Nueva Vida Renewal of Baptism
On a bright, sunny Sunday morning this past Labor Day weekend, about 60 people gathered along the beachfront at Crystal Lake for worship, reaffirmation of faith and baptism. Twelve people, both young and old, from Nueva Vida UMC in Aurora, were immersed in the slightly cool waters.
Read MoreSeeds to Succeed a Success
More than 250 volunteers came out to give back to the community by participating in Seeds to Succeed service projects across the Northern Illinois Conference. The NIC received a generous impact grant from Rethink Church to assist in advertising, planning and promotional materials for Seeds to Succeed.
Read MoreOnline Thrift Store Offers Bargains and Jobs
Kingswood United Methodist Church offers a new, convenient way to shop for bargains and giving back to the community at the same time. The New Beginnings Online Thrift Shop officially opened for business in July selling reasonably priced items and offering job training skills to those looking for employment.
Read MoreOak Park Church Goes Green
Euclid Avenue United Methodist Church in Oak Park, Ill., celebrates the completion of a new green project.
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