St. Olaf has been in existence since 1888, but moved in 1970 from its original location on Benton Street in Aurora. The church draws about 150 worshippers each Sunday, with a congregation numbering between 300 and 400. St. Olaf operates a preschool for three- and four-year-olds on the church grounds as well, and offers its members several activities, including a bowling league, a choir, a softball team, and a coffee house. The pastor is Scott Guhl, and the preschool director is Lisa Horn.
Initially founded as the South Aurora Church of God more than 20 years ago, this church has changed its name to Destiny Worship Center because, in the words of Pastor James Schulker, "it's in Montgomery, not South Aurora." The church is committed to children's and youth ministry and sees an average of 25 attendees each Sunday. It draws from several surrounding communities, and Schulker says virtually all of the church's members are from more than five miles away.
Community Christian is a multi-site church with houses of worship in 12 Chicagoland communities. The Montgomery church was founded in 2002, and according to Pastor Carter Moss, its mission is to "help people find their way back to God." It pulls equally from Montgomery, Aurora and Oswego, and has 450 members. The church is heavily involved in east Aurora, and supports mission work in the Philippines and Haiti.
Faith Assembly Church is a stark, white, aged building in the heart of downtown Montgomery. Now in its 22nd year, the church is led by Pastor Michael Hefner, and its congregation believes in "striv(ing) for holiness and perfection" while following the Bible. The church holds three services a week: two on Sundays and one on Wednesdays. Sermons are archived and available for download on the church's website.
Neighborhood Church of the Brethren hosts Sunday school and regular worship services. The church, which follows the teachings of the New Testament, is committed to following the way of Jesus by serving the community as faithful disciples of Christ. All are welcome to attend.
Genesis Community Church took up residence in the old Village Hall site at 1300 S. Broadway in 2009. The pastor is Jeffrey Barrett, and the church meets on Sunday mornings. Genesis is active in the community, hosting rock concerts and participating in charitable events.
Founded in 1953, Calvary Baptist is a small, rustic church with a sanctuary inside and an outdoor setting for events. The church draws about 25 people per service, and has a congregation of 57, according to its website. It is led by the Rev. Jim Woods.
St. Luke's has been on Fernwood Drive for its entire 51 years. A member of the Missouri Synod Lutheran Church, St. Luke's draws mainly families, and offers three different types of services: a traditional Sunday worship, a contemporary service and a more informal liturgy. The church works closely with other Lutheran churches in the area, including San Pablo in Aurora, and supports Lutheran Bible Translators and other mission work. The pastor is Peter Hoffman.
St. Luke's also operates St. Luke's Lutheran School for preschool to eighth-grade students, at the same address.