April 27, 2026

Join us for an evening with Dr. Jerry Root, C.S. Lewis Scholar and Professor Emeritus (Wheaton College)

The Abbington in Glen Ellyn 

6:30 - 8:45 pm

C.S. Lewis

Imagination & Story

Come hear our keynote speaker Dr. Jerry Root, C.S. Lewis Scholar and Professor Emeritus, and a Greenhouse grandparent! Explore the intersection of imagination, faith, and servant leadership. Be encouraged to live out your part in the Story as you rekindle your imagination in Christ.

RSVP for Flourish ‘26

Registration opens on Friday, February 20. Space is limited

Schedule for the Night

6:30 - Doors Open

  • Mingle with other guests. Renew friendships.

  • Enjoy hors d’oeuvres

  • Stroll among exhibits of student artwork and projects

  • Listen to live music

  • Bid on the silent auction

7:00 - Program

  • Welcome

  • Living Wax Museum come to life

  • Interview with a Greenhouse Teacher

  • Dessert break

  • Keynote address by Dr. Jerry Root

  • Video testimonial of an alumnus

  • Invitation to participate in the mission