Wednesday Bible Study & Classes
Something for the whole family: Men's Class, Women's Class, Club 3:16 for ages 6–12, and IMPACT for teens.
Gethsemane ChurchPlan Your VisitWhat's Coming Up
There is always something happening at Gethsemane Church.
From weekly services and outreach to special events and community ministry, this is the place to see what is coming up next and where you can get involved.
Featured Educational Series
Watchmen of America
Standing guard for faith, family, and freedom.
Every SundayEvery Sunday from 10:00–11:00 AM600 State St., Pekin, Illinois
Are you a Christian? Are you an American? Come discover what the Bible teaches about faith, freedom, government, culture, and the Christian's responsibility in America. Bring your family, invite a friend, and bring your Bible.
September 2026
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Upcoming Events
Everything coming up at Gethsemane Church.
Events are listed in date order. Tap any event image to view it larger. Gethsemane Church welcomes families and visitors from Pekin, East Peoria, Morton, Tremont, North Pekin, Marquette Heights, Bartonville, and surrounding Central Illinois communities.
Mulkins Family Bluegrass Concert
Enjoy a free outdoor bluegrass concert with the Mulkins Family. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy music and fellowship.
Seed the City
Join us as we share God's Word, encourage people, pray, and serve our community with the love of Jesus.
3 Doors Ministry at Pekin Park
Join the 3 Doors Ministry at Pekin Park as we meet people, share encouragement, pray, and show God's love in our community.
Watchmen of America Educational Series
A Bible-based educational series about faith, family, freedom, government, culture, and the Christian's responsibility in America.
Baptism Sunday with Potluck
Celebrate Baptism Sunday with us during the 11:00 AM service, followed by a church potluck and fellowship.
GC Fitness — Ladies Only
Ladies are invited for an encouraging fitness workout that builds strength, endurance, and community.
Financial Peace University
A nine-week Financial Peace University class covering debt, budgeting, saving, generosity, and financial planning. Cost is $40 and reservation/RSVP is required.
Ladies Fall Paint Party
Ladies are invited for a fall paint party and fellowship. Reservation and RSVP are required because space is limited.
Choir Practice
Choir members meet for practice as we prepare to lead the church in music and worship.
Grills & Guns
Men, join us for an exciting day of sporting clays followed by grilling and fellowship back at the church. RSVP only.
Gethsemane Church Community Yard Sale
Shop our community yard sale and help us raise funds to pay off the church parsonage. All proceeds go toward the parsonage.
Men's Prayer
Men gather to pray for our families, church, community, and nation and to seek God's direction and strength.
Ministry Spotlight
Bus Ministry
Please pray for our Bus Ministry as we reach children and families with the Gospel and invite them to church.