Adopt-a-Grandparent

Connects persons with someone in a nursing home near where they live so they may visit them.

Contact Pastor David Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 208

Adult Bible Fellowship

We have an exciting assortment of classes each Sunday from 9:45-10:45 a.m. for all adults.

Contact Dave Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 208

“Another Level” Ministry

Most Sunday mornings during our regular worship schedule from 9:45-10:45 a.m. for all adults.
Contact Cedric and Emmanuelle Siler: 847.256.1050

AWANA

Each Wednesday night, starting mid-September until the end of April, from 6:45–8:15 p.m. for children from 3 yrs. to 5th grade (age 3 by Sept. 1 and potty trained) meet for a time of fun activities, centered on learning about Jesus. Click here for the AWANA informational brochure and schedule.  Contact the church office for schedule.

Contact Pastor Tim Stern: 847.256.1050, ext. 203

Bible Study Classes on Week Nights

Join our various weekly Bible study groups.  Check the church calendar for dates and times.

Contact Pastor Dave Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 208

Borderline Ministries

A new ministry for young adults meets every Tuesday night at 8:00 p.m. in the Youth Loft. We have a time of worship, fellowship, sharing life together, and solid Bible study. Open to all young adults in their 20s (and late teens), single, married, or hopeful.

Contact Pastor David Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 208

Breakthrough Urban Ministries

Serves a variety of needs in Garfield Park.  Members from our church prepare and provide meals as well as tutoring.

Contact Pastor David Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 208

Building and Grounds

Serves our church by volunteering for general projects and hosts our SVBC Work Nights.  If you are interested in serving, contact Jake Condon.

Contact Jake Condon: buildingandgrounds@skokievalley.org

CareNet

The "helping hand" ministry exists to provide care for those who make SVBC the home biblical community.

Contact Joan Richardson: 847.256.1050

Choir

We have a seasonal choir here at SVBC and are always looking for people who love to sing.

Contact Gail Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 200

Children's Church

Classes for children ages 2–5 are taught each week from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.  Click here for volunteer schedule.

Contact Pastor Tim Stern: 847.256.1050, ext. 203

Children's Sunday School

Classes for all ages are taught each week from 9:45-10:45 a.m.

Contact Pastor Tim Stern: 847.256.1050, ext. 203

College Care Packages

SVBC provides college care packages to our college students each year in early November.  For more information, contact the church office.

Contact the Church Office: 847.256.1050, ext. 200

Community Outreach and Service Project Ministry

Our Community Outreach and Service Project team demonstrate and professes a heart for lost people through ongoing events here at the church.

Contact Pastor David Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 208

Drama Ministry

We have an exciting drama ministry here at church and are always looking for more people to join our drama team.

Contact the Church Office: 847.256.1050

Executive Board

We have an Executive Board which governs SVBC.  It is made up of a board chair, 6 board members, pastoral staff and business manager.

Contact the Church Office: 847.256.1050

Hilda's Place-Feeding the Homeless

This outreach ministry is to help feed the homeless through Hilda's Place in Evanston.  Hilda's Place is the only shelter north of Chicago to the state line and east of the Tri-State Tollway that focuses on transition to independence . . . that provides comprehensive, integrated support services as well as year-round, emergency and short-term housing. The shelter accommodates 34 adults and is open 365 nights a year.  The program coordinates volunteers from our church on the first Tuesday of every month. 

Contact Pastor David Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 208

Hospitality/Greeting Ministry

We have an exciting ministry here at church made up of volunteers who welcome our visitors, members and regular attendees each Sunday at the beginning of our service.  If you are interested in this ministry, please contact Pastor Dave.

Contact Pastor David Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 208

Interfaith House

Serves homeless people recovering from hospitalization.  A team from our church prepares and serves meals there.

Contact Pastor David Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 208

Jam Nite

This is an exciting new ministry to SVBC this year.  We had our first session this Oct. 2009, and it was wonderfully attended with over 70 people.  It is a night of modern worship music, all song requests must be submitted to Pastor Tim Stern for approval.  We also have a  coffee refreshments and treats.  The next Jam Nite is Saturday, May 8, at 7:00 p.m.  Be sure to join us!  For more information or to participate, contact Pastor Tim Stern

Contact Pastor Tim Stern: 847.256.1050, ext. 203

Kids' Church Grades 1–5

Classes for children from 1^st to 5^th grade are held from September to April and taught usually the second 2 Sundays of the month from
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.  Click here for dates and times.

Contact Pastor Tim Stern: 847.256.1050, ext. 203

Membership Classes

Various classes are taught throughout the year for all adults.

Contact Pastor David Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 208

Men's Ministry

We desire to offer regularly scheduled events for spiritual renewal, service, relationship-building, and support of the church. Click here for the Men's Ministry Vision and Values.

Contact Pastor Dave Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 208

Men's Softball

SVBC has a men's softball team in the Northbrook Park District.  Our coach is Jim Tanner.  For more information, contact the church office.

Contact the Church Office: 847.256.1050, ext. 200

 

Missions

Our Purpose . . .

Reaching Out Through Evangelism

“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” — (Matthew 28:19)

Reaching up through discipleship

“It was He who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built . . .” — (Ephesians 4:1–12)

Reaching beyond through missions

“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” — (Acts 1:8)

Contact Helen Johnstone: 847.256.1050

Nursery Ministry

Our volunteers provide childcare for ages 0–2 during our 11:00 a.m. service. Our self-serve nursery is available for adults watching their own children 3 years old and under from 8:30–10:45 a.m.; all children are always welcome in our services. Click here for volunteer schedule.

Contact Tim Stern: 847.256.1050, ext. 203

 

Nursing Home Ministry

Our team visits the Manor Care Nursing Home in Wilmette the first Thursday of every month.

Contact Dave Ekstrom: 847.256.1050

Service Projects

Such as free car washes, bottled water, and special acts of service are done from time-to-time.

Contact Pastor David Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 208

Small Groups

A variety of caring groups meet in homes and other locations to know God and each other at a deeper level. Groups meet at various locations and times.

Contact Pastor David Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 208

Special Collections

For start of school, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other occasions are done throughout the year.

Contact Pastor David Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 208

Ushering Ministry

We have teams of 6-8 people serving 4 months out of the year in both of our services. Click here for the ushering ministry schedule.

Contact Pastor David Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 208

Wee Care Children's Center

Serving the day care needs of our community with a Christ-centered approach.

Contact: Eva Hartwig 847.256.7836

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Women's Connection

Connecting the women of SVBC to become committed followers of Christ.

Contact Tara LeVeque: 847.256.1050

Worship Team

We have a worship team that rotates weekly here at SVBC and we are always looking for members who can read music and love to sing.

Contact Gail Ekstrom: 847.256.1050, ext. 200

Young at Hearts

Retired from the working world, but not from life and ministry, this group tours the Chicagoland area, holds special dinners, and does outreach activities together.

Contact Maribeth Leibforth: 847.256.1050

Youth

Our student ministries are committed to helping 6th-12th grade students move forward in their relationships with Christ.  This is done through a balance of winning, building, and equipping students to serve God and others.

Contact Pastor Tim Stern 847.256.1050 ext. 203

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