Evangelical
United Church of Christ
Godfrey, Illinois
"Come learn of me."
United Church of Christ
Godfrey, Illinois
"Come learn of me."
"All your children will be disciples of the Lord_
I will make peace abound for your children."
Isaiah 54:13
I will make peace abound for your children."
Isaiah 54:13
October 2026 Calendar
Thursday, October 1 5:30pm Bells
7:00pm Choir
Sunday, October 4 8:30am COFFEE Adult Sunday School
10:00am Worship
Sunday School
11:00am Journey Adult Sunday School
Coffee Hour
5:00pm Youth Group
Monday, October 5 12:00pm Men’s Bible Study
Tuesday, October 6 6:00pm Women’s Fellowship Board Meeting
Thursday, October 8 5:30pm Bells
7:00pm Choir
Friday, October 9 6:00pm Our Friday Club
Sunday, October 11 8:30am COFFEE Adult Sunday School
10:00am Worship
Sunday School
11:00am Journey Adult Sunday School
Coffee Hour
5:00pm Youth Group
Monday, October 12 CHURCH OFFICE IS CLOSED FOR COLUMBUS DAY
10:00am H.I.S. Ministry
Tuesday, October 13 6:00pm Elder’s Meeting
6:00pm Trustee’s Meeting
7:00pm Consistory Meeting
Thursday, October 15 5:30pm Bells
7:00pm Choir
Friday, October 16 5:30pm Trunk or Treat
7:00pm Middle School Dance
Sunday, October 18 8:30am COFFEE Adult Sunday School
10:00am Worship
Sunday School
11:00am Journey Adult Sunday School
Coffee Hour
5:00pm Youth Group
Wednesday, October 21 4:00pm- Parent Teacher Conferences
8:00pm
Thursday, October 22 4:00pm- Parent Teacher Conferences
8:00pm
5:30pm Bells
Choir
Sunday, October 25 8:30am COFFEE Adult Sunday School
10:00am Worship
Sunday School
11:00am Journey Adult Sunday School
Coffee Hour
5:00pm Youth Group
Tuesday, October 27 6:00pm School Board Meeting
Thursday, October 29 5:30pm Bells
7:00pm Choir
Welcome to Evangelical United Church of Christ
1212 W. Homer Adams Parkway
Godfrey, IL 62035
Worship/ Sunday School at 10:00am
Godfrey, IL 62035
Worship/ Sunday School at 10:00am
Evangelical United Church of Christ is a multi-generational congregation
who proudly celebrated our 175th Anniversary in 2025. Founded in Alton,
Illinois, in 1850, we moved to Godfrey in 1968. Nestled along the Mississippi, Godfrey is a suburban village situated 27 miles north of St. Louis, MO. Evangelical UCC values diverse theological perspectives. Evangelical in our name describes our tradition and heritage not a narrowly defined political view. We were part of the German Evangelical Synod which later merged with the German Reformed Church in 1934. In 1957 the Evangelical and Reformed denomination merged with the Congregational Christian Churches to become the United Church of Christ.
Our worship service is traditional. It is broadcast live on WBGZ radio (1570AM, 107.1 FM) in Alton at 10:00 am every Saturday. Our campus houses a private Christian school, pre-school through eighth. Join us as we pursue an active growing faith!
From the Youth Pastor's Desk
Radio Broadcast
There are two ways to listen to the live Sunday morning church service broadcast over WBGZ radio. The first is over the radio by way of AM channel 1570 or FM channel 107.1. The FM broadcast is higher quality audio.
The second way to listen is through WBGZ’s streaming service. The streaming service requires either a cellular or Internet connection. The live stream broadcast can be heard anywhere you have Internet access, including internationally.
The stream can be heard over the “Big Z Media” app. The app is downloadable from the app stores. The app can also be downloaded directly from the “Advantagenews.com” web site. The live stream is available on both the “advantagenews.com” website and the “Big Z Media” app.
Archived services are available from the “Advantagenews.com” website, submenu item Podcasts & Multimedia, then submenu item Evangelical Church Service. The most recent service and the services from a number of previous weeks are listed.
The second way to listen is through WBGZ’s streaming service. The streaming service requires either a cellular or Internet connection. The live stream broadcast can be heard anywhere you have Internet access, including internationally.
The stream can be heard over the “Big Z Media” app. The app is downloadable from the app stores. The app can also be downloaded directly from the “Advantagenews.com” web site. The live stream is available on both the “advantagenews.com” website and the “Big Z Media” app.
