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UM Foundation Grants
The United Methodist Foundation of the Northern Illinois Conference announces the 2017 grants cycle.
Funds are typically granted for new or expanded ministries or projects - seed money to begin the new direction. Grants generally range from $500 - $2,000.
If your church has an idea and a plan for mission-based programming, please check out the Grant Guidelines and consider applying by completing the
Questions can be directed to Janet Boryk, Grants Coordinator ,847.409.9642 or Carolyn Cook, Executive Assistant, 312.346.9766, extension 704.
Summer Stewardship Summit Postponed
The United Methodist Foundation will not host a conference-wide stewardship event this summer. They are considering how to most effectively bring stewardship ministry resources to local churches which will be implemented to fund the unique mission and vision of churches throughout the conference. If you have thoughts on this subject, please contact Foundation President Chris Walters at
For more information visit the Foundation website at
World Communion Sunday - Oct. 2
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Sending forth and blessing for
Bishop Tracy S. Malone - Aug. 21
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Bishop Tracy S. Malone
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Join us for a special blessing and sending forth for Bishop Tracy S. Malone on this Sunday, August 21 at 3pm at Gary UMC in Wheaton.
Bishop Malone begins her episcopal assignment in the East Ohio Conference on September 1.
Where to Park
Gary UMC is located at 224 N Main St., Wheaton, IL. The parking lot is on the west side of the building with designated visitor spaces available. If the lot is full, street parking is available to the west and east of the church. To the north, you may park in the Hultgren Funeral Home lot (unless signs indicate a funeral is in session) or Claire Woods Academy lot.
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Welcoming worship and gathering for new Chicago Southern District Superintendent
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Join us as we welcome Rev. Dr. Jacques Conway as the new Chicago Southern District Superintendent on Sunday, September 18 at 3pm at Faith UMC in Orland Park. Download the flyer.
Bishop Sally Dyck announced last week that Rev. Conway will be the new D.S. effective September 1, 2016 following Bishop Tracy S. Malone who served in the role since 2011. Read more.
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Floods wreak havoc in Louisiana
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Recent flooding in Denham Springs, Louisiana, at one point nearly covered a sign for the First United Methodist Church there. The home in the background belongs to a member of that church. Photo courtesy of the Rev. Jackie King.
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Many United Methodists are among the Louisianans who have been flooded out of their homes, and some United Methodist churches in the state also have had flood damage. One church served as a shelter, then had to be evacuated itself because of rising waters.
The flooding from heavy rainfalls that began last week has claimed at least seven lives in Louisiana, and prompted the rescue of more than 20,000 people. Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey says it's too early for volunteers, but monetary contributions are much needed. Read more.Another way to help is to consider a United Methodist Committee on Relief cleaning bucket, click here for more information.
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Prayers for Milwaukee
Wisconsin Area Bishop Hee-Soo Jung is asking United Methodists to pray for Milwaukee, where riots have followed a police shooting of an armed suspect. "Pray not only for peace. But pray for the systems that are in place that need changing," the bishop writes. "Pray for restorative and racial justice for Milwaukee and all Wisconsin communities." Read statement
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The public is invited to support Northern Illinois JFON (Justice For Our Neighbors) and Rockford Urban Ministries on Wednesday, Aug. 24 at
7 pm for Immigrant Stories and Songs, a benefit for JFON's Rockford Clinic.
The event is hosted at JustGoods fair trade store, 201 Seventh Street, Rockford, and is free and open to the public. A free will offering will be taken for the work of JFON. Click here for details.
5th annual NIJFON dinner - Sept. 18
Register today for the annual dinner celebration at Elgin Community College to benefit NIJFON. The special keynote speaker is the Rev. Dr. Susan Henry-Crowe, General Secretary of The United Methodist General Board of Church and Society. Click here for registration details.
UMM Spiritual Congress - Sept. 16-18 Men of the Northern Illinois Conference, you're invited to join the Northern Illinois Conference UMM for the Spiritual Congress (annual men's retreat) to be held September 16-18 in Williams Bay, WI on scenic Lake Geneva. Spiritual Congress is presented by the NICUMM for spiritual development, training and fellowship with brothers from around the conference. For those of you who have attended before, you know that it is sure to be a spirit-filled, life-changing weekend. Click here for more information on registration and to download the flyer.
Save the Date - Chicago Urban Summit - Sept. 24
"Faith In the Public Square: Becoming the Prophetic, Pastoral and Political Church" two day event. Come join us for the Young Adult Worship Experience, Friday, September 23, 2016 - 7 pm. Location: Maple Park UMC. The program will be held Saturday, September 24, 2016 - 9 am to 4 pm at Morgan Park United Methodist Church, 11030 S. Longwood Dr., Chicago, IL. The Keynote Speaker: Rev. Dr. Obery Hendricks, New York Theological Seminary. Cost: $15.00. Download the new flyer or Click here for more info and to register.
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