Northern Illinois Conference - UMC

10/13/2026

¡Celebremos juntos! / Let’s Celebrate Together!

Celebración de los Ministerios Hispanos/Latinos / Hispanic/Latinx Ministry Celebration

Acompáñenos para una celebración de fe, música y comunidad. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! / Join us for a celebration of faith, music and community. Everyone is welcome!

Sábado, 17 de octubre / Saturday, October 17
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

North Northfield UMC, 797 Sanders Rd., Northbrook, IL

Adoración, música y comida / Worship, music and food

¡Evento gratuito! / Free event!

¡Esperamos verlos! / We hope to see you there!

10/13/2026

October is Pastor Appreciation Month, an opportunity to recognize the pastors and clergy who serve congregations and communities throughout the year.

From writing a personal note and praying for your pastor to sharing ministry responsibilities and encouraging rest, discover meaningful ways to show appreciation throughout the month.

While pastors deserve our gratitude and support all year long, October is set aside as a special opportunity for congregations and individuals to intentionally recognize and appreciate their ministry. Throughout October, consider finding meaningful ways to say thank you for the many ways they serve...

10/13/2026

Last night was an inspiring evening with Immigration Law & Justice of Northern Illinois (formerly JFON), in support of this impactful ministry that provides free legal services! ❤️

Our Bishop, Cabinet members, pastors, laity from several churches, and partner organizations gathered for a meaningful night filled with powerful and moving stories m. Together, we celebrated this ministry, which began 15 years ago by our conference, and reaffirmed our commitment to standing alongside immigrants and advocating for justice.

10/12/2026

Learn more about the importance of Indigenous Peoples' Day in the United States, including what The United Methodist Church says about preserving cultures, languages, and traditions.

Indigenous and native peoples deserve the right to their culture, spirituality, language, and tradition.

10/12/2026

Today is a reminder to listen, learn, and recognize Indigenous voices and experiences.

Today we honor Indigenous peoples and the rich cultures, histories, and traditions that continue to shape communities today.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a reminder to listen, learn, and recognize Indigenous voices and experiences.

10/12/2026

Bishop Ruben Saenz Jr., writing on behalf of the Council of Bishops, has issued a pastoral letter calling on United Methodists worldwide to reject vengeance and oppose plans to livestream the ex*****on of the man responsible for the 2009 Fort Hood shootings.

The letter reminds us that we can hold people accountable for wrongdoing without becoming what we oppose. Grounded in the teachings of Jesus, it calls Christians to uphold the dignity of every human life, reject the scapegoating of religious minorities and migrants, and respond to violence with faith and compassion.

United Methodists are invited to pray for the victims and survivors of violence, their families, and all those affected.

To the people called United Methodists in Africa, Europe, the Philippines, and the United States, and to all who seek the way of Christ: Grace and peace to you in the name of Jesus Christ. We write about an event in one nation because it holds up a mirror to all of us. Every society, on every contin...

10/12/2026

10/09/2026

50 years of turning faith into action for United Methodist Volunteers in Mission.

10/09/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Rev. Dr. Rick Vance of General Commission on United Methodist Men asks United Methodists to act as partners for all and for those with power to use their power to serve.

Read the whole statement and challenge: https://www.resourceumc.org/en/content/stronger-together-why-men-must-stand-with-women-against-abuse

10/09/2026

Listen to NIC Women Clergy of Color share about this year's clergy of color retreat as part of the cohort at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary.

Those interested in participating in a future cohort or who want more information can check out the link to the full report and to learn about future opportunities.