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Methodist Olympian to be honored
Methodist Olympian Kevin McDowell will be inducted into Geneva, Ill., High School’s Athletic Hall of Fame Friday, Feb. 11. The induction will take place at halftime of the boys basketball game against Wheaton North.
McDowell is a a cancer survivor from Geneva, Ill. and a first-time U.S. Olympian, made history at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo in the men's triathlon event on July 26. He earned the highest-ever finish by a U.S. man at the Olympic Games with sixth place.
In high school, McDowell began attending Flowing Forth United Methodist Church (formerly Flowing Grace UMC) in Aurora, Illinois, and he still visits the church when in town. The Geneva City Council announced last year that it planned to create a dedicated street sign with McDowell’s name on it welcoming people into the city as “the home of Kevin McDowell.”
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The Art of Holy Week Online Series Offered
Pastor Daniel Cochran (serving Wheaton: Aldersgate) is offering an online 3-week Lenten faith formation series for all churches in the Prairie Central District. Drawing upon his passion for and training in art history, Daniel will lead us on an exploration of Christian art that spans the centuries and takes us around the globe. For three evenings during Lent, beginning March 9, we will explore how Christians have understood and expressed through art the sacred events of Holy Week. We will learn more about our Christian tradition and theology while deepening our own spiritual engagement with this Lenten and Easter season. RSVP Required Contact Daniel Cochran for more information.
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NIC UMM Annual Breakfast
March 12 starting 8:30 am. In-person and livestreamed from Grace UMC, 3555 McFarland Rd, Rockford, IL. Guest Speaker Greg Arnold, UMM's new General Secretary. Cost $10. No cost for pastors. Click here for details.
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Town and Rural Grant Applications Open
It's grant application season again for the Keagy/Town and Rural Committee. If you are a small town or rural congregation in need of financial assistance for ministry opportunities, we encourage you to apply for a Keagy/Town and Rural Committee grant. If your ministry is in need of minor funding ($300-$500) be sure to apply to the PACK application. If you have a more expensive ministry in mind ($500-$3,000,) then the Keagy application is the one you need. Applications must be completed online by March 15.
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Harmony For Hunger Concert
March 18 6:30 - 9 pm.
Hosted by the Prairie North District UMM at Hononegah High School Performing Arts Center, 307 Salem Street, Rockton, IL.
Cost $15.
100% of the proceeds will go toward area food pantries and the Society of St. Andrew's meals for millions.
Click here for details.
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Early Bird Registration Deadline Approaching!
Register by March 20th for financial savings
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Invitation to join #BeUMC campaign
United Methodist Communications has launched a new #BeUMC online toolkit to assist church leaders in creating engagement in their church communities focused on the work of the Holy Spirit being done through the people of The United Methodist Church. #BeUMC is a grassroots effort built upon powerful stories of congregations and individuals living their faith. Read more.
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One Earth Film Festival 2022 coming soon
Join the NIC Eco-Sustainability Task Force and One Earth Collective for the 11th annual One Earth Film Festival, March 4-13, 2022.
Learn about and protect God’s creation. Please attend these virtual and in-person events.
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My Octopus Teacher - Sunday, March 6 online/virtually and Urban Village Church, River Forest
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On the Fenceline: A Fight for Clean Air and The Sacrifice Zone: Life in an Industrial Wasteland - Sunday, March 6 online/virtually and at Euclid United Methodist Church, Oak Park
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Inhabitants: Indigenous Perspectives on Restoring Our World Saturday, March 12 online/virtually and at Chicago Temple, Chicago
More information here.
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Clergy Education Courses offered online
Pastor's are you looking for ways to get continuing education courses online? ClergyEducation.com offers a variety of classes to take online. Check out the upcoming classes here.
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Global Ministries EarthKeepers 2022 trainings open
Global Ministries EarthKeepers is a training program that equips US-based United Methodists to launch and grow environmental projects in their communities. Topics include eco-theology, anti-racism, community organizing, and project planning. Spring classes are March 18 - April 2 online (application deadline March 1). Summer classes are July 18 - August 11 online (application deadline June 30).
Find out more information here.
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Resources for the Local Church
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Black History Month (month of February) - Worship Resources
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UMCOR Sunday (March 27) - Worship Resources, Children's Resources, Social Media graphics, videos and more.
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Lent - Worship Resources, Stations of the Cross, Studies, Spiritual Practices, and more.
- Passion Play Small Group Study by Rev. Rob Fuquay
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Easter and Holy Week - Worship Resources, Hymns, Devotions, Outreach Resources, 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 - for small groups, pastors, children and individuals.
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