LoveJoy United Presbyterian Church

LoveJoy United Presbyterian Church We’re a welcoming community rooted in Christ’s love. At LoveJoy United, you’ll find joy in worship, friends in community, and purpose in serving others.

Everyone’s welcome—just as you are. At LoveJoy United Presbyterian Church (PCUSA), we believe God’s love is for everyone—without exception. Rooted in Christ’s example, our mission is simple but powerful: to be a welcoming community of faithful disciples, joyfully serving through compassion, mission, and all-inclusive grace. As a Matthew 25 congregation, we are committed to dismantling structural r

acism, eradicating systemic poverty, and building a vital, engaged community of faith. As a More Light congregation, we celebrate the full inclusion of LGBTQIA+ people in the life and leadership of the church. At LoveJoy United, you’ll find a diverse and welcoming family where faith is nurtured, questions are welcomed, and service is central. Whether you’ve been a lifelong Presbyterian, are exploring faith for the first time, or are looking for a church home where you can bring your whole self, there is a place for you here. Come as you are. Discover the joy of worship, the strength of community, and the call to serve together in Christ’s name. You will discover this church home to be a place where you will matter because you really matter to God!

We had a great time feeding and dining with our neighbors this morning at Saturday Cafe! Thanks to First Pres Alton for ...
09/05/2026

We had a great time feeding and dining with our neighbors this morning at Saturday Cafe! Thanks to First Pres Alton for hosting this each week and thanks to our church members who both provided the meal and served it!

09/01/2026

Discipleship was never about avoiding hard things, it's about following Jesus even when it costs us something. But here's the good news: the road that leads to the cross doesn't end there. It leads through it.

Miss worship on Sunday? Take the sermon to go with our podcast!
08/11/2026

Miss worship on Sunday? Take the sermon to go with our podcast!

LoveJoy United Podcast · Episode

08/11/2026

Doubt isn't the opposite of faith, rather it's an honest part of it.

In this week's sermon, we unpack the story of Peter stepping out of the boat and sinking into the waves. It's tempting to think doubt means we've failed. But doubt is just being honest about the storms we're in. The good news is that Jesus is Lord over the waters and over our doubts.

Whether you're sinking, swimming, or walking on water today, you're not alone. 🌊

We give thanks that Herbert Peel of blessed memory, LoveJoy United's Poet Laureate, was posthumously inducted into the A...
08/08/2026

We give thanks that Herbert Peel of blessed memory, LoveJoy United's Poet Laureate, was posthumously inducted into the Alton High School Wall of Fame this week!

Ten people have been added to the Alton High School Wall of Fame. The honor mostly recognizes Alton High graduates who have contributed significantly to their community, achieved exceptional lifetimes

Address

2550 Rock Hill Rd
Wood River, IL
62095

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 2pm
Tuesday 9am - 2pm
Wednesday 9am - 2pm
Thursday 9am - 2pm
Friday 9am - 2pm
Sunday 9am - 12pm

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+16182545880

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