Wednesday, March 02, 2022


The Reflector - March 2022

Tuesday, March 01, 2022

The Village ILWIDIot

By Walt Wiltschek

The Church of the Brethren Statement on War was first adopted in 1948 and revised several times—most recently in 1970. It says, in part: “The Church of the Brethren has always believed that peace is the will of God. In … its history it has come to understand more clearly the tremendous evil which war brings upon human beings and their society.” 

The early Brethren had seen first-hand the scourge of war as it swept back and forth across Europe, and then later again in America. They saw its very human consequences and its stark contrast to Jesus’ call to love our enemies and seek peace. Later generations, as noted in the 1970 statement, had seen “two devastating world wars, the conflict in Korea, the Vietnam War, and the many international crises of recent decades.” Another half-century has lengthened that list. 

As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has filled the headlines in recent days, we are seeing all too clearly once again the evil specter of war. Scenes of destruction, reports of violence and death, and accounts of fleeing refugees remind us why the denomination earlier declared that “all war is sin.” 

It’s an all-too-familiar cycle, fueled by greed, anger, revenge, the quest for power, and other human shortcomings. As the philosopher Plato once observed, “Only the dead have seen the end of war.” 

And so, in times like these, we grieve. We grieve for the people of Ukraine whose lives have been disrupted or destroyed. We grieve for people in Russia who are experiencing the cost of ill-fated decisions made behind government walls. We grieve for people around the world who bear the effects of war, often outside the headlines. We grieve for all the inequities and imbalances that times like these expose. We perhaps grieve that in the course of humanity and the history of the church we have not made more progress toward peace.

Amid our grief, we also pray—for healing, for hope, for light, for strength, for miracles. We recommit ourselves to the work of peace, no matter how difficult or slow the work might seem. We name evil where we see it, and endeavor to overcome evil with good. We provide relief and help where we can, tending wounds even as we try to eliminate the disease. 

It is a challenging call. It’s also a holy one. Words that Brethren Press publisher Wendy McFadden offered in a benediction at the 2017 National Older Adult Conference might speak to us again: “Go now into the scared places of this weary world, but don’t go by yourself. Go with the whole community of God … making all places sacred.”

District executive schedule: In addition to regular meetings, Walt will be preaching for York Center on March 13 and for Luray Church of the Brethren (virtually) on April 6; attending Council of District Executive meetings in Elgin April 4-6 and the district clergy retreat in Rockford April 25-26; and going to the Parish Collective “Inhabit” church planting & revitalization conference in Seattle April 28-29. Walt is available for guest preaching and other events; to schedule, please contact IWDDE@outlook.com.

UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS

Potluck Experience Team: Wed., March 16, 7 p.m.
New Ministry Ventures Team: Sat., March 19, 9 a.m.
Church Revitalization & Development Team (CRDT): Sat., March 26, 9 a.m.
Donuts & Discussion with the DE: Fri., April 1, 10 a.m.
Ministry Leadership Development Team: Sat., April 2, 9 a.m.
Council of District Executive meetings, Elgin: April 4-6
Program & Arrangements Committee: Mon., April 11, 7 p.m.
District Leadership Team: Sat., April 23, 9 a.m.
Clergy Retreat, Bishop Lane Center in Rockford, April 25-26
Gifts Discernment and Calling Committee: Wed., April 27, 6:30 p.m.
First Springfield centennial celebration, April 30-May 1
“Stepping Out of the Pandemic” Potluck Experience Team event: Wed., May 18, 7 p.m.

[all meetings via Zoom unless otherwise noted]

IN OUR PRAYERS

A district prayer calendar has been created for your use in praying for our district and related programs through the years. We invite you to include the following in your prayers in coming weeks:

Week of March 14: Pray for the Yellow Creek congregation this week, and for their ministry in and around Pearl City.

Week of March 21: In this first week of spring, pray for the district’s Church Revitalization and Development Team, as they work to nurture new life in the district. Pray also for the Ministry Leadership and Discernment Team; the Program & Arrangements Committee; the Gifts, Discernment, and Call Committee; the District “Potluck” Team; and all the other groups who carry out the work of our district.

Week of March 28: Pray for the Canton congregation this week, and for their ministry in and around Fulton County. Pray also for Andrea Garnett, who staffs the district office within this congregation’s walls.

Week of April 4: Pray for the Dixon congregation this week, and for their ministry in and around Lee County. 

Do you have congregational news: celebrations, milestones, “Jesus in the Neighborhood” stories or other things to share with our district family? Please send those to the district office: andreag.iwdcob@gmail.com.

