Summer mission trips: Serving near and far
This summer, churches across Northern Illinois lived out their faith through mission trips near and far—serving neighbors in local communities, repairing homes in Appalachia, and supp…
Generosity is a Christian virtue. These resources will help leaders cultivate that virtue as well as plan stewardship/pledging campaigns.
Stewardship: Raising Up Generous Disciples (Guidelines 2025-2028)
Published by the United Methodist Publishing House
$6.99 for paperback or PDF
Help individuals join the local church community and pledge to support it through prayers, presence, gifts, service, and witness. The stewardship ministry ensures that these commitments are used effectively in various church ministries. This is your roadmap to successfully carrying out the important work of the ministry. One of the twenty-six Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation 2025-2028 that cover church leadership areas, this resource is produced by Discipleship Ministries and updated quadrennially to reflect changes in the Book of Discipline. At the back of this short volume is a list of wonderful resources.
This summer, churches across Northern Illinois lived out their faith through mission trips near and far—serving neighbors in local communities, repairing homes in Appalachia, and supp…
This summer, churches across the conference brought vacation Bible school to life, each one putting its own unique spin on the beloved tradition. From creative scheduling and special…
Churches and clergy may start preparing now for the 2026 health insurance plan for clergy. Next year’s premium rates are now available.
The United Methodist Church of Geneva’s rummage sale not only raises funds but supports creation care. The church directs the proceeds to charities and finds new u…