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Order of Elders Gathering 2025

Location: Barrington UMC, 98 Algonquin Rd.

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March 25
9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Barrington UMC, 98 Algonquin Rd.

Cost: $15, includes lunch

Online registration

Event includes fellowship, fail-a-bration contest, word cafe and fun activities.


Program Overview:
  • 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. - Fellowship (Snacks and beverages provided)
  • 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Opening & Fail-a-bration Contest
  • 12 to 1 p.m. - Lunch
  • 1  to 3 p.m. - Word Café
  • 3 p.m. - Optional Small Group Fun after Adjournment
This gathering offers a meaningful space for fellowship, wisdom-sharing, and mutual encouragement as we journey together in ministry.

Questions? Contact Rev. Paul Lee

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