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"Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them."
Who We Are
American Baptist Churches of the Great Rivers Region is a resource for challenging, empowering, assisting and representing the American Baptist faith communities in Illinois (excluding Cook, DuPage and Lake counties) and Missouri as we live out our ministry together. Mission and Ministry is our purpose and nature.

Featured Events
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July 3, 2025 1:00pm
- 10:00pm CDT
2025 Biennial Mission Summit -...The Biennial Mission Summit is celebrating its 50th anniversary! Originally, this biennial event was held as an annual convention of... -
June 2, 2025 1:00pm
- 10:00pm CDT
Judson University ABM Work ProjectGreat Rivers Region Baptist Men Work Project at Judson University Men’s Week: June 2-5, 2025 Family Workday June 5, 2025 We are asking... -
June 14, 2026 1:00pm
- 10:00pm CDT
Save the date! AB Youth Retreat -...Attention: All ABC Youth Put this on your calendar! American Baptist Youth Retreat will be held in Colorado June 14-18,... -
May 9, 2025 1:00pm
- 10:00pm CDT
Vision Day- May 9, 2025...Save the date! Registration is open. Vision Day 2025 CLICK FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION.
News of Ministry & Mission
A Brief Word from Our Executive Ministry Team
A word from Executive Minister, Rev. Patty King Bilyeu
April 2025 Dear Beloved Great Rivers Region Family, As the world around us awakens to the beauty of spring, we are reminded of the power of new life. The cold and barrenness of winter fade away, making room for fresh beginnings, vibrant colors, and the warmth of the sun. In

Missionary News
GRR Means Mission Our vision is healthy churches engaged in effective Christian ministry locally and globally. We urge churches to connect with global mission efforts in ways consistent with their passion. The easiest way to support all American Baptist mission work is to contribute to United Mission. 65% of UM
Scholarship information for 2025-2026 will be posted in January 2025.


