Bishop’s Appeal: Education for the Central Conferences
This year, Northern Illinois United Methodists will be donating to one Bishop’s Appeal for two worthy recipients. The appeal for Education for the Central Conferences wi…
Location: Schaumburg: Our Saviour’s UMC
March 1, 8, 15, & 22
Schaumburg: Our Saviour’s UMC
March 1, 8, 15, & 22
2 to 5 p.m.
All class times must be attended to receive course credit.
Schaumburg: Our Saviour’s UMC
701 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg
Cost: $40, includes book and snacks on all days
Class Options: (one course per academy)
- Basic Course
Foundational to all Lay Servant Ministries courses, the Basic course encourages participants to discover their own journey and build strong spiritual practices; it is required before completing certification in Lay Servant Ministries.
Instructor: Roger Curless - Living Our United Methodist Beliefs (Heritage)
This course explores how we got where we are today beginning with John and Charles Wesley through the circuit riders; it continues the journey of social holiness taught by John Wesley.
Instructor: Peggy Hansen - Called to Preach
This course is a “how to” guide of the resources, preparation process and practice of preaching for those called upon to preach in a pastor’s absence or without formal training.
Instructor: Rev. Becky Nicol - Dancing with Words
This course will help participants learn what constitutes a good story, discover storytelling styles and practice creating stories in class.
Instructor: Marlene Stratton
QUESTIONS?
Mary Mecker (630) 709-3953