Cahill's - FM Missions
Missionaries in Asia: Thom & Sherry Cahill
We’re thrilled to welcome Thom and Sherry Cahill on September 20th as they share about their ministry with the Free Methodist Church in Asia.
The Cahills will share stories and updates from the field! It’s a wonderful opportunity to see how God is using them to raise up and equip leaders across Asia—and to celebrate how prayers and support are helping make this ministry possible.
Women's Retreat at Sky Lodge
Sky Lodge Women’s Retreat
Come away, connect, and worship together!
Join a group of women from our church and community for a special time of worship, fellowship, encouragement, and renewal at Sky Lodge Christian Camp.
Whether you’re part of our congregation or looking for an opportunity to connect with other Christian women, you are welcome to join us! This is a wonderful chance to step away from the busyness of everyday life, grow in faith, and enjoy time together in a beautiful setting.
Interested in attending? Contact our church secretary at 815-338-3180 for more information and to reserve your place.
Carpooling will be available, making it easy to travel together and enjoy the retreat from the moment we leave!
Worship and Communion
Join us for Worship and Communion at 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School at 8:30 a.m.
Our communion is an open table. You need not be a member of the Free Methodist Church. All who have confessed their sin and profess faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior are welcome to partake in Holy Communion.
Worship and Communion
Join us for Worship and Communion at 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School at 8:30 a.m.
Our communion is an open table. You need not be a member of the Free Methodist Church. All who have confessed their sin and profess faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior are welcome to partake in Holy Communion.
Worship and Communion
Join us for Worship and Communion at 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School at 8:30 a.m.
Our communion is an open table. You need not be a member of the Free Methodist Church. All who have confessed their sin and profess faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior are welcome to partake in Holy Communion.
Worship and Communion
Join us for Worship and Communion at 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School at 8:30 a.m.
Our communion is an open table. You need not be a member of the Free Methodist Church. All who have confessed their sin and profess faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior are welcome to partake in Holy Communion.
WESTERN HOEDOWN
You're Invited to Our Western Hoedown Church Picnic!🌵
Saddle up and join us for an afternoon of great food, family fun, and fellowship!
📅 Sunday, August 30
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
We're especially excited to welcome our nearby neighbors. Whether you're new to the area or have lived here for years, we'd love to get to know you.
🌟 Come and Enjoy:
🍗 Delicious pulled pork and chicken
🎯 Western-themed games and activities
👨👩👧👦 Fun for the whole family
🤝 A welcoming community and new friendships
Everyone is welcome, so invite your family, friends, and neighbors. We can't wait to share a meal, make memories, and enjoy a wonderful afternoon together!
You're warmly invited to worship with us at 9:30 a.m. before the picnic. Or if you'd prefer to simply stop by for the Western Hoedown at 11:00 a.m., we'd be just as happy to welcome you. No worship attendance is required to enjoy the picnic!
Worship and Communion 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 8:30 a.m.
Join us for Worship and Communion at 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School at 8:30 a.m.
Our communion is an open table. You need not be a member of the Free Methodist Church. All who have confessed their sin and profess faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior are welcome to partake in Holy Communion.
Holy Hoedown! Church Picnic
Come for Worship at 9:30 a.m. and stay for our Holy Hoedown Picnic.
Wear your western wear (hat, boots, bandana).
Building Renovation Dedication
We warmly welcome our contractors, church neighbors, congregation,
friends, and all who helped make this vision a reality.
Join us as we give thanks and dedicate these improvements
to the glory of God and the service of all who enter.
Baptism & New Member Sunday
Join us for a special celebration on Sunday, June 28th as we witness the joy of baptism and welcome new members into our church family. This is a meaningful morning for our entire congregation. Plan to join us as we surround those taking this important step in their faith journey.
Easter Sunday
Join us as we celebrate the Risen Savior!
8:30 a.m. - Potluck Brunch
9:00 a.m. - Decorate the Living Cross
9:30 a.m. - Easter Worship Service
Maundy Thursday Worship
Join us for a meaningful time of reflection and worship as we prepare for Good Friday and Easter.
