Time and Talent

To grow as Christ’s disciple, please review Christ Lutheran’s ministry and spiritual growth opportunities and prayerfully consider how you are called to offer your time and talent.
Each person in your household should fill out a form. Submissions are requested by September 20.

2026-2027 Ministry & Learning Commitment Form

2026-2027 Ministry & Learning Commitment Form—Children & Youth

Big Ministry,
Big Connections.

Making Christ Known serves as Christ Lutheran Church’s guiding principle for activities within our church, the community and with our global companion churches. Our faith comes to life as we reach out and lend a hand to those in need. Learn more about opportunities to put your faith in action as we work to make Christ known.

Partial pie order donated to Rockford Rescue Mission’s Thanksgiving dinner.

Northern Illinois Synod
Ecunemical Partners and Information

Service and Outreach Team

Mission Endowment Fund

In 2026, Mission Endowment Fund (MEF) scholarships totaling $4,900 were awarded to Christ Lutheran college and university students.  Additionally, over $18,000 was awarded to the following agencies dedicated to helping make Christ known:


ELCA Global Church Sponsorship
Empower Boone
First Lutheran Church (backpack program)
The League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI)
Patriots Gateway
Rockford Interfaith Community Garden
Sleep in Heavenly Peace

Worship Ministry Schedules

September 2026

Communion Bread Recipe

4 loaves
6 loaves