2026 Will Be a Year of Hope
Bishop Schwerin looks ahead to 2026 by turning to scripture; specifically, Psalm 130:5: “I wait for the Lord; my soul waits, and in his word, I hope.” He ponders, What kind of spiritual focus is nee…
A brief worship will kick us off at 4:00
$25 maximum per family
covers a meal, snacks and location rental
A sandwich lunch from Jimmy John's will be provided
gluten free and vegetarian options will be available
151 N Island Ave, Batavia, IL 60510
Who: All Prairie Central clergy, church lay leaders & their families
Come and join the district's clergy and elected lay leaders and meet their families. There is no agenda other than a brief time of worship, fun and fellowship for all. Let's celebrate the love of God, the love of each other and our love of being connected through the United Methodist Church.
Bring a chair to sit on, a water bottle (to save the environment) for lemonade, tea and water, and possibly a lawn game to play
If you or your church would like to provide music, we will have a stage for open microphone opportunities. Contact DS Jeffry if you or other musicians are interested in playing.
Questions? Please contact DS Jeffry Bross jbross@umcnic.org
Bishop Schwerin looks ahead to 2026 by turning to scripture; specifically, Psalm 130:5: “I wait for the Lord; my soul waits, and in his word, I hope.” He ponders, What kind of spiritual focus is nee…
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