
What should I wear?
Come as you are. You will see everything from casual clothes to Sunday dress, and you will be welcomed either way.
Gethsemane ChurchPlan Your Visit
Plan Your Visit
Visiting a church for the first time can feel like a big step. Here is what you can expect when you come to Gethsemane Church in Pekin, Illinois.
Video Walkthrough
Take a quick walkthrough of Gethsemane Church at 600 State St. in Pekin, Illinois. First-time visitors can get familiar with the church before arriving for a Sunday or Wednesday service.
Before You Come

Come as you are. You will see everything from casual clothes to Sunday dress, and you will be welcomed either way.

A normal service is usually about 60 to 75 minutes, with singing, prayer, Bible preaching, and an invitation.

Park in the main parking lot. Handicap parking is available, and overflow parking is available across the street at Saddler's Hair Salon.

On Sundays, please use the front doors. On Wednesdays, please use the side door. Elevator access is available through the front entrance.
Children & Teens
Families are welcome at Gethsemane Church. Children may stay with their parents during any service, and age-appropriate classes are also available.

First-Time Visitor Questions
Sunday School is at 10:00 AM, Sunday Morning Service is at 11:00 AM, Sunday Evening Service is at 6:00 PM, and Wednesday Classes are at 6:45 PM.
Yes. Nursery is available for babies through age 5. Club 3:16 is for ages 6 through 12, Impact Youth Group is available on Wednesday evenings, and Sunday School is for ages 11 and under.
We use and preach from the King James Bible.
What to Expect
Our services include congregational singing, prayer, clear preaching from the King James Bible, and an invitation. You will find a friendly church family that wants to help you feel welcome and point people to Jesus Christ.