What’s Happening
For a list of additional COMMUNITY EVENTS hosted at Baker Memorial, click here to go to our Community Connection page.
AdultEd
Sundays • 10:45am
Get connected with AdultEd small groups. It’s a perfect way to renew your mind and set your week on the right path with God and others. Click here to view programming on Sundays and scheduled weekdays.
Volunteer & Serve Others
Many opportunities!
Serving Christ here, near, and far away is our motto. Here at Baker Memorial UMC, serving others is a fundamental aspect of life. We have many opportunities! Go here to connect to our Volunteer page.
St. Charles Farmers Market
FridayS thru October • 8am-1pm
New location for 2025! You’ll find it at Riverside Ave and State, just west of the St Charles Fire Department in front of the old police department and North of the Municipal Center complex. There is plenty of parking.
October Worship Series
SUndays, October 5-26 • 9:30am
Our October worship series will utilize the parables of Jesus to illustrate the ways God’s blessings impact people’s lives, values and commitments. Stories from the gospel of Luke of excessive sowers, courageous Samaritans, lavish meals and joyful parties will shine a light on God’s extravagant giving.
Trunk or Treat
Sunday, October 26 • 12:30-2pm
Join us for this fall family fun community event. Bring kids in costume and with a bag to collect treats. It is located at the Rt 64 and 3rd Ave parking lot. Want to host a trunk or donate? Click here.
Women’s Bunco
Sunday, November 2 • 2-4pm
Come for fun and games at Bunco. Don’t know how to play? It’s easy—we’ll teach you. Bring a favorite snack to share, if you like. Please sign up for this UWFAith event on the church app or here.
One O’Clock Book Group
Monday, November 3 • 1pm
The group meets monthly on first Mondays in the parlor. All are welcome to join in this reading fellowship. The book for November is Women’s Hotel by Daniel M. Lavery. For more info, contact Shelley Campbell at sscbooks@sbcglobal.net.
Faith, Food & Fun
Wednesday, November 5 • 5:30pm
An intergenerational event with dinner, faith, and an activity for all ages. This month’s theme is Grateful Amen! We’re having a potluck. Bring a dish to pass. Sign up to attend on the church app or here. We begin the evening with dinner at 5:30 and end by 7pm. Free will offering.
NIL Food Bank Gang
Monday, November 17 • 9am
Join the Illinois Food Bank gang! A team of volunteers heads to the NIL Food Bank every month. Our shift runs from 9am until Noon. Want more information? Contact Betty Erickson at n9yfc@aol.com.
Gratitude Concert
Monday, November 24 • 7:30pm
Our Gratitude Concert with Stephen Uhl & Guests is a wonderful addition to Thanksgiving week. Join us for an evening of music, poetry, and prayers for thanksgiving and peace for our community, country and world. Open to the community. Free will offering.
Santa Breakfast
Saturday December 6 • 9am
Come for festive family fun. Enjoy Christmas activities, breakfast, visit with Santa, a story, and more! Get your tickets on the church app or here.