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Exploration 2026

Location: Orlando, Florida

Nov. 6 to 8

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel at the Entrance to Universal Orlando, Fl.

Exploration 2026 creates sacred space for young adults ages 18 and older to gather in meaningful fellowship, passionate worship, theological reflection and practical workshops. Participants are invited to discern whether God’s call on their life is to ordained ministry in The United Methodist Church and what faithful steps they can take in response.

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In Sympathy: Nya Kwiawon Taryor

Rev. Nya Kwiawon Tarylor Sr., a retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. 

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Lula B. Sherman UMC Hosts Consulate of Costa Rica

Lula B. Sherman United Methodist Church in Evanston entered into a new community partnership on July 14 when it cut the ribbon on new office space in the church for the Consula…

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Illinois Pilgrimage Opens Hearts and Minds

From June 25 to 28, members from the Northern Illinois, Illinois Great Rivers, and Wisconsin Conferences embarked on a spiritual pilgrimage organized by the NIC Committee on Religion…

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Have you made your contribution?

In an effort to be more transparent, the Finance and Administration office is going to be consistently sharing where we are as a conference are in regards to the giving versus what is needed fo…

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