NWIL - Important Information
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Exciting plans are shaping up for the NMI Convention! Mark your calendar now so you won't miss it.
We are excited to see you and have so much planned for this special in-person meeting! Rachel and Jordan Thompson will be home this summer, and will be sharing what is happening in Papua New Guinea. Memorial Roll nominees from the churches will be recognized; a special Distinguished Service Award presentation will be made.
Everyone is invited...Pastors, NMI Presidents and council members, and anyone and everyone interested in missions. Interested teens and children are welcome, but please note, child care will not be provided.
Pastors, please announce this special event in your services so that all interested parties can participate. This in-person event will encourage you and your people.
Pekin First - 3514 Broadway St - Pekin, IL
We would like for you to RSVP so we can prepare the church for social distancing. Please RSVP at NWIL NMI 2021
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KIDS CAMP & TEEN CAMP 2021
Due to the current phase that Illinois regions are still in and are continuing to get vaccinations in place, we believe for the safety of our children and youth that Kids Camp & Teen Camp need to be cancelled this year. This was not an easy decision for our leadership to make. District leadership, NYI Council and SDMI Council met and made the best decisions for all involved.
EXCITING EVENTS ARE BEING PLANNED
With all of the above being said, NYI Council and Children's Ministry Council have planned outdoor one day events throughout the summer. See details below.
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NWIL - Funding the Mission & The Great Commission
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 For generations, Nazarenes have supported the World Evangelism Fund. Working together, we accomplish so much as the Body of Christ. Become a part of missions work and partner with the Church of the Nazarene to make Christlike disciples in the nations. In the Funding the Mission plan, the World Evangelism Fund is the vehicle through which we deliver the message of hope - and your church drives that mission.
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The General Church has suspended reporting attendance numbers during the pandemic |
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NMI - Nazarene Missions International
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We are people united in our belief that our involvement changes lives worldwide.
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Carole Eatock
District NMI President
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We are Vision.
We are Action.
We are Impact.
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JORDAN & RACHEL THOMPSON
JUNE 15 - SEPTEMBER 14 
The Thompsons will be home on Furlough June 15 through September 14, 2021. They would love to connect with as many churches as possible. They desire to share what God is doing in Paupa New Guinea. They want to be safe and keep everyone healthy. They are available to share in person or via video. Contact Rachel for available dates. rthompson@apnaz.org
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 The Senica Family - from Crossbridge to the Dominican Republic
We are preparing to serve as the Work and Witness Coordinators in the Dominican Republic.
We grew up attending Crossbridge Community Church of the Nazarene in North Central Illinois, where we met in youth group and were married in November of 2006. Sam has a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, and Kristi is currently studying for her Bachelor's degree in Religion - Global Studies. Both of us feel a call to serve in missions and have served through various Work & Witness trips both domestically and internationally. Together we have taken teams to Antigua and the Dominican Republic. These experiences and the influence of the people who have been a part of these trips with us, have affirmed our desire to serve and our call to take the next step of becoming full time sponsored missionaries. In 2018, our pastor asked us to oversee a new partnership between our church and missionaries in the Dominican Republic. We were excited at the thought of being able to continue to serve in missions through this role. At that time, we did not foresee what God was up to, but as the partnership progressed, God raised up an increasing desire within us, and we realized that He was calling us into missions full time. We had never considered becoming full time missionaries, but we were open to taking steps to learn more about it, even if it meant some tough, life-altering decisions. God's faithfulness is evident in this new season of our lives, and we are excited to share this journey with others! As we continue to follow God's call on our lives, we are so grateful and encouraged to know that we are serving with the support and prayers of our church family. Thank you for joining us in this mission as we serve in the Dominican Republic! May God Bless You!
If you would like to receive a newsletter and updates please click SENICA FAMILY
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Nazarene Compassionate Ministries - NCM |
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NYI - Nazarene Youth International
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REGISTER TODAY!
nwilnaz.org
DEADLINE: JUNE 12
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POP-UP CAMP #2 
Youth 7th-12th
JUNE 26
TIME 10am
COST $35
KICKAPOO ADVENTURES
1 CLEAR POND
OAKWOOD, IL
 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JUNE 12
You don't want to miss this amazing event.
