Plan Your Visit

We would love to have you visit with us and we would love to know you’re planning to join us!

We have in-person services, including our children’s ministry rKids and Sunday worship at 8:30 am • 10:00 am •  11:30 am. We also stream all three services online.

Please let us know if you’re planning to visit!

Plan Your Visit

Workplace: Marquis, Inc. (agricultural processing and biofuels manufacturing)

How long have you attended Richwoods?: I’ve attended Richwoods for 10 years.

If you had to eat one food for every meal going forward, what would it be?: I would gladly eat a Thanksgiving spread (or a rotation of Thanksgiving dishes) for every meal going forward.

Movie, tv show or book that describes your life: Family Matters

Tell us more: I’m married to my high school sweetheart, Jordan, and we live outside Chillicothe. We have three boys—Owen, Eliott, and Will. I enjoy playing, coaching, and watching sports.

Workplace: Sheridan Road Lumber became our family business in 1973. I stayed out on my own as a carpenter/contractor until going full time at the yard in 1980. Retired in 2021 after 41 years.

How long have you attended Richwoods?: Nancy and I have been at RCC since 1998 6-8 weeks after Jim arrived. 25 years. I am one of the two original drummers.

If you had to eat one food for every meal going forward, what would it be?: There are so many…probably Nancy’s roast and taters.

Movie, tv show or book that describes your life: Hate to say it but probably “Fast Times at Ridgemont High”  Way down at my core is a rock and roll drummer from the 60’s. The 60’s were outstanding!!

Tell us more: 

Born in Decatur IL in the year of our Lord 1950. Dad worked for Caterpillar and was climbing the ladder so we moved a LOT. I attended 9 schools, 3 in second grade, to get through HS. Dad came home one day with a new job in Fargo, ND. Mom said NO,(and a lot more)they got divorced in 1961. Mother remarried to a really good man. He was a builder in Morton, Taught me a lot that came in handy later.
 Finally winding up in Morton for 5 years with an outstanding band. The band broke up after 7 years together when I was 18 and I moved to Peoria and lived in my car. Finally I met up with a friend from Washington Christian Church who guided me to some guys looking for roommates. Moved on to jobs at Pabst, Bergners and some other minimal jobs winding up at Caterpillar thanks to my dad. David was cruising North St in Peoria, driving a 65 GTO convertible, and spotted a car load of blondes with a flat tire. Well now WHAT ARE YA GONNA DUE?? turns out it was Nancy’s car, she had a spare and I had a jack. That is how we meet. Some time later  I had to make a choice between her and music. Luckily I chose her. Davidwent to  work for Nancy’s dad as a carpenter and all that my step father had  taught me paid off big time. Nancy and I  have been together as a couple since the moon landing July 20 1969, married in October 1971 and have no regrets. Three children and eight grandkids to prove the point. There is NO doubt that the Lord gave Nan a flat tire just for me. Love him dearly for the blessings He has poured out in our lives together.

Workplace: Centerpoint Community Church

How long have you attended Richwoods?: My family and I have attended Richwoods for about 12 or 13 years.

If you had to eat one food for every meal going forward, what would it be?:The one food that I could eat everyday would probably be pizza, there are so many combinations so I would never get bored.Emoji

Movie, tv show or book that describes your life:The tv show that would describe my life would probably be “The Cosby Show.” Our family is close, quirky, and crazy, just like the Cosby’s.

Tell us more: 

