SBC21

The mission of SBC 21 is to transform, revitalize, nurture, build and sustain strong Black Congregations to make a greater and more prophetic witness for Jesus Christ in the world today. SBC 21 is a part of the Northern Illinois Conference of The United Methodist Church's comprehensive program to build new faith communities, strengthen, engage, equip, and deploy leaders to transform their churches, their communities, and the world.

Chair: Sylvia Oglesby Email

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From Bishop Schwerin: Welcome the Strangers Among Us

Bishop Dan Schwerin calls United Methodists to stand with nonviolent migrants, immigrants, and refugees in this country.

From the Bishop: Council of Bishops Letter on Immigration

The Council of Bishops is asking United Methodists to advocate for the rights, safety, and dignity of the immigrants among us. Pastors will read the bishops' letter fro…

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.

Hurricane relief support is still needed

Hurricanes Helene and Milton left a trail of devastation across much of the southeastern U.S. this fall. There are still people whose homes are unihabitable and relief workers continue…