Intentional Discipleship System

Intentional Discipleship Systems (IDS) are valuable in carrying out our mission as members of The United Methodist Church for making and growing disciples. The NIC Discipleship Task Force has developed trained Resource Teams for each district to support churches that want to develop and maintain an Intentional Discipleship System.

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Christmas Institute in July Grows Youth Disciples in the Filipino-American Tradition

The 2026 Christmas Institute in July, a beloved Filipino-American United Methodist tradition, gathered 21 youth, 23 pastors and deaconesses,…

Bishop Asks for Prayer After July 27 Tornadoes

Severe storms, including an EF3 tornado that hit the Fox Cities region on Wisconsin, caused damage the Episcopal Area. Bishop Dan Schwerin asks for prayer.

ACST Begins Intercultural Competency Development

Intercultural competency—the ability to interact effectively and appropriately with people from different cultural backgrounds—requires understanding, respect, and adapting to c…

Building Faith and Friendships at JOY Camp

JOY Camp 2026 brought together 61 campers and 27 volunteer counselors for a week of faith, friendship, and outdoor fun at Camp Reynoldswood in Dixon, Ill., June 21-27. Centered on the…