CONGREGATIONAL NEWS

First Springfield Church of the Brethren will celebrate its centennial April 30-May 1. A special weekend is planned, including a concert by Jonathan Shively and Wild Columbine Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m. and Annual Conference moderator Dave Sollenberger preaching Sunday morning for worship at 10:30 a.m., followed by a carry-in dinner. 

Milledgeville (Dutchtown) Church of the Brethren is planning an open house and celebration on Sunday, April 24, to honor the retirement of long-time pastor Rick Koch.

CONGRATULATIONS

On March 6, Canton Church of the Brethren honored long-time pianist and organist Jackie Davis for her lengthy service to the congregation. She was presented with a recognition plate that will be attached to the congregation's organ. It reads: "Honoring Jackie Davis, Pianist/Organist in the Canton Church of the Brethren for over 60 years. March 6, 2022." Colin Davis and John Davis honored Jackie by singing an original song. Pastor Kevin Kessler added: "Thank you, Jackie, for selflessly sharing your musical gifts and talents throughout the years." An article about Jackie written by member Carol Davis also appeared in the Canton Daily Ledger.

E-MAIL SCAMS

Recently, someone using a fake email address tried to send a scam posing as an official district communication. It's part of an ongoing scam that has targeted church and non-profit organizations. In the past year alone, similar ones have gone out pretending to be the district moderator, various denominational staff, and other church leaders. It's usually done by intercepting a group email from one of the recipients and/or harvesting information from the website to create a forgery. Some tips for spotting a fake:

  • Look at the email address it's coming from. Is it the actual one typically used by the person in question?
  • Is it asking for an unusual favor or wanting you to send cash or some personal information?
  • Does it contain misspellings (such as "Church of the Brethen"!), incorrect grammar, or other odd phrasing?
  • Does it otherwise seem suspicious or out of character? A good general rule of thumb: If it seems suspicious, it probably is.

If you get an email like this from anyone, do not respond. The best thing to do is report it as a phishing scam to your email provider (there's usually a simple button to do that) and then to delete it. Be smart, and be safe!

CALLING THE CALLED

The district’s Calling the Called event took place on Feb. 26, offering an opportunity to learn about discernment and calling and paths to ministry in the Church of the Brethren. Many of the calling story videos shared as part of the event are now posted on the district’s YouTube channel, which can be accessed via the district website, iwdcob.org. A recording of the event is also available; to receive the link, please contact the district office. Credentialed clergy who view the full recording and send a report of that viewing can receive .3 CEU credits.

CLERGY RETREAT

A retreat for licensed and ordained ministers in the district will be offered April 25-26 at Bishop Lane Retreat Center near Rockford. Recent Annual Conference moderator Paul Mundey will serve as the speaker/leader for the event, which is being planned by the district’s Ministry Leadership and Discernment Team. 

Paul will share at three sessions on the theme “Kingdom-Building: An Evangelism Workshop.” At least .6 CEU’s will be available for those attending. The time will also include worship, fellowship, meals, and opportunities for rest and renewal. 

Cost for the event is $125; anyone needing scholarship assistance should contact the district office. Private rooms with bathrooms will be included for all participants, and COVID protocols will be observed. Licensed and ordained ministers can register at https://forms.gle/7rxHQZ93AiybZMDo8 by April 11. Directions to the retreat center can be found at www.bishoplane.org.

 

STEPPING OUT OF THE PANDEMIC

The district’s Potluck Experience Team is planning a special event for May 18 at 7 p.m.: an online forum titled “Stepping Out of the Pandemic … and How???” Panelists Josh Brockway, LaDonna Sanders Nkosi, Katie Shaw-Thompson, and Carol Davis will share about their church experience during the pandemic and look at how we move forward in this new “normal.” District executive Walt Wiltschek will serve as moderator for the panel. The event will be free and held on Zoom. A registration link and additional details will be shared in the coming weeks.



DISTRICT CONFERENCE

The district’s Program & Arrangements Committee is hard at work on plans for the 2022 district conference. We anticipate it being an in-person event, with some hybrid options available for non-delegates. Harold Rose (Canton) serves as moderator this year, with Phyllis Batterton (Woodland) as moderator-elect. More details will follow in the coming months (and a new “District Conference” tab has been added to the district website), but for now mark your calendars for Nov. 4-5 at Peoria Church of the Brethren!

EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

Children as Peacemakers 

On Earth Peace will offer the seminar “Children as Peacemakers: Equipping Resilient Leaders—Women’s Justice” at 11 a.m. Central on Saturday, March 19. On Earth Peace intern Hannah Bentley and Children’s Peace Formation organizer Hadil Alhayek will lead the session. Details and registration can be found at Children as Peacemakers: Equipping Resilient Leaders | Women's Justice - On Earth Peace

‘Ventures’ courses 

The next offering from the Ventures in Christian Discipleship program will be “From Tragedy to Community” to be held online Thursday, March 31 at 8 p.m. Central. The course will be presented by Andrew Sampson, pastor at the Modesto (Calif.) Church of the Brethren. 

