From the Bishop: Environmental racism exists in our own backyard
With Earth Day coming up, I would encourage churches to think about the ways racism impacts the environment. First, let’s look at the definition of environmental racism.
Read MoreDYK? All about the bishops
In The United Methodist Church, we are led by a Council of Bishops. The United Methodist Council of Bishops consists of 66 active and all retired bishops who meet biannually to shepherd the work of the denomination. The Council is further divided into geographic areas: there are five jurisdictions in the U.S. and 20 episcopal areas outside the U.S.
Read MoreLaity Convocation opens conversation on racism
Laity Convocation 2020 brought more than 185 lay and clergy from across the Northern Illinois Conference to Sycamore United Methodist Church on Feb. 8 to work toward “Unpacking Racism.”This year’s theme was based on the Conference’s strategic goal: “To live out the conviction that racism is incompatible with Christian teaching.”
Read MoreSupport Staff Changes
The Northern Illinois Conference Office of Administrative Services is pleased to announce the hiring of two district support staff. Beginning March 1, the six district superintendents and our churches will be supported by two administrative assistants.
Read MoreTanzania School Construction Update
Bishop Sally Dyck has designated Global Ministries Missionary and NIC Elder Rev. Young Seon (Christina) Kim's project to build the Global Mission Secondary School for children ages 130-18 with the United Methodist Church in Tanzania as the recipient of the Bishop's Appeal offering at the 2020 Annual Conference. Rev. Kim, who is serving as the managing director, provided this construction work update:
Read MoreUVC seeking nominations
United Voices for Children (UVC) is inviting nominations for its three annual awards. These UVC Awards honor extraordinary volunteer service or advocacy efforts on behalf of children, youth and/or families throughout the Northern Illinois Conference.
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