McKinley Memorial Presbyterian Church

About this church

McKinley Memorial Presbyterian Church in Champaign is a Presbyterian Church (USA) congregation near the University of Illinois campus. Sunday worship begins at 10:30 a.m., with informal fellowship, coffee and snacks starting at 10 a.m. in the back of the sanctuary. The church describes its worship as creative within a traditional framework and calls itself progressive and inclusive, stating that LGBTQIA+ people are welcome. Music includes congregational singing, organ, choir and occasional soloists. Communion is served on the first Sunday of each month, with gluten-, nut- and egg-free bread and grape juice. Services are livestreamed on YouTube and the church website.

A nursery for children from birth to age 5 is open during Sunday morning, and elementary Sunday school meets during worship. Middle and high school students have Sunday school and social time after the service, along with retreats and mission trips. The church also partners with the McKinley Foundation on campus ministry, including a student fellowship group and meals for students. Volunteers help at the Garden Hills food pantry and in a giving garden that grows produce for it. A retirees' coffee group also meets monthly. Metered street parking is free on Sundays, and a university lot allows weekend parking. A push-button ramp entrance sits on the west side of the sanctuary. Confirm times on the website before visiting.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed September 16, 2026. Sources: Worship: PC(USA) affiliation and worship style · Services: livestream, communion, fellowship before worship · Find Us: sanctuary address, parking, accessibility · Youth and Families programs

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