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The General Conference of The United Methodist Church is a key decision-making body that plays a crucial role in shaping the church's doctrine, policies, and social principles. Think of it as the highest legislative body, akin to a parliament or congress, where representatives from United Methodist congregations around the world gather every four years. Learn more.
Join NIC in daily prayer (April 1 to May 5) for the UMC General and Jurisdictional conferences. The Lake North District prepared a prayer calendar that lists people and concerns to pray for each day. Download the prayer calendar.
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Resources from the Midwest Methodist Foundation
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Uplifting Young Methodists Scholarships Apply for scholarships designed to assist minority United Methodist students to attend a trade school, community college, college, or university. There are four student scholarships for the 2024-25 school year for the amount of $2500. One recipient will receive an additional $1000 as the Carolyn J. Cook Scholar. Applications are due April 30. Learn more.
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Generosity Hotline
The Foundation and Horizons Stewardship are partnering to provide on-demand generosity coaching to Northern Illinois Methodist churches at no cost and no obligation to you or your church. Connect to Horizons today!
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Beyond Cash Giving
Are you considering charitable giving beyond your regular cash giving? The top three ways to give current gifts beyond direct cash are appreciated securities, Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD) and Donor-Advised Funds (DAF). Learn more.
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HAPPENING AROUND THE CONFERENCE | |
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New Episcopal Area Office Space and Website Determined
The new Northern Illinois–Wisconsin Episcopal Area will have offices in the Wespath building in Glenview, Ill., and a dedicated website. NIL task force members are planning to meet with conference groups, boards, and committees to share more details about the relationship. “Although there will be an office, we foresee the bishop taking on a circuit-rider responsibilities in caring for the membership in both annual conferences,” Rev. McCoy said. Read more.
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Help Kids Above All to provide essential health and safety items for the young kids and parents in their programs with their Healthy Babies Drive.
Read more.
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Fed up with today's divisive conversations?
Let's do something about it.
Join the NIC Anti-Racism Task Force and the ARTF Advocacy Partners for a workshop that will help you through difficult political conversations with people in your life.
Braver Angels Workshop: Skills for Bridging the Divide
Monday, April 15, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Free on Zoom. Learn more.
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The Recap: What you need to know
Catch up on the latest United Methodist happenings around the connection, including the 100th anniversary of the United Methodist Building and how Methodists in Mexico and Africa serve migrants, refugees and those impacted by climate change. Read more.
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Tax Exemption Certificates Available
The current Illinois Sales Tax Exemption Certificate will expire on May 1. The NIC office has received a new certificate that expires in 2029. Please reach out to your District admin Leola Tucker if you need a copy of the certificate.
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Other Resources
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#BeUMC Resources -Tool Kits, Social Media Kits, Graphics, and more.
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Social Media Shareables - Free graphics for social media for different events, months, and ministries. (Through Outreach, log-in is needed, but resources are free)
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UMC Giving Resources - Mission Moments, Special Sunday Info, Leader Kits, Pew Cards, and more.
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United Media Resource Center - Lending library of Christian materials for local churches, small groups, pastors, children, and individuals.
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