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The March/April 2018 issue of Making Christ Known features stories from the February 2018 NIS trip to Arcot Lutheran Church in India and is now available for download. Please share the link widely and print copies for your congregation’s members and visitors. Download the issue.
March 6, 2018 Hi all, It’s a busy week culminating in the Congregational Resourcing Event (CRE) at Kishwaukee College this Saturday, March 10. More information here.
Download a bulletin/newsletter insert for reproduction in your congregation. Invite everyone in your congregation to attend the Congregational Resourcing Event Saturday, March 10. Find out more about the CRE.
The CRE app will be the most up-to-date source for workshops, sessions, and rooms at this year’s Congregational Resourcing Event, March 10 at Kishwaukee College. There are several ways to get the app: In a web browser, visit https://guidebook.com/app/elcaevents/guide/niscre18. From there you can text a link to your phone or download the iOS or Android version …
See photos from all the India trip participants in this album. Post times below are in CST. India is 12.5 hours ahead. Bishop Jeff Clements February 18 at 3pm We thank you, gracious God, for protecting your servants while traveling in India and bringing us home safely. We are grateful for the opportunity to learn …
There will be a Memorial Service at Grace Place to remember those 6 people who died ten years ago in Cole Hall at NIU as a result of a mass shooting. Our service at Grace Place will begin at 9:00 PM on February 14 (Ash Wednesday). We are hoping that those attending the beginning of Lent service will follow up with …
From: Pastor Kurt Nordby, Assistant to the Bishop for Stewardship and Development Over the rich history of the Northern Illinois Synod, starting new missions has been a focal point of synod wide ministry. Our Northern Illinois Synod is known in the church as a missional synod and one that is continually reaching out with the …
February 1, 2018 Boy, I wish I could say that it was HOT in Houston, but I can’t. I DO know it will be hot when we are there in June. It is very important, and the trainers repeatedly told us, hydration is important!!!! Bring water bottles and USE them. (That last part of the …
Are you going to the ELCA Youth Ministry Network Extravaganza in Houston? If you are, please email karin@nisynod.org or text 815-762-0758 so we can know who from the NIS will be there. We will have lunch together as a synod on Sunday, January 28 at 12:30pm! Location TBA. Extravaganza 2018 Finding Forward Intensive Care Courses: January 25-26, …
The Northern Illinois Synod Women of the ELCA Spring 2018 Retreat was Saturday, April 28, 2018 at LOMC, 1834 S. IL RT 2, Oregon, IL
The January/February 2018 issue of Making Christ Known is now available for download. Please share the link widely and print copies for your congregation’s members and visitors. Download the issue.
This letter from Bishop Clements lists the lay voting member allowances for each congregation and other important information about the 2018 Annual Synod Assembly, June 15-16 at Augustana College in Rock Island.
2017 Annual report to the bishop forms for rostered ministers have been posted on the ELCA website. Download the forms below or from the ELCA website: elca.org/Resources/Office-of-the-Secretary#Synods. PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that you save the form on your computer before filling it out and sending it to Julie at the synod office – JLewis@nisynod.org. Otherwise nothing that you …
Emmanuel, Rockford invites you to hear Jennifer Cacciapaglia and Lori Johnson, co-founders of the Rockford Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation speak on what you can do to stop human trafficking on January 21 from 11:30 – 12:30 pm.
The synod offices will be closed Monday, January 1, 2018 for New Year’s Day. Have a safe and happy New Year!
“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Part of our commission from Jesus …
Mission Support is the proportionate share of a congregation’s income that is designated to support the mission and ministry of the church as expressed through the Northern Illinois Synod and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). The Northern Illinois Synod shares 55% of all Mission Support dollars with our ELCA for churchwide ministries.
The ELCA Annual Report Cover for 2017 is now available. You can download a PDF version below, or you can order hard copies in quantity by calling 800-638-3522.
Merry Christmas from Bishop Jeffrey Clements and the staff of the Northern Illinois Synod. Download the video Download the image
At the Professional Leaders’ Conference last September, a group of rostered leaders gathered to talk about practices of the ancient church that invigorated its life and that are being used by present day congregations. Among those practices discussed were centering prayer, praying with icons, meditation, fasting, silence, and walking the labyrinth. As an outgrowth of …
Junior High and High School Ski Trip January 15, 2018 – 9am-9pm Chestnut Mountain Resort, Galena Cost $47 – Lift, Lesson, Rental (Ski or Snowboard) $29 – Lift Ticket Only $8 – Meal Deal (Voucher worth $10) Register Online www.ChestnutMtn.com Click Rates & Passes Then Group Booking Book Group Reservations Enter group name as: “NIS …
Bishop Clements wishes each of you a warm and blessed Thanksgiving. Watch his video message.
The synod offices will be closed Wednesday, November 22 through Friday, November 24 for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Enrollment closes at midnight on Nov. 13. If you have ELCA-Primary health benefits, this deadline is important in order to receive your 2018 Portico Health ID card before January. Remember, Annual Enrollment is your time to choose the ELCA benefits you’ll need to live well in the coming year. So that you don’t miss any one-time …
The November/December 2017 issue of Making Christ Known is now available for download. Please share the link widely and print copies for your congregation’s members and visitors. Download the issue.
