Find your crew.
Alpha
Next course starting Spring 2027
Alpha is a 10-week course designed to explore the big questions of life and faith. Each week, we share a meal, watch a short talk, and have an open conversation. If you’re new to faith, want to learn more about God, or simply want to meet new people, Alpha is a great place to connect.
Ax Bible Study: Through the Word
Text Ann 309-531-0946 for more info
A group for men and women to study the Bible together. This group will meet weekly to go through through 1 Peter. If you would love to focus on one book of the Bible with other people and learn how to apply it to your life, this would be a great place for you!
Ax Church Homeschool Group
Text Sarah 815-326-3555 for more info
A community for homeschool families in our church. The group meets weekly for hikes and monthly for field trips. If your family homeschools, we’d love to help you get connected with other homeschool families!
Ax Students
Text Sarah 815-326-3555 for more info or sign up on the app
Ax Students is the youth ministry of our church, meeting weekly to hang out, learn about God, and have fun. If you’re a student in 9th–12th grade, this is a great place to get connected!
Ax Women
Text Brandi 815-252-4071 for more info or sign up on the app
A group for women in every season of life. We gather every other week to grow in our faith, learn more about God, and build meaningful friendships. If you’re looking for Christian women who will encourage you in your faith, this is a great place to start!
Ax Young Adults
Text Kaylee 815-830-6297 for more info
A group for ages 18–30 that meets for Bible studies and hangouts. Whether you’re single, dating, or married, this is a great community to find friendship and grow in your faith.
Financial Peace University
Next course starting 2027
A course to help you find freedom in the area of finances. If you want practical steps when it comes to getting out of debt and building wealth, this course is for you!
Illinois Valley Motherhood Collective
Text Esther 815-303-3935 for more info
A monthly gathering for mothers to connect, learn, and share about all things birth and motherhood. Whether you’re pregnant, recently had a baby, or are raising children, you don’t have to do it alone. This is a place to connect with other moms in the same season of life.
Join a Team at Ax
Text Brandi 815-252-4071 for more info or sign up on the app
Serving is a great way to meet people and build relationships within our church community. If a group isn’t the right fit for you, consider joining a team and getting connected while serving alongside others!