2026 CRE
March 7, 2026 at Sauk Valley Community College in Dixon, IL

Save the date and join us for the 2026 Congregational Resourcing Event on March 7, 2026 at Sauk Valley Community College. 

Come gather together with lay and rostered members from across our synod as we share ideas and inspiration for all the great ways we can go deeper in faith in our congregations and in our communities. From display tables to worship, to a keynote speaker and workshops, each piece of the day will inspire and encourage participants in faith and ministry!

Cost is $40 per person and includes lunch and coffee. Registration is now open!

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Welcome to the Northern Illinois Synod
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

The Northern Illinois Synod (NIS) is one of 65 synods of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). Bishop Stacie Fidlar welcomes you. We hope these pages provide you the information you seek. Thank you for visiting. All are welcome in the congregations of the Northern Illinois Synod.

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