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Convention
March 22
Delegate Registration
8:00am-8:45am
Convention - 8:45am
Peoria Nazarene
5504 N. University Ave.
Peoria, IL
Nazarene Discipleship International
Nazarene Missions International
Nazarene Youth International
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General Superintendent
Dr. Carla Sunberg
District Superintendent
Rev. Lloyd Brock
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District Assembly
April 25-26
Friday, April 25
Delegate Registration
5:30pm-6:20pm
District Assembly
6:30pm-9:00pm
Saturday, April 26
District Assembly
8:30am-10:30am
Ordination - 11:00am
Crossbridge Community
411 Columbus St.
Ottawa, IL
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Ninety five pastors and lay leaders from across our district attended M25 with over 3,500 Nazarene's from across the USA/Canada Region. There were over 100 workshops to choose from and five worship services that were inspirational and enjoyed by all who attended. God is moving across our district. | |
M25
Watch the M25 Plenary Sessions!
Looking for inspiring content? Check out the USA/Canada Region's YouTube page for a collection of videos, including the M25 Plenary Sessions and more! Subscribe today and stay connected with the mission.
M25 VIDEOS
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Important Dates
Convention - March 22 - Peoria Nazarene
District Assembly - April 25-26 - Crossbridge (location change)
Team Day - August 2 - Pekin First
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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.
Global NMI
NMI is the global missions advocate in every local church nurturing a spirit of missions and mobilizing into action.
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Impacting People
Around the World
NMI Calendar 2024-2025
New as of 11/12/24
Deputation Guidelines
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Cuba
Cuba’s history is one of native Amerindian decline from the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492, its subsequent development as a Spanish colony over the next several centuries, and the importation of large numbers of African slaves to work the coffee and sugar plantations. U.S. intervention during the Spanish-American War in 1898 assisted the Cuban overthrow of Spanish rule. Under Fidel Castro, the Cuban revolution lasted over five years, establishing a socialist political system in 1959. Constitutionally a Marxist-Leninist socialist state, Cuba has a one-party system. One of the poorest nations in the Western Hemisphere, the average wage in Cuba is between $20-$40 U.S. per month, well below the international poverty line of just over $60 US per month, which gives the appearance of a nearly 66% poverty level there. Officially, the Triumph of the Revolution (Liberation Day), 1 January 1959, is considered Cuba’s independence from foreign rule. The Church of the Nazarene opened work in Cuba in 1902, making it one of the oldest works in the denomination.
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144 Fully Organized Churches;
3 Not Yet Organized Churches
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22 District Licensed, and
76 Ordained Ministers on
3 Districts
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PRAYER
- Pray for the pastors and their families in Cuba, who serve faithfully to share the Good News of Jesus.
- Pray for the efforts to provide retreats for these families and to strengthen the ties of ministry fellowship across Cuba.
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PRAISE
- Praise God for the success of gathering these families together for the restoration of spirits and renewal of calling to serve in challenging circumstances.
- Praise God for those who are responding to God’s call upon their lives for ministry in Cuba, and for those who are beginning to formally study for ministry.
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Nazarene Compassionate Magazine
NCM Magazine is full of stories of the global church living out Christ's compassion. A new issue comes out soon. Subscribe today! ncm.org/magazine/subscribe
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Crisis Care Kits
Nazarene Compassionate Ministries Together we are changing lives. ncm.org
CCK Instructions
Crisis care kits are an easy way for you, your family, small group, or church to make a difference for people suffering after sudden disasters like hurricanes, earthquakes, fires, or other life-changing crises. Learn how to pack kits on our website: ncm.org/crisiscarekits
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NYI - Nazarene Youth International | |
Celebrate Life
DEADLINE: MARCH 25
May 8-10, 2025 - Olivet Nazarene University
You had to qualify at District CL to attend ONU-CL.
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Teen Camp
Teen Camp Registration is now open! Click for registration links & details: TC25
Date: 07/21-07/25
Cost: $335
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NYC Prayer
Just a reminder to pray for NYC2026 at 20:26 (or 8:26 pm) each day! Especially as we're heading into the holidays with family and friends, we encourage you to lift up our time together in Salt Lake City, Utah, and share about the theme of WONDER.
Amos 5:8 captures this awe and wonder of God as it describes: "He who made the Pleiades and Orion, who turns midnight into dawn and darkens day into night, who calls for the waters of the sea and pours them out over the face of the land—the LORD is his name." Blessed is he!
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NYC FUNDRAISER
Hoodies & T-shirts will be available at Convention & District Assembly.
NYC23 our district took 108 students and 38 sponsors. That's a total of 146! Our goal for NYC26 is 200!
All proceeds will go directly to supporting NYC26 students & sponsors.
*Checks & Cash will be accepted.
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NYI Resources
At NYI, we're here to inspire our youth to discover the ways God's faithfulness has touched their lives and invite others to join this journey of grace in Christ. The best part? You're never alone on this journey! Are you ready? Explore our resources today! https://nazarene.org/NYIJourney/Resources
Check out the website for languages available.
