Welcome
We’re so glad you’re here and would love to meet you! Whether you’re joining us in person or online, we have two ways you can introduce yourself: 1.) Text NEW to 309-808-6615, and we’ll connect with you. 2.) If you are joining us in person, stop by one of our Welcome Centers (just look for the balloons!). We’d love to meet you and give you a gift certificate for pizza, cookies, or a specialty coffee in our café.
New to the Bloomington Campus?
If you are new to the Bloomington Campus, please come to the Welcome Center to introduce yourself and to receive a gift we have for you before you leave today. We are so glad you are here and would love to meet you! You can find more information about our campus HERE.
Mission Dinners
Bloomington Campus is hosting several upcoming Mission Dinners. Come hear about God’s calling and passion for reaching the world and find out how we can participate in the opportunities offered at Eastview. The next Mission Dinner is March 2. Dinner begins at 5:00pm, then we will move to the Sanctuary to hear about the upcoming mission trip of the Seibly's medical team. Let's connect with one another and take steps toward reaching the world with the good news of Christ.
Student Night at the Community Center
Are you a student in 6th-12th grades? Then come hang out with us at Student Night! We meet every Wednesday evening from 6:00-7:00pm at the Community Center. There will be food, games and open gym. We would love to see you there!
Spring Sports Registration
Spring sports registration time is here! Sign up now for Adult Volleyball, K-1 Upward Basketball, and more.
We also have a great serving opportunity! Sports needs referees, scorekeepers, and help with concessions. For details, contact Doug Roberts at droberts@eastview.church.
Gather 25 - Global Prayer Event
Eastview is a host site for the global prayer event, Gather 25. Join us on February 28 at 7:00pm at the Normal Campus as we simulcast alongside churches around the world. Sign up your small group to watch and pray!
March 2 - All Campuses at the Normal Campus
March 2 is the final Sunday in our series of eight Attitudes we desire to mark the people of Eastview. The Bloomington Campus will attend services at the Normal Campus as we "Empower the Worker" together.
We are asking those of you who sit in the lower stage right section to find alternate seating to allow our Bloomington Campus to sit together in that area.
March 2 - All Campuses at the Normal Campus
March 2 is the final Sunday in our series of eight Attitudes we desire to mark the people of Eastview. The Bloomington Campus will attend services at the Normal Campus as we "Empower the Worker" together.
There will be NO services at the Bloomington Campus on March 2. You are welcome to join either the 9am or 11am service at Normal Campus. Bus transportation will be provided for the 11am service departing the Bloomington Campus parking lot at 10:30am and returning shortly after service dismissal.
Travel Sports Meeting
Does your son or daughter play travel sports? Come join Brandon Grant and others for a parents and coaches meeting to learn how we can help each other develop healthy spiritual formation rhythms during travel season. This event is at the Normal Campus on Sunday, March 2, 4:30-5:30pm in the Sanctuary.
Eastview Kids Family Baptism Class
Do you have a child who is interested in baptism? This class is designed for elementary-aged kids and their parents. We will discuss the gospel, our need for a Savior, and how baptism is a response to the love and grace of God. We will also discuss the logistics of planning your child’s baptism. The next class is Sunday, February 23 at 9:00am in Room 1404. For questions, contact Jason Smith at jsmith@eastview.church. No registration is required.
Student Baptism Class
The Eastview Students Baptism Class will offer valuable insights into baptism and be led by Zach Thompson and Matt McClane. Join us on Sunday, March 9 from 10:15-11:15am in the Fireside Room.
Eastview Moms Group
Eastview Moms
If you're a mama looking for encouragement and community, we invite you to join the Eastview Moms at the Normal Campus each Wednesday morning from 9:30-11:00am. We meet in the 2's and 3's room. We provide breakfast, coffee, childcare(babies through school age), authentic and Biblical teaching and plenty of time for discussion, prayer and building relationships. Registration is required. After you register, you will receive an email to register your child(ren). Questions, contact Lori Tate at ltate@eastview.church or Angela Pittman at Angela.Pittman@eastview.church.
Easter Story Time
Join us for the Early Childhood Easter story time on Thursday, March 13 from 6:00-7:00pm. We will have songs, crafts, and snacks. Click HERE for more information.
Care Groups
Did you know Eastview offers Care Groups? Care Groups are supportive small groups that are designed to provide emotional and spiritual growth to individuals walking through a variety of life circumstances. Everyone has hurts or hang ups. It is in these broken times in our lives that we have the opportunity to turn to God and others for support and healing. Care Groups are communities where healing begins. To learn more, click HERE.
