Prayer Bulletin for October 2026
Whatever November’s election brings, Christ’s Kingdom cannot fail. Let’s fulfill our civic duty by voting with discernment and praying for honest elections,…
Pastor Connection
Pastor Connection is IFI's committee of Illinois pastors, led by Pastor Moore. It connects pastors with each other and with timely resources on the issues facing families and churches in Illinois.
Resources for your church
Your church's legal rights
What your church and pastor may say and do, and how the law protects you.
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What Churches and Pastors Can and Cannot Do
A plain-language guide to what churches and pastors may legally do during an election season.
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Constitutional Protections for Pastors
What the Constitution protects when pastors speak to moral and political issues.
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Religious Speech and Hate Crimes
What your church needs to know about the federal "hate crimes" law and the freedom to preach the whole counsel of Scripture. From Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF).
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Church by-laws
Model by-law language that protects your church's right to be the church.
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Seven Things All Churches Should Have in Their By-Laws
Proactively protecting your church's right to be the church: the seven provisions every church's by-laws should include. From Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF).
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Statement on Marriage and Sexuality (Suggested By-Law Language)
Model by-law language for a statement of biblical authority and a statement on marriage, gender and sexuality. From Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF).
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Church Facilities Use Policy
A model policy for when and how non-members may use your church's buildings, consistent with your faith. From Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF).
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Religious Belief Regarding Marriage
Why your by-laws should state your church's religious belief about marriage, and how to word it. From Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF).
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Church membership
Model policies for joining, discipline and leaving, so your church is protected.
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The Importance of a Membership Policy
How a clear membership policy in your by-laws protects your church when it practices church discipline. From Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF).
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Model Membership Agreement
A model agreement members sign to affirm the church's statement of faith and standards of conduct. From Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF).
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Procedure for Rescinding Membership
Model by-law language for how and when membership may be rescinded, by the church or the member. From Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF).
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Church voter guide
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IFI voter guide
Nonpartisan candidate information to help your congregation vote with a biblical worldview.
View the voter guide : IFI voter guide
Invite a speaker
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Invite an IFI speaker
Bring an IFI speaker to your church, school, or community group.
Request a speaker : Invite an IFI speaker
Host an event
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Host an IFI event at your church
Partner with IFI to host a town hall, briefing, or worldview event for your congregation.
Contact IFI : Host an IFI event at your church
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