PEKIN FIRST–3514 BROADWAY ST–PEKIN, IL
COST: $10 for workshops & lunch
(please pay in person before entering the sanctuary)
*There is NO childcare for this event
VIDEO FROM Lloyd Brock, DS
REGISTRATION (everyone attending must register)
WORKSHOPS
MISSION TO OTHERS
POSTER 11×17
POSTER 8.5×11
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TEAM DAY is for pastors, leaders and layman. Invite a friend, meet someone new and learn along side your district family. This is an event you will not want to miss.
*Broadway Rd is CLOSED Springfield Rd to Veterans. You will need to use the Veterans entrance into the church parking lot. You can park in the front or back. There is only one entrance & exit to the church parking lot.
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8:30 Registration
9:00-10:00 Plenary & worship
10:15-11:00 Workshop 1
11:15-12:00 Workshop 2
12:00-12:45 LUNCH (networking)
1:00-1:45 Workshop 3
2:00-2:30 Closing
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MISSION TO OTHERS
12:00-3:00 (meet by door K)
South Side Community Center – Peoria, IL
Living Alternative Pregnancy Center – Pekin, IL
TCRC (Tazewell County Resource Center)
Midwest Food Bank – Morton, IL
Pekin Nursing Homes – Pekin, IL
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NMI - Nazarene Missions International | |
We are people united in our belief that our involvement changes lives worldwide.
Global NMI
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We are Vision.
We are Action.
We are Impact.
NMI Calendar 2022-2023
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Casey Bloom - Eurasia
We are sending our condolences to Casey Bloom and her family in the sudden passing of her father David Bloom.
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The Senica Family
Serving in Mesoamerica
Home church: Crossbridge
Episode 2 Podcast - An update and some Practices for Delighting in each others Differences
Hello friends and supporters.
Our second podcast update is here. You can find our Podcast on Apple, Amazon, Podbean and iHeartRadio.
You can find the episode here at these links.
Podbean: https://thesenica7.podbean.com
Amazon Podcasts: f4820746-5cfb-4863-a797-6d578ff7201e
Apple Podcasts: id1624547044
iHeartRadio Podcasts: 96996222
Like and Subscribe to the podcast so you stay up to date when we release new ones!
If you have any trouble listening please let us know!
Blessings to you all,
Sam, Kristi, Tyler, Madilyn, Owen and Edith Senica and Little Baby (Girl!) Senica
Sam & Krisiti bio
Giving
Newsletter
Facebook
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NYI - Nazarene Youth International | |
NYC 2023
Click below for registration & information
REGISTRATION
Click for full details: NYC2023
MAIL PAYMENTS TO:
NWIL District
Attn: NYC 2023
4224 N. Brandywine Dr.
Peoria, IL 61614
Checks payable to: NWIL-NYI
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NWIL NYC Director: Carole Eatock
nmipresident@nwilnaz.org
Registrar: Pamela Smith
office@nwilnaz.org
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Computer Science + eSports Camp
The Computer Science Department is partnering with the eSports Program here at Olivet to host a one-day camp (Thursday, July 21st) highlighting information and educating high schoolers about both industries/disciplines.
Ready to learn more about Cybersecurity and how to be safer online? Interested in computers and programming? Do you love gaming? Are you wanting to learn more about the eSports scene and see a collegiate program?
Olivet Nazarene University is hosting a Computer Science + eSports Camp, where you will engage in hands-on experiences in the computer science industry, learning more about how companies use computers and see what you’ll need to be a Cybersecurity expert.
Part of the camp will focus on another application of Computer Science: eSports. A growing field, eSports can be confusing to get into and understand. At the camp, you will learn more about eSports and be able to test your skills. PRINTABLE FLYER
Questions can be directed to Dr. Jeff Rice at jrice@olivet.edu.
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NYI - Teen Bible Quizzing | |
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Heather Johnson
NYI Quiz Director
heather95johnson@gmail.com
Click to Like us on Facebook
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Bible quizzing is about "guiding our youth into the Word and the Word into their lives."
Schedule 2022-2023
05/12//22-05/14/22 - ONU
09/17/22
11/19/22
12/02/22-12/03/22 - St Louis
01/21/23
02/18/23
03/18/23
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NDI - Nazarene Discipleship International | |
New NDI logos, brochures and information can be found at nazarene.org after March 21. | |
Michael Downs
District NDI Chair
michael@bwcc.tv
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SDMI has a new name
NDI
Nazarene Discipleship International
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NDI - Children's Ministry | |
Children's Ministry Workers
If you're on Facebook, check out NWIL Children's Ministry and request to join! We will be sharing children's ministry ideas, curriculum ideas, VBS, online meetings, bouncing ideas off one another and encouraging each other as we all seek to point kids toward Christ.
