We’re a nondenominational Christian community learning to follow Jesus. Since 2014, we’ve held tightly to the core truths of historic Christianity and loosely to everything else, creating space for questions, growth, and genuine belonging.
Free parking is available in the Trinity Lutheran Church lot on Winnebago Street. Enter through the Atwood Avenue doors and look for lime-green signs and friendly volunteers ready to help.
Relaxed, welcoming, and easy to engage. Most people dress casually and settle in quickly.
A safe, engaging environment from infants through students. Our team makes check-in simple so you can feel at ease.
Live music creates space for reflection, prayer, and connection with God.
A 30-minute teaching rooted in Jesus and designed to meet real life with clarity, compassion, and hope.
From start to finish, our gatherings typically last one hour.
Jesus is Lord means Jesus’ love and authority shape who we are, how we live, and the way we seek his guidance in every part of our lives.
Disciple-making is our commitment to grow in the way of Jesus, learning from his teachings and living them out with authenticity in everyday life.
We are called to live beyond ourselves with intention, compassion, and courage, sharing the love of Christ in ways that bring hope to a world in need.
We pursue a vibrant, diverse, mission-driven community where shared experiences, belonging, and purpose unite us and help us grow together.
We create adaptable and supportive structures that help people grow, empower leaders, and align our church with God’s work in the world.
We embrace the unique gifts and callings God gives each person, equipping the church to grow through spiritual formation, outreach, and discipleship.
Jesus was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He endured suffering, crucifixion, and death. On the third day after his death, he rose again. Following Jesus’ resurrection, he ascended into the heavens. Jesus will return one day to fully establish God’s Kingdom on earth, including the bodily resurrection and the promise of eternal life for those who believed.
(Matt. 1:20-23; Mark 15:24-25, 33-34; Mark 16:5-6; Acts 1:9-11; 1 Thess 4:16-17)
Salvation is available to anyone who professes their faith in Jesus. His sacrificial death and resurrection reconcile people with God through the forgiveness of sins. Once someone comes to faith, they become an integral part of God’s family within the Church. Believers are to be baptized and regularly participate in communion with one another.
(Rom 10:9; John 3:16; 1 Pet 2:24; Col 1:20; Eph 2:19; 1 Cor 12:27; Matt 28:19-20; 1 Cor 11:23-26)
There is one God who exists eternally as three distinct but equally divine persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Each person of the Trinity possesses all divine attributes and qualities and has unique roles in creation, redemption, and ongoing work.
(Matt 3:16-17; 2 Cor 13:14; Col 2:9; Heb 9:14; John 1:3; Eph 1:7-10)
Once someone comes to faith in Jesus, the Holy Spirit indwells them, equipping and empowering them with gifts to build up the Church. Moreover, believers are privileged to experience a Baptism in the Holy Spirit.
(Acts 2:38; 1 Cor 12:4-7; Acts 1:5; Acts 8:14-17)
God intervenes in our physical, emotional, or spiritual ailments, bringing about restoration, wholeness, or relief. As believers, we should pray for healing, trusting God’s compassion and power to work in our lives.
(Matt 8:16-17; James 5:14-16; Phil 4:6-7; Mark 11:24)
The Bible is a collection of divinely inspired and infallible texts that reveals God’s love for humanity and his plan for redemption. It is authoritative for faith and practice.
(2 Tim 3:16-17; 2 Pet 1:20-21; Heb 4:12; Rom 15:4)
Stephen brings visionary, pastoral leadership to Madison Church, drawing on his Master of Arts in Missional Church Movements from Wheaton College, his church-planting experience, and his passion for helping people grow in faith and purpose. In his role, he guides teaching, spiritual formation, and the long-term direction of the church.
Liz brings creative, inclusive leadership to Madison Church, informed by her Master of Divinity from the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary, her communication background, and her work supporting individuals of all abilities. In her role, she helps people participate fully in worship and community life through environments marked by belonging and authenticity.
Tyler serves as a trustee by offering thoughtful financial insight and a heart for sustainable growth, helping Madison Church steward its resources wisely for long-term impact.
Chrissie serves as a trustee with a deep love for Madison and a passion for helping the church thrive through thoughtful leadership, hospitality, and care for community.
Tim supports the spiritual life of Madison Church by offering steady, prayerful leadership shaped by decades of experience in counseling, recovery ministry, and family discipleship.
Kyle brings thoughtful, servant-hearted leadership to Madison Church, shaped by his Master of Divinity studies, his Air Force experience, and his ordination by Madison Church. In his role, he helps guide the spiritual tone and discernment of the church with humility and care.
