Willow South Barrington offers workshops and classes to help you grow in your relationships—with God, with others, and even with yourself. Dive deeper into your faith, find support through difficult seasons, or grow in practical skills like stewarding your finances or doing relationships better.
WORKING WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
7:30 P.M. | ONGOING
Gather with other working women to study God’s word and learn how to apply it in your life and work. Learn more here.
DISCOVER YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS
7:30 P.M., APRIL 25
Discover your spiritual gifts, and how you can make a difference in our church, community, and world. Learn more here.
JOB-SEEKER INTENSIVES
7:30 P.M., MAY 9
Master the elements of a successful job search, and hear from human-resource professionals on current best practices for finding a job that fits your skills and interests. Learn more here.
REFUGEE LEARNING FORUM | A LOOK AT THE ROHINGYA REFUGEE CRISIS
7:30 P.M., WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18
Guest speaker and founder of the Devon Oasis Center in Chicago, Bob Andrews, uncovers the plight of the Rohingyas of Myanmar and their journey to freedom in the Chicagoland area. Learn more here.
Additional Workshops
RECOVER | REDEEM YOUR PAST.
RECLAIM YOUR FUTURE.
7:30 P.M. | ONGOING
The powerful teaching and
confidential small groups in Willow’s
recovery program help you move
toward healing, healthy
relationships, and sobriety. Learn more here.
RELATE 2 | ORIGINS: WHEN YOUR PAST IS PRESENT
7 P.M., TUESDAYS, APRIL 24, MAY 1 & 8
Gain practical tools for improving relationships that disappoint, and learn how to narrow the gap between you and the other person. Learn more here.
FIRST MOMS SMALL GROUP
7:30 P.M., WEDNESDAYS, ONGOING
Women who have placed a child for adoption are invited to meet together for community, encouragement, support, and healing, no matter where you are on your journey. For more information, email us at [email protected].
HIRE-WAYS | HELPING INDIVIDUALS RETURN TO EMPLOYMENT
7:30 P.M., WEDNESDAYS, ONGOING
Statistically, people who have a support network find new jobs in half the time of those who don’t. Join this weekly group that provides encouragement, structure, helpful tips, and accountability in your job hunt. Learn more here.
BUILDING STRONGER MARRIAGES
7 P.M., FRIDAY, APRIL 13
This monthly Friday-night workshop with childcare explores some of the most common marriage vices. Small-group discussion along with large-group teaching helps couples dig deeper while learning skills to feel heard and understood. Childcare provided. Learn more here.
• April 13 | Focus on the impact of addictions and idols on your marriage.
RESTART | THRIVING IN YOUR NEW LIFE
6–9 P.M., TUESDAYS, ONGOING
Re-acclimating into everyday life after incarceration can be daunting—for you and the family members and people around you. Engage in a weekly gathering that includes dinner, community, and Bible study as a way of sharing your struggles, encouraging others, and hearing real-life stories of transformation. Learn more here.
Financial Workshops
ESSENTIAL OF ESTATE PLANNING
7 P.M., MONDAY, APIL 17
If you haven’t updated your legacy documents in the last five years, then this workshop is for you. Hear from an attorney and financial advisor to better understand the importance of wills, trusts, probate, preparing heirs, powers of attorney, charitable-giving strategies, and lowering your tax burden. Learn more here.
Women's Daytime Classes
Women’s Daytime Classes offer large-group teaching and small-group discussion on a range of Bible, parenting, and topical issues for women of all ages and stages of spiritual growth. Classes are held on various weekdays from 9:30–11:30 a.m. Note: Childcare is available for a nominal fee via pre-registration. View all classes here.
Upcoming Classes & Workshops at South Barrington
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Alive with Curiosity: Questions That Lead Us to the Heart of Jesus | Thursdays, Winter 2018
April 26 @ 9:30 AM
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RESTART Bible Study (Prison, Jail & Re-entry)
May 1 @ 6:00 PM
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One-on-one Employment Counseling
May 2 @ 10:00 AM
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HIRE-WAYS - Helping Individuals Return to Employment
May 2 @ 5:30 PM
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Recover
May 2 @ 7:30 PM
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Job Seeker Workshops: Tips and Tools for Securing a Job
May 2 @ 7:30 PM
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Computer Skills: Learn to Code
May 2 @ 7:30 PM
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Work Love Pray | A Gathering for Professional Women
May 5 @ 9:00 AM
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Prison, Jail & Re-entry Connection Breakfast
May 5 @ 10:00 AM
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Budgeting Made Easy
May 7 @ 7:00 PM