DeKalb Leadership Training Event

Location: Dixon: First, 202 Peoria Avenue, Dixon, IL 61021

Saturday, January 25, 2020, 8:30 am to 2:30pm

DeKalb Leadership Training Event

A Day of Learning, Workshops, and Conversation Surrounding NIC's Three Strategic Goals

Cost: $15 (includes lunch: $20 at the door). Childcare provide for those who register online.

Workshops include "Discipling Your Church Through Youth Ministry," "Caring for our Rural Neighbors," and "Creating Partnerships for Dynamic Ministry."

Registration deadline: January 22 at noon.

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