Bishop’s Appeal: Education for the Central Conferences
This year, Northern Illinois United Methodists will be donating to one Bishop’s Appeal for two worthy recipients. The appeal for Education for the Central Conferences wi…
The Keagy/Town and Rural Committee wishes to invite rural congregations to apply to our annual Keagy and P.A.C.K. Grants by March 15, 2018.
Eligibility: Applicant churches must be set in a rural community or small town. "Rural” is defined as communities of 10,000 or less that are a part of farming communities.
Those seeking grants for ministry opportunities ranging $100-500 are encouraged to apply for a P.A.C.K. grant.
Those seeking grants for ministry opportunities ranging $500-3,000 are encouraged to apply for a Keagy Grant.
For a brochure and to download a copy of either application, click here.
This year, Northern Illinois United Methodists will be donating to one Bishop’s Appeal for two worthy recipients. The appeal for Education for the Central Conferences wi…
Rev. Donna Atkinson, a retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on January 24, 2026.
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