Tag: John Bell
Additionally, nearly 200 Illinois clergy signed an open letter to state legislature...
Aurora Methodist pastor speaks against money bonds
AURORA, Ill., Nov. 16, 2020 — Rev. John Bell, pastor of Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora, Ill., was among faith leaders speaking against money bonds at a Nov. 10Read More
The 90-minute service was held outdoors at St. John AME Church
Aurora prays for justice, reconciliation and healing
AURORA, Ill., June 15, 2020 — More than 200 people attended “A Call to Prayer for Social Justice, Reconciliation and Healing” in Aurora Sunday. The 90-minute service was held outdoorsRead More
Cultural items exhibited in tabletop displays by church members...
Displaying diversity: Aurora Methodists showcase congregants’ cultures.
AURORA, Ill., Sept. 23, 2019 — Showcasing ethnic food and cultural artifacts from 10 countries, congregants at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora celebrated Heritage Sunday Sept. 22. Lekha CristanujayaRead More
(Rev. Bill Obalil) succeeds Rev. John Bell who has begun a four-month renewal leave scheduled to end Aug. 12.
Aurora’s Wesley United Methodist Church names interim pastor
by Al BensonAURORA, Ill., April 28, 2019—Rev. Bill Obalil of Arlington Heights has assumed duties as interim pastor at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora. Obalil debuted in the WesleyRead More