Adult Programs
GCC’s Adult Faith Formation programs explore a wide range of topics, from practical spirituality to historical theology, to contemporary events from a faith perspective. Adult education at GCC is designed to engage the church members and the wider community in spiritual growth and constructive change.
Tom Amos speakers forum
The Tom Amos Speakers Forum offers a monthly presentation on a variety of topics. These events are free and open to the public. This program runs September-April. Use the west parking lot and west entrance.
The 2024-2025 Amos Speakers Forum
at Glenview Community Church
Unless noted, programs are held on Wednesday evenings and begin at 7 pm in The Commons
September 18: “Back to School with 60+ Languages!”, with Patrick Hoeft, principal of D34’s Westbrook School; Raquel Kim, Assistant Superintendent for Multilingual Services; and literacy educators
October 16 at 6:30 pm: “Sisters of Mercy, Sisters in Handcuffs,” with Sisters Pat Murphy and JoAnn Persch of Catherine’s Caring Cause, immigration advocates supporting asylum seekers in Chicago
Monday, November 11: “Emergency Preparedness in an Age of Perpetual Uncertainty,” with Jill Ramaker, executive director of the Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy
December 4: “’Tis the Season: Music of the Angels,” with Sue Cunningham, flute; Linda Fisher, harp; Kathryn Hughes, violin; and Tricia Melzer-Swaydrak, soprano
January 15: “Resolved for 2025: Healthy Fueling at Meals and Snacks,” with Arleen Terner-Witcoff, registered dietitian at Illinois Bone and Joint Institute
February 5: “Soul-Searching in Suburbia: Glenview and Race Relations in the 1960s,” with Susan Johns, Glenview History Center president and GCC moderator
March 12: “DC Briefing: Political Activism in Fraught Times,” with Derek Johnson, managing director of Research Collaborative, formerly with Global Zero
April 9: “Poetry Slam: Let’s Leave ’em Thinking and Laughing,” with longtime colleagues and friends Timothy Pappageorge and Allan Ruter
Bible and book studies
Looking to learn more about the Bible, Theology or Spirituality? Rev. Jim and Rev. Abigail offer several different series’ throughout the year for adults to learn together and to develop their faith and knowledge. To find out what the current program offerings are check out our Upcoming Events page.
Spiritual Life Center
The Spiritual Life Team Ministry is based on a comprehensive interfaith research study on the nature of Spiritual Life in faith communities, designed and conducted by Rev. Bobbie McKay, Ph.D. A licensed psychologist, Rev. McKay is Pastoral Associate for Spiritual Life at GCC.
Designed by Rev. McKay, the Spiritual Life Team Ministry provides a safe space for people to share their spiritual lives and grow in their ability and comfort with prayer. The Spiritual Life Team Ministry is a unique and powerful opportunity to learn to identify and share God moments and prayers with others in an entirely safe environment.
Teams meet for one hour each month. The teams concentrate on developing an understanding of spiritual life both as individuals and as members of a Spiritual Life Team. If you are interested in joining a spiritual life team contact the church office.
