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Milestone anniversaries mark decades of faithful ministry

Northern Illinois Conference churches have been celebrating significant anniversaries this year and are looking ahead to continuing to serve God and neighbor in their communities.

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Stonger Together: New quadrennium, new beginnings, new opportunities

Rev. Fabiola Grandon-Mayer reflects on the new quadrennium as a time for the Northern Illinois Conference to address evolving needs through fresh ministry opportunities. With a renewed focus on mission and values, church leaders are called to serve innovatively, embracing digital ministry, social justice, and unity in sharing Christ’s love.

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Health insurance rates and default plan set for 2025

A new “default” plan and clergy flat rate (the portion of the premium paid by each church) are part of NIC clergy medical insurance for 2025. Last summer, the Northern Illinois Conference Board of Pensions set the 2025 clergy flat rate to $1,850. Churches will contribute this amount toward the insurance premium for each of their appointed full-time clergy (and partner or family).

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Creatively connecting over the summer

During the summer, many churches in Northern Illinois face declining attendance as families focus on vacations and outdoor activities. However, churches have found creative ways to engage their communities. From innovative camps and mission trips to collaborative efforts, these churches are finding new ways to stay connected and make a lasting impact despite the seasonal challenges.

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Radical Hospitality Provided to the SCD Participants

The first week of August was a powerful week for the NIC United Methodist community as we volunteered at the return of the School of Congregational Development (SCD) with Dicipleship Ministries in Schaumburg. With over 450 participants, this event provided church leaders with invaluable tools, inspiration, and empowerment to further our mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ. From dynamic workshops to powerful sermons, including a moving message from Bishop Dan Schwerin, the week was a testament to our commitment to transformation and discipleship.

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Reimagining Church: Measuring Vitality?

For years, Christian Coon has been trying to figure out and codify creative metrics to help get a sense of a church’s vital ministry. Worship attendance and financial giving are still important, but there are other ways to measure life in a faith community.  

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