About

We believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and that He came to the earth to die on
mankind’s behalf so that those who obey His Word may have eternal life with Him in Heaven.

The Church of Christ that meets in Anna, Illinois is a small congregation. We believe in the truth
of the Scriptures of the Bible. Based on those scriptures, we believe, to obey, one must:

  • Hear the Word of God (Romans 10:14)
  • Believe that Word and desire to obey it (John 3:36)
  • Confess before men your belief that Jesus is the Son of God (Acts 8:36-37)
  • Repent of your sins (Acts 17:30)
  • Be baptized for the remission of your sins (Acts 2:38)
  • Live a faithful life unto death (Revelation 2:10)

Dave Smith

Elder

Dave is a retired English teacher married to the former Carla Bell. They have three children and six grandchildren. He currently teaches the Wednesday evening Bible class, records Bible lessons for the local radio station (WIBH) and assists with the publication of the church bulletin.

Ryan Thornsberry

Elder, Minister

Ryan is an English teacher at Shawnee Community College, married to the former Rebekah Jones. They have three children and four grandchildren. Ryan has been preaching since 1992 and the minister at Anna since 2021.