Aug
9
9:00 AM09:00
Aug
20
10:15 AM10:15
PBC Women EDIFY - w/ Jana Russow
Study: The God Who Cares and Knows You
Gospel of John
Authors: Kay Arthur, Pete DeLacy
This Bible Study will meet weekly for 14 weeks; the first week is an introduction and then we will do one chapter of the study per week. Study will start August 20, 2026 and end November 19, 2026. . We will have two groups and you will need to sign up in advance to secure a spot in one of the groups. One group will meet Thursday’s from 10:15am-11:30am at PBC and the other will meet Thursday’s from 6:45pm-8:00pm at PBC.
You will be able to sign up through the Church Planning Center or send message to Email: janarussowb26@gmail.com
2026 Bible Study: John
Date Lesson Scripture
Notes
August 20 Introduction: How to Get Started (p 5-14) Overview
Introduction to Inductive Study Method
August 27 Week 1: From Death to Life (p 15-21) John 1
Inductive Study Focus: Purpose and Main Characters (Jesus and John)
September 3 Week 2: Born Again or Religious (p 23-29) John 2,3
Inductive Study Focus: Key Words and Events
September 10 Week 3: Your Purpose in Life (p 31-40) John 4,5
Inductive Study Focus: Context, Truths about God
September 17 Week 4: Where Will You Go? (p 41-49) John 6
Inductive Study Focus: Figures of Speech, Metaphors
September 24 Week 5: Who Is Your Father? (p 51-63) John 7,8
Inductive Study Focus: Lists, Contrasts & Comparisons
October 1 Week 6: Running Your Own Life or Obeying God (p 65-77) John 9,10
Inductive Study Focus: Metaphors, Truths about God
October 8 Week 7: What Happens When You Die? (p79-89) John 11
Inductive Study Focus: Cross Reference
October 15 Week 8: Extravagant Love (p 91-101) John 11,12,13
Inductive Study Focus: 5 Ws & H
October 22 Week 9: What are You Producing? (p103-112) John 14,15
Inductive Study Focus: Truths about God
October 29 Week 10: Can I have an Intimate Relationship with God? (p 113-120) John 14,15,16
Inductive Study Focus: Lists, Truths about God
November 5 Week 11: Legacy (p 121-132) John 17
Inductive Study Focus: Bible Study, Prayer
November 12 Week 12: Because He Loves You (p133-142) John 18,19
Inductive Study Focus: Events, People
November 19 Week 13: Living Out Truth (p143-151) John 20,21
Inductive Study Focus: Cross Reference, Themes
Jul
26
11:45 AM11:45
Jun
13
3:00 PM15:00
Jun
5
6:00 PM18:00
Picnic on the Lawn
Come enjoy a "Garden Party" complete with flower arranging,
live music, "Build your own Charcuterie", yard games, and a devotional.
Bring a lawn chair for the "Afterglow" beginning near dusk.
May
30
7:30 AM07:30
2026 Prayer Walk
Join us for a meaningful morning as we walk and pray for our city together. This is a simple, family-friendly event where we’ll move through our community, asking God to bless the people, homes, schools, and businesses of Pontiac.
We’ll begin at the High School and walk a planned route through town, ending at the Sheriff's Office. Along the way, we’ll pray quietly or in small groups—no pressure, just a chance to be present and intentional.
This isn’t a race, but it’s an opportunity to care for both body and soul. The full route is about 3 miles (5K), with a 1-mile checkpoint for those who need a shorter walk. If walking isn’t an option, we also encourage joining by car and praying along the way.
Date: May 30
Time: 7:30–9:30 AM
Who: Open to all ages (feel free to bring your family! Strollers are encouraged for the little ones)
Whether you walk the whole route or part of it, we’d love for you to join us as we seek the good of our city and love our neighbors in a practical way.
"Also, seek the peace and prosperity of the city to which I have carried you into exile. Pray to the Lord for it, because if it prospers, you too will prosper." — Jeremiah 29:7
Apr
5
9:00 AM09:00
Apr
3
6:00 PM18:00
Mar
1
9:00 AM09:00
Feb
27
6:00 PM18:00
IF: One Night
For over a decade, IF:Gathering has been about one thing—women gathering to know God and make Him known.
In 2026, we’re coming together for IF:One Night: one powerful evening of worship, teaching, and prayer, live from Dallas and streaming for free everywhere.
Join us in Pontiac and bring a friend.
Feb
15
6:00 PM18:00
Night of Worship - Recital
🎶 You’re Invited to Worship With Us!
Over the past weeks, our students have been learning, practicing, and growing through our Worship Music Classes — and now it’s time for something special.