I am the second oldest of four brothers and three sisters. I’ve been married to my beautiful wife Stephanie for 21 years. We have five beautiful kids, aging from 27 down to 16. I am most certainly by desire and default a family man. I make it a point to keep myself involved in my kids’ lives. I’ve been a Peoria native all but 5 or so years of my life. There was a brief stint where my wife and I lived in Bloomington. I grew up on the south end of town with my mom (my biological parents were separated) until I was about six years old, when I went to live with my dad and stepmom. My dad was a serious church goer, which meant we were always at church. I’d always find him making statements like “as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord” which fortified church in our house. At some point our family branched away from the church we grew up in and my dad started his own church, which I’m certain is the building blocks of where and why I am today.
I won’t say I’ve always enjoyed church but the older I got and the more I understood how God fit in my life, the more things became clear, which sparked my involvement, hence drums and singing and anything else the church needed.
I’m super passionate about Jesus and am in constant pursuit of Him with the desire to be more like Him every day. I am far from perfect and am not ashamed to admit it but find myself reserved in letting people see how imperfect I am. I love the journey that I’ve been on and can’t see myself not doing life with Jesus. I love people and want to see everyone succeed in their life both personally and spiritually. I am an extravert with introvert tendencies. Meaning, I like having new friends but struggle sparking new friendships, I love to fellowship but am also just fine with staying at home. I don’t mind being a part of conversations but will shy away from starting them. Emoji
A few things that I enjoy doing: I enjoy reading books that stimulate my thinking, I enjoy writing, I LOVE riding my Harley Davidson, and I enjoy traveling. But on the flipside of that, while I love my city, I can’t stand when it’s cold, I’d love to be somewhere that’s always warm, and I struggle to discipline myself to find time to do the things that I enjoy.

Workplace: Caterpillar Inc.; started in 1988

How long have you attended Richwoods?: 18 years

If you had to eat one food for every meal going forward, what would it be?: Country Fried Steak and anything chocolate

Movie, tv show or book that describes your life: Books: Extreme Ownership & Little Engine that Could

Tell us more: 

    • Family:  Wife (Rhonda; married August 20,1988); Daughter (Katelynn,husband Camilo); Son (Bradley)
    • Education: BS in Computer Technology (Purdue University); Powering Up Leadership Certification (Bradley University)
    • Hobbies/Interests: 1/2 Marathons, Golf, Travel, Marriage Mentoring

Favorite Book(s): Where The Red Fern Grows, by Wilson Rawls. I fell in love with it after my 5th grade teacher read it aloud to our class over a semester and cried at the end.

Favorite TV Show: The Andy Griffith Show

Favorite Movie: Miracle (the story of the men’s hockey team that won gold in the 1980 Olympics)

If you had to eat one food at every meal going forward, what would it be? Mashed potatoes and gravy…or is that two foods? Gravy makes everything better.

Dream Vacation: Staying in an “overwater bungalow” in a place like Bora Bora. Anywhere I can just fall into the water.

Disney Spirit Character: Dug (the people pleasing, upbeat, ever friendly dog from “Up”)

Movie or TV title that best describes your life: National Lampoon’s Vacation. My dad IS Clark W. Griswold.

How do you like your coffee? Does spilled on the ground count? I’ve honestly never had/tried coffee.

 

Favorite Book(s): My favorite children’s book is Dory and the Blue Witch (my grandma used to read it to me all the time when I was little)

Favorite TV Show: This is Us & Modern Family

Favorite Food: I will never make a decision when asked what I want to eat. I love ALL food and am not picky! I am always up for trying new cuisine!

Dream Vacation: Off grid in the mountains somewhere just connecting with nature and slowing down

Disney Spirit Character: Moana

How do you like your coffee? I love ALL THE COFFEE, except pumpkin spice. Pumpkin spice is gross!

Get to know Molly in her own words:

Hi there friends! My name is Molly Webb, and I am the Family Ministry Associate! I am a wife and mother to 4 very busy children, Austin, Aubrey, Emmett and Harrison! We are a super sports family, so all of our free time is usually spent on the field of some kind, depending on the season (Go Knights)! Our favorite things to do together are family movie nights and finding new adventures. I have a long-time servant heart and have spent the last 14 years in nursing, I am truly honored and blessed to have been called to serve in a different way through children’s ministry and am looking forward to seeing what God has in store on this journey!

Favorite Book(s): I’m not much of a recreational reader, but I am reading Charles Stanley’s “Every Day in His Presence” A wonderful daily devotional that speaks directly to my heart. I love and recommend this book.

Favorite TV Show: Seinfeld, The Office, Amazing Race,  Bull, I could go on… I watch way too much TV.

Favorite Movie: Tombstone, Contact, Justice League, Aquaman, Man of Steel. I’m a DC fan.

If you had to eat one food at every meal going forward, what would it be? Tacos, just keep ’em coming

Dream Vacation: I’d love to visit England one day. Try and convince everyone that I’m related to Winston. Uncle Winny as I call him. LOL

Disney Spirit Character: I’ve always identified with Grumpy. He’s my fav dwarf.

