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From our Bishop: Celebrating Hispanic/Latine Heritage and Praying for National Unity on Race

In his reflection for Hispanic Heritage Month, Bishop Daniel Schwerin calls United Methodists to celebrate the faith, resilience and leadership of Hispanic/Latinx congregations while confronting the realities of racism and the challenges facing immigrant communities. He encourages churches to pray, build relationships across differences, support immigrant neighbors and respond with genuine love.

Is Walking Alongside a Third Sacrament?

"Our sacraments are baptism and the Eucharist," Bishop Dan Schwerin says. "They are gifts for pilgrims, a bath and a meal. Surely walking alongside is another ancient embodiment of Jesus." Read about how to engage in honest conversation with the presence of the Holy Spirit.

Signs of Hope

"Mutual benefit is breaking out and ubuntu steps are among us each day," says Bishop Dan Schwerin. In this article he includes some tanka, a form of poetry that comes from Japan. These keep an eye on the small as signs of hope.

Easter Message from Bishop Dan Schwerin: The Ongoing Power of God’s Love Over Finality

"Resurrection is not merely something that happened once or will happen someday," says Bishop Dan Schwerin in his Easter message. "Resurrection is an ongoing process of renewed life in a living hope."

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From Your Bishop: A Year of Practicing Hope: Building Beloved Community

Reflecting on scripture and Building Beloved Community, Bishop Dan Schwerin contrasts God’s love-shaped authority with the fear-driven authoritarianism seen in today’s culture. He urges Christians to practice hope, protect the vulnerable, and exercise leadership that serves the common good. As Lent invites vulnerability and growth in love, he calls the church to embody authority that reflects God’s inclusive and liberating reign.

Repair the Harm Final Update

The Northern Illinois Conference has reached 100 percent of its $754,348 commitment to the denominational fund established in response to the Boy Scouts of America settlement. Through the Repair the Harm to Children campaign, 108 churches and 212 individuals gave generously above and beyond apportionments to support survivor healing, accountability, and strengthened safeguards.

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