Maundy Thursday Worship remembers the night Jesus shared the Last Supper and called His followers to love and serve one another.
Palm Sunday
Join us as we celebrate with worship, Scripture, and reflection.
During this special service, each person will receive a palm branch as a reminder of Christ’s humility, His love for all people, and the events that lead to His sacrifice and resurrection.
Celebration Sunday/Society Meeting/Potluck Lunch
Celebration Sunday – LOVE ONE ANOTHER Capital Giving Campaign
Join us as we bring our commitments before the Lord and celebrate what God is doing among us.
Following worship, we will hold our Annual Church Society Meeting, including ministry updates, a financial overview, and voting for leadership.
A potluck lunch will follow the meeting. Please bring a dish to pass and stay to enjoy fellowship together.
Tea Party at LaBella Healthcare
An old-fashioned Tea Party will be held with our neighbors at LaBella Healthcare. This will be our first tea with LaBella residents, though not the first hosted by Julie and Woodstock Free Methodist Church. The ladies—and gentlemen—will enjoy a short program, tea, and mini tea snacks, and will be made to feel especially welcomed and valued.
If you are interested in helping with preparation, serving, or simply sharing conversation and hospitality, please see Julie. This is a meaningful opportunity to extend Christ’s love through fellowship and presence.
Make it stand out
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Scout Sunday
Join us as we celebrate Scout Sunday! Cub Pack 350 and Troop 329 will join us in worship, leading the flag ceremony, reading Scripture, helping with offering, and providing music during the offertory. A few Scouts will also take part in a brief question-and-answer time, sharing what Scouting means to them.
We invite everyone to stay and enjoy fellowship following the service.
Make it stand out
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
New Year's Eve Party - Ping-pong Tournament and Dessert Cook-off
You’re invited to our Annual Ping-Pong Tournament & Cook-Off!
Invite your neighbors, family, and friends and join us for a relaxed evening full of fun, games, and good food.
Do you have a dessert that deserves fame and glory? Enter our Dessert Bake-off and see if you can wow the judges! If not into ping-pong, we’ll have board games, or bring your own favorite to play.
We will supply the pizza and soda, and if you’d like, you can bring a snack to share.
We can’t wait to see you! All are welcome.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship and Communion
Celebrate the hope and joy of Christmas with us on Christmas Eve at 4:00 PM. This meaningful candlelight communion service will include Scripture and music. All are warmly invited.
Living Nativity (Indoors)
Join us on a candlelit walk to Bethlehem where costumed characters bring the story of Jesus birth to life.
Stay and fellowship after the event and partake of light snacks and beverage.
Sweet Fellowship - Ice Cream Social
Join us after worship for our Sweet Fellowship Ice Cream Social.
Church Picnic - Islands of Grace
Join us for our Annual Church Picnic
Islands of Grace
Saved by Grace, Gathered in JOY
Easter - Resurrection Sunday
8:30 - 9:15 Potluck Breakfast
9:15-9:30 Decorate the Living Cross
9:30 Easter Worship - Christ Has Risen!
Pastor Randy Booth
Annual Society Meeting & Potluck Fellowship
After Worship
Join us to celebrate and reflect on God's work at WFMC
the past year and plan for the year ahead.
A Potluck Fellowship will follow - Bring a dish to share!
New Year's Eve Ping-pong Tournament, Appetizer Cook-off, Games, Fellowship & Food
Join us for our annual ping pong tournament and appetizer cooking challenge.
It’s an evening of fellowship and fun with food provided. (Pizza and soda.) Bring a dish to share if you wish.
Advent & Christmas Eve Worship Services
December 22, 2024 9:30 a.m.
Fourth Sunday of Advent: Angel Candle
December 24, 2024 4:00 p.m. Candlelight Service and Communion
Christmas Eve: Christ Candle
"Journey to Bethlehem" - Live Nativity - The Christmas Story
Join us on an indoor narrated Journey to Bethlehem where costumed characters bring the Christmas story to life.
