Black History Month 2023
February is Black History Month. There are many resources available throughout the United Methodist denomination for you to use.
Location: Faith UMC in Freeport, 1440 S Walnut, Freeport, IL
Registration deadline is Thurs., Jan. 26.
Schedule:
- 8:30 Registration
- 9:00 Opening Prayer and Holy Communion
Video Message: Bishop Dan Schwerin
Holy Communion: DS Fabiola Grandon-Mayer/ Deacon Sharon Rice - 9:45 Break
- 10:00 Workshop 1
- 10:45 Break
- 11:00 Workshop 2
- 11:45 Wrap-Up and Closing Prayer
Classes:
Pick 2 Classes (All classes are offered in both sessions)
- Developing Vital Congregations in Your Context – Rev. Martin Lee
- Call to Ministry – Rev. Jim Bell
- Lay Leadership & Staff Parish Relations – Rev. Fabiola Grandon-Mayer
- Best Financial Practices in Your Local Church – Sue Wenger
- Senior Ministry in Rural Communities – Rev. Libby Rutherford
- The Church Involved in the Community – Rev. Violet Johnicker
- Engaging in Missions – Kris Aves and Pastor Leslie Stanford
- Antiracism Youth Curriculum – Pastor Roger Bronkema
More Information:
Rev. Matthew Mariani revmariani@gmail.com 314.604.2249