Ministry Protection Memos

Ministry Protection Memos offer practical advice on preventing and responding to church safety concerns.

Please note that these helpful memos offer suggestions but do not constitute legal advice or establish a particular standard of care.

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Standing Together: Churches Across NIC Turn Faith into Action

More than 18 United Methodist churches across the Northern Illinois Conference turned faith into action on Sept. 13, gathering for prayer, vigils, rallies, marches…

A New Season in Lay Servant Ministries

Lay Servant Ministries is entering a new season of leadership as Kim Emery begins serving as director of the Conference Committee, following 10 years of leadership by Peggy Hansen. Lay Se…

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Council of Bishops Gather Leaders to Envision UMC's Future

This October, the United Methodist Council of Bishops will host leaders from the episcopal areas around the world in Calgary, Canada, for "Emboldened by the Spirit: Im…