Ecumenical Horizon Fund
The purpose of the Ecumenical Horizon fund shall be to support the ecumenical calling of 2 Corinthians 5:18 - "All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and has given us the ministry of reconciliation." The fund enables the Illinois Conference of Churches to cultivate and support ecumenical initiatives for Christian unity and mission acording to ICC endowment policy guidelines.
- Cultivate unity of faith in Christ by ecumenical prayer, learning, and diaglogue.
- Nurture ecumenical community to develop mutual trust and understanding with appreciation for diverse Christian witness.
- Foster unity in mission in bearing witness to the gospel of reconciliation in Christ.
- Seek justice for all people who dwell in God's household of life.
Your gift to the Ecumenical Horizon Fund helps us express our common faith in God "so that we, who were the first to set our hope on Christ, might live for the praise of his glory." (Ephesians 1:12).
Your gift will make a difference as we continue to seek new and innovative ways to make visible our common faith.
The Illinois Conference of Churches Ecumenical Horizon Fund provides you with an opportunity to participate in a mission of the one Church of Jesus Christ.
How Can I Help?
You can make a tax-deductible charitable gift directly to the Illinois Conference of Churches or to our Ecumenical Horizon Fund. You can make a difference in supporting the ecumenical mission of the Illinois Conference of Churches.
Convenient Ways to Give
- Consult with a financial advisor for questions about estate planning and the tax benefits of charitable giving.
- Make a one-time memorial gift of cash, stock, or real estate.
- Pledge a multiple year gift.
- Designate the Illinois Conference of Churches as a beneficiary in your will.
- Designate the Illinois Conference of Churches as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy, pension, or IRA.
- Establish a Life Income Gift Plan to benefit the Illinois Conference of Churches.
- Talk with an Illinois Conference of Churches Leadership Team Member.
The Illinois Conference of Churches is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.