Movie or TV title that best describes your life: I’d say The Amazing Race. This life I have, that we have is a journey of discovery. New challenges and obstacles around each corner. I’ve been in the valley at my lowest low and I’ve experienced mountain tops of great joy. And every time my God has been there for me. I am excited to see where this race leads me next.

How do you like your coffee? I like my coffee with just creamer. I’ve always said that I am sweet enough.

Favorite Book(s): I don’t read….like ever…..so its gotta be The Hobbit

Favorite Childhood Possession: An autographed baseball from my first Cubs game

Favorite TV Show: How I Met Your Mother

Favorite Movie: Elf

If you had to eat one food at every meal going forward, what would it be? BBQ Ribs

Dream Vacation: Deep Sea fishing for Blue Marlin and Bluefin Tuna

Disney Spirit Character: Olaf from Frozen

Movie or TV title that best describes your life: She’s Out of My League

How do you like your coffee? I drink my coffee the right way….black! If I want dessert I’ll eat it, I don’t need to drink it

A little more about Arin: 

Student ministry is a huge passion of mine. The conversations and goofiness that can happen within junior high and high school students is what it’s all about! I have been involved in youth ministry since 2016. I graduated from Lincoln Christian University with a degree in Youth and Family Ministry and jumped in head first. I have served in many volunteer roles as a youth pastor and even running a summer camp full time for five years.
Outside of student ministry I love spending quality time with my family. My wife, Carah, and I have 3 beautiful daughters, Jayda, Amia, and Emmy and a furry “fourth child” named Chester. We love going on walks and playing at the park, with the occasional princess tea party thrown in from time to time.
In my alone time, I find my connection to Christ through nature. I’m an avid fisherman and beekeeping is a recent hobby that I have picked up. I tend to go all out with hobbies and over exaggerate often! Typically you’ll find me laughing, telling lame jokes, and being way too excited for things that don’t warrant it!

Favorite Book(s): The Bible (of course!), Beautiful Resistance (Jon Tyson), A Cloud by Day Fire by Night (AW Tozer)

Favorite Childhood Possession: Golf Clubs

Favorite TV Show: The Office

Favorite Movie: Shawshank Redemption

If you had to eat one food at every meal going forward, what would it be? Ribeye

Dream Vacation: 4 days at The Masters in Augusta, GA

Disney Spirit Character: Baloo from The Jungle Book

Movie or TV title that best describes your life: Instant Family

How do you like your coffee? First thing in the morning

A little more about Chad: 

Chad grew up in Northeast Ohio where he became a follower of Jesus on March 1st, 1999. He was trained in the local church, and graduated Summa Cum Laude from Liberty University with a Bachelor of Science Religion. Around the age of 23 he met his wife Jenna, felt God calling him into vocational ministry, and after the brith of their first son moved to take his first pastor position in Atlanta, GA. Since then Team Manbeck has lived in California, Kansas, Nevada, and now Central Illinois. Chad and his wife Jenna have 5 children (Luke, Jordyn, Trust, Ethan, and Selena) and a dog named Gary! He has a deep heart and passion for preaching about Jesus, making disciples who make disciples, and seeing the church of God become a bright, vibrant light in Central Illinois. He is honored to serve Richwoods as Lead Pastor and excited to see more and more people find and follow Jesus.

Chad met Jenna in Northeast Ohio and have been married since 2003. They enjoy dating one another, theatre, discovering new restaurants, and watching some of their favorite shows by a warm fire. Chad loves golf, reading books about leadership, early mornings, cups of coffee, and sharing life’s moments with his best friend (his wife, not the dog!!!).

Favorite Childhood Possession: My cabbage patch doll that my daughter, Ella, still sleeps with (her name is Elyse).

Favorite TV Show: Longmire or Psych

Disney Spirit Character: Merida

Movie or TV title that best describes your life: The Looney Tunes!

How do you like your coffee? Dunkin Donuts Carmel Coconut iced latte all day long!

A little more about Alyssa: 

Alyssa has lived her life here in Illinois, never living more than a few hours from Lincoln where she grew up. Alyssa joined our staff here at Richwoods in 2015 in our children’s ministry but now is our Campus Pastor! Alyssa, her hubby Sam, and their three kids love living out in the country with lots of fresh air, and room to run and explore!