Reimagining Church: Making Room for Belief
In this column, Rev. Christian Coon reflects on the importance of making space in the church for both doubt and belief. Drawing on the idea that the Holy Spirit is actively at work am…
Mrs. Betty L. Waynick, spouse of retired clergy member Rev. Leo Banks Waynick Jr., passed away Thursday, December 9, 2021, at age 86. Rev. Waynick transferred to the Northern Illinois Conference in 1984 and served on staff until his retirement in 1995.
A memorial service will be held at Community UMC at 20 Center Street, Naperville, IL 60540 on Saturday, December 18, 2021, with visitation from 10 am to 11 am followed by a service at 11 am.
The family requests that only those who are fully vaccinated please attend.
Messages of condolences may be sent to Betty's family:
Rev. Leo Banks Waynick Jr.
1657 Fredericksburg Lane
Aurora, IL 60503-3673
In this column, Rev. Christian Coon reflects on the importance of making space in the church for both doubt and belief. Drawing on the idea that the Holy Spirit is actively at work am…
Mrs. Janice Conner, surviving spouse of the late Rev. Harry W. Conner Jr., passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026.
The NIC strengthens connection and support across its districts through dedicated administrative staff and district office arrangements. These points of connection provide chur…
The Northern Illinois Conference welcomes Sheryl Hatcher as its new Conference Benefits Officer, beginning Sept. 28. Sheryl brings experience with United Methodist health benefits…