Events

2026 IBSA ANNUAL MEETING – METRO COMMUNITY

Held every year in early November, the IBSA Annual Meeting is a gathering of messengers and guests from the nearly 900 member churches which form the Illinois Baptist State Association. The 2026 meeting features two days of breakouts, preaching, ministry gatherings, and worship, as well as business sessions, at Metro Community Church in Edwardsville, IL […]

03 - 04 Nov

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

View Detail

STREATOR MEN’S BIBLE STUDY EXPERIENCE

Description: A three-day men’s Bible study, led by Dr. Michael Taylor, who will be teaching specific sections of the Books of Colossians & Philemon, “The Power of The Gospel.” Taylor is a Bible conference teacher and founder of Devoted to the Word Ministries, based out of Sachse, Texas. He’s pastored five Southern Baptist churches for […]

12 - 14 Nov

1:30 pm - 12:00 pm

View Detail

2026 AWSOM WEEKEND

About: AWSOM is a student conference for girls in 5th-12th grades. There is solid bible teaching time, real world issues discussed in age appropriate breakouts, and authentic worship. We have a lot of fun and learn how to grow in our faith. Where: Tabernacle Baptist Church Decatur When: Friday, November 13 – Saturday, November 14, […]

13 - 14 Nov

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

View Detail

2026 FORGED STUDENT GUYS RETREAT

Price: $35 per person Includes meals, lodging, and a t-shirt. Register before Oct 15 to guarantee a shirt. Registration: REGISTER HERE! Questions: Contact Janet Sheley JanetSheley@ibsa.org 217-391-3126

13 - 14 Nov

6:00 pm - 2:00 pm

View Detail

2026 LOTTIE MOON CHRISTMAS OFFERING AND WEEK OF PRAYER

About: The International Mission Board of the SBC reports over 2.8 billion people who have little or no access to the Gospel.  Your prayers and gifts to the 2026 Lottie Moon Christmas Offering are a tremendous support and blessing in getting His Message out to the nations. Where: Your Church More information: IMB.org/generosity/lottie-moon-christmas-offering Questions: IMB.org/contact-us

29 Nov - 06 Dec

View Detail

CHURCH TAX SEMINAR

12 Jan

6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

View Detail

MIDWEST LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

Where: Crowne Plaza 3000 South Dirksen Parkway Springfield, IL 62703 When: Tuesday, January 26 – Thursday, January 28 Watch for more details!

26 - 28 Jan

View Detail

2027 ANNIE ARMSTRONG OFFERING AND WEEK OF PRAYER

About: The Annie Armstrong Easter Offering (AAEO) is the primary way Southern Baptists fund missions in North America. One hundred percent of gifts given to AAEO go to the field to support more than 3,000 missionary families serving across the United States and Canada. Gifts to the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering are used to train and resource […]

07 - 14 Mar

View Detail

DISASTER RELIEF TRAINING: CARLINVILLE, IL

This is a two-day training event. DR 101 must be completed prior to participation in specialized trainings.

09 - 10 Apr

12:00 pm - 3:30 pm

View Detail

STUDENT DISCIPLESHIP RETREAT – STREATOR

Student Discipleship Retreat at Streator Baptist Camp on Friday, April 10 - Saturday, April 11, 2026. Watch for more information!

16 - 17 Apr

5:00 pm - 5:00 pm

View Detail

2027 PRIORITY: WOMEN’S CONFERENCE

About: Priority is a gathering of like-minded women intentional about being a disciple who makes disciples. At Priority, women celebrate God’s faithfulness through worship and studying God’s word; equip themselves to live as a follower of Jesus through educational breakout sessions and leave ready to return to their area of ministry reminded that they are […]

23 - 24 Apr

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

View Detail

SBC ANNUAL MEETING & PASTOR’S CONFERENCE

Make plans to join other Southern Baptists in Orlando at the Orange County Convention Center for four days of worship, equipping, and connection. With nearly 200 events, meetings, and gatherings taking place throughout the week, you’ll engage with leaders from across the nation—encouraged in your calling, equipped for your mission, and inspired for the work ahead.

06 - 09 Jun

View Detail