If you have questions about the adult ministries below or other adult ministries of Fox Valley Presbyterian Church, please contact Michelle Hwang, Associate Pastor for Discipleship, (630) 232-7448.
Sunday Morning Christian Education
Living the Questions
Rooms 2 and 3 @ 9:00 am, April 21 - May 19
Session 4: Stories of Creation
We will resume with a session concerning the creation stories throughout the Bible and not just in Genesis. How do these stories inform our theology? How does creation and evolution live together in our theology? Come and join us whether you have been before or are interested in this one topic.
Organizer for this event: Pastor Michelle
My Body is Not a Prayer Request
Conference Room @ 9:00 am, April 7 - May 19
This educational study and discussion on the topic of disabilities awareness and the church will include weekly topics that include references to the book by Amy Kenny, My Body Is Not a Prayer Request. Please join us as we learn more about how disabilities impact individuals and families, and how the community can be more inclusive. Classes meet on Sunday mornings, in the Conference Room, 9:00-10:00 am, April 7 - May 19. Books will be available for purchase for $12.00. To order a book and for more information, please contact Angie Bateman.
“Books and Bagels”
Conference Room @ 9:00 am, June 23, July 28 and August 25
Join us for our traditional book discussion series “Books and Bagels” (or “Discussion and Donuts”) in June, July, and August in the Conference Room at 9:00 am on the fourth Sunday of each month. This year, we have an interesting selection of books for you: How to Know a Person by David Brooks (June 23); Horse by Geraldine Brooks (July 28); and Poverty by America by Matt Desmond (August 25). Participants are expected to obtain their own books and come prepared for lively discussion (and snacks).
Organizer for this event: Susan Strasser
“Our Voices”
Conference Room @ 9:00 am, on the first, second, third and fifth Sundays in the summer
On summer Sundays in the Conference Room at 9:00 am, we’ll be hosting members and friends for “Our Voices.” You’ll hear what missions and ministries these individuals are involved in outside of our church doors. Watch the upcoming e-newsletters for a schedule of speakers.
Organizer for this event: Susan Strasser
Adult Weekday, Saturday and Evening Christian Education
We have a number of classes in the evening and during the week for learning and growth! Contact the church office or Pastor Michelle for current meeting information.
Brown Bag Bible Study
Want a sneak preview of upcoming sermons and the opportunity to share your ideas about the scripture for Sunday? Then come to the Wednesday brown bag Bible study at noon in the Conference Room, and bring your lunch if you wish.
Here’s a link to the calendar of readings we use in worship.
JOY (Just Older Youth)
JOY (Just Older Youth) is a fellowship opportunity for adults 65 and older. Past outings include art exhibits, gardens and concerts. This group typically meets once a month.
Questions? Contact Michelle Hwang, Associate Pastor for Discipleship.
Pub Theology
Each month we gather at a local brewery with members of the church and community for open and honest conversation about things that matter. At these tables all perspectives are welcome. We aim to dive deeply into topics involving faith, meaning, identity, culture, politics, and more! Bring your questions and your curiosity and respectfully engage with people of varying religious traditions, philosophical perspectives, and life experiences. Find our next gathering here.
Earth Stewardship
Our Earth Stewardship Team sponsors quarterly Eco Walks, led by a naturalist, in local forest preserves. Our Eco Walks are designed as inter- generational experiences and take place on Saturday mornings.
Our Spring 2024 Eco Walk will be held on April 20, at the Big Rock Forest Preserve, 4:30-6:00 pm. Read more about it here.
Organizer for this event: Jeff Mengler
Presbyterian Women
All women of the church are invited to participate in a Presbyterian Women (PW) circle, which is affiliated with the PC(USA) national Presbyterian Women organization. The Sewing Circle meets on Monday mornings. The Knitting Circle (those who do all forms of handwork are welcome) meets in the afternoon on the second and fourth Mondays of the month.
Contact the church office to be put in touch with a current Circle leader.
Congregational Revitalization through Community Organizing
Through our membership in the Fox River Valley Initiative we have access to training that will teach us how to build meaningful relationships and have purposeful conversations as we seek to love, grow, and serve together. We also have the opportunity to participate in events to educate ourselves and help make our community a better place. Contact Pastor Michelle to learn about the next FRVI actions or meetings.