​ Adult Education
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We encourage our adult members at St. John's to actively participate in a weekly small group. Why? To provide another opportunity for community.

• Small groups offer a place to love and be loved, know and be known, serve and be served, celebrate and be celebrated
• Small groups meet Sunday mornings (2nd week of September thru mid-May) and throughout the week - there is time for prayer, sharing, and study
• Groups are loosely based on where you are in life (for example, young singles, families with small children, families with older children, older adults).

If you’d like to join a group or get more information, email the Church Office at 630-629-2515 x118.

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2024/2025 ADULT SMALL GROUP INFORMATION
To join a group contact the Church Office
Updated 9/3/24
 
SUNDAYS - PASTOR’S STUDY 9:15a-10:15a (Fellowship Hall).  The Book of ACTS… a next step in our revisioning. Pastor Dan will lead this study, according to the gospel writer, Luke. We’ll notice what the church was meant to be according to God’s design. Among other things, we’ll notice exploding growth amid intense persecution, and gain valuable insights into how to stand against similar currents that are sweeping away those with shallow spiritual roots. This will be Bible study with room for your questions and discussion. (begins Sept. 8)
 
SUNDAYS – BODY BUILDING Leader: Pastor Pete 9:15a-10:15a (West School Art Room).  The Right People... In the Right Places... For the Right Reasons.  Leader - Pastor Pete. Body Building is a bible study to help you understand who God has uniquely created you to be and help you discover a place of meaningful service in and outside the church. Each participant will discover their unique makeup of spiritual gifts, passions, and personal style. You will also discover the biblical nature and purpose of the church as the body of Christ and the unique importance of each member’s contributions. The church needs you. Not because it needs people to fill positions, but because YOU are an important part of the body of Christ. You have a significant contribution to make. When you make that contribution, it fulfills what God wants to accomplish in the church. (begins Sept. 8)
 
SUNDAYS - THE DUST OF THE RABBI – LEARNING TO LIVE AS JESUS LIVED (video series by Ray Vander Laan).  Leader: Vern K. (9:15a-10:15a Stephen Ministry Room – Downstairs).    Do you ever feel like you are a follower of Jesus, but from a distance?  Just as God miraculously blessed the early disciple’s desire and commitment to become like him, God desires the same of us.  Sept. 15th this group will begin a new study. Topic will be decided soon! (begins Sept. 8)
 
SUNDAYS - NAVIGATING THE HALLWAYS!! High School Small Group. Leaders: MaKenzie B. & Ali V. (9:45a - 10:15a West School 8th Grade Room). Join other High School age members to discuss Christian topics of interest to Teenagers. We will discuss topics like peer pressure, time pressure, SERVICE & Recharging! Please come and bring a friend. (begins Sept. 8)
 
SUNDAYS - MATURING IN FAITH - Young Adults (age 18 -25). Leaders: Sean N., Ali B. & Nicholas L. (9:15a-10:15a West School Library). Looking for a place to meet on Sunday morning and talk with other young adults about common concerns & experiences?? Join our "Gen Z" Small Group. This group will be part fellowship and part discussion of a Christian topic or two. Please come and bring a friend!  (All year!)
 
SUNDAYS - THE REVELATION OF JOHN . . . Begins Sept. 8th 9:15a – 10:15a (Church Library).  Leaders: Harvey H. and Sherwood K.  Join this Small Group as we discuss how to make this difficult book more understandable.   We will study and try to understand why the book was written, to whom it was written and most importantly, what does it mean for us today, living in the End Times.  Bring your own Bible if you have one.  
 
MONDAYS - WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY . . . (8:10a in the Church Library).  Leader Karrie V.  “The Overcomers Bible Study”. Pastor Matt Chandler takes you through each chapter in Revelation, revealing how it is not just about future events, but also has practical relevance for your life right now.  (Aug. 26)
 
THURSDAYS - NEW MEN’S FRATERNITY STUDY . . . 6:00a Fellowship Hall! The Book of Joshua by Louie Giglio.  Courage for everyday MEN!  After roaming the wilderness for decades, God's people finally reached the Promised Land. But there were still obstacles that stood in their way. Securing the land God had promised them would require strength, courage, and faith. In this series, Pastor Louie Giglio shows us that our story today isn't too far removed from Joshua and the Israelites: we need the same strength, courage, and faith to face the challenges in our lives. Join Louie and learn what it means to follow God faithfully, no matter what obstacles are before you.  
 
THURSDAYS - SENIORS BIBLE STUDY - Leader: John B. (9:30a fellowship; 10:00a study begins -East School Ministry- handicapped accessible).  "Fire On The Mountain - Displaying God To A Broken World" Volume 9 of the series which discusses the exodus from Egypt:  "When the Israelites left Egypt, they were finally free. Free from persecution, free from oppression, and free to worship their own God. But with that freedom comes a new challenge - learning how to live together the way God intends. In this ninth volume of Faith Lessons, discover how God teaches the Israelites what it means to be part of a community that loves him and the lessons we can begin to live out in our lives today. " (begins Sept. 5th)
 
SATURDAY (every other) – MEN’S FELLOWSHIP - Leader:  Mark P.  (7:30a – 9:00a Church Library).  Resumes meeting on Saturday, Sept. 7 to begin discussing “God in the Dark: The Assurance of Faith Beyond a Shadow of Doubt” by Os Guinness. Because we are only human, doubt is inescapable in the Christian life. Doubt is NOT unbelief, but rather a bridge between belief and unbelief: all the more reason to examine why we doubt. The author identifies 7 “families” of doubt, each by the likely cause, and suggests the actions we might take to protect or recover our faith from that intrusion. Saturday Men’s Fellowship began some 30 years ago! Contact Church Office for more information and /or to obtain a book.  (begins Sept. 7th every other Saturday)