Women's Ministry

God might be a mighty wind in your life or God might be a gentle breeze. Come explore the space where curiosity and passion meet.

We'll spend the morning at the Conference Center at University of St. Mary of the Lake in Mundelein exploring the theme through prayer and discussion, led by Rev. Amy Heinrich, and yoga, led by Heather's Gym founder Heather Fahrenkrog. We will end the morning with a contemplative walk through the beautiful campus. We will break for lunch and then reconvene in the Conference Center for a spiritual vision board workshop and closing prayer.

A buffet lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m.. Coffee, tea and other beverages will be available throughout the day. Dress in casual, comfortable clothing for yoga and walking outside. Please bring a yoga mat and a water bottle.
There is a dress code on campus, so the Conference Center requests that guests wear a jacket, sweater or sweatshirt over any exercise clothing during lunch and while walking through campus.

Registration opens Sept. 1.
Cost: $35 before Oct. 1 (Early Bird)
$40 regular price
Registration includes lunch, workshops and beverages. Sign up now.

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

A Day at Royal Oak Farm Orchard

Experience the best of fall at the lovely Royal Oak Farm Orchard, located on 120 acres in Harvard, Illinois, near the Wisconsin border. They have over 17,000 trees with over 30 varieties from which to pick. The farm also grows pumpkins, gourds, and winter squash and features the country's first apple tree maze. We plan to have lunch in their Country Kitchen Restaurant. And we'll stop by their bakery for their famous fresh apple cider donuts as well as visit their gift shop and fudge shop -- not to be missed!

Contact: Lesley Judson or Julie Snydacker

Saturday, December 7, 2019

Christmas Luncheon at Ristorante Bottaio

Our annual Christmas luncheon will be held at Ristorante Bottaio, a charming Italian restaurant in Libertyville that has been a dining gathering place for many years with great food and a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Join us at this casual Italian trattoria with wood burning oven and delicious food. This is a fun and festive way to begin the holiday season in the company of friends. What an enjoyable day!

Contact: Sue Worley or Cam Hieronymus

Wednesday, March 25, 2020

Tour of the Halim Time and Glass Museum in Evanston

Following lunch in Evanston, our group will make its way to the Halim Time and Glass Museum, a fascinating museum with wonderful collections of stained glass, Tiffany creations and clocks from around the world. It houses over 1,100 clocks and time pieces, from the sundial to the quartz movement from all time periods. It also contains well over 70 stained glass masterpieces of art telling the story of the American School of Stained Glass. And the museum traces the creative life of L. C. Tiffany, a true American master. This place is a hidden gem!

Contact: Judy Snydacker or Sue Worley

Wednesday, June 17, 2020

Miniature Golf at Par King in Lincolnshire followed by lunch

Join us for 18 holes of miniature golf at a course where each of the holes has a different theme/design and is set up to make it fun and unique. Many of the holes have machinery that automates different aspects to add into the fun. Holes are challenging with different routes, levels, water traps, etc., but not frustratingly difficult. A lot of walking is involved.

After enjoying this amazing place, we will have lunch at a nearby restaurant in the Lincolnshire area.

Contact: Betsy Davison or Lesley Judson

Thursdays (weekly) 9-11a.m. in the Conference Room

We will begin our new program year on Thursday, Sept. 5 with a breakfast gathering to receive our first materials and plan for the year. Our first study, Twelve More Women of the Bible, begins on Thursday, September 12. Then we will begin a contemporary study, Refugees, on January 30. We will end the year with a new study, The New Testament You Never Knew, on April 2. Our time together will also include volunteer opportunities. Contact: Jan Ellen Shawgo