancel Choir, starting off the new choir year on the Kick-off Sunday, September 13.

Chancel ChoirTaemin Han, director of music ministriesNorma de Waa...

Our Central campus is coming alive with Dragonflies!  A huge “Thank You”to all the Calvin University students for making...
08/28/2026

Our Central campus is coming alive with Dragonflies! A huge “Thank You”to all the Calvin University students for making today’s installation a great success. Stop by sometime to see how lovely everything has turned out. We are grateful to partner with Heritage Hill in preparation for Art Prize next month.

This is the anthem, 'He Will Hold Me Fast,' that the Summer Choir sang during the Sunday service on August 9. Thank you ...
08/20/2026

This is the anthem, 'He Will Hold Me Fast,' that the Summer Choir sang during the Sunday service on August 9. Thank you to all the singers for their time, dedication, and for sharing such a meaningful message!

Summer Choir, vocal soloists - Jason Reiffer, Lily ReasonRonald Kr...

Enjoy this video featuring our church and Heritage Hill working together for Art Prize.
08/17/2026

Enjoy this video featuring our church and Heritage Hill working together for Art Prize.

ArtPrize is making its way back to the city next month and artists are already putting final touches on their submissions, including one neighborhood that’s coming together to create a display stretching across multiple blocks.(August 16, 2026)

Welcome New Members! John Marker and Mary Wright joined by reaffirmation of faith on Sunday, August 9, 2026.  We are ple...
08/10/2026

Welcome New Members!
John Marker and Mary Wright joined by reaffirmation of faith on Sunday, August 9, 2026. We are pleased to welcome them into the body of Christ and into the mission we share. Welcome John and Mary!

Address

10 College Avenue NE
Grand Rapids, MI
49503

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Sunday 8:30am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+16164561773

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