Church of Joy

Church of Joy, Home of Sidewalk Sunday School was conceived in the heart of its founder and Senior Pastor, Luis R. Reyes over 15 years ago. After having grown up on the South Side of Waukegan, and being no stranger to the challenges that children and families face in the urban environment, Pastor Louie and his wife Tricia responded to the call of God to start a ministry that would not only give people an opportunity to be impacted spiritually, but in every area of their lives.

Now, over 15 years later, the Reyes’ commitment to holistic care and practical ministry has changed countless lives of children, teens, and families through our region and throughout the world. With over 20 years of experience in ministering to children, Pastor Louie is a leading voice to educate and inspire pastors and leaders who feel compelled to reach out to the younger generation. His “whatever it takes” attitude is more than a slogan. It is born out of personal sacrifice and a bold stand for God’s priorities that has caused thousands of children to be reached with the gospel of Christ and to thrive. It is our privilege to share the ministry of Sidewalk Sunday School with visitors from around the globe who come to our Zion ministry campus to receive training on children’s ministry and outreach.

In addition to impacting children and teens, the power and presence of God has changed the lives of countess adults and families as revival has swept through our ministry! Revival has come to Church of Joy and God has found a leader and a people who have committed to making God’s priorities our priorities. In every service and every outreach, we are committed to ensuring that there is a generation who knows God and who passionately pursues Him. We are raising a generation of people who will honor God and whose lives have been transformed through Revival!