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Lula B. Sherman UMC Hosts Consulate of Costa Rica

Lula B. Sherman United Methodist Church in Evanston entered into a new community partnership on July 14 when it cut the ribbon on new office space in the church for the Consulate of Costa Rica.

Illinois Pilgrimage Opens Hearts and Minds

From June 25 to 28, members from the Northern Illinois, Illinois Great Rivers, and Wisconsin Conferences embarked on a spiritual pilgrimage organized by the NIC Committee on Religion and Race to historical places in Illinois and learn about our state's history through the lenses of its diverse peoples.

How First UMC at the Chicago Temple Became Creation-Friendlier

First United Methodist Church in Chicago has been making its building more creation-care friendly by installing more energy-efficient appliances. This has also resulted in significant energy bill reductions.

Practicing Hope, Living Mission: Conference Board of Global Ministries at Annual Conference

The Conference Board of Global Ministries was busy during Annual Conference, offering a Lunch and Learn session and awarding congregations with exemplary mission-giving practices.

Camp and Retreat Ministry: What the Annual Conference Approved and What Comes Next

At this year’s Annual Conference (June 14-16), members passed legislation that directed a task force to conduct feasibility studies to evaluate the current outdoor and retreat ministry and explore steps toward strengthening it. Read about next steps.

Churches Gave Generously at Annual Conference 2026

Northern Illinois Conference members and churches gave generously to three opportunities at Annual Conference this year, June 14-16. The Bishop’s Appeal so far has raised $30,960.52; the Missions Challenges collected about 7,000 pounds of goods, and the Ministerial Education Fund received $2,561.