Ministry with the Houseless: Hospitality & Liability

Location: Online

Thurs., Jan. 9
7 p.m.

Online via Zoom

Free event; no registration needed

Some churches wrestle with the dilemma of wanting to show hospitality to houseless neighbors while addressing liability concerns. Two attorneys will talk about what to consider when making these decisions.

Marshall Schmitt, partner, and Kellye Story, senior counsel, at Micheal Best and Friedrich LLP, will lead.

Questions? Contact Elaine Moy, NIC treasurer and director of administrative services.

This webinar is presented by the Northern Illinois Conference Administration and Finance office and is made possible by churches that faithfully contribute to apportioned funds.

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