Last Updated: Monday, September 12

Below are some answers from leadership to common questions those within our church familia might have regarding the closing of Tri-Village Church on Sunday, September 11. If you would like to speak with a member of the leadership team or have additional questions, please feel free to contact our Tri-Village Church campus pastor, Erick Solomon, at .

Tri-Village Church Announcement

Please click here for the announcement made by Pastors Erick and Hanibal on Sunday, August 21. If the video does not load to when Pastor Erick speaks, please skip to 1:01:38.

Wheaton Bible Church Announcement

Please click here for the announcement made by Pastor Hanibal and Elder John Walker on Sunday, August 21. If the video does not load to when Pastor Hanibal speaks, please skip to 29:54.

Iglesia del Pueblo Announcement

Haz clic aquí para el anuncio hecho por el Pastor Sergio y el Anciano Manny Favela el domingo, 21 de agosto. Si el video no se carga hasta el momento en que el Pastor Sergio habla, por favor salta hasta el minuto 24:02.

Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Tri-Village Church close, and when was the final Sunday service?

Note: Please reference your campus announcement above that was given on Sunday, August 21, for more information. The answer below is a summary of that announcement.

Tri-Village Church, which was an extension of our Wheaton Bible Church and Iglesia del Pueblo congregations in West Chicago, had been meeting in AWANA’s building for six years in Streamwood, Illinois. When the building was put up for sale, we began to pray as familia for God to provide a temporary location and direct us to a new permanent location.

The news of a temporary relocation added to challenges Tri-Village Church has already been facing the last two years—specifically because of the pandemic, which has impacted many smaller congregations. In addition, many transitions, some members moving away, the slow return of congregants, and a lack of volunteers has created a very difficult position for Tri-Village.

While we extensively investigated more than 120 possible locations, the Lord did not open any permanent doors. We were recently informed that the AWANA building was sold, and our ability to use the space would conclude the middle of September 2022. After much prayer, many hours of conversation, as well as seeking wisdom and direction from the Lord, the Executive Leadership Team, under the guidance of the Elders, came to the conclusion that Tri-Village’s season of ministry came to an end. 

Tri-Village Church gathered for a final service on Sunday, September 11.

Who should I speak with about next steps to take for a home church?
This is understandably one of the most important questions you have. We invite you to worship with us at Wheaton Bible Church in West Chicago, of which Tri-Village Church was an extension since it launched in 2016. At our website, you can learn more about our beliefs and values, check out past services, or discover some next steps that are available. As familia, we will continue to be in prayer for you during this time of transition, trusting God will see you through and guide your steps toward His good and perfect will. However we can be of help to you during this time, please let us know.

If Wheaton Bible Church is not a possibility for you, we are recommending several trusted churches in the area for you to consider. If you’d like to speak with Pastor Erick about them, or would like to learn more about Wheaton Bible Church, please feel free to set up a time to meet by using this link.

What will happen to the Tri-Village Church staff?
We care deeply about our staff and appreciate the skills and ministry leadership they have brought to Tri-Village Church. We are currently exploring with them areas in which they can continue to serve on staff at Wheaton Bible Church.

What will happen to the AWANA building where Tri-Village Church has met?
Tri-Village Church has been renting AWANA’s headquarters since 2016, and we are incredibly thankful to them for how they’ve blessed us over the years. They recently sold the building, and our ability to utilize the space will conclude the middle of September.

What will happen to Tri-Village Church’s social media accounts, website, and sermon resources?
Tri-Village Church’s website is no longer active, and our social media accounts will shut down at the end of September. We are also currently working with our web developer to make past sermons available at wheatonbible.org/messages. Stay tuned to this FAQ web page for related updates.