Connect Small Groups
Small groups offer adults the chance to experience Christian growth and community in a small group setting. The focus is on prayer, worship, Bible study, fellowship and service to others.  These groups are facilitated by leaders who are receiving ongoing training and support.  September and January offer the most small group options to choose from, but you can join a small group throughout the year.  If you would like to know what is available right now, please contact Pastor Eric at eflood@southparkchurch.org.

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)
MOPS exists to encourage, equip and develop every mother of preschoolers to realize her potential as a woman, mother and leader in the name of Jesus Christ. MOPS is designed to provide a break from the everyday, day-in/day-out routine experienced by mothers of children in their first years of life. MOPS meets on alternating Wednesday mornings, 9:30-11:30 a.m..  Contact the church office for more information, or visit our webpage!  There's also a great promo video that will show you what MOPS at SPC is all about!

Women's Ministry
Women’s Ministry of South Park Church offers various opportunities for women to relate intergenerationally, as well as enjoy an environment where they are welcomed, cared about, prayed for, valued, and loved.  Click here for a list of upcoming events!

Celebrate Recovery
This is a recovery program and support group for people (and their family members) who are dealing with a past or present hurt, hang-up or addiction.  It is a biblical approach to the traditional 12-step programs. Each week a testimony or teaching is followed by group discussion.  There are also avenues for working through the 12 steps. Click here for a more complete description, or contact the church office for more information.

Adult Classes
These Sunday morning classes provide a place for you to hear gifted teaching, share prayer requests, and enjoy connections with others over refreshments.

Journey Adult Class
Sunday Mornings, 9:15 and 10:45 (Fireside Room)
Experience excellent teaching, challenging discussion and some of the best coffee and refreshments around. No need to register – just come when you can and bring along a friend. Now you have two options: the same class is offered at 9:15 as well as 10:45. 

Current Journey Series – “The Bible Jesus Read”
June 1 to August 31

The first five books of the Old Testament are often referred to as the Books of Moses… or in the Hebrew Bible, the Torah. These foundational books initiate the story that God is telling. They start the themes that are continued throughout Scripture and are later fulfilled.

But maybe you’ve found yourself asking questions such as: Do we still need God’s Law? What was the point of the sacrifices and priests? How does the Torah fit into the story God is telling?

Come to the Journey series called “The Bible Jesus Read”, starting June 1. Find out what impact the Torah has for us today!
 

Iron Men
Saturdays, 7-8:15 a.m., Fellowship Hall
This year's focus will be "The Great Adventure."  We will explore a man and his world beyond the everyday.  It will challenge men to consider several important questions: Who am I? What are my dreams in life? Do I have the courage to pursue those dreams?  Every week's teaching is followed by an open discussion with men just like you about the subject of the day.

Adult Ministries Special Events

Concert in the Park… Brian Patti Big Band
Join us for an evening of fun and music at Hodges Park. It’s an evening the whole family will enjoy – invite your friends and neighbors. Brian’s 2008 big band program will be a tribute to the artistry of Maynard Ferguson and Buddy Rich.

- Friday, August 1
- Meet at Hodges Park at 6:30pm
- Park is on Prospect - south of tracks in uptown Park Ridge
- We’ll be in middle of park – look for blue and silver balloons
- Bring your own chairs/beverages and a dessert/munchies to share
- No cost or registration necessary
- For more information, contact the church office.

Keenagers
Keenagers is a fun evening for adults, ages 55 and older.  It usually meets on the 3rd Friday of each month from 6:30-8:30 pm (check the calendar to confirm dates).  A delicious, home-cooked meal is followed by an interesting program presented by a musical group, speaker or entertainer.

Membership
This class will introduce you to the mission, heritage, and leadership structure of South Park Church. If you have been checking us out, this is a great way to take your commitment to the next level. The class runs just over 3 hours and is generally offered once in the spring and once in the fall. It is regularly taught by Pastor Robbie and one or more lay leaders.

Some people take the class simply to learn more about South Park Church. Others choose to apply for membership after completing the class. This involves writing your faith story and sharing it with a small group. Further details of the process are shared in the class. Click here to register for the next Membership Class.

For Adult Ministry Leaders
Download the Adult Ministry new initiatives proposal here--in Excel or Adobe Acrobat format.