Leaf River Baptist Church

Leaf River Baptist Church is a community of believers. We believe that together, in fellowship, we grow closer to God and one another. The Bible speaks about iron sharpening iron, and we believe that together we grow stronger.

Jesus calls for us to go outside the walls to reach the lost and the broken. While many churches find it more comfortable to sit inside, we strive to go outside the walls of the church and engage the lost and dying around us.

Leaf River is a village with fewer than 500 people. That size truly allows us to have an impact on the entire community. While Ogle County has roughly 50,000 people, we have found that about 80% do not attend an authentic Bible-teaching church. This drives us to boldly proclaim the Gospel to everyone around us.

To the new Family Pastor, I want to let you know about the amazing opportunity awaiting you in Leaf River. Currently, there are no children's or youth ministries in the village, and there are families in the community who are seeking activities and community for their kids. There is a basketball goal and community park right in the middle of town. This would be a great "outdoor office" for you as our next pastor. There is also a nice and mostly renovated community center right in the middle of the village, allowing for great children's or youth ministry activities. Of course, the church is available as well, but we are just a little bit outside of town. Additionally, you will not be alone in ministry. I (Pastor Billy) am seeking a young pastor to mentor and grow into a leader and pastor who can have an enormous impact for the Lord.

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