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Submissions Needed for a Diversity Quilt
To accompany the Arts and Culture Series events, the ARTF is organizing the making of a wall hanging quilt that will have contributions from around the conference. The team invites people to submit a quilt square for the project. The final product will be shared at the 2025 Annual Conference session. They will also prepare a booklet about the projects and those who contributed squares. Learn more.
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Rev. Christian Coon is Named Director of Congregational Development
Bishop Dan Schwerin has appointed Rev. Christian Coon as Northern Illinois Conference Director of Congregational Development, effective July 1. Rev. Coon will follow Rev. Martin Lee, who retires on July 1. Reflecting on this position, Rev. Coon said, “I’m very excited to step into this position to resource and support our existing churches while also working with others to dream about other faith communities we might start." Read more.
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Donations for this special Sunday support programs and ministries to educate, equip and mobilize actions in support of identified Economic, Health, and Gender Justice Priorities. Half of the funds collected on this Special Sunday remain in the Annual Conference.
HOW TO GIVE: Write a check to your local church and write, “Peace with Justice Sunday offering” in the memo line. Churches can give through the NIC Apportionment process. Learn more.
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Help Kids Above All to provide essential health and safety items for the young kids and parents in their programs with their Healthy Babies Drive.
Read more.
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Saturday, May 18
9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Aurora: Wesley UMC, 14 N May St., Aurora
This is a continuation of the April 13 event to discuss and engage with Youth Leaders to wrestle with and share insights on leading youth to grow into critical-thinking, racial justice-minded followers of Jesus Christ. There is no cost for this event and all Youth Leaders or those desiring to work with youth are welcome (no need to have attended Part 1). Learn more.
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JOY Camp Registration Open!
JOY Camp is a week-long overnight camp open to incoming 5th Grade students through newly graduated high school seniors hosted at Camp Reynoldswood. The camp runs from June 23rd to June 29th and has a total cost of $590 with discounts available for early registration (prior to June 1st), siblings, and payment in full at registration. Learn more.
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School of Congregational Development
NIC is hosting the UMC School of Congregational Development, Aug. 4-7, in Schaumburg. It will focus on three principles: SEE, CREATE, DISCIPLE. Register to attend or see the event up close by volunteering to help! Intereste in volunteering? Fill out this interest form.
Register to attend here.
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May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time when we honor the history and contributions of members of this fastest-growing population in the United States. This is a diverse group of people with origins in the Far East, Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. In The United Methodist Church, we have an opportunity for a richer experience of worship and life as the people of God when we celebrate the voices of our Asian American and Pacific Islander brothers and sisters among us. Find worship resources and more here.
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Mindful tips for celebrating Mother's and Father's Day
From those who have experienced the loss of a parent to families struggling with infertility or distance from loved ones, it's crucial to be sensitive to these sensitivities and offer outreach opportunities to show that you care. Find 4 tips here.
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Resources from the Midwest Methodist Foundation
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Generosity Hotline The Foundation and Horizons Stewardship are partnering to provide on-demand generosity coaching to Northern Illinois Methodist churches at no cost and no obligation to you or your church. Connect to Horizons today!
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Beyond Cash Giving Are you considering charitable giving beyond your regular cash giving? The top three ways to give current gifts beyond direct cash are appreciated securities, Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD) and Donor-Advised Funds (DAF). Learn more.
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Other Resources
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#BeUMC Resources -Tool Kits, Social Media Kits, Graphics, and more.
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Social Media Shareables - Free graphics for social media for different events, months, and ministries. (Through Outreach, log-in is needed, but resources are free)
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UMC Giving Resources - Mission Moments, Special Sunday Info, Leader Kits, Pew Cards, and more.
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United Media Resource Center - Lending library of Christian materials for local churches, small groups, pastors, children, and individuals.
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