The Church of the Nazarene provides us with many resources to help our Children's Ministry be the best that it can be. Click below to find resources. USA/CANADA CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
GLOBAL CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
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NDI - Children's Quizzing | |
~News from around the District~
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Wanting to keep your volleyball players skill sharp during the summer off-season?
Look no further than Upward Volleyball at RINAZ! Our mission is to share the gospel of Jesus Christ to kids and their families.
Follow our new Upward Volleyball at Rock Island First Church of the Nazarene Facebook page for the latest updates on our upcoming program!
We'll also post updates on our website at rinaz.com/upward
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The Extra Mile
Extra mile is at it again!!!
Painting a house and landscaping for a momma of three who just brought in number four who needed a momma!! She Rocks and we love her sooooo much for loving God's babies!
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DISTRICT EVENTS
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Team Day – August 6, 2022 – Pekin First
Convention - March 25, 2023
District Assembly - April 28-29, 2023
Team Day - August 5, 2023
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Olivet Nazarene University | |
EDUCATION WITH A CHRISTIAN PURPOSE
With more than 140 areas of study, 3500 enrolled students, and a stunning campus, Olivet Nazarene University stands tall as one of the nation’s premier hubs of learning and faith. Our nationally recognized academic programs, title-winning athletics, vibrant, energized social climate and countless ministry opportunities make this place unique. Olivet seamlessly integrates passion and calling with career preparedness. VIEW ALL AREAS OF STUDY | EXPLORE YOUR INTERESTS
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Master of Divinity Degree
The ministry landscape has shifted in the last few years for many church leaders across the US and North America. Charting a way forward can feel uncertain. Where do we start? Where do we go from here?
Olivet Nazarene University has designed a program to help address those questions. The MA in Missional Multiplication is a 36-hour, online program that seeks to inspire leaders to imagine a future of significant missional impact through the church in the local community.
Students will take courses in:
Missional Theology
Christian Neighboring
Living Christian Justice
Understanding Competing Worldviews
Community Development and Assessment
Developing a Reproducing Leadership Culture
Missional Movements in an Age of Complexity
and more...
This fall is the PRIME TIME to get started. You will be enrolled in Biblical Interpretation with Dr. Ryan Hansen and Missional Theology with Dr. Jeff Stark.
Nazarene Pastors receive half price discount for all Graduate Programs through the School of Theology and Christian Ministry. That means, with the discount, you can get a Master's Degree for about $8000! You can't beat that!
If you have the desire for a Master of Divinity degree, you can roll this MA into your MDiv (also online) and end up with two degrees.
Contact Jeff Stark directly to get started at jsstark@olive.edu.
Grace and Peace,
Rev. Jeff Stark, D.Min
Associate Professor of Theology
School of Theology and Christian Ministry
Director - Center for Theological Leadership
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As a recent graduate, working professional, or parent, you lead a busy life. We’re here to help you get started, stay focused, and achieve your goals of graduation and beyond. Concepts covered in the core coursework include: competent communication in the digital workplace, ethics and crisis management, personal code of conduct, planning and control of business organizations, data gathering, evaluation and decision making, financial analysis, capital structure, sources and uses of funds, financial health in light of organizational mission, how organizations benefit from branding success, defining solutions to problems, external impact of decisions, navigating change, and leadership strategies in emotional and cultural intelligence.
Each degree is offered 100% online and can be completed in one year.
To thank our extended Olivet family, the university has worked hard to make this as affordable as possible with special tuition pricing — about 1/2 the cost of the 2-year MBA or MOL programs!
This opportunity begins in August 2022.
Connect with us to start your journey today!
OLIVET ONLINE MASTERS PROGRAM
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Click one of the links below to worship with one of the churches on our district. May God give you peace and hope during this time. Have a joyous worship time.
NWIL Online Church Services
GENERAL ASSEMBLY
JUNE 9-16, 2023
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~2022~
08/06 - Team Day - Pekin First
08/16 - DAB Meeting
09/13 - DAB Meeting
09/15 - POPS
09/17 - NYI Quiz
Click below for printable calendar
2022-2023 NWIL District Calendar
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9:45 am
Arrive & Gather with our District Team
10:00 am
POPS begins, Worship, Word, Prayer, District Information
09/15/22
10/13/22
11/10/22
12/08/22
01/12/23
02/09/23
03/09/23
04/13/23
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In just under one year, Nazarenes from around the world will gather in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, for the 30thGeneral Assembly and Conventions.
“It is a great time to come together as a family to worship and celebrate that Jesus is Lord,” General Superintendent Carla Sunberg said.
This will be the seventh time Indianapolis has hosted General Assembly, most recently in 2017. Additional visits to the Hoosier State occurred in 2013, 2005, 2001, 1993, and 1989.
The theme of this year’s General Assembly is “Jesus is Lord,” which will be woven into the five corporate worship services and the quadrennial address during the assembly. The Board of General Superintendents will examine how the theme influences all facets of the Church of the Nazarene’s mission to make Christlike disciples in the nations.
