A Promise to Mom: Reflections of an Annual Conference Session Member
Jeany Gewin has served as an Annual Conference lay member for over 20 years. She explains why she is following in her mother's footsteps and advocating for t…
Some organizations will be hosting on-site group meals; others will be hosting off-site meals.
Please check with your organization regarding meals.
Please note: Meals marked with an * are INVITE ONLY. Meals marked with an ^ needed prior registration.
8:30 p.m. - Post Ordination Reception - hosted on-site in Schaumburg A-D rooms.
All are welcome to celebrate those honored at the Celebration of Ministry.
If groups wish to share information about their meal on this page, they can contact Lisa Smith for coordination at ACmedia@umcnic.org.
Jeany Gewin has served as an Annual Conference lay member for over 20 years. She explains why she is following in her mother's footsteps and advocating for t…
Rev. Fabiola Grandon-Mayer highlights holy conferencing as a means of grace, rooted in John Wesley’s teaching, calling us to speak truth in love, listen deeply, and h…
Kim Emery, CCFA Chairperson, reflects with gratitude on her time in leadership, describing it as a meaningful learning experience shaped by collaboration, change, and faithf…
Rev. Fabiola Grandon-Mayer highlights the intentional expansion of young people’s participation at the 2026 Annual Conference, with each district designating two young lay members to ensu…