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Communicator's
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Special Sunday Offering
is coming May 22, 2016. This Special Sunday of The United Methodist Church makes possible our ongoing ministries of peace and reconciliation. Ready to use resources are available through a special toolkit with everything you need to lead your congregation to promote peace and justice.
In the News
The final service at Wedron United Methodist Church will begin at 2 pm this
Sunday, May 22.
Click to read more on how neighboring
UMC congregations will join together in "shared ministry, with one mission field" in an interview with
Rev. Young Mee-Park in the OttawaTimes.
2016 Older Adult Recognition Day Resources
Is your church planning an Older Adult Recognition Day, typically observed in the month of May? The Office On Aging & Older Adult Ministry has compiled sermon starters, music suggestions, prayers, resource lists, and suggestions for engaging with the older adults in your community. Explore by clicking here.
To order your Golden Cross special offering envelopes call or email Pong Javier, OAM co-chair 708-268-7003 / abjavierjr@gmail.com. Click here for more info.
#CTTalks series on strategic directions
The Connectional Table has begun a series of #CTTalks highlighting the work done to develop strategic directions in each of the Four Areas of Focus. The online forum features a series of videos and social media conversations around key topics related to General Conference 2016.
2015 Journal
If you still would like a 2015 Journal, you can order copies online through Amazon.
Click here to order. The NIC is no longer sending each church one free copy. The Journal is available on our website free to download as a pdf. Click here.
Free Insurance eBook
United Methodist Insurance (UMI), the insurance company for the denomination's local churches, has created an easy to use, free resource for local churches that provides a quick glance at insurance concepts to be considered when reviewing insurance policies. To receive the free eBook, click here.
Now is the time to register for summer camps at Wesley Woods or Reynoldswood.
Click here for a listing of the 2016 camps, dates and prices. Also look for and share this special insert found in the March Reporter.
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News from General Conference 2016
 General Conference 2016 officially opened May 10 and runs though May 20.
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| | Bishop Sally Dyck preached on May 13 at General Conference. Photo by Mike DuBose UMNS |
Bishop Sally Dyck delivered a powerful message titled "Go...Learn...Mercy" at General Conference on May 13 saying United Methodists have only "one category of humanity that is incompatible with Christian teaching." Read more. Follow more updates on worship, legislative actions, plenaries and more:
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To catch up on the Northern Illinois Conference Delegation and communications check out the NIGeneral/Jurisdictional Facebook page and on Twitter (@umcnic). To read Jack Ryder's recaps and other news -click here.
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Annual Conference Updates - Walk by Faith
Online Registration ends tomorrow - Friday, May 20 at Midnight
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The 177th Annual Conference will be held June 5-7, 2016 at Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles, Ill
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Cost: $93 through May 20
After May 20 cost increases to $128 and must be done onsite at Pheasant Run from June 5-7.
All group meals must also be purchased by May 20. The buffet will be available to purchase onsite.
Registration at AC
Pick up your name badge and packets starting at 1pm on Sunday, June 5 in the MegaCenter (note the new location this year). We encourage to you download and print legislation and pertinent documents before you arrive. Legislation and Historical Reports are on the webpage to view and download at www.umcnic.org/AC2016.
First time to Annual Conference?
Please come to the New Member Orientation session on Sunday, June 5 at 1:30 pm in Sky Box 1.
Bishop's Appeal
 The 2016 Bishop's Appeal offering at Annual Conference will go toward Rosecrance and its Launch to Life Campaign which will support a new counseling and recovery residence in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood. Click here to watch and share the latest Different Drummers on the Launch to Life campaign and one young adult's story of finding sobriety.
Youth Session
Youth and Youth leaders are invited to participate in the annual youth session at Annual Conference on Sunday, June 5 from 2-6:3pm. The theme for this year's Youth Session is Caring, Compassion, Community! Our featured presentation will be Youth Addiction and Prevention. Cost is $10. Click here for more information and registration.
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Rainbow Covenant Book Art Contest
 Calling all young artists to design the cover of the Rainbow Covenant Book
Theme: We are OneParticipants: Children in grades 1st to 8th grade.
Drawings: 8 1/2 x 11" white paper with the width being 8 1/2"
On the lower right hand corner of the BACK of the artwork please print: Artist's name, age, address, phone number, church and district.
Jury selection:
Attendees of the Rainbow Covenant Luncheon at the Northern Illinois Annual Conference on June 7, 2016.
Deadline: June 1, 2016.
Mail to: Michael Mann - Associate Director of Mission & Advocacy, 217 Division Street Elgin, IL 60120
If you need more info call: 847-931-0710, ext. 20
Download the flyer
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New ChildServ President scheduled speaker at breakfast
The new ChildServ President and CEO Dan Kotowski is the scheduled speaker for this year's United Voices for Children breakfast at Annual Conference on Monday, June 6 at 6:45am. Guests who are not attending Annual Conference are welcome but must register by May 20. Click here for details
Keep Families Together
Between Mother's Day and Father's Day, Northern Illinois Justice for Our Neighbors is running a Keep Families Together Campaign. For the cost of a bouquet of flowers or a tie, you can help immigrant families stay together. Read Maricela's story and visit nijfon.org/donate to learn more.
Five Day Academy for Spiritual Formation - Your Spirit Calls
Registration is open for the 5 Day Academy for Spiritual Formation which will be held August 1-6, 2016 at Bellarmine Jesuit Retreat House in Barrington Hills, IL. The Academy for Spiritual Formation is a program of Upper Room Ministries, providing an opportunity for clergy and laity to deepen their relationship with God through a daily rhythm of prayer, worship, learning and reflection. Read more....
School of Congregational Development The Northern Illinois Conference and Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary are hosting the 2016 School of Congregational Development Aug. 17-20 in Evanston, IL. This year's theme is: Into The Deep to Discover, Engage, be Equipped, and to live into the Possibilities that surround us as we share the grace and love of Jesus Christ in our congregations and communities. SCD is sponsored by Discipleship Ministries, Global Ministries, and Path 1. Click here to learn more.
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