ACST Meeting

Location: Epworth UMC in Elgin, 37W040 Highland Avenue, Elgin, IL 60124

January 11, 2020
Time: 9am - 3pm

The day will include updates from the strategic teams as they move forward in their work and conversation concerning our duties and priorities as a Shepherding Team.

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