June is JOY Month at Baker Memorial Church!

…so that my joy will be in you and your joy will be complete.
John 15:10-12

Worship: "Joy for All of God’s Kids"

Sunday, June 2 at 9:30 am

  • Fellowship Time in Baker Hall
  • Pride and Joy Presentation by leaders of Tri-City PFLAG (genevatricities.pflag.org). Learn what PFLAG does at the national and local chapter level for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them. Join us to find out how you can make a difference in our community. There will be a Q & A session after the presentation. “To create a caring, just, and affirming world for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.

Worship: "The Joy of God"

Sunday, June 9 at 9:30 am

  • Featuring Baker’s Jazz Ensemble
  • Fellowship Time in Baker Hall
  • Say More Conversation on Inclusivity within Baker Memorial UMC

Special Family Event: "Choosing Joy!" with Carrie Wisehart

Saturday, June 15 from 6-8 pm
We are thrilled to have speaker, teacher, worship leader and author Carrie Wisehart at this special event to present Choosing Joy! The program will provide ready to use ideas for sparking joy in your families! Parents, grandparents, and youth aged 11 and up are encouraged to attend—and anyone who wants a boost of joy in their life. (carriewisehart.com)

  • Adults and youth meet in Wiley Hall.
  • Childcare and special programming for children 10 and under will be provided onsite. Youth 11 and up will participate with parents.
  • Pizza and beverages will be served.
  • Register HERE or on church app by June 12.

Worship: "The Joy of Faith & Family" with Guest Preacher Carrie Wisehart

Sunday, June 16 at 9:30 am

  • Fellowship Time in Baker Hall
  • Special Music for Father’s Day: Baker Men’s Ensemble
  • Fellowship Time in Baker Hall and Q & A with Carrie

Worship: "Complete Joy" with Special Guest Author Reese Carney

Sunday, June 23 at 9:30 am

  • Vacation Bible School Kick-off
  • Fellowship Time with fresh cotton candy made just for us. How sweet is that?

Tri-Methodist VBS: Food Truck Party

VBS Monday, June 24-Friday, June 28 from 9-11:30 am
Food Truck Party Tri-City Methodist VBS! We’re on a roll with God. Sign up today to join the fun. For Pre-K thru 5th grade at Baker Memorial from 9-11:30 am. Registration is closed.
VBS Celebration Thursday, June 27 at Noon
Lunch at yummy grilled cheese food truck Hippie Gourmet Grilled Cheese! Note: the food truck will be onsite from 11 am to 1 pm and is open to the public.

Worship: "The Joy of Serving"

Sunday, June 30 at 9:30 am

  • Fellowship Time in Baker Hall
  • Learn about summer local service opportunities: Northern Illinois Food Bank, Hesed House, Lazarus House, and more!