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UMC of Geneva Goes Native—and Geothermal

UMC of Geneva completed a groundbreaking “Creation Care” project by replacing its aging HVAC system with a geothermal alternative and upgrading its landscaping to promote environmental sustainability. Inspired by the NIC Green Fair and other churches’ success, UMCG now enjoys significant cost savings, reduced environmental impact, and an oasis for pollinators.

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How NICUM property insurance provides the best coverage at the best price

Jeff Ludwig, Chair of the NICUM Insurance Board, answers some questions about the Northern Illinois Conference’s property insurance program. This helps explain how this program is able to negotiate better rates than a church would be able to obtain on its own.

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A Prayer for the Ripples from a School Shooting in Madison Today

Yet once again, we mourn the losses of those lives taken because of a school shooting, and we lament the lack of safety and the anxiety our children must bear because adults cannot create secure environments for education.

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A Prayer for the People of the Republic of Korea and the Diaspora

Bishop Dan Schwerin invites people to join him in prayer as the people of the Republic of Korea are concerned about their homeland. A recent call for martial law, though turned down, has provoked dismay.

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December 2024 Benefit Insights

For December, Key Health and Pension benefit updates include tips for Healthy holidays, and Lunch and Learn information. (Input needed for future Lunch and Learns.)

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Disaster Response Team ‘Lumberjacks’ Helped Clear Hurricane-Hit Town

More people of Valdosta, GA, can repair their homes after Northern Illinois Conference’s early response volunteers removed fallen trees in that area.

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