Hurricane Creek Church of the Brethren

Hurricane Creek Church of the Brethren Sunday Services:
9:30 a.m. Sunday School
10:15 a.m. Worship I have been ask many times; just “who and what” is The Church of the Brethren. Praise His Holy Name!

Back in the 18th century, there was strong governmental control of the church, with no tolerance for diversity. Five men and three women took refuge in Schwaizenau, Germany where they gathered at the Eder River for the baptism of these adults (illegal since only baptism of infants was allowed). This group called themselves “Brethren.”

This group made their way to America in 1719 and settled in Ge

rmantown, PA. The American Industrial Revolution brought about a three way split in the group. Alexander Mack of Holland was the leader of the largest group known as German Baptist Brethren. Simon Menno also of Holland became the leader of the Mennonite, and Jacob Amman of Switzerland stayed with the old world Brethren as Amish. The Hurricane Creek German Baptist Brethren congregation was established in 1843. Out church building was built in 1874 and moved to its current location in Pleasant Mound in 1908, along with a name change to Church of the Brethren in 1908 also. Our basement fellowship hall was dug out in 1942 and 1943 to celebrate 100 years. Our foyer and restrooms were added in 1995 with the rear family room done in 1999. We are currently remodeling our sanctuary, replacing the sagging tile ceiling and dark paneling. God has blessed us richly!

04/01/2026

April Ministry Team Rotation Schedule
Sunday, April 5 - Sunday School only (We celebrated Christ's Resurrection on Palm Sunday.)
Sunday, April 12 - Brother Boone Carruthers
Sunday, April 19 - Brother Kevin Childers
Sunday, April 26 - Brother Terry Walters

Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m.
Worship is at 10:15 a.m.
Everyone is welcome!

01/06/2026

We will celebrate Christ's Resurrection on Palm Sunday, March 29, 2026. Worship is at 10:00 a.m., followed by a potluck brunch/lunch. After the meal there will be an interactive Youth Bible Story & an egg hunt for the kids. Hope to see you there!

01/06/2026

Ministry Team Rotation:
January 11 - Brother Boone Carruthers
January 18 - Brother David Draege
January 25 - Brother Terry Walters

Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m.
Worship is at 10:15 a.m.

10/30/2025

Sunday, December 7, we will celebrate Christmas. Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Worship at 10:15 a.m. will feature an interactive Youth Story and the Christmas Program, "No Room at the Inn." After worship is our Soup/Sandwich/Finger Food Potluck. Following the meal is our Christmas Party with games for all ages and a $1 gift exchange. Christmas treats will be distributed that day. Hope to see you there!

10/22/2025

November Preaching Rotation -
Sunday, November 2 - Brother Terry Walters
Sunday, November 9 - Brother Boone Carruthers
Sunday, November 16 - Brother David Draege
Sunday, November 23 - Thanksgiving potluck brunch 10:00 a.m. followed by decorating the church building for Christmas
Sunday, November 30 - Brother Terry Walters

09/11/2025

Preaching rotation:
Sunday, September 14 - Bro. Boone Carruthers
Sunday, September 21 - Bro. Terry Walters
Sunday, September 28 - Bro. Terry Walters

Sunday, October 5 - Annual Outdoor Worship followed by Sunday School Picnic, in Pavilion 2, in Silver Lake Park, in Highland, IL. Worship begins at 10:00 a.m.

Sunday, October 19, we will have council meeting during worship time (10:15 a.m.)

07/17/2025

The preacher for this coming Sunday, July 20 is Brother Terry Walters. Sunday, July 27, we will have Sunday School only, beginning at 9:30 a.m. The first Sunday of August, August 3, there will be no services, due to a large family reunion. Stay tuned for upcoming special events and the preaching rotation for the rest of August. Hope to see you soon! S.S. 9:30 a.m., Worship 10:15 a.m.

08/20/2024

Address

1848 Pleasant Mound Avenue
Smithboro, IL
62284

Opening Hours

9:30am - 11:15pm

Telephone

(618) 425-3723

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