Faithful Central Bible Church — Church Directory

Quick Facts

Pastor — the shepherd God holds accountable Pastor John-Paul (J.P.) Foster

Founded See website

Denomination Non-Denominational (Bible Church)

Service Times Sunday morning (see website)

Men's Ministry No

Kids Ministry Yes

Website www.faithfulcentral.com

Pastor Credentials See website

10-Point Theological Scorecard

Christology

Is Jesus the only way? (John 14:6)

Trinitarian; Word-centered mission statement: 'Learn His Word, live by His Word, and love according to His Word.'

Strong

Scripture

Inerrancy affirmed? Final authority?

Scripture-emphasized framing; inerrancy stance not publicly confirmed.

Caution

Men's Discipleship

Intentional formation for men?

Adults ministry listed; dedicated men's ministry not visible on homepage.

Caution

Soteriology

Faith alone? How is salvation presented?

Salvation ministry listed; faith-alone precision not public.

Caution

Gender / Biblical Design

Biblical manhood and womanhood by God's design — patriarchal, complementarian, egalitarian, or affirming gender ideology?

Pastor JP Foster (male); women-in-office policy not stated.

Verify

Caution

Leadership Structure

Male elders/pastors? Accountability?

Single 'Our Pastor' page; multi-ministry structure; elder detail not public.

Caution

Preaching Style

Expository or topical/therapeutic?

Word-driven framing; style not confirmed.

Caution

Mission Clarity

Great Commission central?

Active community outreach.

Strong

Cultural Alignment

DEI/CRT language? Social justice crowding out gospel?

Champion Counseling Center and Recovery programs — community care focus; no overt CRT language.

Caution

Accountability Structure

Denominational home, elder plurality, or external network — is the pastor answerable to anyone?

Non-denominational Bible Church — no external accountability body identified.

Caution

Assessment

Faithful Central Bible Church has 3,000+ weekly attendees in Inglewood, CA. Bishop Kenneth Ulmer led for decades; J.P. Foster became senior pastor in 2023. Foster is a Biola/Talbot graduate, suggesting strong evangelical theological grounding. Bible-based and Spirit-led church. Verify detailed complementarian/egalitarian positions.

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✓ Researched church website

Last reviewed: 2026-05-16 — Annual review recommended

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