Contact Us

Episcopal and Conference Office:

303 E. Wacker Dr., Suite 2020, Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: 312-346-9766

REPORTERS: Please contact Rev. Danita Anderson at (872) 810-0641. You may also contact her by email.

All others: Please fill out the form below to email the Northern Illinois Conference of The United Methodist Church.

News & Announcements

All News Upcoming Events

Camp and Retreat Ministry Task Force Moves into Feasibility Study

The Bishop’s Camp and Retreat Ministry Task Force has begun the next phase of its work following direction from the 2026 Northern Illinois Annual Conference. Th…

Welcoming Our New Annual Conference Secretary

After six years of faithful service as Annual Conference Secretary, Randy Hayes is stepping down from the role due to health concerns. Bishop Dan Schwerin, in consultation with the…

A New Name, the Same Commitment to Justice: NIJFON Rebrands as Immigration Law and Justice of Northern Illinois

Immigration Law and Justice of Northern Illinois, formerly known as Northern Illinois Justice for Our Neighbors, i…

Creating Space for Community in Batavia

After more than 20 years of planning, Batavia UMC is moving forward with the removal of a neighboring building, creating new possibilities for ministry, green space and community connect…