PASSPORT FOR LEARNING!

Christus Victor offers many adult education opportunities both in-person and digitally throughout the year.  Some of our groups meet year-round while others meet for shorter lengths of time. Our groups that meet year-round usually do a series of smaller studies. 

~ In-Person Opportunities~

(please inquire about childcare at least 1 week in advance)

 

Explore Christus Victor

for those interested in finding out more about how God is working through Christus Victor and those seeking membership.

Offered on Sundays, September 28, 2025 and January 25 and April 26, 2026 from 10:15am to Noon in Fellowship Hall.

Please inquire about childcare at least 1 week before.

Lectio Divina

Come to this 5-week video/discussion series to ask the questions of faith: “How can I grow in my prayer life?”, “What on earth is God saying?”, “How do I make sense of the Bible?”

Join us to grow in prayer, discern God’s voice and fall in love with the Bible. Offered on Sundays, November 9 through December 7, 2025 from 10 am to 11 am in the Inspiration Room.

Please inquire about childcare at least 1 week before.

Sunday Morning Learning

Come and learn more about faith from a Lutheran perspective. 10-11am Sunday Mornings.
Pre-registration not required; come when you can and at any session.

  • August 31- September 21, 2025 - "Lutheranism 101 - 2nd Edition" with Pastor Melanie Potuznik

  • October 12, 19, 26, 2025 - “Leading a Christian Life”

  • November 9 - December 7, 2025 - “Lectio Divina”

  • with Deacon Annette

  • February 22 - March 22, 2026 - Lenten Study

Please inquire about childcare at least 1 week before.

Men In Action

Men in Action is a faith group designed specifically for men and meets each Saturday at 7:00 am at Christus Victor.

GriefShare

You don’t have to grieve alone! Join weekly sessions to help you move through the loss of your loved one. Our space is safe, and we are here to support you. Your pain is real, valid, and we understand.

Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:00pm for 13 weeks.

Oct. 21 & 28 * Nov. 4, 11, 18 * Dec. 2, 9, 16 * Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27 * Feb. 3

Sessions are self-contained, and anyone is welcome ANYTIME! Have questions? Contact GriefShare@cvlutheran.org.

Financial Peace University

Allow your money to stand for who you are and what you believe. Sundays from 10:15-11:15 am at Christus Victor.

Pre-registration is required. Cost for membership and workbooks is $80 ($20 savings!).

Contact: Ruben Hinojosa (847) 815-7914, rhinojosa23@gmail.com or Ben Jarosch (847) 772-1014, JAROSCH.BEN@gmail.com

January 11 - March 8 (Please inquire about childcare)

Tiny Devotional Booklets

“Thy Word in Season" gets you in the Word every day. Pick yours up at the front of church today.

~ Digital Participation Opportunities ~

 

Monday Night Bible Study

The Monday Night Bible Study meets year-round, usually every other Monday via Zoom. We have many lively book discussions, some including video portions for enhancement. All are welcome to join in!

Sep. 8 & 22 * Oct. 6 & 20 * Nov. 3 & 17

Contacts for the Zoom link:

Daily Digitized Bible

Get the YouVersion Bible app and be reminded to get into the Word daily. Join your Christus Victor friends in completing pre-selected "Plans".

app.bible.com

Daily Neighborhood Prayer App

This app helps you intentionally get to know, pray and care for the people you live by.

app.blesseveryhome.com

~ Intergenerational Ministries ~

At Christus Victor, we are gifted with a community full of people who represent all the generations! Intergenerational ministry bridges the gap between age groups, aids in combatting loneliness and isolation, and gives people a sense of purpose, a place to learn new skills, and spaces to share our stories.

 

I’m Here for the Food(Pantry) 5K

Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 27, 2025, 8 a.m., at Elk Grove’s Busse Woods Grove #32 for a great cause!

Register for the 5K below:

“Waters of Promise” Series

Oct 4th and 5th through Nov 1st and 2nd with Sermon Series

“Leading a Christian Life,” Sundays at 10-11am

  • Oct 12th “Budgeting 101” with Ruben Hinojosa

  • Oct 19th “Bible 101” with Pr. Stefan & Mark Schumacher

  • Oct 26th “Serving 101" with Deacon Annette

Kick off the Series at the Intergenerational “Quilt Knotting Event” on Sunday, October 5th, and conclude with the “All Saints’ Breakfast Celebration” on Sunday, November 2nd between services.

What is “Quilt Knotting Event”?

ALL generations are invited to the education wing to knot quilts, which will be sent to those who need them. All you have to do is show up and tie a few knots with your Christus Victor community!

Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner

Saturday, November 22, 2025

A bountiful & traditional handmade Thanksgiving Feast, serving those in need with love from volunteers & enjoyed among friends and family.

Elf Breakfast

Sunday, December 7, 2025

Spaghetti with maple syrup? Pancakes with candy? Well, maybe! But, for sure, food and fun with faith friends.

Exodus World Service Education Event

Join the continued effort in the ongoing support of refugees in the Chicagoland area.

Community in Lent

Dinner & Holden Evening Worship Services, begins on Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

  • Dinner at 6 pm

  • Service at 7 pm

Agape Meal

Experience the Last Supper during this Maundy Thursday dinner alongside our 1st communion students on Thursday, April 2, 2026.

  • Dinner at 6 pm

  • Service at 7 pm

If you have any questions about these opportunities, email:

info@cvlutheran.org