“No Worries” at Brethren in Christ Church

On Sunday morning, September 13, 2020, at 10:00 a.m., Brethren In Christ Church will host the bluegrass worship and performance music of “No Worries.”  A love offering will be taken during the service. “No Worries” is a three-piece combo from the Mount Carroll, IL, area. If weather permits, the service

Life’s Journey Women’s Retreat September 11 and 12

Dominion Christian Fellowship Center, 104 4th Street, Lyndon, IL, will host a two-day Women’s Conference on Friday, September 11, and Sunday, September 12, 2020. Led by Dominion Church’s Virtuous Women, “Life’s a Journey” is designed to build confidence; find purpose in our day-to-day lives; equip women for their journey.” Presenters

Rev. Calvin Haines Assumes Care of Methodist Church

Anne Frame submitted the article and photo. There is a big “Welcome Back” sign in front of Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, these days.  The church has returned to its in-person worship services, Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. and Sundays at 9:00 a.m., while continuing to post

Spring Valley Hosts The Bontragers September 6

Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes The Bontrager Family Singers to the outdoor stage on Sunday, September 6, 2020, at 6:00 p.m.  This is our last concert of the season, so come out and listen to this talented family in our beautiful outdoor setting. Sit

Spring Valley Church Talent Night August 30

Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, will have its annual Request/Talent Night, on Sunday, August 30, 2020, at 6:00 p.m.  Please join us for an evening full of musical talent, rain or shine, in our beautiful outdoor setting.  Sit in your car, or bring a lawn

Pastor Haines Ministers to Morrison United Methodist Church

Since Wednesday, July 1, 2020, Morrison United Methodist Church, 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, has been served by a new minister, Pastor Calvin Haines. Sunday Church services have resumed at 9:00 a.m.  There is no Sunday School. Contact Pastor Haines at 815-772-4030.

Virtual Anti-Trafficking Meeting September 8

The Franciscan Peace Center of the Sisters of St. Francis of Clinton, IA, will hold a virtual Anti-Trafficking Committee meeting Tuesday, September 8, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. Contact Lori Freudenberg  or call 563-242-7611 to get information for the Zoom meeting.

Virtual Book Club: Dismantling White Supremacy

When Layla Saad ran a free, month-long Instagram challenge during the summer of 2018, she had no idea it would become an International cultural movement.  Thousands of people from around the world were galvanized by the #meandwhitesupremacy challenge.  They began examining and owning responsibility for the ways in which they

Spring Valley Hosts The Kramers August 16

Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes The Kramers to the outdoor stage on Sunday, August 16, 2020, at 6:00 p.m.  Please join us in the Valley for an evening of worship and fellowship. Sit in your car, or bring a lawn chair. A free-will offering

Zoom Meeting on Human Trafficking August 11

The Sisters of St. Francis in Clinton, IA, Franciscan Peace Center will host the Annual Human Trafficking Committee meeting via Zoom, on Tuesday, August 11, 2020. The meeting begins at 9:00 a.m. All interested persons are welcome to participate. For more information, contact Lori Freudenberg at 563-242-7611.

Methodist Church Opens for In-Person Services

Morrison United Methodist Church will open for services on Saturday, August 1, and Sunday, August 2, 2020.  The location is 200 W. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL; parking is on the west side of the building.  Meet the new Pastor, Rev. Calvin Haines, Jr. To set a reservation for either or both

Spring Valley Hosts The Browns August 6

Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes The Browns to the outdoor stage on Thursday, August 6, 2020, at 6:00 p.m.  Please join us in the Valley for an evening of praise and worship.  Sit in your car, or bring a lawn chair. A free-will offering

Spring Valley Hosts Trinity Men’s Quartet August 2

Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton, IL, welcomes Trinity Men’s Quartet to our outdoor stage on Sunday, August 2, 2020, at 6:00 p.m.  Come join us for an evening of gospel favorites with talented local musicians.  Sit in your car, or bring a lawn chair. A free-will

Spring Valley Hosts Local Talent July 26

Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton IL, will have a Talent Night on Sunday, July 26, 2020, at 6:00 p.m.  After a last-minute, entertainment cancellation,  we put together some awesome local talent that you will definitely enjoy!  Come join us for an evening of music and ministry. 

Free Produce at First Presbyterian Church

First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, hosts a free produce stand now through the fall harvest.  The outside table is located at the southeast corner of Knox and Genesee Streets.  Community members are welcome to leave extra produce from their gardens on the table or take what they can