About us
The Jerseyville church of Christ is a local, independent congregation of believers striving to follow the pattern of the New Testament church. Like all churches of Christ, we are autonomous—meaning we are self-governed, with no denominational structure or human creeds. Our only guide is the Bible.
Our goal is simple: to live and worship according to God’s Word. We aim to “speak where the Bible speaks and be silent where the Bible is silent.” Everything we do is rooted in Scripture, and we seek to glorify God in our teaching, our worship, and our daily lives.
Here in Jerseyville, we are more than just a group of individuals—we’re a family. Over the years, we’ve rejoiced in blessings and walked through sorrow together. When challenges come, we stand united in faith and purpose. We believe the true strength of the church doesn’t lie in buildings, wealth, education, or numbers, but in our shared obedience to our Heavenly Father.
With God’s help, we continue to grow in love, service, and truth—seeking to be a light in our community and a support to one another. We welcome you to join us in worship, study, and fellowship.
Meet Jake - No Titles, Just a Fellow Servant
Jake Medford
No "Pastor," no "Reverend"—just Jake.
Jake grew up right here in Jerseyville, and chances are you’ve seen him around town. He’s active in the community, easy to talk to, and always ready with a smile or a good laugh.
Raised in the Catholic faith, Jake once considered becoming a priest. But over time, he began to question some of the teachings he was told not to question. His spiritual journey took a new direction when a friend from a local non-profit project introduced him to a small group meeting just north of town—the church of Christ.
What followed were countless hours of study, conversations, and honest searching. Jake found something different: a church focused solely on the Bible, without man-made creeds, religious hierarchy, or denominational labels. A church simply striving to be the one described in the New Testament.
In May 2017, Jake began preaching for the congregation he now calls home. His journey hasn’t slowed down since. He met his wife, Samantha, in 2018, and they married in 2020. They welcomed their daughter, Emersyn, in 2022—and in 2024, their family grew again with the birth of their son, Noah.
If you have questions, are looking for a place to study, or just want to meet someone who loves sharing God’s word, Jake would be glad to connect with you.