Join in on the fun and see your fellow NWIL ALLIES!
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 What to expect:
Join us for a relaxing and fun time as we float down the Middle Fork River for a scenic tubing trip. Each individual will receive their own innertube as we enjoy a relaxing float with a number of sandbars to get out at, swim and stretch. Our float trip experience will last around 3 1/2 hours with a time where we will all get off the river and eat lunch together. We will provide coolers to store your lunch in as we float down the river along with plenty of drinks during our time on the water. |
-Clothes/footwear that can get wet on the river -Sunscreen -Extra change of clothes after the river -Towel -A packed lunch |
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NYI - Nazarene Youth Conference 2023 & Encuentro Missions 2021
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JULY 5-9, 2023
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 Nazarene Youth Conference |
Are you looking for a mission trip for your youth group?  Look no further! Check out Encuentoro Missions.
WE EMPOWER AND EQUIP STUDENTS AND FAMILIES TO BRING THE LIFE CHANGING MESSAGE OF JESUS BOTH AT HOME AND ABROAD.
Since 1966, we have facilitated trips in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, Peru, Guatemala, and Costa Rica. Over 250,000 students have participated, resulting in more than 2 million children and adults hearing the Gospel message through Encuentro events.
SITE LOCATIONS
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA
RIO GRANDE VALLEY APPALACHIA
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NYI - Teen Bible Quizzing
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Global Center Links
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Shawn McLain, NYI Quiz Director
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Bible Quizzing is about "guiding our youth into God's Word and the Word into their lives."
Schedule 2021-2022
09/18/21
10/16/21
11/20/21
01/15/22
03/19/22
05/12/22-05/14/22 - Celebrate Life ONU
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SDMI - Sunday School Discipleship International
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District SDMI Chair
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Subscribe to SDMI Connections: SDMI
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 The Board of General Superintendents has launched a new framework for Nazarene Discipleship: A Journey of Grace. Watch the video and visit to learn more!
Discipleship is a journey of grace with Jesus as our guide and companion. Christian discipleship helps believers grow in the Lord Jesus Christ as they are equipped by His Holy Spirit, who resides within them, to overcome the pressures and trials of this present life and become more and more Christlike.
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 June 5th at 10:30am SDMI Chair, Michael Downs, will offer a ZOOM gathering for people on our District that want to talk discipleship. We will have a conversation on "7 Keys to Effectively Making Disciples in your Congregation". Grab a coffee, Bible, pen and notebook and join us for this important conversation. email Michael for the zoom link. Also, any ministry leaders wanting more information on Creating a Church wide Discipleship Culture, feel free to email me at pastormichaeldowns@gmail.com. We will hold quarterly gatherings across our district for training and support to help churches be successful in launching discipleship groups.
Women's Discipleship Ministry App is ready for You! Women who use the Naz Women's Ministry app find it a means of drawing them to God's Word daily, putting the Word on the forefront of their minds, and setting their hearts on things above throughout their day. The app can help or enhance the habit of separating time each day to read Scripture. Learn more
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SDMI - Children's Ministry
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Brian EatockDistrict Children's Ministry Chair
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POP-UP CAMP INFO BELOW
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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.
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KIDS POP-UP CAMP
Date: July 10
Cost: $10
Camper: 2nd-6th grade
Location: Pekin First
Please contact Brian Eatock with any questions.
Deadline: July 5
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NWIL Kids - looking for a fun event this summer? Join us for a district-wide KID'S event at Pekin First Church of the Nazarene. You will spend the day with your NWIL Friends while learning archery, fishing, and eating NACHOS! Then if that were not enough, let's add in a two-hour long Nerf War!