Special Needs Care Group
Special Needs Parent Care Group meets the second Thursday of each month from 6:00-8:00pm from September-May at the Normal Campus. Join us as we support each other through the joys and challenges of special needs parenting. Childcare is provided and registration is required. Click HERE to register. Contact Shari Weitekamp for more info at sweitekamp@eastview.church and checkout our Facebook group.
GriefShare
Experiencing the loss of a loved one can be a roller coaster of a journey. GriefShare is a weekly group experience that helps individuals and families journey through their grief toward hope and healing. The next GriefShare group starts on February 17 and will be on Monday nights from 6:00-8:00pm hosted at the Normal Campus. For more information or registration, click HERE.
Sanctuary in Trauma
Need hope? The Sanctuary in Trauma care group and ministry utilize biblical truths and practical tools to help women process their pain to bring hope and encouragement. For more information
and to sign up, click HERE. For questions, contact smallgroups@eastview.church.
Eastview Job Opportunities
Eastview is looking for qualified individuals for the following positions:
- Director of Technical Arts
- Director of 2nd and 3rd Grades
- Associate Pastor of Small Groups
- Wedding Coordinator
- Funeral Coordinator
To view the job postings and application instructions visit Eastview Job Opportunities.
eNews Sign Up
Discover the revamped eNews for quick and easy access to campus-specific announcements at eastview.church/enews. We have switched providers, so even if you're currently subscribed, a quick re-sign up is needed. To subscribe, click HERE, log in or create an account if you don't have one, and then you will have the option to subscribe to the new eNews.
Bloomington Campus Recurring Events
Celebrate Recovery
We all have hurts and if we don’t walk through them authentically with Jesus, we can get hung-up and pursue destructive habits. Celebrate Recovery is a safe place to work through them. This Jesus-centered 12 step program is open to anyone looking for freedom. Mondays 6:00–8:00pm at the Bloomington Campus. For more information, click HERE.
Wednesday Morning Prayer Meeting
We invite you to weekly prayer on Wednesday morning as we worship God and seek His favor for mighty acts of grace, healing and mercy in our church, community, and world. Meet with us at 6:45am each Wednesday for an hour in the Sanctuary. If you cannot attend the whole time, come for the time that fits your schedule. Enter through the parking lot entrance.
Single Moms
Single Moms and their children are invited to join us for a time of rest, encouragement, and fellowship. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month at the Bloomington Campus from 12:30–2:30pm. This group is free, but registration is required. Click HERE to register.
Volunteer Opportunities
Food Pantry Shoppers/Stockers
Looking for a way to Love Our Community? Volunteers are needed to meet with our guests, help with shopping and to re-stock shelves between shifts. Needs are: Tuesday and Wednesday day or evening. For more information, email Tammy at tculhane@eastview.church.
Celebrate Recovery Volunteers Needed
Does your small group need a new place to serve? Celebrate Recovery meets Monday evenings at the Bloomington Campus. We are looking for volunteers to greet, prepare and serve meals, assist with childcare, or work the lights and sound board. Come and show some ridiculous love to our CR Community! For more information email Desiree at dcampbell@eastview.church
Volunteer Needs at Bloomington Campus
Technical Arts Volunteers
Interested in how the lights, sound and graphics come together every Sunday morning? Volunteers are needed to run audio, lighting, and graphics during our services. If this sounds like a great fit for you, volunteer HERE, indicating Bloomington Campus. Questions? Contact Nicole at nkaufmann@eastview.church.
Bus Ministry
Our bus ministry picks up from our new Community Center (602 S. Main St) each Sunday. Drivers are needed. Contact Amy Nika with questions at anika@eastview.church. Current driver’s license and background check are required.
Food Pantry Shoppers/Stockers
Looking for a way to Love Our Community? Volunteers are needed to meet with our guests, help with shopping and to re-stock shelves between shifts. Needs are: Tuesday and Wednesday day or evening. For more information, email Tammy at tculhane@eastview.church.
Celebrate Recovery Volunteers Needed
Does your small group need a new place to serve? Celebrate Recovery meets Monday evenings at the Bloomington Campus. We are looking for volunteers to greet, prepare and serve meals, assist with childcare, or work the lights and sound board. Come and show some ridiculous love to our CR Community! For more information email Desiree at dcampbell@eastview.church.