Continuing education credit is available for $10 per course. During the registration process, you will have the opportunity to pay for CEUs and give an optional donation to the Ventures program. To learn more about Ventures in Christian Discipleship and to register for courses, visit www.mcpherson.edu/ventures.

Heaven, Hell, and the Afterlife 

The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership is offering Heaven, Hell, and the Afterlife, April 27 – June 21, 2022. TRIM participants will receive one credit in Bible/Theology. The instructor for this online course will be Craig Gandy. EFSM students may create a Learning Unit for the course. It can also be taken for general continuing education or personal enrichment. The deadline to register for this course is March 23. 

Participants will explore biblical and theological understandings of Heaven, Hell, and God’s judgment, examining topics including: Sheol and Gehenna, the destiny of the unevangelized, the parousia and day of the Lord, the restoration of creation, the resurrection of the body, and the New Heaven and New Earth. Special attention will be given to the Brethren debate over Universal Restoration. Online courses "meet" for 8 weeks in Moodle, a virtual classroom. Register and pay online at https://bethanyseminary.edu/brethren-academy/brethren-academy-course-listings/brethren-academy-course-registration-annual-trim-payment/ There is a 3% service charge when registering online. 

Questions may be directed to Academy Director, Janet Ober Lambert at oberlja@bethanyseminary.edu or 765-983-1820. 

NCP Learning Tours 

New Community Project is offering Learning Tours to Rwanda and Malawi in early May; the Ecuadorian Amazon in late May; Lybrook, N.M., in mid-summer; Denali/Kenai Fjords, Alaska, in early August; and Arctic Village in mid-August. January 2023 will offer either Myanmar or Nepal. These trips are open to all ages and explore the beauty of and challenges facing God’s creation and God’s children. Learn more at www.newcommunityproject.info/learning-tours.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Bethany Theological Seminary invites applications for the position of Executive Director of Institutional Advancement. The Seminary seeks an experienced and dynamic advancement leader with an exceptional track record of success. The ideal candidate for the Executive Director of Institutional Advancement position will be an experienced, engaging and inspiring advancement professional who is deeply committed to Bethany’s mission, vision, and guiding values. For more information about this position and to read the full position description, please go to the following link: Executive Director of Institutional Advancement.

Brethren Press is seeking candidates for a part-time, hourly position of customer service and warehouse specialist at the Church of the Brethren General Offices in Elgin, Ill. Responsibilities include shipping orders, receiving and maintaining inventory, and entering customer orders. Applications are being received and will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Send a resume’ to COBApply@brethren.org; Office of Human Resources, Church of the Brethren, 1451 Dundee Ave., Elgin, IL 60120; 800-323-8039 ext. 367.

The Church of the Brethren has an opening for a one-year Brethren Historical Library and Archives Internship position beginning in July. It includes housing, insurance, and a stipend. Graduate student preferred or undergraduate with at least two years of college and interest in history and/or library and archival work. Interested applicants should send their resume to COBApply@brethren.org by April 1.

PERSONNEL NOTES

Dan McFadden has been hired by the Church of the Brethren as interim director of Brethren Volunteer Service (BVS) on a part-time basis, beginning Feb. 21. His appointment follows the resignation of Emily Tyler as BVS director, effective Feb. 18. Tyler had held the role since 2019. McFadden served as the director of BVS for more than 20 years, from Dec. 1, 1995, to Nov. 2, 2018. A member of the Highland Avenue congregation, he will continue his part‐time work as a therapist with Phoenix Family Center in Elgin, while serving in this interim role working from the denomination’s General Offices. For more about Brethren Volunteer Service, go to www.brethren.org/bvs.

YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS

Register for National Youth Conference! 

Registration is now open for the Church of the Brethren National Youth Conference (NYC), coming up July 23- 28, 2022, at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado. This powerful event, held every four years, will have the theme "Foundational," drawn from Colossians 2:5-7, for the 2022 edition. It’s a week of fellowship, worship, workshops, recreation, and more. Registration for the conference is $550. A $50 late fee applies after April 1.

Youth in grades 9-12 and one year out of high school this school year (2021-2022) are eligible to attend, along with advisors. More details on the conference, including a list of speakers and special events, can be found at https://www.brethren.org/nyc/. Please spread the word to any youth and advisors in your congregation and other ministries who might want to attend.

Illinois/Wisconsin District is organizing a bus trip to the event for our attendees. Estimated cost for the transportation portion is $300; some scholarship help may be available. Please contact district executive Walt Wiltschek (IWDDE@outlook.com) as soon as possible with estimated numbers of attendees from your congregation. Stay tuned for more information, and be in prayer for this major event in our denominational life.

