From the Bishop: Keep Practicing Hope
"I believe hope is a practice of God’s creative freedom at play in human creativity and freedom," says Bishop Dan Schwerin. "God’s word is always breaking in for good. We as the church ma…
Saturday, Mar. 7, 10am - 12noon
GC2020 CONVERSATION
A time to gather and learn about what will be covered at General Conference 2020 in Minneapolis May 5-15.
For your reference, please click here to review the NIC Exploration Team document detailing the Identity and Covenant statements. To read the Protocol of Reconciliation and Grace Through Separation legislation and FAQ, click here.
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Co-hosted by the NIC Exploration Team and NIC Delegation with DCM/Cabinet.
"I believe hope is a practice of God’s creative freedom at play in human creativity and freedom," says Bishop Dan Schwerin. "God’s word is always breaking in for good. We as the church ma…
Erie UMC volunteers recently sewed 165 cheerful pillowcases for children in foster care, partnering with Raising Hope and My GEAR Outreach. The effort blended creativity, compassion, a…
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.
The NIC delegates to the 2020/2024 General Conference celebrate the ratification of the four constitutional amendments that affirm the UMC as a fully inclusive church.