“Pingree Grove,” Tim Bailey said, “is a small town in desperate need of a church.” Situated in the far western suburbs of Chicago, just west of Elgin, Pingree Grove was once a small farming community with less than 200 residents. Read…
Church Planting
Opening doors:Church planters’ strategy is meeting people by meeting their needs
There are lots of places in a state of 13 million people where there is little or no evangelical witness. Here are two stories of Illinois Baptists and their mission fields. Read…
Following the Savior; An Easter essay in words & pictures
On a chilly morning beside the Jordan River, IBSA’s Pat Pajak encouraged the Illinois pastors and spouses touring Israel with him to “follow the dust of your Rabbi.” The ancient phrase described the privilege accounted students who walked closely behind their Jewish teachers. How much more so is it a privilege for those who follow Jesus, […]
New church, new purpose Canadian pastor rediscovers joy leading church plant
“One of the most delightful things that has happened to me is that I’ve rediscovered what shepherding is all about,” Leno said of The Gathering. “When you are planting a church and making disciples, you get to see life-change happen up close. I wouldn’t change that for anything. Church planting has helped me rediscover what it means to be a shepherd and really take care of the flock.” Read…
Encouragement is aim of Korean pastors’ group
Fellowship, encouragement, and a meal together. That’s what on the agenda at monthly meetings of Illinois’ Korean Southern Baptist Pastors’ Fellowship. Read…