All RE-MARK-ABLE Conversations begin with a light supper at 6:15 p.m. and continue at 7:00 with the opening devotion and continued conversations. Tuesday, September 12 – Central Conference – St. Paul Lutheran Church, 421 S. Peoria Avenue, Dixon Tuesday, September 26 – South Conference – St. John Lutheran Church, 607 10th Avenue, Mendota Thursday, October 5 – …
By Pastor Kurt Nordby, Assistant to the Bishop for Stewardship and Development All around the territory of the Northern Illinois Synod exciting and meaningful ministries are taking place. From Scales Mound to Streator, from the Quad Cities to Joliet, congregations of the Northern Illinois Synod are making a difference in people’s lives through ministry in …
2018 Northern Illinois Synod Congregational Resourcing Event (CRE) will take place on Saturday, March 10 at Kishwaukee Community College, Malta, Illinois. Our keynote speaker will be Professor Nathan Frambach of Wartburg Theological Seminary.
November 1, 2017 NIS youth leaders, I have several items for your consideration. The first is registration, the second is busing and the third is t-shirt contest for the Synod day.
The 2nd Annual Ignite the Church Conference will be held February 5-7, 2018 at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church in Orlando. The conference seeks to build upon the momentum created by the 500th anniversary celebration of the Reformation by focusing on the ongoing need to re-form the church for the sake of mission in today’s world. Beth Lewis, CEO of 1517 Media, will share a keynote address focusing on institutional change to …
Sunday, October 29 at 4pm St. John’s, Mendota The special synod-wide Reformation Ordination Worship and Celebration will be Sunday, October 29, 2017 at St. John’s, Mendota at 4:00 p.m. Reed Pedersen, called to Augustana, Andover, and Christopher Lee, called to First, Rock Island, will be ordained. Be a part of the festival choir. Find out more …
The 2017-2018 Nominating Committee of the Northern Illinois Synod will be meeting on Saturday, November 18 at 10 a.m. at the Rockford Synod office. Below are the openings for which nominations are being sought. If you are interested, please complete the nomination form found at http://nisynod.org/committees/nominations/ If you have any questions, please contact Deaconess Cheryl …
As you prepare your congregation prepares for 2018, the NIS World Hunger Subcommittee asks that each congregation consider adding a monthly line item to your budget for the ELCA World Hunger Appeal. Assuring that every person on this earth has simple food security remains central to the way in which we live out the gospel. …
Living Lutheran: ‘Freed in Christ to serve the neighbor’ As Lutherans around the world reflect on the Reformation this month, the October cover story of Living Lutheranconsiders how the Reformation’s roots of social action continue to guide Lutheran identity and calling today. Through stories of the ELCA’s work in advocacy, global mission and domestic ministries, the …
First, Monmouth invites you to a music renewal workshop designed for church musicians, worship bands, choirs, pastors, congregational leaders and members to help them: Experience a variety of heritage songs and new / contemporary songs that build musical bridges between generations Learn practical skills as musicians to create a bridge-building music ministry and as leaders …
Quad Cities church and community members are invited to a Three-part discussion series on the The Freedom of a Christian by Martin Luther. These sessions will take place on Wednesdays – October 11, 18, 25 11.30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in the Wilson Faculty Center, adjacent to the new Brunner Theatre. A soup and sandwich lunch will be offered …
Every year your synod mission support dollars are available to support the work you do in your neighborhood to serve those in need.
Each year, the Congregational Life Committee (CLC) of the Northern Illinois Synod awards grants to be used as seed money to inspire and empower the people of the Northern Illinois Synod to develop creative new ideas for ministry.
Bishop Clements will meet with all NIS Rostered Ministers 40 years and under on Wednesday, October 11 from 10:00 am – Noon at Faith Lutheran Church in Rochelle, IL. For more information, contact Pr. Rob James, GPS Faith Community pastorrob@gpsfaith.com (815) 721-0079 cell (779) 221-8491 church
Did you attend the 2017 PLC? Your opinions are highly valued by the planning committee. If you did not fill out a paper evaluation form at the event, please take a moment to fill out the evaluation below.
An update to the list of resources concerning interfaith relations with Muslims has been posted. Find the list on the NIS Resources page or click the link below. My Muslim Neighbor Resources
Dear Northern Illinois Synod singing members, As you know, this year marks the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, and we as Lutherans will honor this important occasion on Sunday, October 29, with a special synod-wide Reformation Ordination Worship and Celebration. This service will take place at 4:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church (607 – …
October 21, 2017 8:30 am – 2:00 pm Faith Lutheran Church 14206 Flagg Road Rochelle, IL 61068 Guest Speakers: Thomas Hammar, CPA Molly Hammar-Shattuck, Staff Accountant And By Web Cam, Richard Hammar, Attorney, CPA, & Author Register Online on the right or download the registration form. As you are probably aware, church accounting is not the …
Visit the NIS website to find out about Reformation 500th Anniversary events around the synod. http://nisynod.org/category/reformation500/
Do you have education debt? The Northern Illinois Synod Gary Wollersheim Rostered Ministers Educational Debt Reduction Fund is available. Any NIS rostered minister with a responsible payment history may apply. Find out more… Gary Wollersheim Rostered Minister Educational Debt Retirement Fund Application
Myself as My Neighbor: self-care through boundaries. This year’s Boundary Workshop will be held Thursday, November 16, 2017, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Center, 1834 S. Illinois 2, Oregon, lomc.org. The title of the Workshop is “Myself as my neighbor: self-care through boundaries.” The workshop will begin with a review of …
LSSI will be celebrating their 150th Anniversary on October 31. In honor of this, they are having a special worship service on October 15 at Augustana Lutheran Church in Andover, IL (where LSSI began nearly 150 years ago!). Sunday, October 15 Worship at 10:30 a.m. with a luncheon and fellowship to follow. Augustana Lutheran Church 628 6th Street …
All are invited to attend a worship service celebrating the shared ministries of Calvary and St. James Lutheran Churches. The service will be held on Sunday, November 19 at 2:00 pm at St. James (3145 31st Ave., Rock Island). Bishop Jeff Clements of the Northern Illinois Synod will preach and the service will include the …
