Reimagining Church: Making Room for Belief
In this column, Rev. Christian Coon reflects on the importance of making space in the church for both doubt and belief. Drawing on the idea that the Holy Spirit is actively at work am…
Rev. Margaret Ann Williams, a retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on June 5, 2024. During her ministry she served Marcy-Newberry Association, Inc.
Rev. Williams was 88 years old.
Visitation will take place on June 13, 3 to 7 p.m., at
Brookins Funeral Home
9315 S. Ashland Ave., Chicago
The funeral service will take place on June 14 at
St. Mark United Methodist Church
8441 S. St. Lawrence Ave., Chicago
Clergy asked to wear white robes with red stoles.
In this column, Rev. Christian Coon reflects on the importance of making space in the church for both doubt and belief. Drawing on the idea that the Holy Spirit is actively at work am…
Mrs. Janice Conner, surviving spouse of the late Rev. Harry W. Conner Jr., passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026.
The NIC strengthens connection and support across its districts through dedicated administrative staff and district office arrangements. These points of connection provide chur…
The Northern Illinois Conference welcomes Sheryl Hatcher as its new Conference Benefits Officer, beginning Sept. 28. Sheryl brings experience with United Methodist health benefits…