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Camp and Retreat Ministry: What the Annual Conference Approved and What Comes Next

At this year’s Annual Conference (June 14-16), members passed legislation that directed a task force to conduct feasibility studies to evaluate…

Churches Gave Generously at Annual Conference 2026

Northern Illinois Conference members and churches gave generously to three opportunities at Annual Conference this year, June 14-16. The Bishop’s Appeal so far has raised $30,…

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Show off your Northern Illinois Conference pride with polo shirts, T-shirts, and more branded with the NIC logo.

Practicing Hope Requires Leading Courageously

Eugene Williams, Northern Illinois Conference co-lay leader, says that to practice hope, we must take brave actions. "Giving up power and extending equity is hard to do; especial…