Check out the ministries that will have a display table at CRE.
Augustana Prison Education Program
Augustana College is the only ELCA institution of higher education to offer a BA degree opportunity in a prison. Come learn about the Augustana Prison Education Program (APEP) and/or discuss how you might get started offering programs in prison.
Becoming Church, Oswego
We are a mission start of the Northern IL Synod. We are a diverse, missional community looking to build authentic spirituality amongst the dones, nones and umms in our community.
Creation Care Subcommittee
This subcommittee is concerned about God's creation. We hold online book discussions, Earth Church worship services, and try to raise awareness of how to better care for our fragile Earth.
Diakonia Growing in Faith
Growing in Faith: The diakonia Program consists of a 2-year program that incorporates 12 classes with flexibility to suit the interests and needs our students. This program is for anyone looking to go deeper in faith.
ELCA Homeless and Justice Network
The Homeless and Justice Network of the ELCA is a coalition of ministries called to serve with those on the margins who are struggling with homelessness, poverty and justice issues.
Iglesia San Jose Obrero
Iglesia San Jose Obrero is a Spanish language mission start congregation of the Northern Illinois Synod in Moline, IL.
Leadership Lab
At lab PARTICIPANTS experiment and practice leadership for church and community…
…while at the same time an intense, transformational Faith experience.
Lutheran Outdoor Ministry Center (LOMC)
Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Center (LOMC) is a welcoming retreat and camp ministry supported by ELCA congregations in Illinois. Nestled in the heart of the Rock River Valley, our 600-acre site provides a beautiful natural setting for faith formation, adventure, and renewal.
Each summer, we offer a variety of camping experiences for children and youth, helping them grow in faith while exploring the outdoors. Throughout the year, LOMC also serves as a gathering place for people of all ages, hosting retreats, conferences, and special events in a peaceful, scenic environment.
Whether you’re looking for tent camping under the stars, a cozy cabin with bunks, a spot for your trailer, or comfortable hotel-style lodging, LOMC has a space for you to rest, reconnect, and be inspired.
Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago
The Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago is a seminary of the ELCA committed to forming visionary leaders to bear witness to the good news of Jesus Christ.
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois
Serving Illinois since 1867, Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is one of the largest nonprofit statewide social service providers. LSSI is a nonprofit social service organization of the three Illinois synods of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). Grounded in Lutheran traditions, LSSI welcomes and serves people from diverse backgrounds.
LSSI provides critical social and human services for Illinois residents, including: foster care, mental health programs, alcohol and drug treatment, affordable senior housing, home care for older adults, housing for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and programs that help people and families impacted by incarceration.
LSSI strives to bring dignity, health and well-being, and the promise of reaching one’s full potential to the more than 50,000 children, adults, and seniors the organization serves annually.
Outreach Committee
The Outreach Committee assists congregations of the Synod to learn, think, and live Jesus’ life, death and resurrection to build faithful and vital Christian communities.
PATHWAYS
PATHWAYS: A Center for Spiritual Renewal is a ministry of Christ Lutheran Church, Belvidere. We offer resources and workshops to deepen one's spiritual journeys.
Portico Benefit Services
Employee Benefits for Congregations and Faith-Based Organizations. Supporting your mission is why we exist — to sustain and strengthen the whole-person well-being of those who serve.
Social Ministry Committee
The Social Ministry Committee works to inspire and encourage the people of the congregations and communities of the Northern Illinois Synod to care for those in need, serve our neighbors, seek justice and righteousness for all people.
Women of the ELCA
As a community of women created in the image of God, called to discipleship in Jesus Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to grow in faith, affirm our gifts, support one another in our callings, engage in ministry and action, and promote healing and wholeness in the church, the society, and the world.
World Hunger Subcommittee
The World Hunger subcommittee is part of a network of ELCA World Hunger advocates who raise awareness and financial support for global and local hunger projects and initiatives. Contributions to the ELCA World Hunger Appeal allows us to support projects in over 60 countries, as well as in the United States.
