November 14, 2025 | Elder Update

Dear Harvest Family,

Our November meeting this past Tuesday was a blessing. We spent time in prayer and had meaningful, Spirit-led conversations about how the Lord continues to shape His church. As we move forward, our desire as elders is to keep seeking God’s wisdom together—trusting Him to lead us every step of the way. Would you join us in praying for His continued direction and grace over Harvest?

We’re deeply thankful for each of you who have participated in the recent Town Hall Celebrations. Your thoughtful questions, honest feedback, and evident love for the Lord and His church have encouraged us greatly. It has been a joy to share how God is at work at Harvest and to see the unity He is building among us.

We’re also grateful for our Lead Team and staff, who have invested time and energy into preparing and participating in these Town Halls. We, as elders, have truly enjoyed being with many of you in person. If you haven’t yet attended a town hall, there are two more opportunities—at the Crystal Lake Campus this Sunday, November 16, at 12:45 PM and at the Aurora Campus on Sunday, November 23, at 11:45 AM.

Outside of those meetings, please know that we’re always available to pray with you or answer any questions you may have. You can reach us anytime at [email protected]rg, or simply stop us if you see us at church (we love to talk with you!). If you’d like to know who your elders are, you can find that information on the Our Elders page on the church website.

Below you’ll find the agenda for this week’s meeting. As always, we welcome your prayers and any questions you may have.

AGENDA: 

  • Food and Fellowship
  • Pastoral/Prayer
    • Praise and Petition
  • Strategy/Direction
  • Process/Administration
    • Approval of October meeting minutes
    • Staff Update
    • Elder Bench
    • Elder Christmas Party
    • Communication to the congregation
  • Close in prayer


Loved. Sent. 
The Elders of Harvest Bible Chapel

Harvest Groups Podcast

Helpful conversations about Community and Discipleship Groups (D-Groups) at
Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago.
Community Group Leader Podcast
Community Group Leader Podcast | Episode 1
Community Group Leader Podcast | Episode 2
Community Group Leader Podcast | Episode 3
Community Group Leader Podcast | Episode 4
Community Group Leader Podcast | Episode 5
Community Group Leader Podcast | Episode 6
Community Group Leader Podcast | Episode 7
D Group Leader Podcast
D-Group Starter Guide Conversation 1 | Share Your Story
D-Group Starter Guide Conversation 2 | Goals and Expectations
D-Group Starter Guide Conversation 3 | HEAR Journals and Scripture Memory
D-Group Starter Guide Conversation 4 | Accountability and Prayer
Conversation 1 D-Group Multiply Guide | Who, Why, Where?
Bonus Episode 1 | Am I Ready to Lead a D-Group?
Conversation 2 D-Group Multiply Guide | Identifying Potential Members
Bonus Episode 2 | How to Select the Right People for Your D Group
Conversation 3 D-Group Multiply Guide | Inviting Potential Members
Bonus Episode 3 | How to Invite People to Your D-Group
Conversation 4 D-Group Multiply Guide | Celebrate & Commission

Community Group Outreach/Service Ideas

Create homeless blessing bags together, distribute to homeless outreach in area or keep in your car to give out.  

Serve at The Ruth Project either downtown Elgin or at the farm 

Serve together at Feed My Starving Children 

Contact campus ministry team to “adopt” a single mother in the congregation, and provide her with ongoing support (babysitting, groceries, gifts of encouragement)  

Contact local elementary/middle/high school and ask to provide regular blessing baskets to teachers   

Contact local senior/assisted living facility and offer to host a praise and worship night or ongoing Bible study 

Serve at local soup kitchen  

Sign up to serve with Habitat for Humanity  

Find more Volunteer opportunities at https://www.volunteermatch.org/ 

Contact the Lead Team