2021 Lay Retreat

District Lay Retreat began with an excellent group representing several churches across the District. First Lady Becky Zachow Armstrong spoke in the first two sessions-Seeking God and the Power of Praise. Great food and fellowship. Saturday evening around the fire pit...

Annual m&m Retreat 2021

Our annual m&m retreat took place this weekend in St. Charles, MO. It was a time of encouragement, laughter and spiritual challenge. We appreciated Dr. Gregg and Tammy Chenoweth being a part the first day. We had 44 pastors and their mates represented. Special...

Sparta Church of the Nazarene

Becky and I were privileged to join with Pastor Keith and Wanda Anderson and the good folks of Sparta Church of the Nazarene. Pastor Keith challenged us to stay anchored and stand firm in our faith. God is with us even in the hard times.

Rev. David Sorensen

The Illinois District is saddened to report the loss of our friend and colleague, Rev. David Sorensen. We rejoice in the hope and promise of eternal life and God’s presence here in our journey. Visitation with the family is scheduled Friday evening at Mattoon East...

Olney area

It was an evening of wonderful fellowship and excellent food with the pastors and spouses of the Olney area – Phil and Janet Welch Alvord, Robert and Linda Taylor, Dallas and Barbara Robinson, and Norlyn Crandall and Jane Crandall. Forgot to take pictures of the...