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Clergy Appointments and Retirements

Northern Illinois Conference of the United Methodist Church Appointments and Retirements

Bishop Dan Schwerin makes formal announcements of appointments set within the Northern Illinois Conference of The United Methodist Church.

United Methodist Clergy are appointed on a year-to-year basis; usually from July 1 until June 30. Appointments are effective July 1 unless otherwise noted.

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From our Bishop: Celebrating Hispanic/Latine Heritage and Praying for National Unity on Race

In his reflection for Hispanic Heritage Month, Bishop Daniel Schwerin calls United Methodists to celebrate the faith, resilience and…

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The Value of Pastoral Renewal Leave

Rev. Matthew Smith recently returned from a renewal leave. He explains that it is more than a vacation; it is a time to deepen one's relationship with God.

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Is Walking Alongside a Third Sacrament?

"Our sacraments are baptism and the Eucharist," Bishop Dan Schwerin says. "They are gifts for pilgrims, a bath and a meal. Surely walking alongside is another ancient embodiment of Jesus…

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2026: A Year of Ministry Anniversaries

2026 is a year of significant ministry anniversaries in The United Methodist Church, for full clergy rights for women (70 years), UM Volunteers in Mission (50 years), the Northern Illinoi…

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