Heart of Worship with Eli Moore
Discovering the heart of worship with Willow's worship leaders
Blogs
Be Still & Know
When we go through the storms of life, where are our eyes focused?
Anger Not Harbored
Do we truly believe in God's amazing grace?
Road Trip Radio
Throughout this series, we’ll explore the power of music by studying different Psalms across a wide variety of situations and themes.
Gene Appel
Our words have the power to build up or tear down, to give light or fan flames. Join us this weekend as acclaimed writer, pastor, and friend Gene Appel returns to Willow to lead services with a message called "Words of Life."
Daily Devotionals
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Pray Boldly, Trust Courageously
Do we trust God enough to pray the boldest of prayers?
The Long-Awaited Harvest
What if we held onto hope just a little bit longer?
Fatherly Optimism
Honoring Willow Dads this Father’s Day
Never Walking Alone
Honoring Willow Dads this Father’s Day
The Between
What do we do when we’re between where we were and where we want to be?
A Father's Footprints
Honoring Willow Dads this Father’s Day
Triumphant Hurt
God can pick up the broken pieces of your life and resurrect you to something beautiful!
The Walls of Jericho
Do we trust God enough to answer His call?
New Giving Platform
When you give to Willow, you give through Willow to show God’s love in practical ways locally and globally, living out the Good News of Jesus and helping people take their next steps with Him.
God Loves Our Little Children
As parents, what if instead of policing we tried surrendering?
Tasty Tuesdays: Layers Cake and Brown Noodles
Today, we’ll look at Chi Can from South Lake’s family recipes for Vietnamese layers cake and Chinese pan-fried brown noodles
Courage Calling
The book of Joshua tells the story of a leader who took up the mantle of a legend--Moses. Joshua was called to lead God's people to the Promised Land, but he needed immeasurable courage and deep faith to answer that call. God has called each of us in a similar way; will we grow in courage and answer our calling, or will we shrink away and let it pass us by?
Parenting Resources
We know parenting can be hard, so we've put together some resources for you to check out that will help you lead, connect with, and inspire your children. We hope you find these resources helpful as you take next steps to win as a parent!
Global Leadership Summit 2021
Your influence and leadership matter!
Never Too Late
No matter your circumstance or situation, our God is still a God of miracles
Tasty Tuesdays: Short Ribs
Today, we’ll look at Sue from North Shore’s recipe for short ribs, a Korean staple
Remembering Memorial Day
Honoring those who have fallen
Greatest Friends, Biggest Enemies
Are we loving our brothers and sisters as we should be?
As I Have Loved You
Let's love and forgive like Jesus does
Mental Health Awareness Month
Willow is here for you
Tasty Tuesdays: Chicken Adobo
Today, we’ll look at Jonathan from Crystal Lake’s family recipe for chicken adobo, a Filipino classic
Marriage
Investing In Your Family Matters. We’re Here To Help!
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Willow Preschool Launches This Fall!
Willow Preschool is a place where children learn by doing, and by exploring the world around them.
Tidal Wave of Prayer
Let’s pray peace, strength, and grace for our moms
Tasty Tuesdays: Dukbokki
Today, we’ll look at Elaine from South Lake's personal recipe for Dukbokki, a spicy Korean favorite
Motherhood: Grace & Mercy
Finding God’s amazing redemption this Mother’s Day
Letting Go to Let God
Finding courage to surrender this Mother's Day
The Winding Road
Finding continual reasons to trust God this Mother’s Day
Our Busy Little Worlds
Finding moments to celebrate this Mother's Day
Elder Selection Update: 2022 Candidate Affirmation
Cemeteries to Gardens
Finding hope in loss this Mother's Day
Tasty Tuesdays: Mango Kulfi
Today, we’ll look at Binu from South Barrington’s family recipe for Mango Kulfi, a sweet Indian treat.
RightNow Media
Are you wanting to create more space to spend time with God?
Celebration of Hope Daily Prayer: Day 21
Celebration of Hope Daily Prayer: Day 20
Mother's Day
Join Willow Creek for Mother's Day 2021! Motherhood consists of moms from all across the board: working moms, stay-at-home-moms, single moms, adoptive moms, empty-nesters, and moms of children with special needs just to name a few. These moms gather and share what being a mom means to them, each coming from their own unique perspective.
Celebration of Hope Daily Prayer: Day 19
Celebration of Hope Daily Prayer: Day 18
Celebration of Hope Daily Prayer: Day 17
When God Changes Worlds
When it comes to serving, do our attitudes need to change?
An Indescribable Feeling
These Are My People
There is no perfect family. You might think the Bible is full of stories of model families, but the truth is exactly the opposite: the Bible contains families from every dynamic and dysfunction. Family isn’t one-size-fits all and relationships can be tricky. However, throughout scripture, we see different family tensions that can help us navigate our own relationships today.
Celebration of Hope Daily Prayer: Day 16
Celebration of Hope Daily Prayer: Day 15
Celebration of Hope Daily Prayer: Day 14
Celebration of Hope Daily Prayer: Day 13
Celebration of Hope Daily Prayer: Day 12
Celebration of Hope Daily Prayer: Day 11
A Loving, Lasting Difference
Are you ready to grow, move, and give this weekend?
Celebration of Hope Daily Prayer: Day 10
Celebration of Hope Daily Prayer: Day 9
Celebration of Hope Daily Prayer: Day 8