District Assembly

April 28-29, 2023

Pekin First

3514 Broadway St.

Pekin, IL



Friday, April 28

District Assembly

7:00pm-9:00pm

Saturday, April 29

District Assembly 8:30am

Ordination 11:00am

Click for Hotel block & Details: NWILDA

Anna Kindle - Missionary - Papua New Guinea

How you can Support Anna

-Pray

-Invite her to speak at your church 

email: [email protected]

-Donate on the district website 

 (tab "GIVE" click "Missionary Anna Kindle"or click ANNA

-Text "NWIL Anna" to 73256 to give using your mobile device. This number will never send unsolicited texts to you. To cancel further messages, text STOP. If you need assistance with text giving, text HELP. Standard text message and data rates may apply.

Anna's Epic Adventure

Celebrate Life

05/11/23-05/13/23

Olivet Nazarene University

Cost: $165

Deadline: 03/30/23

Full details: CL2023

NEW CL WEBSITE! Everything you need to know about CL! Every activity you can participate in and judging sheets. CELEBRATE LIFE

If you have any questions, please contact

Pamela Smith, NWIL CL Director

[email protected] or 309-682-6945

NYC 2023

Click below for registration & information

REGISTRATION

Click for full details: NYC2023

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

May 1, 2023 $150



MAIL PAYMENTS TO:

NWIL District

Attn: NYC 2023

4224 N. Brandywine Dr.

Suite 300

Peoria, IL 61614

Checks payable to: NWIL-NYI

The CSCE Personal Evangelism Conference

March 21 -23, 2023

ABOUT THE EVENT

Join us next March as we take a deeper look at evangelism in today's ministry. Between plenary services, workshops, and a panel discussion, we'll hear about the different aspects of evangelism and how it connects in our daily lives. 

March 21, 2023, 7:00 PM

“Evangelism and Prayer” – Rev. Corey Jones

March 22, 2023, 9:00 AM

“Evangelism and the Theology of Conversion” – Dr. Carla Sunberg and Rev. Cara Shonamon

March 22, 2023, 7:00 PM

“Evangelism and Relationships” – Rev. Premal Awasarmal

March 23, 2023, 9:00 AM

“Evangelism and Compassion” – Rev. Dwayne Mills

Event Pricing

Attendee: $30

Student: $15

Register online: CSCE

DISTRICT EVENTS

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Convention - March 25, 2023 - Sterling First

District Assembly - April 28-29, 2023 - Pekin First

Teen Camp - June 22-25, 2023 - Eagle Crest

Kids Camp - July 13-16, 2023 - Olivet

Team Day - August 5, 2023 - Pekin First

Crossbridge

Trevor Workman, Peru Campus pastor

Originally from Springfield, Illinois, pastor Trevor attained his degree in youth ministry from Olivet Nazarene University. While there, he met his wife Jennifer, and together they spent the next six years, after graduating, pastoring two churches in Michigan. They have two boys, Marshall and Duncan, who bring all sorts of joy and laughter into their lives. At Crossbridge, Pastor Trevor’s hope is to help cultivate a community of believers that takes seriously the call to be a blessing by serving their community well.

Crossbridge

Hello! My name is Ayana Pittman and my husband's name is Josiah. In September we welcomed our first child, Jayla. I studied Pastoral Ministry at Olivet Nazarene University and worked in South Florida as a Worship & Arts and Youth Director. We made the move back to Illinois in 2022 and are now serving at my home church! A few things I love to do is going on a walk in nature, laughing with Jayla, and binge watching tv with my husband. Ayana, Worship & Arts Director

Originally from Palatine, Illinois, Josiah Studied Music at Olivet Nazarene University. During the multiple Ministries he was a part of, he met his wife Ayana. They moved to South Florida in 2021 after Ayana accepted a Worship and Youth pastor down there. While in Florida, Josiah started to work for Smart Home Companies and was installing and servicing systems. Ayana and Josiah have a little girl named Jayla and two dogs named Indie and bean. While serving at Crossbridge, Josiah will continue to lead the members in his team to first love God and then serve and love others from behind the scenes. 

Josiah, Production Director

Peoria Nazarene

Austin grew up in Tremont, Illinois. He graduated from Olivet Nazarene University in 2018 with a bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a minor in Nonprofit Management. Austin spent five years at Southside Community Center as the assistant director. Austin recently accepted a call to Peoria Nazarene as the Associate Pastor. He looks forward to what God has in store for him in this new journey.

