About Linn Presbyterian
Who We Are
Linn Presbyterian Church (historically known as “Linn Church”) is a welcoming and inclusive community of faith that rejoices in actively serving the community and worshipping Jesus Christ.
We are a Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and a dedicated Matthew 25 church. Find out more about our Reformed theological tradition and our commitment to the mission and ministry of Jesus.
Our Mission
With a shared sense of purpose, vision, and faith in Jesus Christ, Linn Presbyterian Church exists to show God’s unconditional love and reconciliation. We celebrate our history, liturgical worship, and opportunities for outreach and connection.
In the changing environment of the Geneva Lake Region, we help address the challenges of our community. With a passion for mission, LPC supports basic economic needs, using our spiritual gifts and partnering with local service organizations.
We continue to grow in our discipleship while welcoming all, pursuing God’s justice, and utilizing our unique location and resources to gather and serve.
History of Linn Church
In September 1844, a new worshipping community gathered in a log school house near the “Hill Cemetery” in Hebron, Illinois. They decided to form a church in the Presbyterian tradition and called themselves the Presbyterian Church of Linn and Hebron, locally known as the “Hill Church”.
Due to an expanding number of members, in 1923, the church was (literally, physically!) moved to Linn Township in Wisconsin to the town of Zenda. It officially joined the Presbytery of Milwaukee in 1959 and was commonly known as “Linn Church.”
Eventually, even the Zenda location could not handle the capacity of families desiring to be a part of this active community of farmers and local business people. Due to the generosity of Walter York and his family, they donated 10 acres of land in Lake Geneva in 1974. A beautiful, one-story building was constructed with a spacious Narthex and vaulted Lancet Arch sanctuary adorned with unique, contemporary stained-glass windows designed by a local artist, Valerie Kragenbrink.
The new location of Linn Presbyterian Church encouraged the expansion of membership to include many Chicagoland residents who had summer homes on Geneva Lake, as well as retirees who permanently relocated to the area. In 1998, the West Wing known as the Education Wing, was added to accommodate Sunday School classrooms.
Community Partners
