Community Bible Study

Chicago Metro IL

Celebrating 50 years of making disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ, through caring, in-depth Bible study.

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Come and see what happens in people’s lives when they discover God through the study of His Word, the Bible.

Our classes meet weekly during the school year, September through early May. Each class participant receives a course book with home study questions and commentaries. You’ll be part of weekly small group discussion times with a trained facilitator, and a large group teaching is presented in person, with a video available for online groups. From time to time, we'll enjoy connecting and relationship-building through additional in-person or virtual gatherings.

Join anytime!

We're currently studying the Book of Psalms

The Book of Psalms has served as the hymnbook and prayerbook

of God's people from ancient times to the present.

We offer:

Thursday morning in-person core groups for women and classes for children,

Thursday evening in-person core group for women,

and

Thursday morning online core group for women (full; wait list only)

Contact us (link at bottom of page) to set up a visit - come and see!

Registration for the 2026-2027 CBS year is open!

Join us for a 24-week study of Genesis (chapters 1-22) followed by a 6-week study of James.

Click the link below for a preview trailer of our 2026-2027 Genesis study:

Genesis study - In the beginning...

Genesis is the book of beginnings that addresses questions people are still asking today:

Who is God?

Why is there evil?

Why are we here?

In this study, you’ll see a personal Creator who forms, breathes life into, and walks with His people.

Learn More Watch Video

ABOUT THE CLASS

This is a Women's Class

THU at 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

THU 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (waitlist only)
IN-PERSON

(see location info below)

THU 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM ONLINE (waitlist only)

Please register for the class option that you desire for the entire class year.

Currently Studying: Psalms

TO REGISTER

Click "Register Now" at the top right corner of this page to submit your email address and begin the registration process.

You will then receive an email from CBS with a link to complete registration for you and any children you wish to register.

Fees $40/Adult, $10/Child

LEADERSHIP

Mary Black

Teaching Director

Beth Blackwell

Associate Teaching Director

Laura Sneddon

Coordinator

MINISTRIES

Next Gen Ministry

Through a variety of activities such as Bible teaching, Scripture memory work, crafts, music, and games, we provide a nurturing environment where children can learn about Jesus' love for them while their moms or grandmothers attend our adult in-person Bible studies. We provide childcare for newborn-age 2, and a Preschool class for 3-5 years. We also offer a homeschool program for school-aged children (thru age 17). Please contact us by clicking "EMAIL US" below if you are interested and would like additional information.