What It Means to Be a Reconciling Church
The people of Friendship United Methodist Church in Bolingbrook, a Reconciling community, aim to move from saying “all are welcome” to living “all are home.”
Read MoreFirst Korean Marks 102 Years by Hosting Refugees
First Korean UMC in Wheeling celebrated its 102nd anniversary on September 13 by hosting “First Love for God, Best Love for Neighbors: Great Feast for Refugees and Neighbors.” The event welcomed about 120 refugees and more than 170 volunteers for a day of worship, music, food, and fellowship. Volunteers greeted families from refugee centers across Chicago, creating a joyful and welcoming space that embodied the spirit of loving one’s neighbor.
Read MoreThis Life-Changing Journey: Our Remnant Reality
Many of our churches are facing new realities after the effects of COVID and church disaffiliations. The question of how we live in this new space looms before us.
Read MoreStronger Together: Living in Connection in Times of Challenges
Connection between churches is not optional; it is the witness the world desperately needs. Now is the time to reject individualism and choose community.
Read MoreReimagining Church: Are Our Church Doors Always Open?
Our church buildings have a lot of doors. To a first-time visitor, this can be a little intimidating.
Read MoreLeading the Laity: Hope Reigns Eternal
The sun will always shine again and bring us joy, because hope reigns eternal, says Eugene Williams, NIC lay leader.
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