Country Church in Galena, IL
Hymns, a Bible message and coffee in the basement afterward, five miles out of town on Haddon Creek Road. Come as you are. You'll be greeted by name the second time.
Same Little Church Since 1868
Farm families built Haddon Creek Church in 1868 with lumber hauled from the river. The pews have been refinished, the furnace replaced twice and the parking lot finally paved, but Sunday looks a lot like it always has: hymns, a reading from the Bible, a message from our pastor and plenty of time to talk afterward.
We're a small church, about sixty people on a good Sunday. Farmers, teachers, retirees and young families from Galena, Elizabeth and Scales Mound. If you come once, someone will remember your name.
- ✓One service, every Sunday at 10:00
- ✓Sunday school for all ages at 9:00
- ✓Accessible side entrance with a ramp
What Happens At Haddon Creek
Small, Simple And Friendly
Park In The Gravel Lot
There's room beside the church and on the grass in summer.
Grab A Hymnal
Hymn numbers are on the board up front. Sing or just listen.
Kids Welcome In Church
Little ones are welcome in the pews, and there's a nursery room if you need a break.
Stay For Coffee
Coffee and something homemade in the basement after the service.
Life At Haddon Creek
A Church That Shows Up
When the creek flooded in the spring, the basement became a supply room. Every fall we host a pie supper that pays for the food pantry shelf at the Elizabeth school, and the men's group splits firewood for anyone who needs it through the winter. Out here, being a church mostly means showing up.
- ✓Fall pie supper
- ✓Food pantry shelf
- ✓Firewood for neighbors
Why People Keep Coming Back
My grandparents were married in this church and so were we. It's still the place where somebody notices you missed a Sunday and calls to check in.
We bought the old farm on Rocky Hill Road and didn't know a soul. Two Sundays in, we had three casseroles and an invitation to help with the fall dinner.
The Wednesday Bible study is eight of us around a folding table with coffee. It's the best hour of my week, and nobody makes you read out loud.
Keeping The Lights On
A small church runs on its members. If you're visiting, please don't feel you need to give.
The Offering Plate
Passed during the Sunday service. Envelopes are in the pew racks.
By Mail
Checks to Haddon Creek Church, 4120 Haddon Creek Rd, Galena, IL 61036.
Ask For The Online Link
Send a message and the church treasurer will reply with our secure online giving link.
Good To Know
What kind of church is Haddon Creek?
A small country church with traditional hymns and Bible teaching. People come from many church backgrounds, and some from none.
What time is the service?
Sundays at 10:00 AM, about an hour. Sunday school starts at 9:00 for kids and adults.
Is it okay to bring my kids?
Yes. Kids are welcome in the service and there's a nursery room with toys if you need it.
Is the building accessible?
The side entrance has a ramp, and the restroom and fellowship hall are on the same level.
Do you hold services in bad weather?
If the roads are icy we cancel and post it on this website by 7:00 AM, and the prayer chain passes it along by phone.
Can I have a wedding or funeral at the church?
Yes. Call the church and the pastor will talk it through with you. You don't need to be a member.
There's A Seat For You
Worship at 10:00 AM, coffee after. Let us know you're coming and we'll save you a hymnal.
Say Hello
Worship is Sundays at 10:00 AM, Sunday school at 9:00. Planning to visit, need prayer or want to ask about a wedding or funeral? Send a message and the pastor or church secretary will get back to you.
- Visit us4120 Haddon Creek Rd, Galena, IL 61036
- Call us(815) 555-0143
- Email ushello@haddoncreekchurch.org