First Presbyterian February 8 Free Community Meal

First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, February 8, 2018.  The building is handicap accessible.  A romantic Italian Dinner will be served.  Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing.   The

First Presbyterian January Free Community Meal

First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, offers a free meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, January 25, 2018.  The building is handicap accessible.  A selection of winter soups will be served.  Community members of all ages are welcome to enjoy free, hearty meals and pleasant socializing.  

First Presbyterian December Free Community Meals

The December 2017 Free Community Meals, offered by First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison IL, are listed below. All are welcome.  The church is handicap accessible. Contact the church office at 815-772-3510 or search the “firstpresmorrison” group on Facebook.

Voices of Praise Christmas Program “Adore!”

Celebrating its 11th season, Emmanuel’s 85-voice Voices of Praise–an outreach ministry of Emmanuel Reformed Church–cordially invites the area to experience its Christmas presentation, “Adore!”  It will be presented in three performances, Friday and Sunday evenings, December 15 and 17, 2017, at 7:00 p.m., and Saturday afternoon, December 16, at 3:00

Thanksgiving Eve Service at Bethesda November 22

Bethesda Lutheran Church, 301 W. South Street, Morrison, IL, will host a Thanksgiving Eve service on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. Special music will be provided by the combined choirs of Bethesda and Morrison United Methodist Church. Following the service there will be a time of fellowship; coffee

First Presbyterian November Free Community Meals

The November 2017 Free Community Meals, offered by First Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Lincolnway, Morrison IL, are listed below. All are welcome.  The church is handicap accessible. Contact the church office at 815-772-3510 or search the “firstpresmorrison” group on Facebook.

Emmanuel Reformed YEAH 2018 Daytrip Schedule

Editor’s note:  Rich Criss submitted this 2018 travel schedule for all community members. The Young and Energetic At Heart (YEAH) senior group of Emmanuel Reformed Church has released its 2018 schedule of day trips.  All seniors aged 55 and older are cordially invited to join in these trips, regardless of

St. Mary’s Church 7th Annual Fall Rummage Sale

Everyone loves a great rummage sale!  Join us in the Parish Hall on Friday, October 13, 2017, from noon to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 14, from 8:00 a.m. to noon.  Enjoy two days of rummage sale bargains and delicious fresh-baked goods.  St. Mary’s Catholic Church is located at 13220

July Vacation Bible School Report

Editor’s note:  Nancy Gravert submitted this article and photos.  The week before, Morrison Christian Church, 201 S. Genesee Street, Morrison, IL, hosted its first Community Vacation Bible School, for children in kindergarten to Junior High, from Monday, July 17, through Friday, July 21, 2017, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at

Ladies Mini Retreat September 21

Jan Roggy, of Morrison Christian Church, invites you to a Ladies Mini Retreat on Thursday, September 21, 2017, at 6:00 p.m.  Morrison Christian Church is located at 201 S. Genesee Street, Morrison, IL.  A salad/desert supper will be served.  There will be a free will offering. Please RSVP to Sherry

September 28 Free Community Meal

On Thursday, September 28, 2017, First Presbyterian Church of Morrison will serve a Free Community Meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.  All are welcome. The meal will be breakfast favorites served with sides, desserts, and drinks. The church, at 100 E. Lincolnway, is handicap accessible.  Call 815-772-3510 or search the “firstpresmorrison” group on

WINGS Youth Group Invites Kids to Weiner Roast

Morrison Christian Church’s after-school youth group is called WINGS.  Members are hosting a Weiner Roast Kickoff at Morrison-Rockwood State Park, on Tuesday, September 19, 2017, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. All Morrison, IL, children in kindergarten through 8th grade are invited as guests. Meet friends and talk to current WINGS

September 14 Free Community Meal

On Thursday, September 14, 2017, First Presbyterian Church of Morrison will serve a Free Community Meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.  All are welcome. The meal will be a create-your-own potato bar served with sides, desserts, and drinks. The church, at 100 E. Lincolnway, is handicap accessible.  Call 815-772-3510 or search the “firstpresmorrison” group

August 31 Free Community Meal

On Thursday, August 31, 2017, First Presbyterian Church of Morrison will serve a Free Community Meal, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.  All are welcome. The meal will be Sloppy Joe’s served with sides, desserts, and drinks. The church, at 100 E. Lincolnway, is handicap accessible.  Call 815-772-3510 or search the “firstpresmorrison” group on

St. Anne’s Welcomes Rev. Fr. James Brzezinski

In May 2017 The Rev. Fr. James Brzezinski received a call to be the Rector, priest, and pastor of The Church of St. Anne in Morrison, IL, beginning his ministry at St. Anne’s on July 1, 2017.  He enjoys welcoming people into an ever-deepening relationship with Jesus Christ. He is a