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Date Host/Group(s) Event |
Location Contact Number and Additional Information |
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| Ongoing/Anytime Bible Collection | Mail any used Bibles library rate to Bible Foundation, PO Box 908, Newberg, OR 97132 503-538-4897 They will be used around the world – refugee camps, prisons, homeless shelters, nursing homes, schools, transportation stations, missions, etc. www.BF.org | anytime |
| Ongoing free primary care for uninsured of Champaign County at Avicenna Community Health Center | Avicenna Community Health Center 819 Bloomington Rd, Champaign, IL appointments & walk-ins 217-418-5888 for appointments avicennahealth.org Manage diabetes, high blood pressure & high cholesterol, physical exams, nutritional counseling | Sundays 1-4 p.m. |
| PACE, Inc. Center for Independent Living, Ongoing assistance for those with Disabilities | PACE, Inc 1317 E Florida, Urbana, IL 217-344-5433 Contact for support, information, and assistance to maintain independent living such a help to receive free amplified phones for those with hearing loss (800-841-6167) | Work hours |
| Friday evenings Rescue Us Addiction Program | Cumberland Presbyterian Church Corner of Guy Ave and Frazier St, Georgetown, IL Sponsored by churches in Georgetown area Introduction to the One who gives strength to overcome ANY addiction Contact Steve, 217-474-2306 or Dan, 217-274-0333 | 6:30-8 p.m. |
| Tuesdays Celebrate Recovery | Christian Life Church 300 N Maplewood Dr, Rantoul, IL chadhanks@yahoo.com or ddm92@live.com Christ-centered 12 step program for freedom from addictive and dysfunctional behaviors. For anyone 18 years and older. Free childcare. Dinner – first Tuesday of month. | 6:30-8 p.m. First Tuesday meal – 6 p.m. |
| Tuesday – Friday and Saturdays Seek and Find Ministries | Seek and Find Ministries 233 N Garrard Ave, Rantoul, IL 217-892-0051 Prayer, financial counseling, job skills program, resume writing, thrift store | Tues-Fri 10-5 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-1 p.m. |
| Ongoing Love Packages | Send donations of Bibles, tracts, Christian books, Christian magazines, SS supplies, daily devotionals, commentaries, CDs & DVDs to Love Packages, Eagles Nest Ministries, 220 Union St., Butler, IL 62015 Check web site: www.lovepackages.org for details | ongoing |
| Mondays Celebrate Recovery | Upper Room Bible Church 455 W Orleans, Paxton, IL 217-379-4189 Freedom from hurts, habits, and hang-ups (emotional, addictive, dysfunctional Free childcare upon request. | 6 p.m. |
| Take It Back Ministry, ongoing addiction help | Faith Church 2111 N Willow Rd., Urbana, IL 217-344-5540 Contact person: Dustin Brown, 217-761-8863 | call for assistance |
| M, T, Th, F Food & Clothing Pantry | Restoration Urban Ministries 1213 Parkland Ct., Champaign, IL Transitional housing, self-sufficiency ministry for homeless and near homeless in Champaign County. Classes, case management, employment counseling, spiritual mentoring, child care, tutoring, food pantry, clothing room, household goods. Must register at 217-355-2662. | Office hours 10-3, M-F |
| Every Thursdays Celebrate Recovery for All | New Horizon Church 3002 W Bloomington Rd., Champaign, IL 815-848-5881 Christ-centered 12-step program for freedom from hurts, hangups, and habits Free childcare for 18 months thru kindergarten with advanced notice. Celebration Place for 1st-5th grades, The Landing for 6th-12th grades | Optional meal 5:45 p.m., Worship & lesson/testimony at 6:30 followed by groups, including Newcomer 101. |
| October 1-31st Socktober | Check tvc.us/socktober for drop off locations and further information Socks will be distributed to local homeldss shelters, schools, transitional housing facilities and other agencies serving those in need in East Central Illinois | all month |
| October 20, Monday through Saturday, November 1 International Holocaust Exhibit | Marketplace Shopping Center 2000 N Neil St, Champaign, IL 217-367-9872 Free School groups (grades 5-12) may arrange tours outside of stated times. Email hec@cujf.org or call with any questions. | noon – 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, noon-5 Saturday through Sunday |
| October 24-25, Friday, Saturday in person, Nov. 1 online Our Hearts are Home Conference for Bereaved Parents | Zionsville Fellowship 9090 W Oak St., Zionsville, IN 260-224-7349 Pricing and registration: https://ourheartsarehome.regfox.com/2025-fall-conference-regstration Speakers, breakout sessions, food | 11 a.m. |
| October 28, Tuesday More than Screens: Blaise Pascal on Boredom | Champaign Public Library 200 W Green St, Champaign, IL 217-365-9005 Lecture followed by Q & A with Dr. Emily G Wenneborg | 7-8:30 p.m. |
| November 1, Saturday Merry Makers Market: Seasonal Craft & Confections | Stratford Park Bible Chapel (in the gym) 2801 W Kirby Ave, Champaign, IL 217-356-5341 Seasonal crafts and confection sale with arts, crafts, jewelry, gifts, confections, and baked goods. www.facebook.com/merrymakersspbc for more info. | 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
| Nov. 7, Friday The Empty Bowls Supper and Saber Showcase | St. Thomas More High School 3901 N Mattis Ave, Champaign, IL 217-352-7210 Fund raiser of needy in our community thru Daily Bread Soup Kitchen in Champaign. Soup, bread, ice cream, and a handmade bowl. adults $15, students $10, meal alone $5 Saber Showcase will perform music, drama, dance, poetry | 5:30-7:30 p.m. |
| November 14, Friday Jesus Is the Way Ministries “A New Man Fundraising Banquet” 2025 | The I-Hotel Conference Center 1900 S First St, Champaign, IL 217-892-4044 Free, but limited to adults Meal and testimonies | Doors open at 6:30 and program begins at 7 p.m. |
| Dec. 9, Tuesday The Lettermen in concert to benefit Willow Tree Missions | Monticello High School Auditorium 1 Sage Dr, Monticello, IL 217-762-2350 Ticket purchase at www.willowtreemissions.org after Sept. 15 for $65 | Seating 6:30, concert begins 7 p.m. |
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