Global Ministries

In The United Methodist Church, Global Ministries is about more than programs, projects or training sessions. Whether in relief work, church construction, or community health programs, we believe that quite ordinary men and women are transformed into a holy community – a church that is a sign of God’s presence as we pursue God’s mission.

In the Northern Illinois Conference, our local churches make a commitment to support local, regional and international mission projects and ministries through Mission Links (formerly Rainbow Covenant).

Read the latest Missions update newsletter

Contacts:

Conference Secretary of Global Ministries: Shirley M. Pulgar Hughes shirleymph@outlook.com

Apportionments/Advance Specials: David W. Quinn 872-810-0895 dquinn@umnic.org

For more information on Mission Links, second-mile giving, click here.

Click here for list of NIC Missionaries.

News & Announcements

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Quilt Presentation Celebrates Diversity and Creativity

At the 2025 Northern Illinois Annual Conference, the NIC Anti-Racism Task Force unveiled the Arts & Culture Quilt—a powerful symbol of unity, justice, and cultural pride.…

Help for International Garrett Students

As we continue to look for ways to support international students, the Immigration Team of the NIC Conference Commission on Religion and Race has been presented with an urgent need.

Glenview UMC and Nearby Fire Departments Donate Vehicles for Guatemala

Glenview UMC partnered with nearby fire departments to donate fire trucks and ambulances to Midwest Mission, which sent them to towns in Guatemala.

UM Missionaries see lives changed in Asia and Africa

United Methodist Global Ministries missionaries Rev. Jonathan McCurley (Japan) and Rev. Dexter Ceballos (Mongolia) visited local congregations in February, sharing powerful…