Christmas Institute Youth Vibe 2025

Location: Multiple Locations

Christmas Institute Midwest - Illinois/Wisconsin Areas
YOUTH VIBE 2025

Friday, July 25
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This one-day youth event will be held simultaneously at two locations:

Skokie Central United Methodist Church
8237 Kenton Avenue, Skokie, Illinois
Cumberland First United Methodist Church
1120 11th Avenue, Cumberland, Wisconsin

Theme: "Go Beyond" – Philippians 1:9-11

Let’s gather for a day of spiritual growth, worship, learning, and connection as we explore what it means to “Go Beyond” in faith and love.

Sponsored by the NIC Filipino American United Methodists

Questions or need more info?

Deaconess Gigi V. Mencias (Dean) – 708-769-2238
Deaconess Joy Hayag (Logistics) – 815-713-8455

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