Building Faith and Friendships at JOY Camp
JOY Camp 2026 brought together 61 campers and 27 volunteer counselors for a week of faith, friendship, and outdoor fun at Camp Reynoldswood in Dixon, Ill., June 21-27. Centered on the…
Location: Elgin: Journey of Hope, 37W040 Highland Avenue, Elgin
Tues., Nov. 11
United in Solidarity and Peace
Gathering, Dinner, Speakers, and Table Conversations
Tues., Nov. 11
5:30 to 8 p.m.
Elgin: Journey of Hope, 37W040 Highland Avenue, Elgin
Join us for an evening of friendship and shared hope as Methodists and Muslims come together in compassion and unity. This dinner will lift up the struggles and resilience of immigrants in our communities and affirm our shared call to seek peace and justice in Gaza. Together, we break bread, build understanding, and strengthen the bonds of solidarity and peace.
Coordinated by the Northern Illinois Conference of The United Methodist Church (UMC) and Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago (CIOGC)
Questions?
Rev. Catiana McKay
Rev. Hyewon Sophia Hyon
Rev. Fabiola Grandon-Mayer