"A place for YOU to grow and connect"
All women of the community are welcome!
Our Mission
To encourage spiritual growth, leadership development and Christian connection among women, preparing us for works of service for Christ in our families and communities.
Our mission is accomplished through the utilization of:
Worship and celebration
Bible studies and prayer
Fellowship and fun
Retreats and getaways
Gifts and talents
Outreach and missions
Discipleship and training
Communication and comfort
Our Guiding Verse
“...to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ.” - Ephesians 4:12-13
Monthly Meetings
Have fun, grow spiritually, connect with other Christian women or find a place to serve. Join us at the church from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. the second Thursday of each month. We are open to your ideas! Contact Julie Vander Linde at 630-399-0237.
Bible Studies & Teaching for Women
Bring your neighbors and friends to one of our classes:
Mondays - During the school year:
Study the Bible at the home of Kim Rogers in
Wednesdays at CCCH - During the school year:
Study the Bible in small groups and enjoy food and fellowship with women from other small groups. Choose the best time for you while your children are well cared for: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. or 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
The study beginning this spring (March 3, 2010), is Angela Thomas' video study Do You Think I'm Beautiful?. Contact Cami Gerstung at 630-789-8802 or Julie Vander Linde at 630-399-0237.
Every other Friday - All year long:
Study at the home of Sue Plotke in
Retreats, Conferences and Special Events
Fall Conference
A group from the Women's Growing Connection will attend the Extrordinary Women Conference in Rockford, IL November 5-6, 2010. Contact to buy your ticket at the discounted rate of $39. Don't miss the fun or this great ticket price - place your order with Sue by February 21st!
Spring Retreat
Mark your calendar for another great Spring Retreat at Camp LRCA in Crown Point, Indiana, April 30-May 1, 2010.
Christmas Celebration
Plan to join us Friday, December 3, 2010. This outreach event is designed to help us celebrate the birth of Christ and grow in our relationship with Him. Contact Donna Davis 630-852-9666.
Other Support, Encouragement & Fun Groups
First Place
This Bible-based weight loss group includes Bible study and small group encouragement. Join us at 5:45 p.m. Wednesday nights at the church. Sessions are 12 weeks long. Winter session begins on Wednesday, January 6th. Contact Linda Gibbons at 630-564-2396.
Power Stretch
Meet at church Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. for this yoga style workout to Christian music. $5.00 donation per class supports CareNet Pregnancy Services. Contact
Lunch with Ladies of the Bible
This group of senior ladies meets the second Wednesday of the month at 11:30 a.m., usually at the church. Our aim is to uplift and support older women. We encourage friendships and a caring network with an extra bonus of a tasty lunch! Contact Janice Nelson at 630-759-2057.
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)
Mothers with infants through kindergarten meet the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of most months (September through May). We support each other through friendships, educational speakers, craft opportunities and much more! Children aged infant through kindergarten are cared for through their own special on-site program.
Feed the Need
You can volunteer to prepare and deliver meals to families with special circumstances (a new baby, illness/surgery, or death in the family).
Heart To Heart Mentor
Sign up as a mentor or to be mentored! The program focuses on creating partners in prayer with the goal of deepening your relationship with Christ and affirming your spiritual gifts. Contact Cecilia Mwaya.
Prayer Requests
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