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General Conventions & Assembly
Registration and housing are now available for those planning to attend.
Visitors are invited to attend worship services, visit the exhibit hall, and participate in other events during the 31st General Assembly. Registration is required to access the Exhibit Hall, conventions, and worship services.
For links & full information click: GA27
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We are people united in our belief that our involvement changes lives worldwide.
Global NMI
NMI is the global missions advocate in every local church nurturing a spirit of missions and mobilizing into action.
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Mexico
In 1903, individuals from the United States who are members of the Texas Holiness Association moved to the south of Mexico. Samuel M. Stafford, who was on his way to to his assignment in Guatemala, stopped in Tonalá, Chiapas. Here he started preaching and teaching the biblical doctrine of holiness. In a span of seven years, these leaders established missions in several cities, including San Jerónimo, Oaxaca, (now Ciudad Ixtepec), Jalisco, Chiapas, (now Arriaga), Calera and Tonalá, Chiapas, and other places in the State of Guerrero.
In October 1908, when the unification and official organization of the Church of the Nazarene took place, the missionaries and the works they had started in Mexico became part of the new denomination. Today, there are six missionaries serving in Mexico and 20 active missionaries who have been deployed from Mexico.
Portions of this history were taken from a Didachepaper by René Jiménez Guzmán
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699 fully organized churches
223 not yet organized churches
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432 district licensed clergy
610 ordained clergy
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PRAY
- Pray that the fire for missions kindled in the participants will continue to burn brightly.
- Pray that NMI leaders in Mexico and around the world will enthusiasticallyconnect their local churches to the global mission of the church.
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PRAISE
- Praise God for dedicated leaders who invest time and energy to equip others.
- Praise God that many young people are finding places to serve, learn, and grow in NMI.
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Kids Kaleidoscope
Click below to access Kids Kaleidoscope, a monthly addition to NMI to awaken and nurture a spirit of missions in everyone. ENGLISH SPANISH FRENCH
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Nazarene Compassionate Magazine
NCM Magazine is full of stories of the global church living out Christ's compassion. A new issue comes out soon. Subscribe today! ncm.org/magazine/subscribe
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02/27/27 - Pekin First
05/13/27-05/15/27 - Olivet
TEEN CAMP
July 26-30, 2027
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Heather Johnson
NYI Quiz Director
heather95johnson@gmail.com
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Schedule 2026-2027
2026
09/12 - Smithfield
10/17 - Quizfest - Olivet
11/14 - Marseilles
2027
01/09 - w/CCD
03/13 - Marseilles
05/13-05/15 - Celebrate Life
Quizzing Materials
Central Field Website
Set Maker
NWIL Quizzing Letter
Quizzing Poster
Bible quizzing is about "guiding our youth into the Word and the Word into their lives."
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Rev. Gabe Wickstrum
The CALL Director
pastorgabewickstrum@gmail.com
Are you a teen called into ministry and don't know what your next steps are? Contact Gabe and he can help you navigate through Gods calling on your life.
Attend The CALL Conference. Join pastors and other students for a weekend filled with worship services breakout sessions and fun!
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UCNYI Leadership Conference
March 1-2, 2027
Olivet Nazarene University I Bourbonnais, IL, USA
Cost and Registration Details
Early Bird Registration - $129 (Deadline: November 2)
Regular Registration - $149 (Deadline: December 2)
Late Registration - $169 (Deadline: February 2)
Registration cost includes all conference sessions, materials and three meals.
We're excited to hear from these speakers at LC as they delve into topics such as Youth Discipleship and Calling, Mental Health, Gen Alpha, Discerning AI, and more! Stay tuned for more of the line up!
Kara Powell- Executive Director of Fuller Youth Institute
Montague Williams- Professor of Church, Culture, and Society
Joel Thiessen- Flourishing Congregations Institute Director
Rhonda McGinnis- Leadership Development Strategist
REGISTRATION
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News from around the District
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THRiVE Women's Conference
WHEN
Friday, April 30, 2027 | 6:30pm-9:30pm
Saturday, May 1, 2027 | 9:00am-12:30pm
WHERE
Bridgeway Community Church
3216 Veterans Drive
Pekin, IL
WORSHIP
THRiVE creates a worshipful atmosphere, shifting our focus to God and away from daily pressures.
RENEW
Gathering at THRiVE helps us continue growing and renewing our strength on our journey of grace.
FELLOWSHIP
THRiVE enables us to adhere to the practice of gathering intentionally to uplift one another in our faith journey.
