Equip, Learn, Lead: NIC Lay Academies
Lay Academies provide valuable opportunities for laity to grow as leaders in their churches and communities. Academies are held in each district, a few times a year, offering convenient ac…
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 for us to continue our impact. This giving supports our ministries, outreach programs, employees and daily operations.
Update: 9/09/25
Currently, as of the end of August 2025, our collection rates are as follows:
Update: 8/07/25
Currently, as of the end of July 2025, our collection rates are as follows:
Update: 6/06/25
Currently, as of the end of May 2025, our collection rates are as follows:
Update: 5/06/25
Currently, as of the end of April 2025, our collection rates are as follows:
Update: 4/10/25
Currently, as of the end of March 2025, our collection rates are as follows:
* Note: Starting Jan. 1, 2025, Apportionments are no longer split between Conference and General Church portions.
UPDATE: 3/10/25
Currently, as of the end of February 2025, our collection rates are as follows:
* Note: Starting Jan. 1, 2025, Apportionments are no longer split between Conference and General Church portions.
Every contribution makes a difference in sustaining our conference’s mission and impact in the community. If you are not sure where your church stands on their contributions, please reach out to your pastor or church treasurer.
Payments can be made online through the Prosper system. All checks for these items should be mailed to the Conference Lockbox, PO BOX 5646, Carol Stream, IL 60197-5646. Mailing checks to the Conference office or any other lockbox delays applying the check to your account. The correct address is conveniently located on all invoices you receive for the church.
You can contact the Conference Finance Staff with questions. To ensure you are talking to the correct person, please reach out following:
Together, we can ensure that our church continues to thrive and serve others.
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