Even today, the services at many of the African American Churches may last for several hours, a tradition held over from times past. Holiday celebrations in the South, like elsewhere, include traditional foods. If you are ever a visitor here during Lent, members of the Church community come together for prayer services and a Lenten Lunch at the McCormick Methodist Church. Appointed persons bring their own versions of Vegetable Soup which are all mixed together. No single recipe could duplicate these blended flavors.
Visitors are welcome.
Today in McCormick County freedom of worship is still believed to be one of the most important gifts of our heritage. We have over 50 churches, old and new of many different denominations which dot the countryside, including a lakeside church for summer vacationers. As local churches provide an opportunity to grow spiritually as well as to fellowship with others, all visitors, newcomers and residents are encouraged to worship at the church of their choice. A complete list is available on request . Besides the Chamber of Commerce , there are many social, civic, youth, cultural, and educational organizations within the county.