2026 Will Be a Year of Hope
Bishop Schwerin looks ahead to 2026 by turning to scripture; specifically, Psalm 130:5: “I wait for the Lord; my soul waits, and in his word, I hope.” He ponders, What kind of spiritual focus is nee…
Rev. Mason E. Scholl, a retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away Saturday, December 12, 2020, at age 91. During his ministry in the Northern Illinois Conference, he served Chicago: Morgan Park, Illinois Industrial School for Boys as Chaplain, Rosecrance Memorial Home for Children, and ChildServ.
Due to COVID restrictions, a service celebrating his life will be limited to immediate family only.
Rev. Scholl's wife, Antoinette, passed away October 29, 2019.
Messages of condolences may be sent to the Scholl's daughter:
Paula Scholl
819 Madison St.
Evanston, IL 60202
Bishop Schwerin looks ahead to 2026 by turning to scripture; specifically, Psalm 130:5: “I wait for the Lord; my soul waits, and in his word, I hope.” He ponders, What kind of spiritual focus is nee…
Rev. Lora Zink, a retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025.
Mrs. Freda Whittle, surviving spouse of Rev. Paul Whittle Jr., a deceased member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on April 16, 2025.
This summer, churches across the conference brought vacation Bible school to life, each one putting its own unique spin on the beloved tradition. From creative scheduling and special…