Phil’s Friends

Do you know someone affected by cancer? If so, Phil’s Friends has opportunities for you to share the love of Jesus with them.
Synod Convention in Tampa, Florida

Members of of the Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod met for the 67th Regular Convention this past July in Tampa, Florida. The convention attended to tasks and business to further the life and operations of Synod congregations.
Welcome, Michelle La Velle

Michelle La Velle joins the LCMS Northern Illinois District office as Administrative Assistant to the President.
Youth In Action: Random Acts of Kindness

Immanuel, Batavia’s youth are ‘on mission’ in their community.
More than Just Baseball or Softball Skills

Rev. Warren Schilf wanted to create a camp where children could enjoy baseball and softball as they learn basic skills in a fun, creative and Christian environment
What Is Joy:Fully Lutheran?

We take time to pause and reflect upon what it is to be Joy:fully Lutheran. In this space, Pastor Angel Morales will share what it means to him to be Joy:fully Lutheran.
Rev. Dr. Thomas Johnson to Serve Ethnic Ministries Development in the Northern Illinois District

“To me it means the privilege of our participating in what Jesus is already doing to usher in his Kingdom.” Rev. Dr. Thomas Johnson
Immanuel, Palatine Celebrates 150th Anniversary

On March 3, 2019, Immanuel, Palatine celebrated their 150th anniversary. They have been caring for the spiritual needs of the Palatine community since 1869.
Technology – Connecting the Generations

Technology is developing relationships between two generations at at Hope Lutheran Church in Shorewood.
Biblical Greek is Not Just for Pastors

Over 50 people from a dozen NID congregations gathered at Faith, Oak Lawn to learn a bit of biblical Greek.