Rev. Jacob Shepard Installed as Pastor at Zion, Chebanse
We welcome Rev. Shepard and his wife, Marizza, to his new call in the LCMS Northern Illinois District!
July Ministry Theme: Meet the Staff – Rev. Kris Whitby
Meet Rev. Kris Whitby, Assistant to the President, Mission and Ministry!
July Ministry Theme: Meet the Staff – Lois Stewart
Meet Lois Stewart, Mission Facilitator for Schools for the LCMS Northern Illinois District!
July Ministry Theme: Meet the Staff – Sue Green
Meet Sue Green, District Services Coordinator for the LCMS Northern Illinois District!
July Ministry Theme: Meet the Staff – Michelle La Velle
Meet Michelle La Velle, District President Administrative Assistant (DPAA) for the LCMS Northern Illinois District!
Called to Glory – Rev. John A. Shumate
Rev. John A. Shumate passed away June 14, 2026.
Saint John, Sycamore Celebrates 150th Anniversary
We celebrate with Saint John Lutheran Church in Sycamore on the occasion of their 150th anniversary!
Rev. Josiah Sandcork Installed as Pastor at St. Matthew, Lemont
We welcome Rev. Sandcork and his wife, Amanda, to his new call in the LCMS Northern Illinois District!
June 2026 Ministry Theme: Answering the Call – “Whom Shall I Send?”
We rejoice at the news of three new pastoral candidates coming to the LCMS Northern Illinois District!
Rev. James May Installed as Associate Pastor at St. Paul, Brookfield
We welcome Rev. James May and his family to his new call in the LCMS Northern Illinois District!