This service will be a celebration moment, as many of our students help lead us in worship as the conclusion of the class! It’s more than music — it’s young (and some not so much!) worshipers stepping out in faith, using their gifts to serve the Lord.
Come encourage them, worship with us, and be part of a beautiful milestone in their journey. Your presence means a lot — to them and to us as a church family.
Let’s lift up the name of Jesus together
Feb
10
6:30 PM18:30
Engage Night - PBC Women
Women age 18 and up gather often throughout the year to build relationships in a casual setting complete with coffee, relaxation, and fellowship. Think Brew Crew, but better! These are “no pressure” nights to ENGAGE with other women. Some nights we will ENGAGE in worship while some nights in we will ENGAGE in prayer. Other nights we will ENGAGE in Scripture while some nights we will ENGAGE in service…. all the while ENGAGING in community through relationships with one another. Please contact us if you are unable to come because of childcare.
Jan
19
to Jan 22
Jan
13
to Jan 14
PBC Women Bible Study
Option 1
”LIVING WITH DISCERNMENT IN THE END TIMES” (3 PART STUDY)
THESE STUDIES WILL BE LED BY JANA RUSSOW AT THE CHURCH ON THURSDAY MORNINGS FROM 10:15A-11:30A. Questions? Contact Jana at jlrussow@hotmail.com
FIRST PETER STUDY begins January 14-February 26. This is part one of the three part study.
SECOND PETER STUDY begins March 5-April 16. This is part two of the three part study. (not 4/2)
JUDE STUDY begins April 23-May 21. This is part three of the three part study.|
Option 2
“40 DAYS THROUGH THE BIBLE” - VIRTUAL BIBLE STUDIES WITH JAYNA…. FROM THE COMFORTS OF YOUR HOME!
Join Jayna Tuesday nights at 8:30 for a 30min recap of the weekly study from First 5 on 40 Days Through the Bible. These will be done virtually and you will be able to attend after the kids are in bed and you can be in your jammies. The first virtual meeting will be January 13 and the final “meeting” of this study will be February 24.
Anyone can take part, but for communication purposes, please sign up using this link.
Jayna will send out more specific details before the study begins.
Option 3
”SCENES FROM THE FINAL WEEK” featuring teachings of Paige Brown:
This new study begins Jan.14 - Mar. 4 for 8 weeks.
Teachings will be released every Wednesday at 10am in your email inbox.
If you want to know more about Jesus, this will be a great study! If you are NOT already signed up to receive the teachings, please email julie@pontiacbible.org and she will send you the link to sign up for teachings. These studies are generally offered twice a year - fall and late winter/early spring. These studies are for you to partake in on your own when you have time each week. There are study questions available in the weekly email for you to review the study on your own. Remember though, the previous week’s teaching which is released on a Wednesday morning will not be available after Tuesday of the following week as the new teaching will be released the next day.
Jan
9
to Jan 10
Parenting Conference
January 9th, 6p-9p & January 10th, 8:30a-3:30p. No cost.
Sign up here!
Jan
7
9:00 AM09:00
Rooted in Motherhood
Rooted in Motherhood
Start the new year with new mom friends! Come connect, laugh, and be encouraged by moms who truly get it.
First Meeting:
Wednesday, January 7th
9am–11am in the equip room!
Childcare is provided!
We can’t wait to see you!
Jan
6
5:30 PM17:30
Music Classes
For kids (2nd grade and up) and adults, learn to play real worship songs on electric and acoustic guitar, keys, drums, or bass.
A 6-weeks initiation to build your skills, grow in faith, and play together each week—and take your first step toward joining our worship team!
The course is $30 per household and lets participants choose two instruments to learn. Please note that availability of both instruments cannot be guaranteed, as it depends on teacher scheduling.
Dec
24
3:00 PM15:00
Christmas Eve Services
When the world feels dark, the Light still shines.
Christmas is more than a season—it’s a promise.
Jesus, the Light of the World, has come near.
🎄 Christmas Eve Services
📅 December 24
🕒 3:00 PM & 4:30 PM
Come as you are.
Bring your family.
Find hope again.
Dec
16
6:00 PM18:00
PBC Women's Glad Tidings Banquet
”A Childlike Christmas” This is our annual Christmas banquet complete with catered meal and program featuring special guest, Dr. Patti Chapman. Patti’s program will feature chalk-drawing and storytelling, and maybe even a little magic. Tickets will be sold November 23 - December 7 for $15 each. You can purchase from Julie Bartholomew or from Guest Services on Sundays. If you want to decorate a table, email lindsayaupperle@gmail.com or bring a dessert, email websterpam50@gmail.com.
LAST DAY TO PURCHASE TICKETS WILL BE 12/7!