South Side Community Center

In reflecting over the last 5 years and how far the Lord has brought Southside Community Center.  Can I tell you a story?   I remember one day at the beginning of our launch of the Nazarene Compassionate Ministry Center when Pastor Lloyd and Cheryl were at the Center with Austin and I for our weekly meeting.  A funeral procession started going North on Laramie. For at least an hour a processional of young people dressed in blue honking and hanging out of the cars.  It was quite the site to witness.  

You will see makeshift memorials all over town to help the community grieve the lives of those lost to gun violence.  On the Corner of Griswold and Haynes in front of Griswold Liquor you will see a big teddy bear and candle memorial for Percy King.  Percy was known to talk about organizing community members to work with the kids to help them “Believe for Something More”.  They had big dreams but were gunned down senselessly.  

Fast Forward. My prayer force team was doing our prayer walk around the park we do Freedom Fest Revival and Juneteenth Commemoration.  I looked down and saw a 4-leaf clover.  As we were walking toward the group of guys that sit on the corner, we affectionately call the Living Room.  I pray for most of them by name.  The Lord prompted my heart to ask the brother of the young man, John King, how I can be praying.  He told me to pray for his kids and his family. We prayed for him and then his prayer requests.  When we were done, I gave him the clover and word.  

Why did PFN invest in Southside?   Why do our supporters give monthly?  They give to  help ensure ministry efforts like Freedom Fest, MOMS Group, and leadership Academy exist.   Because the return on your investment is eternal.  The return is not seeing John hanging out on the corner these days.  He is gainfully employed at Rivian and is a living testimony.

Remember all those kids in that funeral processional get to see John filling their Facebook feed with selfies, prayers and praises to God.  He posts daily from work and challenges his followers to BSM “Believe for Something More”.  Recently I was brought to overjoyed tear when I saw on Facebook where John was rocking the “Jesus On the Streets” t-shirts I gave him at our tent revival we call Freedom Fest.  He promised me he would wear it.  And he is a man of his word, telling everybody about the Jesus that saved him and is helping him to BSM Believe for Something More.  

Moline Community

We are in need of acoustic guitars. Used or new, good condition or slightly broken (we can fix them). We have started a new ministry, Guitar Club, for our youth. They come together weekly to receive guitar lessons and learn the importance of music. Any help that you can provide would be greatly appreciated.

Please contact:

Rev. Laura Mata-Bolandi

[email protected]

309-751-7586

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  

ONU Plus

Local, Affordable and Fully Accredited

Olivet's Extension Site Program

Olivet Nazarene University is grounded in faith. Not just in a historical way, but as a relevant force in what we do today. Olivet Nazarene University’s mission is to equip you for lives of service to God and humanity. And that mission is not limited to Bourbonnais, Illinois. Through ONU PLUS, Olivet proudly partners with churches and similar organizations around the country to better suit your needs in your community.  

Along with receiving a fully-accredited degree, you will also receive practicum experience through ONU PLUS. Throughout the program, each degree will allow students to gain practical knowledge through internships which count for up to three credit hours per semester. This amounts to 8-10 weekly hours of firsthand leadership, ministry, and workplace experience.

Purple & Gold Days

An Olivet tradition, Purple & Gold Days are unique, customized group visit days, designed specifically for high school seniors, and their parents. There’s so much to see and do! Customized faculty and student visits, campus tours and class visits, lunch together – there’s no better way to check out Olivet.

Click for full details and registration P&G DAYS

 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.

Registration is now open for the public

Nazarenes around the world are preparing to join together in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, under the theme “Jesus is Lord” at the 30th General Assembly, to be held 9-16 June 2023. 

All USA and Canada visitors to the meetings and events that occur throughout the General Assembly and Conventions are required to register through the following link: cvent.me/YbN5nd

A registration badge will grant you access into the Indiana Convention Center and is necessary to attend all aspects, including the Exhibit Hall, conventions, and worship services. Please register early to ensure your place.

HOUSING IS NOW AVAILABLE

The Church of the Nazarene has reserved a block of area hotel

rooms at special discounted rates for delegates and visitors to the

30th General Assembly.

To visit the website for more information, click here.



The speakers and service schedule are as follows:

• June 9th - Friday PM: Missions - Eugenio Duarte
• June 10th- Saturday PM: Discipleship – Gustavo Crocker
• June 11th – Sunday AM: Worship – David Graves
• June 11th – Sunday PM: Evangelism – David Busic
• June 12th – Monday AM: Quadrennial Address – Carla Sunberg
• June 12th – Monday PM: Compassion – Fili Chambo

For more information on the 30th General Assembly and Conventions, click here. 

Click: General Assembly & Conventions resources

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.
• 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, 4224 N. Brandywine Dr., Suite 300 Peoria, IL 61614 (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.