We're so glad you're here!
Christ UMC has been worshipping with the people of Rockford since 1956. Since then, we've grown an array of ministries for children, youth, adults, and families to gather, grow, and go together to love and serve Jesus Christ, our community, and the world beyond.
Worship With Us
Whether you're new to the Rockford community or just searching for a church home, we would love to meet you at one of our Sunday worship services. Pick a service time that works best for you and come introduce yourself, or tune in online to see what a service at Christ UMC is like.
We hope to see you soon!
Casual service
dining room (door #6)
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TRADITIONAL SERVICE
SANCTUARY (door #2)
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Online LIVESTREAM
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Organist/Pianist (part time: 6 hours/week): The Organist/Pianist is responsible for playing at regular Sunday worship service(s), special services, and accompanying Sanctuary choir and soloists during rehearsals and worship.
For a full job description and to apply, visit Jobs page.
What's New at Christ UMC?
Ministries at Christ United Methodist Church are alive and thriving!
Stay up-to-date by checking this page for a quick list of upcoming
events, and read the weekly eNews for more announcements.
Coat/Snowpants Collection
October 20, 27
The Outreach Committee will collect new or slightly used winter coats and snowpants for preschool and elementary children in Rockford. Donations may be brought on Sundays, October 20 and 27. Please place items in the Outreach Committee cupboard along the south wall in Fellowship Hall as you enter door #2.
Trunk-or-Treat
October 23
Wear your costumes and join us in the parking lot from 6:00-7:00 pm for Trunk-or-Treating fun!
Volunteers and trunk decorators needed! If you can help, contact Joy at jhayag@christumc.cc.
Candy donations are also appreciated and will be accepted in Fellowship hall until the event.
Discover God's World Walking Group
October 29
On Tuesday, October 29 at 9:00 AM, Join us at Winnebago County Forest Preserve Headquarters (5500 Northrock Dr., Rockford) to enjoy God’s handiwork as the trees explode with color! Park/meet in the first lot to the right after entering off Bauer Pkwy.
We’ll walk along a ¾ mile paved path with gentle hills that circle the quarry and the restored prairie and has several benches for a rest if needed. For the adventurous, we can extend our walk ¼ mile on a level, mowed path through the marsh and floodplain forest in its fall foliage glory with views of the river. The forest area is home to species of woodpeckers and owls.
Restrooms/drinking fountain available.
Fall Leadership Training
On Saturday, September 14, Christ UMC’s Vision Committee hosted Leadership Training for all committee and ministry team members. Watch the recorded training below to learn more about the state of our church, and hear a special presentation from Rev. Dr. Steve Bullmer about discerning the will of God.
4509 Highcrest Road • Rockford, IL 61107
Located in a vibrant neighborhood just east of downtown Rockford, our campus includes our main center for worship and ministry, a preschool center, counseling offices, and our church offices.
Office Hours
Monday-Thursday: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
(815) 399-5910
Our Campus
