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In Sympathy: Charlene Hill

Rev. Charlene Hill, a member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025.

Lincoln and Adalberto Members Uneasy About ICE, Hate Groups

Bishop Dan Schwerin, Rev. Dr. Audrea Nanabray, and Rev. Fabiola Grandon-Mayer listened to the concerns of Lincoln and Adalberto United Methodists when they visited these congregations on Feb. 2.

February 2025 Benefit Insights

For February, key Health and Pension benefit updates include information about heart health, taxes, fun facts, and a carrot cake bar recipe.

Work Needed to Fulfill Our Commitment

To fulfill our commitment to the survivors through the “Repair the Harm to Children” campaign, over $440,000 is still needed to meet the Northern Illinois Conference’s share. his initiative is not just a financial commitment but a moral obligation to support healing and prevent future harm. Help us bring healing and hope to survivors of Boy Scouts abuse. If you haven’t pledged or given, now’s the time.

From Bishop Schwerin: Welcome the Strangers Among Us

Bishop Dan Schwerin calls United Methodists to stand with nonviolent migrants, immigrants, and refugees in this country.

From the Bishop: Council of Bishops Letter on Immigration

The Council of Bishops is asking United Methodists to advocate for the rights, safety, and dignity of the immigrants among us. Pastors will read the bishops' letter from their pulpits.