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For I will pour out water to quench your thirst and to irrigate your parched fields, And I will pour out my Spirit on your descendants, and my blessing on your children. They will thrive like watered grass, like willows on a riverbank. Isaiah 44:3-4
Nazarene Women's Discipleship
THRiVE is a discipleship movement for women of all ages, helping each one discover the secret to truly thriving—and the secret to THRiVING is this: “Christ in you, the hope of glory.”
Colossians 1:27
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DISTRICT EVENTS
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
02/27/27 - Celebrate Life - Pekin First
03/01/27-03/02/27 - NYI Leadership Conference - Olivet
03/20/27 - Convention - Peoria Nazarene
04/16/27-04/17/27 - District Assembly - Crosssbridge
05/13/27-05/15/27 - Celebrate Life - Olivet
08/07/26 - Team Day
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EDUCATION WITH A CHRISTIAN PURPOSE
With more than 140 areas of study, 3500 enrolled students, and a stunning campus, Olivet Nazarene University stands tall as one of the nation’s premier hubs of learning and faith. Our nationally recognized academic programs, title-winning athletics, vibrant, energized social climate and countless ministry opportunities make this place unique. Olivet seamlessly integrates passion and calling with career preparedness. VIEW ALL AREAS OF STUDY | EXPLORE YOUR INTERESTS
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General Assembly & Conventions 2027
The 31st General Assembly and Conventions of the Church of the Nazarene is fast approaching.
The denomination’s quadrennial event will take place 25 June – 2 July 2027 at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, Missouri, USA.
Every four years, the Church of the Nazarene gathers from around the world for General Assembly and Conventions—a time to worship together, discern God’s direction, and celebrate what God is doing in and through our global church.
The event website is now live at nazarene.org/ga. The website is complete with information about the theme, conventions, and auxiliary events like General Assembly Kids and Love Your Neighbor.
In addition, the 31st General Assembly and Conventions brand guide and promotional resources are available on the website.
To visit the 31st General Assembly and Conventions website, click here.
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Love Your Neighbor
Love Your Neighbor is the General Assembly and Conventions service opportunity where individuals and groups can actively serve local communities while we gather as a global family. Click here to learn more.
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General Assembly Kids
General Assembly Kids will provide dedicated, secure, and age-appropriate worship experiences for children ages 3 (potty-trained) through grade 6.
Pre-registration will be required.
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2026 annual report of the Board of General Superintendents
General Superintendent Scott Daniels delivered the annual Board of General Superintendents’ report during the 102nd session of the General Board, 27-30 September 2026, held in person in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. Read more
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Click one of the links below to worship with one of the churches on our district. May God give you peace and hope during this time. Have a joyous worship time.
NWIL Online Church Services
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~2026~
11/14 - Teen Quiz - Marseilles
11/17 - DAB Meeting
11/21 - NYI Council meeting
12/10 - POPS - Canton First
~2027~
01/09 - NYI Quiz w/ CCD
01/12 - NDI Council meeting (online)
01/29-01/30 - SuperStart - Bloomington
02/11 - POPS - Family
02/16 - DAB Meeting
02/20 - Kids Quiz - Wyoming
02/27 - Celebrate Life - Pekin First
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9:45 am
Arrive & Fellowship
10:00 am
POPS begins, Worship, Word, Prayer, District Information
09/17/26 - Galesburg First
12/10/26 - Canton First
02/11/27 - Family
05/20/27 - Marseilles
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NWIL District Advisory Board
MINISTERIAL
Rev. Lloyd Brock
Rev. Ronda Hollars
Rev. Mark McCall
Rev. Miguel Morante
Rev. Denny Owens
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LAITY
Ken Roat
Kevin Singletary
Stephen Taylor
Greg Wells
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ONU Board of Trustees
Rev. Lloyd Brock
Rev. Matt Jones
Rev. Irene Lewis-Wimbley
Ken Roat
Cheryl Sherwood
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Rev. Denny Owens
Board of Ministry Chair
coachdowens@gmail.com
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Rev. Matt Oost
Course of Study Secretary/Registrar
moost1976@gmail.com
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NWIL District
Church of the Nazarene
4224 N. Brandywine Dr.
Suite 300
Peoria, IL 61614
phone: 309-682-6945
Office hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
9:00 am-4:00 pm
*Monday & Friday by appointment only as we normally work remotely
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NWIL Office
Out of the office: November 23-27, 2026
Regular office hours will resume November 30, 2026
Monday-Thursday 9:00am-4:00pm
We are blessed to have you as our district family.
We wish you all a blessed Holiday Season.
| | If you need to contact someone on the district team during the holiday season, please email office@nwilnaz.org or call 309-682-6945. Messages will be checked daily. | | | | |
