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…
Save the dates: June 6-8, 2023 for the 184th Annual Conference.
2022 Annual Conference Documents
Pre-Conference Briefing Recording
Health and Safety Statement (updated 3/8/22)
Videos
Churches and individuals across the Northern Illinois Conference responded with overwhelming generosity to this year's Bishop's Appeal to help support Ukraine through Global Ministries relief efforts. A total of $275,000 was raised!
Special thanks to Rev. Keck Mowry for organizing special T-shirt sales to support the offering. More than 150 shirts were sold on-site during the conference, totaling $2,370!
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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…
As fall activities begin, churches are entering their busiest financial season with stewardship campaigns, charge conferences, and budget planning. The Northern Illinois Co…
Bishop Schwerin looks ahead to 2026 by turning to scripture; specifically, Psalm 130:5: “I wait for the Lord; my soul waits, and in his word, I hope.” He ponders, What kind of spiritual focus is nee…
In her reflection, Rev. Danita R. Anderson celebrates Annual Conference 2025 and recalls her own ordination journey, now over four decades in ministry. She lif…