Global Impact Celebration 2026

From the Nations to Our Neighborhood

 
Jesus said to them again, "Peace be with you.
As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you." - John 20:21

October 16-18, 2026

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Andy Cheely was born in Atlanta but homebase became Birmingham, AL for most of his life. He was involved in Campus Outreach as a student and the staff for 9 years. He continued serving university students through 24 years as a college teacher in China. Presently he is the Director of World Missions at the Second Presbyterian Church in Memphis, TN. He is married to Brooke, and they have 2 daughters, Abigail (who lives in Southeast Asia) and Esther (who is a senior in college.)

 

FRIDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 16
CELEBRATION DINNER IN THE GYM – 5:30-6:30 p.m.
WORSHIP SERVICE IN THE SANCTUARY – 6:30-8 p.m.

"Standing in the Gap" - Ezekiel 22:23-30

The Father sent Jesus into the world to take on the just punishment and wrath of sinful and rebellious humanity. So we are sent by Jesus into a sinful, needy word as his ambassadors and witnesses to rescue the perishing and care for the dying. We don’t save, but we proclaim and demonstrate his offer of salvation as redeemed people.

During that time, infants and children through 6th grade will participate in the Kids' Conference in their classrooms.

SATURDAY MORNING, OCTOBER 17
POTLUCK BRUNCH IN THE GYM – 9:30 A.M.

Join us for a special time of sharing from all our partners and enjoying a variety of food. Please bring a dish to share. You can indicate what you'll bring on the registration form.

SUNDAY MORNING SERVICE, OCTOBER 18
GLOBAL IMPACT CELEBRATION SUNDAY – 10:30 A.M.

"Days of Small Beginnings" - Zechariah 4:1-10

The Father sent Jesus into the world as a humble baby, a Galilean carpenter, and a crucified Savior. So we are sent by Jesus into a sinful, needy word as his simple, humble servant representatives. We shouldn’t look down on our role to reach out to Peoria residents from other cultures, no matter how small it that may appear, for that was how the world mistook Jesus and missed the glory of his victory on the cross and through the tomb.

During Sunday School hour (9:15-10:15 a.m.), hear from one of our partners in a smaller group setting.

SUNDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 18
CELEBRATION DINNER IN THE GYM – 5:00-6:00 P.M.
WORSHIP SERVICE IN THE SANCTUARY – 6:00-7:30 P.M.

An interactive event

A podcast style interview with our speaker and our partners on the theme of the conference with Q & A at the end, from our congregation

 

GIC KIDS' CONFERENCE
Registration is required for the Friday and Sunday evenings. Childcare will also be available for Saturday morning potluck. Please register early so we can be sure to have enough supplies and volunteers.

Kids' Registration