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Visit Northwoods
We are so glad that you’re visiting Northwoods! We are committed to walking along side you on your faith journey, and we can help you find your next step! Discover what to expect when you visit Northwoods in this video walkthrough. Be sure to stop by a New Here kiosk and say hello. We have a gift for you!
Excellent Music
Music at Northwoods sounds like what you hear on the radio. It’s contemporary and performed with excellence and passion.
Inspiring Teaching
The wisdom and instruction in the Bible is every bit as relevant today as it was when first written. Clear and compelling teaching makes it useful and helpful for living today.
Find Hope
Let’s face it: life today is not always easy. There’s some really hard stuff that happens. But if you’ll let him, Jesus will walk with you and help carry the load.
Casual Dress
Northwoods is pretty relaxed and casual, so don’t feel like you have to look any different on Sunday than you do other days of the week. Come as you are.
Children & Students
Discoveryland
Birth – 5th Grade
From birth through elementary school, children’s ministry nurtures kids and equips parents.
Quest
6th – 8th Grade
A lot of things change for students in middle school, but Quest is a solid and safe place for growing and having fun.
Converge
9th – 12th Grade
Fill the teen years with good friends and God-focused fun! Games, events, worship, and groups make all the difference.
Join Us in Worship
Visit Northwoods
Sunday | 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM
10700 N Allen Road
Peoria, IL 61615
Northwoods Online
Sunday | 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM
Live at northwoods.online
Anytime, anywhere, on-demand
Latest Sermon
Serving More Humbly
January 26, 2025
Speaker: Jon Rychener
In a world obsessed with titles, recognition, and climbing the ladder of success, God calls his followers to pick up the towel and serve others, all while embracing an attitude of humility. But why is this so important, and how can we shift our focus from ourselves to others?
Take your next steps towards connection, membership, and service.
We want everyone to feel connected at Northwoods. Take your next steps in the Four Steps class! This class will expand your spiritual life, no matter where you are on your journey. Learn the history of Northwoods, our beliefs and values, and even what being a member here means.
The Four Steps are made up of four sessions that include a mixture of teachings and activities for you to do. Once you’ve completed the Four Steps, you can attend a connection meeting with a Northwoods staff member where you can get answers to any questions you might have. You’ll also have the opportunity to become a member of Northwoods and can take your next steps to joining our volunteer Dream Team!
The Four Steps class is available to take anytime online!
Step One: Start
Take the next step on your personal journey with Jesus
Learn the importance of your own spiritual life, including salvation and baptism.
Step Two: Connect
Grow in community with others
Appreciate the value of being connected with others in group life. Explore classes, groups, and experiences at Northwoods.
Step Three: Serve
Discover your gifts and explore God’s purpose for you
Enjoy a Spiritual Gifts Assessment that will reveal the specific spiritual gift God has given to you. Plus, put together your S.H.A.P.E. profile and recognize how and what God designed you for!
Step Four: Join
Make yourself known and live out your purpose
Learn the benefits of becoming a member. Get ready for your connection meeting.
Find a Group
When people gather in groups with a shared mission to pursue God, to love one another, or to serve others, God tends to show up and do amazing things. Search for an open group to join today!