Bring your own eye protection (googles, glasses, sunglasses), a fishing pole, and a nerf gun that fires the universal nerf dart. NWIL will provide all fishing bait and Nerf darts
Parents, please drop off and pick up Pekin First Church of the Nazarene, 3514 East Broadway, Pekin, IL 61554 (Door K, Far East Side of church) after 9:30am and before 3:30pm. You MUST pre-register and pay online at NWILNaz.org and fill out and print the permission slip. Please bring permission slip to the event.
The cost is $10 for each child.
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Schedule for the day:
9:30 - 10:00 - Parents drop off at Door K, Pekin First
10:00 - 12:00 - Archery and Fishing instruction (alternative activities in case of rain)
12:00 - 1:00 - Nachos in the Fellowship Hall
1:00 - 3:00 - Nerf Wars, Nerf Target Competitions, and other games
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Have fun learning from two amazing guys!
Devoted Outdoorsman, Duane Wilson, ARCHERY
Professional Fisherman, Reagan Smith, FISHING |
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SDMI - Children's Quizzing
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Schedule 2021-2022
04/17/21 - Eureka Grace
11/13/21
02/12/22
04/09/22
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Please join our Facebook group
Information will be posted regarding upcoming meets and events.
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Follow Dr. Digalot and Canteen the Camel as they dig into the book of Exodus.
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~NEWS from around the District~
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| Lost Lake Community Church |
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Creative way to raise money for missions.
We offered Lillies for our congregation to purchase in memory of a loved one. We added $5 to the price and said $5 of your purchase will be going to missions. We displayed the Lillies over Easter weekend and each plant had a card displayed for who the Lilly was for, how they were related, and who purchased it. We had 21 plants ordered and were able to give $105 to missions. -Jeanne Schulze
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Pekin First cordially invites you..
UNIQUELY CALLED - Women's Event |
 God has called women since the beginning of time. He has called women to fulfill His mission and vision for the Church. Even today, we still know God's Spirit is at work among His daughters. He has created YOU uniquely. He has called YOU!
This evening has been created and designed to encourage and support women in all areas of ministry. Whether you are in full-time ministry, discovering the call in your life, or desire sisterhood, Pekin First would love for you to attend!
This night will consist of wonderful worship, a discussion panel of women in all areas of ministry, and an inspiring message from ordained pastor, Rev. Jenee Noriega, from the Kansas City Nazarene district. We will explore, network, and hear the specific needs that women are facing in their personal journey. The night will not be complete without you!
Please join us Sunday, May 16th, 2021 at 5:00 pm. Doors open at 4:30 pm.
Please register below for this free event. (registration will help us with attendance & preparing the sanctuary)
"Hood Raised - Jesus Saved"
 Jenee Noriegawas born in Albuquerque, New Mexico in the roughest of circumstances. She was left by both of her parents at 2 months old. She was physically, mentally, emotionally, and sexually abused. By the age of 11, Jenee began using street drugs, which led to many years of criminal activity. By the age of 16, Jenee Noriega was on New Mexico's most wanted and had been arrested more than 24 times as a juvenile which incurred an extended adult record. She had 14 aliases when she was arrested by the F.B.I at 19 years old.
Jenee was facing a life sentence until one day, on March 6th, 2005, Jenee met Jesus. In the Urban Core of Albuquerque, NM, Jenee Noriega was led to the Lord by a lifelong Nazarene, Debbie Vanhook. Debbie loved Jesus and lost people. Jenee was delivered from a nineteen-year drug addiction that day. Her life was completely transformed, by the grace of God.
She currently is the Youth, Women, & Prison Pastor at a new church plant in the Urban Core of Kansas City named Total Life Church of the Nazarene. She served as the ABQ Central Campus Pastor at Sandia Church of the Nazarene, as well as their Street Ministry Director. Jenee was also the outreach Pastor at Rio Vista Church of the Nazarene. Jenee is the mother to 4 children and a wife of 29 years to her husband, Stevie. She is a first-generation college graduate of CNM and the University of New Mexico; double majoring in Psychology, and Africana studies. Jenee is currently a student at the Nazarene Theological Seminary obtaining her Master's degree. Jenee was Ordained as an Elder in the Nazarene denomination in the summer of 2019 on the Kansas City Church of the Nazarene District, and preaches, and teaches holiness.
