Nearly 30 United Methodists attended Schingoethe Center Museum at Aurora University on March 13 for a private viewing of the “Away from Home” exhibit, which examined boarding schools that attempted to eradicate Native American culture from indigenous children.
Read MoreAbout 60 Hispanic/Latinx pastors and lay leaders from the North Central Jurisdiction gathered March 28-30 for the Escuela de Ministerios 2025 (School of Ministries), hosted by Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary's Hispanic Center, in close collaboration with some of the NCJ directors of connectional ministries.
Read MoreIn an effort to be more transparent, the Finance and Administration office is going to be consistently sharing where we are as a conference are in regards to the giving versus what is needed for us to continue our impact. This giving supports our ministries, outreach programs, employees and daily operations.
Read MoreAbout 100 elders gathered at Barrington United Methodist Church on March 25 for their annual order meeting.
Read MoreThe Muslim Methodist Iftar Dinner was a heartfelt evening of unity, reflection, and shared commitment to peace. Embracing the theme “Seeking Peace Through Sharing and Caring,” faith leaders, including Bishop Dan Schwerin, Rev. Jane Eesley, and Imam Hisham Qaisi, spoke on the power of compassion, service, and interfaith collaboration.
Read MoreAs storms raced across much of the Midwest late on March 14, 2025, what is believed to be a microburst tore half the roof off of the 101-year-old building of First United Methodist Church, Elgin.
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