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Hope UMC re-dedicates historic building

Hope United Methodist Church’s century-old building in Chadwick housed life-changing ministry over the years, so the church devoted April 7 to remembering its role in the community and rededicating it. The re-celebration brought together family members of those who celebrated in the initial dedication service of 1924 with many who have contributed to the life of Hope through the years.

In Sympathy: Irvine F. Huber

Rev. Irvine F. Huber, a retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024.

In Sympathy: Walter "Slim" Coleman

Rev. Walter “Slim” Coleman, a retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.

NIC Director of Congregational Development Opportunity

The Northern Illinois Conference of The United Methodist Church seeks a full-time director of congregational development. The person in this role will be responsible for developing strategies and resources for creating innovative, vital new faith communities and new church starts, and developing strategies for creating vibrant, vital existing congregations. The director serves as a member of the appointive cabinet and will report directly to the bishop. Applications are accepted until April 19.

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Prayer for Those Affected by Rockford Violence

Bishop Dan Schwerin asks for prayer for all those affected by the violence that took place in Rockford, Ill., on March 27.

Sympathy Notice: Gilles M. Verboom

Mr. Gilles M Verboom, spouse of retired member Rev. Ronni Verboom of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on March 29, 2024.