Pastor Jenee has had the amazing opportunity to speak at women's conferences/retreats, youth conferences/camps, leadership events, and training events. Jenee has spoken to countless people about her faith in secular settings. She has traveled the world and the United States sharing the love of Jesus and teaching full deliverance through the message of Entire Sanctification.
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| Point of Change - Personal Focus Retreat |
Time & Location
May 14, 6:00 PM - May 15, 6:00 PM
PoC | Mahomet, 702 County Rd 200 E, Mahomet, IL 61853, USA
Now is a great time to get away with the Holy Spirit for a few days and seek his direction for this next season of your life at the Personal Focus Retreat. You'll learn how to look through the major and minor events of your past to see how God has been depositing into your life. What emerges is how God has uniquely crafted your identity in him and positioned you for a specific purpose in this next season of life. Come mine those deposits and discover the beautiful creation that is YOUR LIFE!
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Here you will find the studies needed to pursue the Certificate of Lay Ministry. While anyone is welcome to take these studies, these studies are specifically designed for those who have gone through the steps as outlined by the Manual for the Church of the Nazarene and have already received the certificate to become a LayMinister. For more information, be sure and visit our Requirements For The Certificate of Lay Ministry page. Here you will find information on the process to become a Lay Minister.
Courses:
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John Comstock
Toll-Free: 888-243-2767
Direct: 913-577-2811
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ONLINE GROUPS
Check out our online groups at https://bit.ly/BeEngagedDPGroups. If your church would like embed codes to put any of these courses on your church website, let me know.
Download our app, receive daily Scripture-based on where you are on the spiritual journey, access our courses and content, receive updates about coming resources and webinars, and more!
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Don't let social distancing stop you from worshipping. 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.
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2021 Calendar
05/15 - NYI POP-UP Camp #1
05/20 - MST/ZF meeting 9:00am-2:00pm
05/25 - DAB Meeting
06/05 - All Auxiliary Meeting (NMI, NYI, SDMI)
06/26 - NYI POP-UP Camp #2
07/10 - KIDS POP-UP CAMP - Pekin First
07/12 - NYI POP-UP Camp #3
07/17 - NMI Convention - Pekin First
08/06-08/07 - District Assembly - Pekin First
08/14 - NYI POP-UP Camp #4
08/19 - MST/ZF online 9:20am-11:30am
During the pandemic, all events are subject to change to online, rescheduled or cancelled. Please check the district calendar for up to date event information. Print below for printable calendar.
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9:45 am
Arrive and Gather with our District Team
10:00 am
POPS begins Worship - Word - Prayer - District Information
 09/16/21 10/14/21 11/18/21 12/09/21 01/13/22 02/10/22 03/10/22 04/14/22
 Encouragement for Ministers each episode only 10 minutes
Daily Podcast for Pastors, Church Staff, Missionaries
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NWIL District Prayer Force
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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:
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Chuck Cobb - Mason & Tazewell
(309) 642-0244
Judy Davenport - Fulton, Hancock, Henderson, McDonough, Schyler & Warren (309) 259-9042 jdaven5@yahoo.com
Ronda Hollars - Bureau, Lee & Whiteside
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Patrick Lovell - Woodford, Marshall & Putnam
Tammy Shane - Henry, Knox & Mercer
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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:
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The Global Ministry Center has given us a great resource. Click on nazarene.org for Stories, Find a Church, Grow in Faith, News, Announcements, Resources, Region News, Global News and so much more.
Click for Global Ministry Center contact information: GMC
GENERAL ASSEMBLY JUNE 9-16, 2023
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Olivet Nazarene University
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Who doesn't like FREE stuff? Get all of these gifts and more by recommending high school students to Olivet. |  |
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SCHEDULE A VISIT
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.
