Women’s Ministries
The mission of women's ministries is to glorify God by multiplying God-centered, Christ-exalting, world-transforming women through the Gospel in the greater Chicago area and around the world. Specifically, it is our goal to support the leadership and ministry of the church by helping women to know Christ as Lord and Savior and establishing gospel-centered relationships with other women who will equip and encourage them to live for God's glory.
We encourage all women to participate in a LIFE Group, as well as the other opportunities listed below. If you are new to the church, or would like help finding your place in the body of Christ, feel free to email me or call me, 847.392.4840.
Linda Green
Director of Women's Ministries - Arlington Heights Campus
Coffee Talks
Would you like an opportunity to come in and just chat about things on your heart or finding your place in the body of Christ? Whether you are brand new to the church or actively involved in ministry, we invite you to come and spend an hour with Linda Green. Stop by the ministry desk or contact Michelle at 224.764.4018 for an appointment.
Women's Intergenerational Summer Bible Study
Me, Myself and Lies - a thought-closet makeover with Jennifer Rothschild
Ever wonder what you should say when you talk to yourself? Come and learn how to practice godly and biblical soul-talk.
Wednesdays, June 13 - August 1 (no meeting July 4)
6:45-9 PM
At all three campuses - Arlington Heights, Barrington and Itasca
$13 registration online at theorchardefc.org appreciated by June 8. (registration fee includes book)
True Woman '12: Seeking Him Together
September 20-22, 2012 - Indianapolis, Indiana
Ladies from The Orchard...About 50 women from our church have already committed to attending this event. Please come and join us ~ you've still got time!! The more Orchard ladies we have to share in this powerful, uplifting, worshipful and convicting event, then the more special, moving and bonding an experience it will be for all of us! Contact Maggie Rochford at 847.721.8608 if you'd like to be on our list for the next group order ($119 each - a current savings of $20 per ticket), and/or for questions regarding registration in general, our block of hotel rooms, transportation/carpools, etc. For more information on this year's conference, visit the True Woman '12 website.
Spring Event: Beauty out of Ashes
March 16, 2012
Hear Angela Yuan share personally how God took seemingly hopeless stories - a drug and sex addicted son, a strained marriage, a woman on the brink of suicide - and transformed them into stories of redemption, reconciliation and hope. We encourage you to read Angela and Christopher Yuan's book Out of a Far Country to hear their entire story.
LIFE Groups for Women
Find fellowship with other believers around God's Word through a LIFE group for women. LIFE Groups meet at various times and locations throughout the week. See our complete list of LIFE Groups for more information.
Titus Two Training (T2T)
This one-year discipleship course is designed to foster intergenerational relationships among women who love God's Word and desire to know what it means to glorify God as described in Titus 2. Our mission is to encourage and equip older and younger women, both married and single, to live for God's glory in every area of their lives. We meet five Thursday evenings in the fall, and five evenings in the winter/spring. Our curriculum includes Becoming God's True Woman (several authors), and Spiritual Mothering by Susan Hunt. Contact Linda Green, 224.764.4017, to participate.
Tabitha's Gifts Crafting Ministry
Mondays (bi-weekly), 7-9 pm
Parlor, Arlington Heights Campus
Do you enjoy doing crafts, or do you want to learn how? We are making handcrafted items for service projects. Currently, we are knitting hats, mittens, and scarves for the homeless. Lessons and project guidance are provided to beginners, and you can work at your own pace and interest. Call LuAnn Lempa, 847.687.4862, with questions or to join anytime.
Women @ The Orchard
Check out the Women @ The Orchard newsletter. You can also sign up to receive it electronically each month.