2026 Will Be a Year of Hope
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…
Location: Freeport: First UMC (503 N. Lily Creek Road, Freeport IL 61032)
Sunday, May 21, at 3 p.m.
Freeport: First UMC (503 N. Lily Creek Road, Freeport IL)
Worship service with special music and testimonials from a variety of individuals and groups around the District.
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.