WE BELIEVE | YOU BELONG HERE
We offer several different ways for you to visit our beautiful campus! Whether you visit in person or online, choose a personalized visit or energetic event day, we want to show you all that Olivet has to offer. Choose from one of the several visit styles below.
Personalized Campus Visit
It's all about your dreams and goals! We want to plan a personalized visit just for you. We will schedule a time for you to take a campus tour, meet your admissions counselor, and visit with a professor.
Online Campus Visit
Explore campus with an online tour and set-up a virtual meeting with your admissions counselor. Of course, you will want to come to campus as soon as possible, but our online visit should help you in the meantime.
Purple & Gold Days
Specifically for high school seniors, we invite you to experience Life at Olivet when you visit campus on a high-energy, event-packed Purple and Gold Day!
Just for Juniors
Specifically for high school juniors and their parents, we invite you on campus to get a taste of what Olivet is all about.
Holidays @ Olivet
We are open many holidays that you might have off school. Take advantage of your day off and invest in your future by visiting Olivet's beautiful campus.
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THURSDAY-FRIDAY, AUGUST 5 - August 6, 2021 
OLIVET NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
in-person or online
Join your peers for the premier leadership event of the year!
On Thursday-Friday, August 5-6, 2021, join hundreds of thousands of curious, growth-minded, change-driven men and women like you for the premier leadership event of 2021- The Global Leadership Summit.
Whether you attend online or in-person, you will experience two days of rich, high-impact, inspiring sessions, and learn from a diverse faculty who will share their wisdom and practical perspective to support you in your leadership growth. Take the Next Step!
- Attend the Global Leadership Summit on August 5-6, 2021 in-person or online
- Apply the leadership insights and inspiration into your life and work right away.
- Experience leadership growth and thrive personally and professionally.
When you're thriving in your greatest potential, you also influence those around you for the better.
Click for full details: GLS21
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THIS IS OUR STORY, THIS IS OUR SONG 
Olivet Presents its First Ever Original Musical: Still
Click for full details: STILL
Inspired by the life and work of Fanny Crosby, ONU Theatre launches their Creation of New Works program with this original musical. Told through a modern lens, the cast explores the relevance and timeless truth of Fanny Crosby's journey to become a hymn writer.
Streaming for this production will premiere on April 9, 2021 at 7pm and will be available on-demand April 10 - December 25, 2021. Virtual tickets are available for purchase at olivet.edu/tickets.
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Church Multiplication Endowment Fund
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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?
How many times do we give a gift to someone only to see it discarded at a later date or discover it was never used as intended? Have you ever wanted to give a gift that would never grow old or wear out, that would always be used for good and made a difference for eternity? NOW you can!
Jesus said "But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal."
Would you partner with your Northwestern Illinois District's vision to plant churches? You might wonder how you can make a difference or even be a part. Everyone can. We need some to plant, we need everyone to pray and we need many to invest.
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.
Help us reach our GOAL of planting 300 churches by 2030. We see 300 churches as 3,000 disciplemakers who disciple 15,000 disciples gathering with 30,000 worshippers. Every dollar you give will continue to reach people for Christ your whole lifetime and beyond.
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:
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
Every gift is tax deductible
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NWIL District Advisory Board
MINISTERIAL LAYMAN
Rev. Scott Sherwood Ken Roat
Rev. Bill Clark Carole Eatock
Rev. Lloyd Brock Keith Peachey
Rev. Kevin Donoho Kevin Singletary
Rev. Mark McCall
ONU Board of Trustees
Rev. Scott Sherwood Rev. William Clark
Rev. Lloyd Brock Cheryl Sherwood
Ken Roat
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Zone Facilitators
ZONE FACILITATORS & E-MAIL
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District Superintendent
Rev. Scott Sherwood
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District Secretary
District Administrator
Rev. James Book
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District Treasurer
District DCPI Coordinator
Rev. Ray Barker
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NWIL Office Manager
Pamela Smith
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 Board Of Ministry
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Course of Study
Rev. Karin Orwig
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District Assembly Handbook 2020
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