Poplar Grove United Methodist Church

06/03/2026

Family fun for all ages this Friday, June 5!

Join the Belvidere Fire Department for the School's Out Hydrant Block Party! 🚒

Bring the family out for an evening of summer fun, community, and water activities! Enjoy:

🍦 Sips and Sprinkles ice cream truck
🏰 The Play House bounce house
🚐 Belvidere Park District Rec Mobile
🚔 Belvidere Police Department
💧 Water fun
🎉 And more!

📍 Location: Belvidere Park on Lincoln Avenue
📅 Date: Friday, June 5, 2026
⏰ Time: 5–7 PM

After the Hydrant Block Party, stick around for even more family fun! 🎬 The Belvidere Park District will be showing Lilo & Stitch at 7:45 PM at the Baltic Mill Stage as part of their Movies in the Park series.

Come cool off, connect with the community, and enjoy a full evening of family-friendly fun in Belvidere!

06/01/2026

Less than two weeks until Poplar Grove's Neighbor's Fest!

06/01/2026

This past week, we had the honor of holding a Celebration of Life for one of our members. He was a farmer, a veteran, a husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a dear friend to many here in our community. It was amazing to see the so many people come together and arrange such a special tribute to honor him. He will be greatly missed. Rest in paradise, Wayne.

06/01/2026

"God meets us where we are. Whether we come full of faith or needing strength, the Spirit welcomes and equips us."

06/01/2026

Looking for something fun and crafty to do? Ida Public Library in Belvidere, Illinois has got your covered!

Summer Registration Now Open! Register by phone 815-544-3838; on our website; or use this link: https://forms.gle/2SAXQwjtoAS56bvv7

05/26/2026

We remember and honor those who served and gave everything.

05/25/2026

Yesterday, we not only celebrated Pentecost Sunday, but we also welcomed a new member into our congregation. May God continue to bless you and your family, Lee. We are so happy to have you here!

05/20/2026

Good afternoon, friends. During Sunday's worship service, Pastor Carolyn shared something with the congregation in her sermon that beautiful correlated with Phil's message the week before during our Laity Sunday service. "Christ has been made the head of the church, his body. His body, the church, is the fullness of Christ. Friends, there is no Plan B. WE are the church today. We are Christ's body in this place and time. WE are the hands and feet of Jesus in this corner of the world. Christ is fully present in the world today because Christ's church is full present in the world today."

Her words were a beautiful reminder of what we are capable of as Christians when we represent Christ and our church in today's world. How will you be present in our community? How will you act as the hands and feet of Christ to help others today?

05/20/2026

It has been just over a week since this family lost everything in a devastating house fire. Donations are still being accepted at Village Hall in Poplar Grove.

Donations can also be brought to the church Mon-Fri between 9am-2pm, and our office admin with take them to the elementary school for the family.

Thank you for your support!

Our hearts are with our neighbors at 389 Westergren after the devastating house fire they experienced. They have lost everything and are currently in need of essential items and clothing.

The Village is helping collect donations for the family. Donations can be dropped off during normal business hours at Village Hall located at:

📍 200 North Hill Street
Poplar Grove, Illinois

Current clothing needs include:
• Mom – Women’s Large
• Dad – Adult Medium
• Son – Boys Size 10/12
• Daughter – Girls Size 7/8

Items such as toiletries, hygiene products, blankets, gift cards, and other everyday essentials would also be greatly appreciated.

Please share this post so we can help get this family what they need. As the family lets us know of additional needs, this post will be updated.

Thank you to our amazing community for always coming together to support neighbors in need. ❤️

05/20/2026

Seniors looking for a great way to stay active? Our friends at Senior Connections have you covered.

Pssst... want to know the best way to start your Thursday? 😉
🪑 Chair Fitness at Senior Connections – 10:00 AM sharp!
Stephanie (certified fitness pro) will lead you through a fun, feel-good workout that proves you don't need a gym to get moving.
Oh, and did we mention it's FREE?
Grab your water bottle and come join the fun! 💪
📅 Thursdays at 10:00 AM
📍 Senior Connections, Belvidere