Women's Life @ WSBC

Join us as we seek to understand and apply God’s Word to our lives.

In his second letter to the church at Corinth, the apostle Paul defends the authenticity of his authority and teaching, helping his readers see that the gospel is full of seemingly paradoxical truths—strength from weakness, life through death, and comfort in affliction. Highlighting how the gospel confronts our own culture’s expectations and drawing implications for all of life, Dane C. Ortlund helps us discover the truth that the gospel humbles the powerful while strengthening the weak.

2 CORINTHIANS

A 10-Session Bible Study starting March 6

Please join us in Women’s Life on Thursday mornings at 9:00 am.

Coffee and treats will be served!

Childcare & Children’s program—newborn to kindergarten—available.

Registration will be available in person, or by calling the church office at 708-246-1530, or online by clicking the button below.

We would love for you to join us each Thursday from 9-11 am for Women’s Life.

Cost: $10

Each Thursday morning, we start Women’s Life with a time of coffee, a sweet treat and wonderful fellowship. This is a time to connect with all the women in the study, develop new friendships and reconnect with old friends. A large group study follows where we open the Bible, learn God’s truth for our lives, and come to know Jesus more intimately as a result. We alternate between live lectures and video series by nationally recognized Bible teachers for women. All the teaching in Women’s Life is Biblically based and doctrinally sound. Small group time provides an opportunity for women to share, discuss the Bible teaching, ask questions and connect in a more relational setting.

Women’s Life is for all women from all faiths and backgrounds. It's a Bible study for any woman who is interested in learning more about God and having a personal relationship with His son, Jesus, from the Bible.

If you have never participated in a Bible study before, Women’s Life is for you! We will help you feel welcomed and loved without being overwhelmed. And ... if you’ve been in Bible study for most of your life, this is for you, too! We just want all women to come, learn and grow in their faith in God.

Nancy says:

"I can’t say enough about my experience at WSBC Women’s Life Bible Study. Having never participated in any bible study before, I was warmly and graciously welcomed into the weekly large and small group study sessions. I have thoroughly enjoyed the study of Haggai, Romans, Corinthians, & Genesis, and have especially enjoyed the sessions of “Sharing Jesus Without Fear,” and of “Heaven” so far. The large group videos and/or speaker presentations have always been very informative and invaluable, and the pre-session worship music has been inspirational and heartwarming. My small group leaders and fellow participants have all been patient, encouraging, and respectful to each other, despite our diverse ages, life experiences, religious upbringings, and Bible expertise (or lack there of). I feel particularly blessed to have found a supportive home and family with my small group members and leaders! We have become fast friends, Sisters-in-Christ, and powerful Prayer Warriors for each other - all while studying the Bible, and learning to TRUST GOD in all that we do! I look forward to each Women’s Life Bible Study session as a way to deepen my personal relationship with Jesus, to attempt to be more like Him, and to be saved by His grace - THROUGH HIS WORD. After all, when it comes to providing the best “Guidelines to Christian Living” book ever written, I say “I Can’t, but I Know a Guy” who can!"

Carol says:

"I was a newbie to Women's Life for the Haggai study in January, 2024. While l've been in Bible studies at my church and beyond all my adult life, the book of Haggai and the proximity to my home were an attraction to me. What a joy to go through the 37 verses of Haggai, reading and listening to how Jennifer Rothschild, author of the study, unfolded the meaning of the Scripture so we could apply it to our lives. In addition, I have enjoyed the music, the new people I have met, and our small group discussion time at Women's Life. Looking forward our next study in 1 Corinthians!"

Jen says:

"In August 2019, my family and I embarked on a huge adventure, moving from our beloved home country at the southern tip of Africa, to Illinois. I knew that I needed to integrate myself into our new community as soon as possible. Our first local Hinsdalean newspaper provided just such an opportunity – the advertisement for the Women’s Life Fall 2019 session jumped right out at me. I recall still doubting myself on the eve of the introductory meeting and had, in fact, decided to “chicken-out”. The next morning though I felt a definitive, forceful pull to attend. I am so grateful for that urge and have not looked back. Each aspect of the Women’s Life sessions has been a pure blessing, initiated with the overwhelmingly warm reception on day one and developing into true, rich and Christ-filled relationships with absolutely awesome women. These relationships have been so significant, particularly during the recent tough times of social and physical distancing, with our small group still meeting regularly on Zoom. I am so grateful to have been accepted just the way I am, while also being challenged to learn and grow in faith and purpose."

Linnzie says:

"When you are blessed with a great family and friends and all the conveniences of our modern world, you never expect to need more. Woman’s Life has fulfilled a piece of my world that I didn’t know was missing. The inspiring stories of God and the strong bonds I have made in our small groups have set a path for my spiritual growth and deep connections to our higher power. Thursday mornings were the highlight of my week always leaving with a full heart and a soul closer to God. There truly is no better place to feel acceptance than at Western Springs Baptist Church."

Marie says:

"Women’s Life is run by women who are serious about sharing the gospel, and do it beautifully with dedication and love. I first attended in the fall of 2022 to study the gospel of Mark and was warmly welcomed by new friends (and cookies!) and excitedly reconnected with ladies I knew from when my children were in school. They started with beautiful praise songs, which helped focus our hearts and minds on God. Next was the lesson which was given by one of the leaders. I was so impressed by her knowledge and delivery that I thought she was a professional speaker hired to kick off the study! She started with a current relevant story tied to the lesson, and followed with Old Testament references and background. She then explained the chapter we were studying and, most importantly, told us how to apply Jesus’ teaching to our lives. Although I had studied Mark before I learned so much! We then broke into small groups where we discussed the lesson and prayed with and for each other. I left there feeling so joyful and uplifted and have attended ever since. I always look forward to Thursday morning."

Lynn says:

"I was invited by a dear friend to attend Woman's Life at a particularly scary time in my life. My eighteen year old daughter had just been diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma. I am familiar with bible studies having attended them off and on since my youth, but as soon as I walked into the reception area to meet my friend, I knew this was going to be a truly meaningful experience. This wonderful, diverse group of women are warm, intelligent and real. I love that the experience is split into large group worship and small group meetings. We laugh, pray, sometimes cry (me) in this very supportive safe place where you can embrace God in your heart and lean into the teachings of the Christian life."