Help for International Garrett Students
As we continue to look for ways to support international students, the Immigration Team of the NIC Conference Commission on Religion and Race has been presented with an urgent need.
The service will be followed by a receiving line and refreshments.
DS Fabiola requests no gifts, but cards of appreciation would be welcome. Attendants (and those unable to attend) are encouraged to consider a donation toward the Bishop’s Appeal. There will be a basket to accept gifts (checks made out to NIC, with Bishop’s Appeal in the memo line) at the event. People may also give at Annual Conference or online.
View a slideshow of photos of Rev. Fabiola Grandon Mayer with people from across the district.
As we continue to look for ways to support international students, the Immigration Team of the NIC Conference Commission on Religion and Race has been presented with an urgent need.
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