WBC Support Groups

We offer many opportunities to experience Christian love, care and assistance. 

 

GriefShare

GriefShare is a support group for those grieving and struggling with the death of a loved one.  This group meets weekly to pray, discuss and watch videos on relevant topics.

 

Contact Barb Kolton at 630.536.9974.

 

 

DivorceCare

Adults who have experienced divorce meet weekly to share, pray for each other, discuss issues, and watch videos on relevant topics. Find out more...

 

Contact Caleb and Debi Good, 630.485.0225. 

 

 

Single Parenting Track

The Parenting Track is for single parents (divorced, widowed or never married) who have children in the Treasured Promises program.  We recognize that parenting without a spouse is particularly challenging, and it is our desire to equip and encourage single parents.

Contact Brenda McDonnell, 630.668.6687

 

 

COMPASS for Men

Every man struggles to some degree with the issue of sexuality. This men-only group offers the opportunity to better understand yourself as an emotional, relational, sexual and spiritual person. Whether married or single, this group will help you find healing, wholeness, freedom and forgiveness through the power of God and His Word. COMPASS meets on Thursday, 7:00-9:00 pm.

 

Contact Dave Allen for more information.

 

 

Deaf Ministries

We provide sign language interpretation services for the 8:15 am worship service each week.

 

Upon request, we sign for children?s Sunday School classes, Adult Communities, and Bible studies as personnel are available. A sign language interpretation is provided at Homebuilders Adult Community at 9:40 am. Interpreting assistance is available upon request for deaf and hearing impaired for personal needs (housing, medical, etc.).

 

We also offer Deaf Awareness Training for children?s ministries (teach signed songs, present programs on deafness, etc.).

 

Contact Debbie Gottlieb, 630.293.1480.

 

 

Substance Recovery Group

Wheaton Bible Church is partnering with Meier Clinics to offer this group for individuals struggling with alcohol and/or drug addiction.  This support group follows a Christ-centered 12-step process to help you find freedom and healing from chemical addictions.  Group meets Monday evenings.

 

Contact Jeff or Judy Allen at 630.562.0863.

 

 

RESTORE

Wheaton Bible Church is partnering with CareNet to offer this new support group for those who have experienced a pregnancy loss due to abortion.   RESTORE offers separate confidential support groups for women and men.

 

Leave a confidential message at 630.599.0043, or email restoreofdupage@gmail.com.

 

 

Faithful and True for Women

Many women are affected by a spouse, family member, or friend who is struggling with sexual integrity, pornography, adultery, addiction, etc. This group is for women who are looking for encouragement and support. We offer a Christ-centered approach in which women are able to discuss and learn about issues relating to sexual integrity in families.

 

Leave a confidential message for Mary Hockett, 630.588.1201, ext. 322. 

 

 

Widow/Widower Support Group

You'll find a warm welcome in this caring group of individuals who understand what it's like to go on with your life after the loss of a spouse. We gather monthly for dinner, discussion, and fun.

 

Contact Ruth Gibson, 630.668.3331.

 

 

The Next Step 

This group supports men and women who have been in jail or prison. They meet weekly for Bible study, prayer, and fellowship.

 

Contact Fred or Carol Miller, 630.260.1600. 

 

VIPS

We are volunteers in pastoral service (VIPS). This group of seasoned spiritual care-giving volunteers provides spiritual care for those hospitalized, in short-term care, or in shut-in situations. If you know of someone who needs a visit, please contact the church.

 

Contact Welcome Desk, 630.260.1600 or Jill Fenoglio, 630.653.4525. 

 

Funeral Assistance

Pastor John White is experienced in assisting families who have lost a loved one. He'll walk through the process with you, from meeting with the funeral director to planning the service and burial. We're here to help ease the burden at this difficult time.

 

Contact Pastor John White, 630.876.6647.