General Conference 2020 (2024) Updates
The UMC General Conference (postponed from 2020) came to order on the morning of April 23. Follow daily reports focusing on topics of interest to Northern Illinois Conference readers.
Location: Plainfield UMC, 15114 Illinois St., Plainfield, IL
5 Sundays
5 Sundays
February 18 & 25, March 3, 10 & 17
2 - 5 p.m.
All class times must be attended to receive course credit.
Plainfield UMC, 15114 Illinois St., Plainfield, IL
Cost: $40 Includes all needed materials
Class Options: (one course per academy)
- Basic Course: This course is foundational for all courses in Lay Servant Ministries. Participants are encouraged to discover personal spiritual gifts and to consider the importance of servant leadership.
Instructor: Roger Curless - Called to Preach: This class is designed for those who have not had any formal preaching training. It will help those who are occasionally called upon to share the Word.
Instructor: Rev. Becky Nicol - Leading Bible Study/Experiential Bible Study: This class will not only discuss the basics of biblical interpretation, but also engage the participants in an experiential bible study.
Instructor: Rev. Jeffry Bross - Ministry with the Forgotten: Dementia Through a Spiritual Lens: This class is designed to help laity and clergy deepen their understanding of persons living with dementia and help them maintain their identity as beloved children of God.
Instructor: Rev. Norval Brown
QUESTIONS? Mary Mecker (630) 709-3953, mary.mecker@gmail.com