We are located in Brighton, Illinois, near the confluence of three counties, thereby serving the tri-county area of Macoupin, Jersey and Madison counties in Illinois.

St. John’s is an Open and Affirming church that serves the area with a more progressive, inclusive Christian voice. St. John's embraces the diversity of all people. We seek to build spiritual growth through worship and community engagement, while providing a safe and nurturing Christian environment for all to grow in their relationship with God and each other. 

St. John's was established in 1870, one year after the village of Brighton was incorporated.

We are located on the corner of North and Maple Streets in Brighton, along Highway 111/267.

Governance and Administration

The members of St. John’s UCC in Brighton are the governing body of the church. The Administrative Team is the executive body of St. John’s.

Administrative Team Members

Tammy Oertel, Moderator

Chris Dawdy

Anne McCoy

Erin Martin

Otto Nurnberger

LuAnn Roth

Janet Saxton

Officers of St. John’s UCC

Chris Dawdy, Treasurer