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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
Schedule 2025
May 8-10, 2025 - Celebrate Life - Olivet
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Bible quizzing is about "guiding our youth into the Word and the Word into their lives." | |
Q2025
Q2025 will be hosted at Olivet Nazarene University from June 23-28! Mark your calendars and plan to join us in Bourbonnais, IL, for an unforgettable week. More details and registration coming in early 2025—stay tuned!
Off-Campus Spectator Registration - $20
Volunteers/Officials Registration - $179
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Early Registration (ends March 15)
Quizzer & Coach - $220
On-Campus Guest - $210
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Regular Registration (ends April 15)
Quizzer & Coach - $230
On-Campus Guest - $220
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Late Registration (ends May 15)
Quizzer & Coach - $240
On-Campus Guest - $230
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NYI - Young Adult Ministry | |
After high school, people take on many different paths as they go through life and into their careers, but they often come across some of the same challenges. The YAM ministry is being formed to unite our “young” adults (high school graduates to early 30’s) in an environment where there can be great discussion regarding the many facets of life. The primary focus of the group is to grow together, through fellowship, in the Word of God. | |
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Reagan Smith
Y.A.M. Director
Reagan Smith is the Young Adult Ministry Director for NWIL District. We would like to hear your ideas for events, gatherings, subjects you would like to talk about, hearts desire for this new ministry, etc.
Young Adult Ministry
high school graduates to early 30’s
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NDI - Nazarene Discipleship International | |
Kids Camp
Kids Camp Registration is now open!
Click for registration links & details: KC25
Date: 07/10-07/13
Cost: $215
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~News from around the District~
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Crossbridge - Peru
Garrett is passionate about seeing people become whole through a thriving relationship with Jesus. His ministry career has consisted of pastoring students, leading worship, and counseling individuals and couples. He is excited about the opportunities to watch people grow at Crossbridge Community Church!
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Welcome to NWIL!
Garrett, Andie, Brytnee, Shiloh, Silas, Boden
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Bridgeway
We are excited to announce that Pastor Darin Fowler will be the next Lead Pastor of Bridgeway Community Church! His first Sunday as Lead Pastor will be March 2nd. We are excited to welcome Pastor Darin and his wife, Michelle! They are moving from the Southwestern Ohio District.
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2025 DISTRICT EVENTS
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
2025
Convention - March 22 - Peoria Nazarene
District Assembly - April 25-26 - Crossbridge
Celebrate Life - May 8-10 - Olivet
Kids Camp - July 10-13 - Olivet
Teen Camp - July 21-25 - Sky Lodge (Wisconsin)
Team Day - August 2 - Pekin First
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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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Celebrating Women in Ministry & Leadership. As we begin Women’s History Month, we celebrate the 2025 theme: “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations.”
The Church of the Nazarene USA/Canada honors and thanks the women who faithfully serve in our churches and communities as:
Sunday School Teachers - Pastors - Professors - Prayer Partners - Board Members - Missionaries - Evangelists - Chaplains - District Superintendents - General Superintendents - Leaders in all areas of the Church
Every week, women across our Region bring people to Jesus, inspire future generations, and educate the Church.
Join us in celebrating and thanking the women—past, present, and future—who model servant leadership in the Church, in our communities, and around the world!
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Nazarene Manual
The Board of General Superintendents has declared 26 January 2024 as the effective date for the 2023 Manual of the Church of the Nazarene.
Click for full details and how you can obtain your copy of the new Manual. MANUAL
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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
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~2025~
03/13 - POPS - Rock Island
03/18 - DAB meeting
03/22 - Convention - Peoria Nazarene
04/10 - POPS - Galesburg First
04/12 - Kids Quiz - Eureka Grace
04/22 - DAB Meeting
04/25-04/26 - District Assembly
05/09-05/10 - ONU Board of Trustees
05/09 - ONU Baccalaureate
05/10 - ONU Graduation
05/15-05/17 - Celebrate Life - ONU
05/20 - BOM - Peoria Nazarene
05/30-05/31 - Kids Regional Quiz
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9:45 am
Arrive & Fellowship
10:00 am
POPS begins, Worship, Word, Prayer, District Information
03/13/25 - Rock Island
04/10/25 - Galesburg First
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NWIL District Advisory Board
MINISTERIAL
Rev. Lloyd Brock
Rev. Ronda Hollars
Rev. Mark McCall
Rev. Miguel Morante
Rev. Denny Owens
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LAITY
Mark Alvis
Ken Roat
Kevin Singletary
Stephen Taylor
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ONU Board of Trustees
Rev. Lloyd Brock
Rev. William Clark
Rev. Matt Jones
Ken Roat
Cheryl Sherwood
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Dr. Bill Clark
Board of Ministry Chair
bclark@mtco.com
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NWIL District
Church of the Nazarene
4224 N. Brandywine Dr.
Suite 300
Peoria, IL 61614
phone: 309-682-6945
Office hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
9:00 am-4:00 pm
*Monday & Friday by appointment only as we normally work remotely
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Click below for the current
Funding the Mission Report
FTM Report
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