GC2020 Conversation

Location: Rockford: Christ, 4509 Highcrest Rd., Rockford, IL

Sunday, February 16, 3 - 5pm

GC2020 CONVERSATION

A time to gather and learn about what will be covered at General Conference 2020 in Minneapolis May 5-15.

For your reference, please click here to review the NIC Exploration Team document detailing the Identity and Covenant statements. To read the Protocol of Reconciliation and Grace Through Separation legislation and FAQ, click here.

Co-hosted by the NIC Exploration Team and NIC Delegation with DCM/Cabinet.

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