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Communicator's Corner
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Learning Spanish as Church Hospitality
Check it out! Who Is My Neighbor? Teacher Manual is now available to pre-order through Abingdon Press. The six-session resource was developed out of the NIC's Spanish as a Second Language program. It was written by Joyce Carrasco, Ruth Hoffman and Ngoc-Diep Nguyen.
It covers basic conversational Spanish, and simple and easy to follow Spanish-language worship material. The program encourages openness toward Spanish-speaking neighbors, understanding of different cultures, and compassion for those who struggle to learn English.
Job Opening:
NIC Regional Administrative Assistant
Reports to the Elgin and Aurora District Superintendents and provides administrative support for both district and conference initiatives.
March Women's
History Month
For Women's History Month
2015, GCSRW is pleased to offer a series of sermon preparation
notes and resources. They are written by the Rev. Hyemin Na, a mother, Ph.D. student in Homiletics at Emory University and ordained elder in the NIC.
Download available by clicking here.
Upcoming Missioary Intinteration ScheduleOpportunities exist this spring and early summer to visit with missionaries supported by the Northern Illinois Conference. On itineration we will have, Jeremias Franca, Genilma Bohler and Karen Johnson Ujereh. If you would like to have a missionary visit your church please contact the Conference Secretary of Global Ministries, Rev. Shirley Pulgar-Hughes shirleymph@outlook.com. Click here to learn more. Schedule:April 20-23, Jeremias Franca April 27- May 4, Genilma Bohler May 11-24, Karen Johnson Ujereh
Y15<<Go On
Youth 2015, the national gathering for United Methodist Youth and Youth Leaders, is planned for June 24-28 in Orlando, FL
for ages 12-18. It only happens once every 4 years!
Click here fore more information.
Outdoor and Retreat Ministries
Spring Confirmation Retreat Dates
@ Reynoldswood
March 27-28 or
April 24-25
@ Wesley Woods
April 17-18.
Click here to get started.
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Annual Conference Registration Opens Apr. 17
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 Early Registration between April 17 - May 15 will be $75. Regular Registration between May 16 - May 29 will be $90. On-Site/Late Registration fees will apply to any registrations postmarked after May 29. The cost for on-site registration will be $125.
- ALL Historical Reports and Proposed Legislation MUST be submitted to Daniel Diss at ACdocuments@umcnic.org on or before April 1, 2015. There will be no exceptions. Late documents will be rejected.
- Bible Study Leader: The Rev. Dr. James Alexander Forbes, Jr. Read his bio.
- Display Tables: Cost is $25 per table and $45 for a table with electricity. Tables will be on display for one-day only on Monday, June 15. The area for displays has changed from the MegaCenter to the St. Charles Ballroom. Applications and payment are due no later than May 22.
- Mission Kits: You've heard about the Ice Bucket Challenge, but we have something better: the Cleaning Bucket Challenge. This year, each church is challenged to assemble at least one Cleaning Bucket and to BRING IT to Annual Conference. Visit www.umcnic.org/AC2015 and click on "Mission" for details.
- Bishop's Appeal: This year's special offering will go toward Northern Illinois Justice for Our Neighbors (NIJFON) as they expand their capacity at three clinic sites, including offering special JFON legal help to those eligible for new immigration opportunities through Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA).
Click here to read Bishop Sally Dyck's Letter of Invitation. For the latest information visit www.umcnic.org/AC2015.
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Acts of Repentance next listening session
Come to the Listening Session March 28 at Starved Rock Lodge
 As a part of the Acts of Repentance with Native Americans in the Northern Illinois Conference, our Conference has been hosting listening sessions to hear, learn, and be changed.
Before the 2012 General Conference, listening sessions formed the guide for how The United Methodist Church would respond with indigenous communities throughout the globe. The Northern Illinois Conference is following that model, holding listening sessions throughout our Conference that will give the template for how we may proceed towards continued change and healing. The sessions are about listening and engaging in a conversation with all who attend.
The Saturday, March 28, listening session will be from 10am-12:30pm in the LaSalle Room at Starved Rock Lodge in Utica, IL. Your participation means so much. Let's all come together and listen. Click here for the flyer.
Native American Ministries Sunday - April 19
The offering received on Native American Ministries Sunday goes toward many partnerships and programs in the Native American community. Funds also go toward college scholarships for Native American students, support of tribal language classes, powwows, and other community programs such as Family Camp for Native families. "This year's Native American Special Sunday offering is all the more important as we continue our work in the future. 50% remains here in our annual conference and that amount will help us continue to take steps in the Acts of Repentance and reconciliation," said Bishop Sally Dyck. Go to www.umcgiving.org/nams for a pastor's toolkit and other resources.
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Read Bishop Dyck's Message for Lent.
Lenten Idea - Lent in a Bag! Read more how Glenview United Methodist Church is helping families practice Lent at home.
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School of Evangelism - April 18
Register today for the 2015 School of Evangelism at First UMC Elgin on April 18 with best selling author Leonard Sweet as the speaker. The Evangelism committee is also currently accepting nominations for the 2015 Harry Denman Evangelism Award for Clergy, Lay, and Youth. The Harry Denman Evangelism Award recognizes a person whose life and ministry exemplifies the teaching of Christ and the Great Commission. Award winners will be announced at the School of Evangelism. To learn more about the Denman award, contact Rev. Robert Sathuri at robert@morrisumc.com. Nominations must be received no later than March 20. Click here for the forms. Click here for event flyer and registration form.
Justice and Healing: An Ecumenical Response
Barrington UMC to host an Ecumenical Dialogue on Justice and Healing March 28 9am-12pm. The keynote speaker will be Jim Winkler, President, National Council of Churches. Bishop Sally Dyck will participate, as well as diverse clergy and laity from Northern Illinois. Clergy and laity from all denominations are invited to be part of the dialogue. No registration required. Download the Brochure.
UMCOR Assessing Response to Vanuatu Cyclone
After a category 5 cyclone tore through the island nation of Vanuatu over the weekend, the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) has been in touch with Global Ministries missionaries and church partners in the region to assess damages and needs. At its peak, Cyclone Pam packed winds of up to 165 miles per hour, devastating effects of which were felt particularly on the islands of Ermango, Tanna and Efate. Please keep the people of Vanuatu and the other impacted island nations of the region in your prayers. You can also help by giving to UMCOR International Disaster Response, Advance #982450.
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