Harvest Kids

FIRST DECADE MINISTRY  Harvest Bible Chapel is committed to your child’s first decade of life through the ministry of Harvest Kids. We believe a healthy child grows into a healthy adult.  Campus Contacts:  Aurora: Katie Mendoza –  [email protected] Chicago Cathedral: Robin Puelma – [email protected] Crystal Lake: Stacey Brooks – [email protected] Elgin: Dave Pearson – [email protected] North Shore: […]

Men of God

Following Jesus and growing in discipleship. We gather, grow and go as men of faith to make Jesus known to our families, our friends and neighbors.  Men’s Breakfasts Most of our campuses offer Men’s Breakfasts which provide a great way to connect with other men as you deepen your relationship with Jesus Christ. Check out […]

Next Steps

Life at Harvest goes beyond weekend worship gatherings. It’s about ministering to our families, our communities, and each other. There’s so much happening here—we want to make it easy for you to meet people and find out all our church has for you and your family. There’s no better time than now to take your […]

Premarital

Getting married is one of the most important journeys we make in life, and we are excited to help you take those first steps.  Premarital mentoring helps couples begin to harmonize their two lives into one. This is done through mentoring and instruction that uses biblically based materials. Couples will also benefit from a self-assessment […]

Spanish Ministry

The Spanish Ministry exists for those whose primary language is Spanish or those who wish to join others as part of our Latino community. We gather together in the Elgin area. Translation is available for our 11AM Sunday Service in Elgin. Fill out my online form. Fill out my Wufoo form!

Widows Ministry

Our Widows Ministry gathers monthly to support widows in our congregation and have the opportunity to encourage and support one another with the love of Christ and the light of His Word are the heart of this ministry. More information? E-mail the Widows Ministry coordinator at [email protected].

Harvest Women

Women on Mission  Welcome to Harvest Women! This is a ministry of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago where we grow together in the Christian life and live on mission for Jesus as women.  Our passion is to walk through life with you as you learn to walk closer to Jesus. We believe in meaningful relationship […]

Marriage Ministries

We live in a culture that opposes almost everything to do with marriage. Now is the time for husbands and wives to grow in the essential truths about marriage found in God’s Word. Mixed Growth Groups help husbands and wives to grow to be more like Christ together; and when that happens, marriages glorify God and become more […]

Care Ministry

Receiving Care and Finding Hope. Currently, we offer Hope Classes and GriefShare as a few of our Care options. See full details below! What are Hope Classes? Hope Classes are a place to discover God’s purpose for redeeming your struggle for His glory and your good. Classes meet for teaching on topics such as Embracing […]

Harvest Young Adults

Harvest Young Adults HYA Nights Worship | Teaching | Community See FAQ’s Below Community Groups: East Campuses Building Community & Following Jesus Visit our HBC Center app for ALL Community Group listings: Meadows GroupsNorth Shore Groups Community Groups: West Campuses Building Community & Following Jesus Visit our HBC Center app for ALL Community Group listings: […]

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