Archived services are available from the “Advantagenews.com” website, submenu item Podcasts & Multimedia, then submenu item Evangelical Church Service. The most recent service and the services from a number of previous weeks are listed.
Church Staff
“Jesus said, “For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.”” – Mark 10:45
- Administrative AssistantMeghan Pritchett is always ready to answer your questions. You can call anytime Monday - Thursday 8:30 - 4:00 and Fridays 8:30 a.m. until noon.
tel: 618-466- 6077
euccgodfrey@gmail.com - Director of Youth Ministries and Christian EducationTim Sandifer has been leading our youth and directing our Sunday School programs since 2004. Our youth groups meet weekly and go on mission trips in the summers. He has also taught some religion classes in our school, Evangelical Schools - K-8 and Preschool ages 3-5yrs.
- Director of ChoirsSusan Parton-Stanard has been directing our Vocal and Handbell choirs since 2006. Her skill and enthusiasm is very contagious and our choirs are inspiring.
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The Children's Moment
The Sunday Object Lesson
OUR SCHOOLS
Evangelical School for the Young Years
Ages 3 and 4
Evangelical Elementary School
K - 8
Ages 3 and 4
Evangelical Elementary School
K - 8
Pastor's Desk
Dear Friends,
As the Search Committee continues its work to find a qualified settled senior pastor, the Elders are responsible for identifying individuals who will lead our Sunday worship services during this time of transition. Below you will find the worship leadership schedule for October and November.
Pastor Tim Sandifer will lead worship on September 27, 2026, and on any Sunday when we celebrate communion.
We are pleased to welcome Angela Nolan, a UCC Member in Discernment and will graduate in May with a Master of Divinity degree from Eden Seminary. Angela is active in the conference and serves as a conference W.I.S.E. member. She is a member of St. John’s UCC in Brighton and lives with her family in Shipman. Please extend a warm welcome to Angela as she worships and shares with us.
Our own Irene Gulvosen will lead worship on a couple of Sundays in November. We will also welcome Angie Hausmann in November. Angie is a member of St. Paul’s UCC in Lebanon and serves as pulpit supply for that congregation. She has also served as interim Director of Dubois Camp while the conference searched for a new director.
Ginny Ilch will be available to provide funeral services if the need arises, and HIS Ministry will continue caring for our shut-ins. Please contact the church office with any pastoral care concerns or needs.
Thank you for your continued support, prayers, and participation as we move through this season of transition together.
September 27, 2026 Tim Sandifer
October 4, 2026 Communion Tim Sandifer
October 11, 2026 Angela Nolan
October 18, 2026 Angela Nolan
October 25, 2026 Angela Nolan
November 1, 2026 (All Saints. Day) Communion Tim Sandifer
November 8, 2026 Irene Gulvosen
November 15, 2026 Angie Hausmann
November 22, 2026 Irene Gulvosen
November 29, 2026 (First Sunday of Advent)
Communion Tim Sandifer
As the Search Committee continues its work to find a qualified settled senior pastor, the Elders are responsible for identifying individuals who will lead our Sunday worship services during this time of transition. Below you will find the worship leadership schedule for October and November.
Pastor Tim Sandifer will lead worship on September 27, 2026, and on any Sunday when we celebrate communion.
We are pleased to welcome Angela Nolan, a UCC Member in Discernment and will graduate in May with a Master of Divinity degree from Eden Seminary. Angela is active in the conference and serves as a conference W.I.S.E. member. She is a member of St. John’s UCC in Brighton and lives with her family in Shipman. Please extend a warm welcome to Angela as she worships and shares with us.
Our own Irene Gulvosen will lead worship on a couple of Sundays in November. We will also welcome Angie Hausmann in November. Angie is a member of St. Paul’s UCC in Lebanon and serves as pulpit supply for that congregation. She has also served as interim Director of Dubois Camp while the conference searched for a new director.
Ginny Ilch will be available to provide funeral services if the need arises, and HIS Ministry will continue caring for our shut-ins. Please contact the church office with any pastoral care concerns or needs.
Thank you for your continued support, prayers, and participation as we move through this season of transition together.
September 27, 2026 Tim Sandifer
October 4, 2026 Communion Tim Sandifer
October 11, 2026 Angela Nolan
October 18, 2026 Angela Nolan
October 25, 2026 Angela Nolan
November 1, 2026 (All Saints. Day) Communion Tim Sandifer
November 8, 2026 Irene Gulvosen
November 15, 2026 Angie Hausmann
November 22, 2026 Irene Gulvosen
November 29, 2026 (First Sunday of Advent)
Communion Tim Sandifer
