We believe every woman is a gift. We are a community of professional women pursuing a life of spiritual abundance and inner peace. As you pour yourself out for others, we want to pour into you. We invite you to join us for an event. To gather, to share, to be nourished.

Our Why

What Does the
Lydia Institute Offer?

The Lydia Institute hosts a variety of spiritual experiences designed to support working women in their vital role as leaders. We offer a sacred space for authentic connection and community.

What Will I Get Out of This?

The chance to connect with God and increase your inner peace. New friends and a community to walk with you and take you higher. Inspiration, wisdom and spiritual energy. A more integrated, wholistic approach to your multi-faceted life, and much, much more!

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upcoming events

Join us for our 2026 Lenten Series

Dates: Tuesday nights, February 24 - March 31
Time: 7 - 8:30pm
Location: The Greenhouse Loft
2545 W Diversey Ave. Chicago, IL 60647

Our Lenten series is a journey through Scripture for professional women, focusing on renewal, freedom, and forgiveness. We gather on Tuesday evenings for socializing, prayer, and powerful scriptural based talk with time to discuss and unpack in small groups.

Registration is now closed for the Lenten Series. If you would still like to join, please email Lisa Friedlander: lisa@lydiainstitute.org.

I'm in! How do I sign up?

Registration is now closed for the Lenten Series. If you would still like to join, please email Lisa Friedlander: lisa@lydiainstitute.org.

What will I get out of this?

Our Lenten series is a six-week journey through Scripture for professional women, focusing on renewal, freedom, and forgiveness. We gather on Tuesday evenings for socializing, prayer, and powerful scriptural based talk with time to discuss and unpack in small groups.

Tell Me More...

Please join us for our 3rd annual Spreading the Lydia Light Fundraiser. As we continue Lydia events on a no-fee basis, your contribution, big or small, even from afar, supports Lydia in operational management and outreach as women grow with God and build a brighter, more meaningful faith-based community!