Kankakee County United Methodist Ministries
Open hearts. Open minds. Open doors.
The Congregations of Kankakee County United Methodist Ministries:
Aroma Park, Asbury (Kankakee), Evangelical (Bradley), Grace Community (Bourbonnais), Grant Park, Herscher, Manteno, Momence, Reddick, St. Mark (Kankakee), Trinity (Kankakee), &Wesley (Bradley)
About Kankakee County United Methodist Ministries
Welcome!
Kankakee County United Methodist Ministries is where we aim to provide updates and insights about our various ministries and community activities. Our blog serves as a resource for information, inspiration, and engagement with the United Methodist and wider community in Kankakee County.
Our goal is to foster a spirit of connection and collaboration among in our community. We strive to share stories of faith, service, and the impact of our ministries, encouraging all to participate in the mission of love and service.
Connecting After the Tornado
The Latest Information Available for Those Recovering from the 10 March 2026 Tornado
Information is constantly changing! Watch this page of on-going updates! Latest Update 12 March 2026 @ 22:00/10 p.m.
Multi-Agency Resource Center Event Monday 3/16 & Tuesday 3/17
8 a.m to 7 p.m. Government agencies and other not-for-profit organizations will be available at the Aroma Park United Methodist Church to help victims of the tornado begin the process of recovering. Limited child care to assist parents working with agencies will be available as well as some Spanish translation.
How Can I Get Involved?
Thank you for wanting to help! You'll be able to go to Asbury United Methodist Church in downtown Kankakee to the Volunteers Reception Center being personned by the Kankakee Rotary International. The Kankakee Rotary volunteers will work with those wanting to volunteer in order to connect skills and abilities with needs. The center will open on ???? at ????.
Can I bring prepared food?
While it is a wonderful thing to want to feed those in need, we are not seeking or accepting any meals. At the moment, it is our understanding that the Salvation Army will be in Aroma Park providing a noon and evening meal. Donations to food pantries is encouraged; they have stepped up to help local families in need.
Where can I make cash donations?
The United Way and ???? have set up funds to help with the recovery efforts. You can make a donation to them <web address>
Other Information
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Lenten Evening Services
Sunday, March 15: Grace Community in Bourbonnais, IL 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 22: Asbury in Kankakee, IL 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 29: Caldwell Chapel AME Zion Church Kankakee, IL 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 2: Wesley in Bradley, IL 7 p.m.
Friday, April 3: St. Mark in Kankakee, IL 7 p.m. (Special Service of Music)
Need Prayer?
Prayer is the foundation of all our ministries.
Do you have a prayer request? Please fill out the form below. It will be shared with the prayer ministry teams in each of the congregations.