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Category: Around the District

The LCMS Northern Illinois District is the men and women, boys and girls in 220+ Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod congregations, multi-sites and mission starts in the northern one-third of Illinois. Click here for a map showing our congregations, or email us to learn more.

 

May 2026 Ministry Theme: Lay Leadership Summit

Our May 2026 Ministry theme is the Lay Leadership Summit!

April 2026 Ministry Theme: Shine!

Shine! dates for this year are April 10-19, 2026!

Severe Weather Brings Response from Congregations to Community

The people of God serving in the community when the need arises!

The Unexpected Reminds Us of the Lord’s Protection

The unexpected delivery of a tiny baby reminds us all of the Lord’s protection.

Part-Time Wellness Officer Added To NID Staff

Brandy McCoid was recently named as Wellness Officer for the LCMS Northern Illinois District.

Parish Nurse News: A Collaboration for Care in Ethiopia

Learn about a Parish Nurse Network Collaboration to bring medical care to those in need in Southern Ethiopia.

Annual Gathering of Pastors’ Wives Presents Opportunity for Fellowship and Time in God’s Word

The Annual Katie Conference for pastors’ wives and widows was held on Saturday, October 4, 2025.

2nd Annual Lay Leadership Summit Equips District Church Leaders

The LCMS Northern Illinois District recently hosted the 2nd annual Lay Leadership Summit!

Ministry Partnerships Build Wellness

The annual Circuit Wellness Conference reminds us that in the body of Christ, we are not called to serve alone.

Ascension Service Brings Five Area Churches Together For Worship And Fellowship

Celebrate the joy of sister congregations in worship and fellowship together!

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