1859 - Formed from Mackinaw and Sangamon presbyteries by Sangamon Synod

1859 - Became part of newly formed Central Illinois Synod

1887 - Became part of Illinois Synod (consolidation of Illinois, Central Illinois, & Sangamon synods)

1910 - Union of Lincoln, Vandalia & Decatur presbyteries, taking the name Lincoln-Decatur Presbytery

Updated April 1, 2009