Weekends at Willow

Welcome to Willow! We’re so excited to gather on Sundays—in person and online—for services, kids, and student programs. As always, you can check out a service on Willow Online, or plan a Sunday visit at one of our Chicagoland locations.

The Jesus Way

Current SeriesThe Jesus Way

In a culture filled with Christian influencers, popular preachers, and social media-savvy churches, it’s easy to assume we understand who Jesus is—but what if that picture is incomplete? This series returns to Jesus’ own words in Matthew 5–7, the Sermon on the Mount, to rediscover His way. Often reduced to a list of moral dos and don’ts, these chapters actually reveal a radically different kind of life—one marked by deep surrender, internal transformation, and wholehearted alignment with the values of God’s Kingdom.

CHASING THE WRONG THINGS
January 4

When Jesus opened the Sermon on the Mount with ‘Blessed are…,’ He invited people into a radically different way of living. Discover how the Beatitudes continue to shape the Church—and us—today.

WHAT DIFFERENCE CAN OUR LIVES MAKE?
January 11

Jesus’ call to be the salt of the earth and light of the world isn’t an individual aspiration, but a communal goal to grow in faith so that the others see and step in.

ANGER CAN TAKE YOU DOWN
January 18

Matthew 5:22 says unchecked anger can be as damaging as murder, harming relationships and God’s image in others, and Jesus invites us to reconcile in a new way!

DIVORCE, PURITY, & THE HEART BEHIND THE RULES
January 25

In Matthew 5:27–37, Jesus teaches us to honor others and pursue faithfulness in every relationship. His call to healing and restoration shows how God’s love can transform our lives and communities.

WHAT IF LOVE MEANT MORE THAT YOU THOUGHT?
February 1

Rather than fighting back or backing down, Jesus offers a courageous third way: breaking the cycle of hate through love, forgiveness, and dignity. This radical response of love leads to true peace, freedom, and a transformed life.

MORE HEART THAN SHOW?
February 15

The essential practices Jesus teaches in Matthew 6—generosity, prayer, and fasting—are not intended to impress others but to transform our own hearts. Integrity isn’t about achieving perfection; it’s about purity of heart.

PRAYING LIKE JESUS
February 22

Prayer isn’t a task to check off but an invitation to a life-changing relationship with God. Jesus gave us the Lord’s Prayer to guide us, center our hearts on Him, and experience His glory.

THE TREASURE TRAP
March 1

What we treasure shapes who we become, and Jesus calls us to put our hope in Him instead of money, success, or relationships. When we cling to Him, our treasures become tools for Kingdom living, and we discover peace in generosity over fear of loss.

STOP WORRYING ABOUT TOMORROW
March 8

Worry often disguises itself as responsibility, tempting us to control what only God can. This message reminds us that when we focus on God’s kingdom, worry loses its power and we can trust the God who has never failed us.

STOP JUDGING AND START LIVING
March 15

Judgment comes naturally to us, but it is not always necessary. In this message, we are called to invite Jesus into our inner dialogue, where He can transform our pride and assumptions into grace and self-awareness.

WHAT IF ASKING AND RECEIVING CHANGED YOUR LIFE?
March 22

God is not burdened by your requests—Jesus invites us to ask, seek, and knock as an expression of relationship and trust. Dr. Megan Marshman encourages us to examine our hearts, align them with God’s Kingdom, and pray boldly, trusting that His response will always be good.

BUILD A LIFE THAT LASTS
March 29

Jesus makes it clear that a fruitful life isn’t revealed by impressive works or spiritual performance, but rather by staying close to Him. When we remain rooted in the Vine, choosing the narrow path, good fruit naturally grows.

Find a Willow near you!

Crystal Lake

9 & 11 a.m., Sundays

Huntley

9 & 11 a.m., Sundays

North Shore

9 & 11 a.m., Sundays

South Barrington

9 & 11 a.m., Sundays

South Lake

9 & 11 a.m., Sundays

Wheaton

10 a.m., Sundays

Willow Español

11 a.m., Domingos a South Barrington y South Lake

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