| October 6, 2011 |
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Communicator's Corner
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Did you know? UNICEF buys more vaccines for children to stay healthy than any other organization in the world.
In 2010 alone, UNICEF bought 2.3 billion doses of vaccines for children and moms.
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Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF
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Continuing Education Opportunity
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On Oct 27-28, CAPTURED BY A COMPELLING NARRATIVE: A Christian Story for a New Generation will gather ministers and educators to explore Biblical narratives and their impact on our culture and identity in the United States. One C.E.U. will be available to participants who attend the entire event.
The cost of the conference is $150 and includes all speaking events and lunch on Thursday and Friday.
ITLC members receive a 10% discount on the conference ($135). You can become an ITLC member for $50/year, and will receive early access to programming at a reduced cost and access to special content on our website.
For more on the speakers, schedule, registration and other event information, please click here.
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School of Evangelism - Register Today
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6th Annual School of Evangelism: Bridging Personal and Social Witness
Sponsor: The Evangelism Work Area of the Northern Illinois Conference of the United Methodist Church
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Martin Marty
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Date: October 15, 2011
Time: 8:30 am to 3:00 pm
Place: Cornerstone United Methodist Church, 41W170 Russell Road, Elgin
Keynote Speaker: Martin Marty
Click Here to Register
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China Bible Exhibit Opens
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A celebratory opening ceremony and official ribbon cutting for the China Bible Exhibit, Thy Word is Truth, was held Tuesday at First United Methodist Church at the Chicago Temple. The exhibit will run through October 16 from 8am to 7pm daily.
For the full story and photos click here>>
A final seminar will be offered on October 19, 10am at Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary at 2121 N. Sheridan Rd., Evanston.
Click here for complete details. **Join other churches from your District to tour the exhibit**
October 13 - Chicago Southern District
October 14 - Aurora District
October 15 - Chicago Northwestern District
October 16 - Elgin District
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Youth Day at the China Bible Exhibit
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 All youth in the Conference and youth leaders are invited to attend and tour the China Bible Exhibit on Saturday, October 15. We will gather at the Chicago Temple at 11:00am. After the tour, groups will have the opportunity to go up to the Chapel in the Sky. Lunch will be provided between 12:30 and 1:00pm with a group formation time before and after that lunch.
Come and make the China Bible Exhibit a part of your youth day in Chicago. Millennium Park is within walking distance, and there are many other activities that can be done in conjunction with the China Bible Exhibit.
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Plumbline Tour 2011
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 27 youth from across the Conference traveled to New York City as a part of the Plumbline Tour, PeaceGen11, this past week. They visited Ground Zero, Wall Street, Central Park, our church's mission agency, and Rockefeller Center. Along the way, they learned about violence and how to become Peacemakers. Read more about it click here>>
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Laity Sunday - October 16
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It's that time of the year when we United Methodists celebrate Laity. That's not to say that we don't always do so, but we do have a Sunday set aside during the year specifically for this purpose, which is the third Sunday in October.
If your church has not yet made any plans, perhaps you can prepare a multi-media worship service, highlighting videos and pictures that reflect the work of lay persons in their ministry, including laity of all ages. Perhaps your church would prefer to go out into your community and use your gifts for a neighborhood project.
There is no limit to the possibilities when we're celebrating our love for the Lord, because there is no limit to our Lord's love for us!
Let's make this year's Laity Sunday a day to be remembered, all for the glory of God. May God bless you and keep you.
~Arnold Rivera, Conference Lay Leader
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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 |
Bethany Methodist Communities Celebrate
Good Samaritan Ministry | 
Known for outstanding residential and health services for older adults, Bethany Methodist Communities this year celebrates 122 years of Good Samaritan ministry.
To help Bethany celebrate this milestone, NIC members are invited to Called To Care: A Benefit for the Good Samaritan Program, on October 23 at 2:30 p.m. at the North Shore Holiday Inn, 5300 West Touhy, Skokie.
Many Conference congregations understand that the number of frail, neglected and indigent seniors is growing. Bethany recognizes those churches as Partners In Ministry, and will honor them at the event for their commitment. We will also welcome internationally-acclaimed musician Todd Schroeder, who composes and directs for Hollywood, Broadway and numerous recording stars - and is a special Bethany friend.
With world-class entertainment, hors d'ouevres and a focus on ministry with vulnerable seniors, the afternoon offers opportunities for fellowship, sharing and responding to God's call to care. There is no charge for this special gathering, but RSVPs are necessary: 773-989-1354.
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Local Church Events
| Local church events are posted on the web.
Read about October Events |
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Confirmation camps at Wesley Woods and Reynoldswood will use the new Credo curriculum from Cokesbury. Credo means "I believe." 