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    Anti-Racism Task Force

    Learn more about the Anti-Task Force's resources and information as we live out the conviction that racism is incompatible with Christian Teaching. Learn More

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    Weekly Prayer

    The Discipleship Task Force has launched a new webpage on the Northern Illinois Conference website to provide an opportunity to join together in common prayer with weekly devotions, prayers, and resources. Learn More

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    Virtual Worship

    Many churches are hosting services online due to the state's safety protocols to help stop the spread of the coronavirus. Find a community to join and be blessed by the good news of Jesus Christ. Learn More

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    Five Phase Plan

    The ReTurn Team’s Plan for returning to our ministries and buildings in a safe and healthy way is now available. Learn More

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    Coronavirus (COVID-19)

    The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus in the state of Illinois is growing. Experts remind us this is not a time to panic but to be prepared and take necessary precautions. Find resources for your church community. Learn More

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    2020 Northern Illinois Annual Conference

    The first-ever virtual Annual Conference was held November 14 through a Zoom webinar. Find videos and a wrap up of this historic event. Learn More

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    2020 Bishop's Appeal Offering

    The Global Mission Secondary School with The United Methodist Church in Tanzania is the recipient of this year's Bishop's Appeal offering at the 2020 Annual Conference. Donations will help complete the second phase of construction on the co-ed boarding school for children ages 13-18. Learn More

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    Welcome to our website

    We hope you enjoy browsing our website which includes the latest news, events, resources, and messages from our Bishop. Learn More

Welcome to the Northern Illinois Conference

Our mission is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by equipping our local churches for ministry and by providing a connection for ministry beyond the local church; all for the glory of God. Our vision is "making and supporting vital Christians in vital congregations that engage with their communities and the world for peace justice and mercy."

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Jumpstart January Resources

In the fall of 2020, the NIC Discipleship Taskforce introduced the first pair of videos for a six month series about growing and strengthening discipleship ministries with a particular focus on yout…

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Paycheck Protection Plan Reopens

As of January 11, 2021, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has reopened the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Churches who did not apply for PPP in 2020 can apply now for a First Dra…

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Oak Park Church Goes Carbon Free

The planet is heading into trouble as the West is burning and storms are increasing in the South. You can definitely say carbon products are wrecking the planet’s climate system. We need to sto…

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Sympathy Notice: Rev. Linda Eller

Rev. Linda Lou Bacon Eller, a member of the Northern Illinois Conference passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2020, at 87.  During her ministry in Northern Illinois Conference she served Inge…

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