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Illinois Campers on Mission lose 2 volunteers in accident

March 12, 2026

“We’re all just one big family” is how Karen Mowers, Illinois Campers on Mission (COM) Secretary, described the volunteer evangelism ministry.

First person: Transitions and ‘true leadership’

March 3, 2026

Leadership transitions are common in life. A boss retires. An incumbent loses an election. A pastor moves to another church. A parent leaves or passes away. … Having experienced all those leadership transitions, I’ve learned they can be both good and bad, depending on the people, the situations and how well the transition is planned and implemented.

Young people and genuine experiences with God

February 13, 2026

Redefine your measurements for success if you want to reach the next generation, said Seth Conerly, pastor of Metro Community Church in Illinois.

5 reasons churches struggle to reach the next generation

January 30, 2026

The 2026 Illinois Leadership Summit, held in Springfield January 20-21, featured four main session speakers discussing the hard work needed to reach the next generation.

How to protect your church from freezing cold

January 26, 2026

Extreme cold and water pipes can be a bad combination. That was case Thursday (January 22) at Streator Baptist Camp in Streator, Illinois, when a water pipe in the kitchen ceiling froze and then burst creating a cold, wet and costly mess for the camp.

Illinois becomes first Midwestern state to legalize assisted suicide

December 15, 2025

With less than two weeks remaining before Christmas and two days before the start of Hanukkah, there was no big announcement or splashy public signing.

Foshie elected to lead Illinois Baptist State Association

December 9, 2025

Scott Foshie’s tenure as IBSA executive director officially begins April 1. But as of Jan. 1, he has a plan for his first 100 days. “In my apprenticeship season with Nate (Adams), which I am grateful for, I am also going to be in a deep listening season.”