Conference-Wide Bible in a Year Reading
The Northern Illinois Conference Committee on Discipleship and Spiritual Formation is launching a conference-wide initiative for 2026 inviting individuals and congregations to read the e…
The service will be followed by a receiving line and refreshments.
DS Fabiola requests no gifts, but cards of appreciation would be welcome. Attendants (and those unable to attend) are encouraged to consider a donation toward the Bishop’s Appeal. There will be a basket to accept gifts (checks made out to NIC, with Bishop’s Appeal in the memo line) at the event. People may also give at Annual Conference or online.
View a slideshow of photos of Rev. Fabiola Grandon Mayer with people from across the district.
The Northern Illinois Conference Committee on Discipleship and Spiritual Formation is launching a conference-wide initiative for 2026 inviting individuals and congregations to read the e…
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Mr. Vi Tran, spouse of Rev. Brian Gilbert of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at the age of 37.