In Sympathy: Nya Kwiawon Taryor
Rev. Nya Kwiawon Tarylor Sr., a retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
Location: Trinity UMC: 1024 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
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Saturday, March 21 and Saturday, March 28, 8am to 3pm
Chicago Northwestern District Spring Lay Academy
"Developing Leadership 4 Vital Congregations"
Course fees (includes books and lunch):
Adults registering online by March 19: $35
Adults registering at the door: $40
Youth (12 to 17 years old): $15
Children (under 12 years): $10
2019 Lay Servant Ministries Catalog
Course offerings (choose one):
Lay Servant Basic Course (Children, Youth, Adults (Spanish), and Adults (English)
Lay Servant Advanced Courses:
- Living Our United Methodists Beliefs
- Leading Worship
- Justice in Everyday Life
- Lay Servant as Christian Transformational Leaders
Questions about the lay academy course or scholarships? Contact Selena Roberts, Director (asroberts48@gmailc.om or 773-213-2853) or Chester Lacey, Dean (clacey@redskytech.com or 312-432-4304).