Gathering in Hope Together
Clergy and lay members will gather June 14–16 in Schaumburg for the Northern Illinois Conference’s 187th Annual Conference, centered on the theme “Practicing Hope.” With inspiring worship, engaging…
Episcopal Address
Laity Address
Annual Conference Wrap up - pdf download
2018 Appointment book
Learn more about the Annual Conference paintings
To find and download photos from the Commissioning and Ordination Service visit nicordinationservice2018.shutterfly.com.
To watch a video snapshot of Annual Conference click here. Other videos of the services, some plenaries, Gary Rand's teaching session, and Bible reflections are available on the Annual Conference YouTube channel.
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Clergy and lay members will gather June 14–16 in Schaumburg for the Northern Illinois Conference’s 187th Annual Conference, centered on the theme “Practicing Hope.” With inspiring worship, engaging…
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