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Please send emails about e-news or the Reporter to Anne Marie Gerhardt, Dir. of Communications at communications@umcnic.org. All submissions for e-news must be received, in writing no later than 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday each week. |
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Quick Links
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Justice for Our Neighbors Historical Documents The historical documents will not be included in this year's journal. If you would like a printed copy of the historical documents, you can purchase them from the Conference Office. Send a $10 check made to the Northern Illinois Conference to: Gar Hale, 77 West Washinton, Suite 1820, Chicago, IL 60602. 
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Exploration 2011
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 Registration is open for Exploration 2011 - Nov. 11-13 at the Millennium Hotel in St. Louis, MO, an event for 18-26 year olds to explore a call to ordained ministry in The United Methodist Church. The registration fee will cover a two-night stay at the Millennium Hotel, meals, and program fees. Click here to register. |
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Communicator's Corner
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C heck out the September/October issue of the Interpreter. Woodridge United Methodist Church is part of a cover story about how United Methodists are welcoming Muslim neighbors. Also included in the magazine, Rev. Brittany Isaac, leader of the Andersonville congregation of Urban Village United Methodist Church, and Rev. Daniel Park, co-founder of Journey Community Church. Both are part of an article on how churches are developing lay leadership. 
Did you know your church receives 10 free subscriptions to the Interpreter? You can enroll by clicking here |
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UM Program Calendars
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New JFON Regional Clinic Attorney
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Jenny Ansay
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The Justice for Our Neighbors (JFON) Northern Illinois Conference Board of Directors is very pleased to welcome Jenny Ansay as our new Regional Clinic Attorney starting October 1. JFON is a ministry that engages local congregations in providing free immigration legal services, public education, and faith-based advocacy.
JFON National Attorney, Danny Upton said, "Jenny Ansay has impeccable academic and professional credentials and a record of faith-based social justice advocacy. She personifies all aspects of our mission, and we are very pleased to join her knowledge and passion to our efforts in the Northern Illinois Annual Conference." read the full story>> |
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China Bible Exhibit -
Seminars Announced
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 (open to all- free admission)
China Exhibition Seminar #1 Social Services and the Church in China Monday, October 10, 2011 Bethany Home and Methodist Hospital of Chicago 5025 N. Paulina Street, Chicago 773-989-1354 9:30am Gathering, 10:00-11:30am Seminar Hosted by: Reverend Stephen Dahl, President/CEO Click here for more details
China Exhibition Seminar #2 Church Life in China Thursday, October 13, 2011 Chicago Bible Society Cornerstone Center 1111 N. Wells, Leslie Hall, Chicago 312-573-8809 9:30 am Gathering, 10:00-11:30 am Seminar Hosted by: Ken Oliver, Executive Director Click here for more details
China Exhibition Seminar #3 Theological Education in China Wednesday, October 19, 2011 Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary 2121 N. Sheridan, Evanston 847-866-3900 9:30am Gathering, 10:00-11:30am Seminar Hosted by: President Philip Amerson Click here for more details
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10-Fold - 10 Day Live Event
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The United Methodist Church, through UMCOR, is on the ground locally and globally, helping people after disasters. What are these workers experiencing?
United Methodist missionaries are doing God's work every day. What issues are they facing and how are they making a difference?
Beginning Monday, October 10, join us daily for 10-Fold, a 10-day multimedia experience that spotlights 10 powerful ways The United Methodist Church is making an impact worldwide-from planting churches to eliminating death and suffering from malaria.
Log on daily to 10-fold.org, Oct. 10-19, to explore each day's featured project. See live webcasts and videos, read powerful stories, and learn ways YOU can join the effort.
Mission never stops, so please spread the word and visit 10-fold.org.
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Hispanic Heritage Month
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National Hispanic Heritage Month, observed in the United States from September 15 - October 15, celebrates the culture and traditions of Hispanic Americans. For resources visit the Global Ministries website by clicking here.
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Safe Sanctuary Training
|  If you attended the Safe Sanctuary Training Session on September 17, the powerpoint is available in pdfs on the NIC website. Click here to download. (scroll down to children and youth) If you would like the powerpoint version, please contact Susan Gieseler at sgieseler@umcnic.org. |
Spiritual Retreat
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Contemplative Tools in a Digital Age Saturday, October 8 9:00am -3:00 pm Sponsored by the NIC Spiritual Formation Committee. Bring your camera and spend a good part of the day exploring, through a lens, the earth as it relates to our spiritual life. Images all around us and image within can come together as we reflect on a deeper level with our cameras. Registration deadline is September 26. Click here to register. |
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NIC-PAUMCS Fall Workshop 2011
|  Featuring: Merrie Bunt, NIC Apportionments Administrator WHEN: Wednesday, October 19 8:30 am- 2:30pm WHERE: Court Street UMC, Rockford 215 North Court Street, Rockford, IL (815) 962-6061 COST: (materials, lunch & refreshments): $15 for NIC PAUMCS members; $25 for non-members To Register: send contact information and payment ("NIC PAUMCS") to Linda Graddick, Hazel Crest UMC, 17050 S. California, Hazel Crest, IL 60429. (708) 335-4500; hccumc01@sbcglobal.net Click here for registration form and details Questions, contact: Debbie Rogers 312/ 346-9766 x 132; drogers@umcnic.org, Barbara Pufundt 847/ 931-0710 x 11; bpufundt@umcnic.org, or Betsy Smith 815/561-8285 x 10; bsmith@umcnic.org |
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Refreshing Leadership Course
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Saturday, October 29 - 8:30am - 12:15pm
Come out for an introduction, renewal course for Lay Leadership and Lay Speakers. This is an opportunity for all people who are currently or who hope to be a part of church leadership to learn about the roles that are available and to get a "taste" of Lay Academy.
Download the Flyer
Indicate which two classes you wish to attend on the flyer and it along with a check for $12 per attendee payable to Chicago Northwestern District to: Debbie Rogers, Chicago Northwestern District, 77 W. Washington St., Suite 1820, Chicago, IL 60202
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Summer Mission Trip Highlights
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Minooka United Methodist Church was proud to send four teams of our Senior High youth to the Appalachians in June. This was Minooka UMC's 11th year heading southeast to do God's work. They worked in Martin County, Kentucky, which is on the border of West Virginia. This ASP (Appalachia Service Project) has taken on a life of its own amongst the Senior High age youth of our church. This ministry itself seems to mold our youth into the very dedicated and caring persons that they become. We are so proud of each and every one of them. To watch these young people accomplish what they do in home repairs and soul repairs reminds us of the blessings in our midst. |
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Local Church Events
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Read about September Events Read about October Events |
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