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Rockford District Clergy & Family Picnic

Location: Freeport: Faith UMC (1440 S. Walnut St., Freeport)

Sunday, September 2 @ 4:00 pm

Come for a time of fellowship and food, plus renew and create connections with area clergy. Also, greet and welcome the new clergy on our district this year: Jim Bell, Mark Gilmore, Mark Harkness, Violet Johnicker, Sun-Ah Kang, Sung-Eun Kim, Daniel Lee, Melissa Meyers, and Siegfried Schwirblat.


SHARE STORIES ~ GROW RELATIONSHIPS ~ CONNECT ~ EAT!


Burgers, dogs, and brats will be grilled. Buns, condiments, and drinks provided. Please bring a salad, side dish or dessert to share.
Corn hole tournament
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Annual District Trivia Contest
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Games for the kids

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