About Us
Our Vision
Our vision is to be a faithful, Christ-centered church where lives are transformed by the truth of the Gospel, the power of God’s grace, and the love we are called to share with one another and the world.
We seek to be a church rooted in Scripture, guided by prayer, and shaped by a deep trust in God’s sovereignty. A place where faith is lived daily, not only spoken, and where people are encouraged to grow in wisdom, humility, and obedience to Christ.
We envision a community where all are welcomed, burdens are shared, and no one walks alone. A church that nurtures spiritual growth across generations, strengthens families, and equips believers to serve faithfully both within the church and beyond its walls.
Our desire is to reflect Christ in how we love, how we serve, and how we care for one another. To be a steady light in our community, offering hope, truth, and compassion in a changing world. Above all, our vision is to glorify God in all that we do, trusting Him to lead, sustain, and grow His church according to His will.
Rock Island Presbyterian Church
Rock Island Presbyterian Church
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What It Means to Be Presbyterian
To be Presbyterian is to live a faith grounded in grace, gratitude, and thoughtful service. Presbyterians believe that salvation is a gift from God through Jesus Christ, freely given, not earned. We do not come to church to be made right with God; we come because, through Christ, we already are. Worship is our response of thanksgiving for God’s love, mercy, and redemption.
Presbyterians value both faith and reason. We believe God gave us minds to think, ask questions, and seek understanding, and we are not afraid of new ideas or deeper conversations. Our tradition encourages spiritual growth that engages the heart, the soul, and the intellect.
Leadership in the Presbyterian Church is shared. Elders are elected by the congregation and serve together in prayerful discernment, seeking the guidance of the Holy Spirit as they care for the life and mission of the church. This reflects our belief in faithful, representative leadership rooted in Scripture.
Presbyterians believe faith must be lived beyond the church walls. Throughout history and today, we are called to serve others, work for justice, care for the vulnerable, and share God’s love in practical ways. Our commitment to missions, education, healthcare, and compassion extends across the world and into our local communities.
We do not claim to have all the answers, and we know we are not perfect. Still, we strive to follow Jesus faithfully—serving God, loving our neighbors, and seeking to make a meaningful difference in the world through grace, humility, and hope.
Elders & Members
Reverent
Elder
Elder
Barry Boggs
Bill Campbell
Mike Cornett
Elder
Elder
Accountant
Jim Duvall
John Kilpatrick
Curtis Williams
Treasurer
Suzanne Hillis
