Mission and Ministry

Missions and Outreach

Your generous gifts ensure that even more people hear the Good News of God’s gift of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.

Voice of Hope Behind the Wall

Deaconess Lori Wilbert sees the light of God’s love in so many places, serving at Stateville Correctional Center.

Ethnic Ministry

Please join us in boldly supporting our vision as we carry out our mission in making Disciples of all nations.

¡Enviando!

¡Enviando! is a movement and a campaign to expand the number of Hispanic workers and mission sites in northern Illinois.

PALS

Post-Seminary Applied Learning and Support helps pastors and their wives transition from seminary to congregation.

COVID19 Response

Please support this response initiative for church workers in the LCMS Northern Illinois District through your gift of any amount

Hearts for Jesus

In Hearts for Jesus 2020-2021, schools are showing their love for Jesus by partnering with the Belize Mission Project.

Support Lutheran Education

We are as committed as ever to supporting and encouraging our Lutheran schools, their educators, and growth in leadership.

NID Life Task Force

Please support life issues programming through the NID Life Task Force.

Qualified Charitable Distributions

You may be able to support the missions of the LCMS Northern Illinois District through a direct transfer of a required minimum distribution  of up to $100,000. By donating the money, you can enjoy the satisfaction of knowing that you are contributing to the missions and ministry of the NID while effectively lowering your tax bill.

(An individual donor can contribute up to $100,000 per year in QCDs, as long as that individual is 70½ years old or older. For married couples, each spouse can make QCDs up to the $100,000 limit for a potential total of $200,000. Please consult with the appropriate tax or legal professional regarding your particular circumstances before making any investment decisions.)

Your Thrivent Choice Dollars Can Impact Missions

Eligible Thrivent Financial members, who have Choice Dollars available, have until March 31, 2020 to direct any remaining 2019 Choice Dollars to bless the LCMS Northern Illinois District. The love you show through your generous gifts is important in our work together: for our schools, churches, and urban and ethnic ministries. You make a difference!

Visit thrivent.com/making-a-difference/living-generously/thrivent-choice/ to see how your Choice Dollars can make an impact right here in the LCMS Northern Illinois District.