About Us
Raw. Real. Relational.
Take a few moments to find out what it means:
A Christian Church in the Quad Cities Where Everyone Belongs
Emerge Church is a Christian church in the Quad Cities committed to creating a community where people can encounter the love of Jesus and experience authentic belonging. As a church in the Quad Cities, we serve people from across the region including Davenport IA, Bettendorf IA, Rock Island IL, and Moline IL.
Many people searching for a church near me or a Christian church near me are looking for a place where faith and real life can meet honestly. At Emerge Church, we believe following Jesus means practicing compassion, humility, and justice in the world around us.
We are a Christian church, a non-denominational church, and a local religious organization rooted in the historic Christian faith while embracing a thoughtful and open approach to spirituality.
An Inclusive Church for the Quad Cities
Emerge Church is an inclusive church that believes the love of God is for everyone. Our community includes people from many backgrounds, beliefs, and life experiences who are exploring what it means to follow Jesus together.
We strive to be a non-judgmental church where people can ask questions, grow spiritually, and build meaningful relationships. If you’ve ever searched for a church that accepts everyone, our hope is that you will find that kind of community here.
Our goal is simple: to create a place where people feel safe to explore faith without fear, shame, or pressure.
A Progressive Christian Church Rooted in Jesus
Emerge Church is also a progressive Christian church, meaning we seek to follow the teachings of Jesus with humility, curiosity, and compassion. We believe faith should inspire love for our neighbors, care for the vulnerable, and a commitment to justice and reconciliation.
As a Christian church in the Quad Cities, we hold to the core message of the Gospel while welcoming conversation, learning, and spiritual growth.
An LGBTQ Affirming Church
Emerge Church is an LGBTQ affirming church in the Quad Cities. We believe LGBTQ individuals are fully loved by God and are welcomed as full participants in the life of our community.
If you have ever searched for an LGBTQ affirming church or a church that accepts everyone, we want you to know that you are welcome here.
Our vision is to be a community where people of all identities and backgrounds can worship, grow spiritually, and serve others together.
Serving the Entire Quad Cities Community
Emerge Church is proud to serve the entire Quad Cities region. Many people in our community come from different cities including:
Davenport IA
Bettendorf IA
Rock Island IL
Moline IL
Whether you are specifically looking for a church in Davenport IA, a church in Bettendorf IA, a church in Rock Island IL, or a church in Moline IL, our doors are open to you.
If you’ve been searching online for a church near me or a Christian church near me, we invite you to visit and experience Emerge Church for yourself.
A Church for Spiritual Seekers and Lifelong Christians
Some people who come to Emerge Church have been part of church their entire lives. Others are exploring faith for the first time or returning after difficult experiences with religion.
As a church in the Quad Cities, we believe spiritual growth happens best in a community built on grace, curiosity, and love. No matter where you are on your journey, you are welcome to explore faith with us.
Visit Emerge Church
If you are looking for a Christian church in the Quad Cities that values compassion, authenticity, and community, we invite you to visit Emerge Church.
Whether you are searching for:
a Christian church near me
a church in the Quad Cities
an inclusive church
a progressive Christian church
or an LGBTQ affirming church
you are welcome here.
EMERGE
The Bible says that there is a time to plant and God is planting something within us. But when God plants something, we can’t predetermine what will grow. The best we can do is to watch with expectancy to see what emerges. And while we don’t know all of what will emerge, we know that it will be raw, real, and relational.
Raw.
At EMERGE, we want to experience the raw, natural goodness of God without any additives or preservatives. And that’s also how we want to experience one another…in our rawness, in our bare-naked honesty.
Real.
Whether you see us online, in the community, or at our favorite bar and grill, what you see is what you get. We are the same people. At EMERGE, you don’t have to put on your happy church face. We want you to come as you are because we come as we are.
Relational.
We know that the journey of faith we take together doesn’t last forever this side of eternity. So, whether it’s six months, six years or even longer, we want you to experience redemptive relationships that helps you draw closer to God and to his people…relationships that help you understand who God is and who you are as one of his children.
“ You don’t have to put on your ‘happy church face’ when you come to EMERGE. Just come as you are because we come as we are.”
-Jim Powell
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