The speakers and service schedule are as follows:
- June 9th - Friday PM: Missions - Eugenio Duarte
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June 10th- Saturday PM: Discipleship – Gustavo Crocker
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June 11th – Sunday AM: Worship – David Graves
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June 11th – Sunday PM: Evangelism – David Busic
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June 12th – Monday AM: Quadrennial Address – Carla Sunberg
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June 12th – Monday PM: Compassion – Fili Chambo
For more information on the 30th General Assembly and Conventions, click here.
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NWIL District Prayer Force | |
Prayer Force Moving Forward!
The District Prayer Force Strategy to pray for every person living in Northwestern Illinois is moving forward. Six Prayer Force leaders have been identified allowing us to move forward in 18 of the 30 counties across the District. These leaders, their counties and contact information is as follows:
Mason & Tazewell
Ray Barker (309) 645-7716
raybarker@aol.com
Fulton, Hancock, Henderson, McDonough, Schyler & Warren
Judy Davenport (309) 259-9042
jdaven5@yahoo.com
Bureau, Lee & Whiteside
Ronda Hollars (815) 878-4719
trhollars87@gmail.com
Winnebago
Debbie Lyons (779) 970-1776
granny12lyons@gmail.com
Woodford, Marshall & Putnam
Patrick Lovell (309) 229-0003
scalequy61@hotmail.com
Henry, Knox, Mercer
Tammy Shane (309) 678-8364
shanetl76@gmail.com
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If you live in one of the above counties and are interested in being a part of the Prayer Force or learning more about it, please contact the above indicated Prayer Force leader.
2 Peter 3:9 "The Lord is not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance." Therefore, every person deserves and must be prayed for by name.
If you live in one of the remaining 13 counties (Boone, Carroll, DeKalb, Jo Daviess, LaSalle, Livingston, McLean, Ogle, Peoria, Rock Island, Stark, Stephenson) and are interested in being a part of the Prayer Force or learning more about it, contact:
Ray Barker - (309) 645-7716 (phone or text) raybarker@aol.com
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Church Multiplication Endowment Fund | |
Give a GIFT that doesn't stop Giving!
Would you give $1.00 a month if it never stopped giving, never wore out, never changed its usefulness or purpose and transformed lives?
The Church Multiplication Endowment Fund is designed to reach unreached people living on the NWIL District for Christ. Every dollar given will continue to give in perpetuity. An endowment fund uses the interest from the principle to do kingdom work. Will you help fund this goal?
Currently, our district property funds have been invested in planting 22 new churches these past three years and the district is in need of capital to continue to plant more! We need your help. Presently, there are 36 more potential church plants in various stages of planning which will require additional funding support.
Would you consider a GIFT of $1.00 a month? We are not trying to take money from your local ministry where you give your tithes and offerings. We are asking for many to give a little. Our initial goal is 5,000 giving at least $1.00 a month. Would you be one of those 5,000 making a commitment to create a movement to plant churches that change lives? Here are ways to give:
- You can give to your local church by marking your check or cash gift "NWIL CM Endowment" and your church treasurer will take it from there.
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You can also choose to give online if you want to set up one time or reoccurring payments using debit/credit/Electronic Check on the district website at nwilnaz.org/GIVE/ On District Church Planting or direct CM Endowment Giving LINK. Or scan this QR code at the bottom of this article.
- You can send a check or cash to NWIL District, 3520 Broadway St., Pekin, IL 61554 (please indicate CM Endowment on check memo)
We are also looking for those who might like to make greater kingdom investments!
You can give cash, stocks, bonds, real estate, livestock, grain, or other personal property. Basically, any asset of marketable value can be used to help fund this endowment. There are also charitable gift annuity options that allow you to specify the endowment fund or another ministry of your choice while allowing you to receive income for your lifetime and when you pass, your gift goes to the endowment fund or specified ministry. CLICK HERE to see other ways to model generosity. Gifts can be given in memory or in honor of someone.
Large or small: Why not leave a lasting legacy that lasts more than your lifetime.
For more information or confidential consultation please contact NWIL District Administrator, Jim Book 309-678-2357; NWIL District Treasurer, Ray Barker 309-645-7716; or the Nazarene Foundation directly at 913-577-2983.
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NWIL District Advisory Board
MINISTERIAL LAYMAN
Rev. Lloyd Brock Ken Roat
Rev. Bill Clark Kevin Singletary
Rev. Ronda Hollars Mark Alvis
Rev. Mark McCall Stephen Taylor
Rev. Denny Owens
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ONU Board of Trustees
Rev. Lloyd Brock
Rev. Mark McCall
Rev. William Clark
Ken Roat
Cheryl Sherwood
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NWIL District
Church of the Nazarene
4224 N. Brandywine Dr.
Suite 300
Peoria, IL 61614
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Office hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
9:00 am-4:00 pm
phone: 309-682-6945
*Monday & Friday by appointment only as we normally work remotely
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