Adults

When we deepen our friendships, we deepen our faith. One of our priorities is helping people connect with each other in significant ways. Village Church has small groups, events, and classes for every stage of life.

Interested in More Info on Groups

One of our priorities is helping people connect:

  • Small Groups focus on friendship, prayer, and bible study and entail a longer term investment. Some groups also find ways to serve together.
     
  • Classes/Studies focus for a shorter season (4-12 weeks) on a specific topic (financial health, marriage enrichment, spiritual growth, biblical archaeology, etc.)
     
  • Special Interest groups range in length and subject matter.  Some are activity-driven and seasonal, some address a stage of life, some focus on a special cause (Hiking, Writing, Aviation, Caring for aging parents, etc.)

Groups is a great place to start!

Click on any of the expandable links below for more ways to get connected at Village Church.

 

 

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    Men

    Paul Alleman
    Coordinator, x193

    Craig Worrall
    Assistant, x202

    It’s important for men to connect with and challenge one other in life, family, and ministry.  These days manhood is defined in confusing ways, but God's Word offers clarity and direction, and discovering that in community is our goal with men. Together we'll build each other up, have real conversations about the things that really matter, and strengthen each other to become the men God has created us to be.

    Weekly Study Groups

    • Tuesdays, 6:15-7:30am, Room 207
    • Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm, Room 101
    • Saturdays, 7-8:30am, Room 102
    • Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30am, Gojo's Restaurant (Waukegan)

    Come study God's word with other men. Bring your Bible, a notebook, and a pen. No need to register, just show up.

    Visit the Events page for more opportunities for men.

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    Women

    Emily Schmidt
    Coordinator, x192

    Craig Worrall
    Assistant, x202

     

    Women are pulled in many different directions these days. There are internal and external expectations that weary our hearts, minds, and bodies. Whether you are a full-time employee, full-time at home, or looking for your next life step, your hours are full. So wherever you find yourself, we want to come alongside and encourage you in your relationship with Jesus and others.

    Patriarchs

    The Patriarchs: Encountering the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob - Bible Study Book by Beth Moore provides a personal study experience five days a week for this in-depth women's Bible study of Genesis 12-50. Discover God's pursuit of a relationship with man, and marvel as His plan to bless all people unfolds. Full of twists and turns, ruin and redemption, revelation and mystery this Bible study keeps participants captivated by the God who stars in it! Explore concepts such as blessing, covenant, and promise, and the bearing each has on a New Testament believer’s life today. Group members will also study the Hebrew names of God introduced on the early pages of Scripture.

    Entrusted

    We were never meant to take this journey of faith alone or in secret. God has entrusted us with the great and mighty gift of the gospel, something too precious and life-giving to keep to ourselves.

    In this 6-session Bible study, Beth will encourage you to guard what God has entrusted to you, further His kingdom by sharing Christ with others, and pour into future generations just as Paul once mentored Timothy. Because in this journey of joy and hardship, we need each other to stay the course and live a life of faithfulness.

    Anointed

    When suffering and affliction wear you down, when grief and sorrow are near, there is One who knows your pain. When guilt and shame overwhelm, the One who knows you fully offers the perfect remedy.

    In this 8-week flexible study, you’ll come face to face with Jesus in the pages of the Old Testament and find the confidence you need to walk in hope even during life’s most difficult days.

    MOMS - Making Our Mothering Significant

    • Tuesdays, September-May
    • Morning: 9-11:30am
    • Evening: 6:45-8:30pm

    Click to get more info and register online!

    Visit the Events Page for more opportunities for women.

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    Marriage

    Brandon Smith
    Pastor, x181

    Craig Worrall
    Assistant, x202

     

    Marriage is an adventure. All you need is love, right? Village Church believes that God desires much more for our most significant earthly relationship than we can ever imagine for ourselves. He desires for us to grow in Christ-likeness. For these reasons, we offer a marriage ministry that includes various opportunities for both engaged and married couples to grow. We do it in healthy, challenging and enjoyable communities where real connection can be experienced.

    Visit the Events Page for more opportunities for couples.

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    Singles

    Brandon Smith
    Pastor, x181

    Craig Worrall
    Assistant, x202

     

    Meta & Momentum

    Meta - college-age singles

    • Sunday, 7-9pm, various locations

    Visit the Meta Facebook page for more info.

    Momentum - singles, all ages

    • Sunday, 10:45am, Room 104

    Each group is committed to helping single adults grow in their relationship with Jesus, connect with one another, serve in the church, and reach our community. In addition to the weekly group meetings, check out the Meta and Momentum events below.

    Visit the Events Page for more opportunities for singles.

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    Adults w/ Special Needs

    Brandon Smith
    Pastor, x181

    Craig Worrall
    Assistant, x202

     

    • Sundays, 9am, Room 106

    THRIVE! is a ministry specially designed for teens and young adults with special needs. To meet this vision, the THRIVE! team will:

    • Share God’s truth of salvation through Jesus in developmentally-appropriate biblical teaching
       
    • Facilitate learning and participation with hands-on individualized activities
       
    • Create a safe place to engage in times of sharing and prayer
       
    • Encourage the development of a personal relationship with Jesus
       
    • Develop opportunities to connect outside the Sunday morning class
       
    • Provide service opportunities to promote inclusion within the body of Christ at Village Church

    In his word God affirms the value of every human being regardless of ability. We were “knit together in my mother’s womb...fearfully and wonderfully made,” and he has “plans...to give you hope and a future” (Psalm 139:13-14; Jeremiah 29:11). At Village Church we desire to develop individuals with developmental limitations to GROW, CONNECT, SERVE, and REACH their generation for Christ.