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Author: Ann Ciaccio

School Enrollment on the Rise

School Enrollment on the Rise

“The teachers have done a wonderful job of sharing Jesus along with our regular academics.  We’ve had quite a few baptisms as a result and some families have actually joined the church after becoming connected with our schools.”

Ann Ciaccio March 15, 2021 Lutheran Schools Read more

Rev. Carlos Catalan Installed at Faith Lutheran

Rev. Carlos Catalan Installed at Faith Lutheran

Pastor Catalan will work with Pastor Frusti in supporting Hispanic ministry for their community.

Ann Ciaccio March 15, 2021March 15, 2021 Church Worker Updates Read more

Bringing the mercy of Jesus’ to the hurt and fallen world in Chicago

Bringing the mercy of Jesus’ to the hurt and fallen world in Chicago

LINC Chicago was started in 2020 and is already passionately carrying out the NID’s mission statement of encouraging personal witnessing and missions.

Ann Ciaccio February 16, 2021February 16, 2021 Recognized Ministries Read more

Northern Illinois District Offers Content in Podcast Format

Northern Illinois District Offers Content in Podcast Format

For over a year now, the Northern Illinois District has hosted a podcast bringing devotions to listeners on a weekly basis. The NID is pleased to offer more content in podcast format in the coming months.

Ann Ciaccio February 14, 2021March 31, 2021 Around the District Read more

District Launches Church Worker Care Team

District Launches Church Worker Care Team

“We envisioned church professionals being able to come alongside [church workers] and provide, for a time, care, support, and listening,” says Rev. Kris Whitby, part of the NID Wellness Committee.

Ann Ciaccio February 14, 2021February 15, 2021 Church Worker Updates Read more

District Grants Support After-school Programs, ESL Classes

District Grants Support After-school Programs, ESL Classes

At Walcamp in Kingston, Illinois, Northern Illinois District grant funds have been put to use to purchase large tents to create outdoor “classrooms” for the camp’s E3 program.

Ann Ciaccio February 14, 2021February 15, 2021 Advancing His Kingdom Read more

Rev. Phillip Fischaber Ordained and Installed, Holy Trinity, Walnut

Rev. Phillip Fischaber Ordained and Installed, Holy Trinity, Walnut

Pastor Phillip Fischaber was ordained and installed at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Walnut, IL on January 3, 2021 by President Buss.

Ann Ciaccio February 4, 2021 Church Worker Updates Read more

Providing families with baby-care essentials through fellowship and the Word of Christ

Providing families with baby-care essentials through fellowship and the Word of Christ

Breakfast with Baby provides a community where families can come together to share the love of Jesus through devotions, prayer and children’s crafts.

Ann Ciaccio January 28, 2021January 29, 2021 Advancing His Kingdom Read more

Called to Glory – Dr. Carl Schalk

Called to Glory – Dr. Carl Schalk

Carl Flentge Schalk, age 91, of Melrose Park, died January 24, 2021.

Ann Ciaccio January 27, 2021January 27, 2021 Church Worker Updates Read more

6 Tour Stops in 4 States

6 Tour Stops in 4 States

Pro-life advocates process through the streets of downtown Chicago for the January 23, 2021 caravan.

Ann Ciaccio January 27, 2021January 27, 2021 Recognized Ministries Read more
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