Staff
Our Pastor
Pastor Samuel Duren is a visionary Christian leader who is dedicated to preaching, teaching, and serving to advance God’s Kingdom. Pastor Duren was born and raised in Peoria, Illinois. He is an alumnus of Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia, where he attained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology. Pastor Duren holds a Master of Divinity degree from Lincoln Christian College & Seminary in Lincoln, Illinois.
Pastor Duren has served on several civic organizations. He is currently serving as a board member of the Peoria City/County Health Department Board.
Pastor Duren has served as pastor of Zion Baptist Church of Peoria, Illinois, since September of 2006.
Pastor Samuel Duren is married to Stacy Duren. They are the proud parents of Mrs. Amiah (Nick) Gaa, Samiyah, Lamiyah, and JJ, and the grandparents of Scarlett Gaa.
Administrative Assistant
Carol Thomas
Phone 309-676-4828
Email zion@zionbcpeoria.com
Phone 309-676-4828
Email zion@zionbcpeoria.com
