How First UMC at the Chicago Temple Became Creation-Friendlier
First United Methodist Church in Chicago has been making its building more creation-care friendly by installing more energy-efficient appliances. This has also res…
Gregg A. Downs, former local pastor of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away Monday, May 2, 2022, at age 69. During his ministry, Gregg served Oregon: Lighthouse and Kingston.
A celebration of his life will be Saturday, May 14, 2022, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Polo Church of the Brethren, 401 S. Congress Avenue, Polo, IL 61064. At the request of Gregg, this is not a formal affair, just come as you are.
Messages of condolences can be sent to the family at polofamilyfuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Serenity Hospice and Home in Oregon.
First United Methodist Church in Chicago has been making its building more creation-care friendly by installing more energy-efficient appliances. This has also res…
The Conference Board of Global Ministries was busy during Annual Conference, offering a Lunch and Learn session and awarding congregat…
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Northern Illinois Conference members and churches gave generously to three opportunities at Annual Conference this year, June 14-16. The Bishop’s Appeal so far has raised $30,…