In Sympathy: Janice Conner
Mrs. Janice Conner, surviving spouse of the late Rev. Harry W. Conner Jr., passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026.
We’ve had a great kickoff to our Fresh Expressions ministry here in the NIC!
Michael Beck (the Director of Fresh Expressions for the UMC) continues to lead a monthly cohort for folks who are interested in starting small ministries in out-of-the-way places using outside-the-box strategies.
Even if you have just the seed of an idea, please join us.
To learn more about Fresh Expressions and its connections to the UMC, this page has several articles.
Questions? Contact Rev. Christian Coon, Director of Congregational Development.
Mrs. Janice Conner, surviving spouse of the late Rev. Harry W. Conner Jr., passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026.
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