Dec
14
9:00 AM09:00
Partnership Class
Do you want to know more about PBC and how you can partner with us in bringing the transforming hope of Jesus to Livingston County and the World? We invite you to come out to our next Partnership Class.
Nov
7
to Nov 8
The Getaway 2025
https://pontiacbible.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3158308
“Beautiful” will be a unique getaway with special speakers and workshops on various topics.
WHAT TO BRING:
BIBLE
TWIN BEDDING OR SLEEPING BAG
TOILETRIES
SNACK TO SHARE
GAMES
REGISTER ON PBC WEBSITE
REGISTRATION OPENS OCTOBER 5
EARLY BIRD PRICE 10/5-18 $55
10/19-26 $65
Streator Baptist Camp
1259 N 1659th Rd, Streator, IL 61364
Questions or financial hardship: julie@pontiacbible.org
Oct
17
10:00 PM22:00
Marriage Conference: The Marriage of Your Dreams
Do you want to experience the marriage of your dreams? We’ll be watching pastor, marriage counselor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp teach us in his upcoming marriage event, The Marriage of Your Dreams. Paul Tripp has been married for nearly 50 years and will help you dream bigger, love better, and experience a deeper relationship with God and your spouse than ever before. Discover how to experience the marriage of your dreams–the one that God intended–by getting on the same page as the Bible!
In four brand-new sessions, we’ll cover
Disappointed Dreamers: No matter how long you have been married, Dr. Tripp will help to realign your expectations so you aren’t discouraged and disappointed by the reality of your relationship.
The Spouse Of Your Dreams: Learn how to treat your husband or wife with integrity and faithfulness so they fully entrust themselves to your care. As a bonus, you’ll receive Dr. Tripp’s trust questionnaire worksheet to work through with your spouse or fiancé.
What Dreams Are Made Of: After four decades of counseling marriages, Dr. Tripp knows why couples fail to experience the marriage of their dreams: they point the finger of blame and hold grudges. Instead, discover how to fight for your marriage by practicing confession and forgiveness each day.
All You Need Is (Cruciform) Love: There are many definitions of love out there, but you only need to follow one example: the Cross of Christ. As a bonus, you’ll receive Dr. Tripp’s worksheet, 24 Things That Love Is And Does, to remind you each day how to practically love your spouse like Jesus.
Oct
14
6:30 PM18:30
Oct
4
5:30 PM17:30
Sep
28
6:00 PM18:00
Sep
23
to Sep 27
PBC @ Pontiac Helping Hands
We are excited to share some wonderful news! The week of September 23–27, Pontiac Bible Church will be the featured organization at Pontiac Helping Hands.
This is a special opportunity for us as a church family to both bless our community and receive support for the ministry of PBC. Here’s how it works:
Shop at Helping Hands during our week, and proceeds will go toward PBC.
Donate items to the thrift store—every donation makes a difference.
Volunteer your time! If you’d like to serve, contact Teresa at 815-419-2696 to get plugged in.
We’d love to see as many of you as possible come out and participate. Whether you shop, donate, or volunteer, your involvement directly supports the mission and vision of PBC: bringing the transforming hope of Jesus to Livingston County and the world.
Let’s make the most of this opportunity together.
Sep
21
9:00 AM09:00
Sep
13
6:30 PM18:30
PBC Women Vision Night
After last year’s surveys, we’re making some changes to PBC Women.
Vision Night is a time of worship, testimony, and sharing plans for the next year of women’s ministry.
We would love every women to come catch the vision.
Jul
27
10:00 AM10:00
Annual Meeting
Annual Church Meeting
Sunday, July 27
One service at 10:00 AM
All partners and regular attenders are invited to stay after our one combined service for a church business meeting.
We’ll share lunch together right after the service, followed by the meeting. This is an important time to reflect, look ahead, and stay unified in our mission—we’d love for you to be there!
Jul
21
to Jul 25
Jul
16
11:30 AM11:30
PBC Women Park & Play
PBC Women: Park & Play Gathering
Wednesday, July 16 at 11:30 AM
Humiston/Riverside Park (Duck Park – 400 W Water St)
Pack your lunch, grab a lawn chair, and join us for a relaxed hangout at the park! This is a great chance to connect with other PBC women and enjoy the summer weather.
Kids are welcome—come as you are and stay as long as you’d like!
Jul
12
4:00 PM16:00
PBC Slip N' Slide
Slip 'n Slide Family Bash
Join us for an afternoon of summer fun for the whole family!
Date: Saturday, July 12
Time: 4:00–7:00 PM
We'll have a giant slip 'n slide set up and plenty of laughs to go around. Hot dogs and chips will be provided—just bring a side dish to share and come ready to have a great time!
Don’t forget towels, sunscreen, and a change of clothes. We can't wait to see you there!