NYC Youth Speech Contest 

Do you know a youth who is attending NYC and would be interested in speaking? Encourage them to submit an entry for the Youth Speech Contest! The theme is “Bring Your Own Jesus Story.” Youth are encouraged to consider how Jesus’ teachings are foundational to their life, and then to choose a story about Jesus from the Bible and preach on it. Participants should send a written entry of 500-700 words and a video entry of about 10 minutes length to the NYC Office by email to cobyouth@brethren.org. The deadline is March 15.

National Young Adult Conference 2022 

After so much pandemic living and the isolation it’s caused, the centrality of community compelled the Young Adult Steering Committee to choose Romans 12:5 as the theme for National Young Adult Conference (NYAC) 2022: “So we, who are many, are one body in Christ, and individually we are members one of another.”

NYAC 2022 will take place May 27-30 at the Montreat (N.C.) Retreat Center. Registration is now open. To learn more, visit www.brethren.org/yac.

FaithX registration is open 

Registration for FaithX (formerly workcamps) events in the summer of 2022 is open at www.brethren.org/faithx.

“Boundless Faith” is the theme for the 2022 FaithX events, with the theme scripture: “For we walk by faith, not by sight” (2 Cor. 5:7).

2022 DISTRICT CAMP DATES

Camp Emmaus (Mount Morris, Ill.): 

May 27-30: Memorial Day Weekend Family Camp
July 3-9: Senior High Camp (finished grades 9-12)
July 10-14: Intermediate Camp (finished grades 3-5)
July 15: Counselor Training (CIT, works with Elementary 1)
July 16-17: Elementary 1 Camp (finished grades 1-2)
July 21-23: Women’s Camp
July 29-31: Young at Heart Camp (ages 18 and up)
July 31-Aug. 6: Middle School Camp (finished grades 6-8)
Aug. 11-13: Men’s Camp
Sept. 2-5: Labor Day Weekend Family Camp

Visit www.campemmaus.org to register or for more information. 

Camp Emmanuel (Astoria, Ill.) 

April 23-28: Spring Work Week
June 3-5: Women’s Camp
June 5-11: High School Camp
June 12-18: Middle School Camp
June 19-22: Junior Camp
June 24-26: Pre-Junior Camp
July 18-22: Day Camp
Aug. 5-7: Men’s Camp
Sept. 2-5: Family Camp

Visit www.campem.com to register or for more information.

ANNUAL CONFERENCE

The Church of the Brethren Annual Conference will take place July 10-14 in Omaha, Neb. Registration for delegates and non-delegates opened on March 1. This will be the first in-person conference since 2019, and COVID protocols will be in place. Please see the attached letter or go to www.brethren.org/ac for more information about the conference. A virtual option for non-delegates will provide access to business sessions, a Ted & Co. theatre performance, two concerts, and selected equipping sessions for a fee. 

The Association for the Arts in the Church of the Brethren is requesting quilt squares from Church of the Brethren congregations in order to construct quilts and wall hangings at the 2022 Annual Conference. Each year, these items are auctioned to raise money for hunger projects. Each church is encouraged to create an 8 1/2 inch square quilt block and send it in by May 15, along with a $1 or more donation to offset the costs of quilting materials. Quilt tops will be assembled before the Conference. Blocks must be made from pre-shrunk cotton or cotton blend, and if used, only water-soluble, very soft, or easily removed backing. Double knit fabrics, counted cross-stitch on canvas, liquid embroidery, padded blocks, or heat-applied designs or photos and glue should not be used. Use your own creativity to make your pattern design. Blocks should be cut to size after being pieced, embroidered, or appliquéd, and include the congregation’s name, state, and district. This information makes the quilts more valuable. Mail to AACB, c/o Margaret Weybright, 1801 Greencroft Blvd. Apt. #125, Goshen, IN 46526.




ANNUAL CONFERENCE DELEGATE BRIEFING

A briefing for Illinois & Wisconsin District delegates to the 2022 Church of the Brethren Annual Conference (and others who have interest) will take place Saturday, April 30, 10-11:30 a.m., at the First Springfield Church of the Brethren. The time will include some words from moderator Dave Sollenberger, a video from the Annual Conference office and overview of Conference business, and time for questions and answers. Directions to the Springfield church can be found at www.1stcob.net/directions.html. Those attending can also choose to go out for lunch afterwards and stay for Springfield's special centennial weekend concert at 2 p.m. A Zoom option for the delegate briefing is also being planned for those who prefer to join virtually.

DISTRICT WEBSITE

When is the last time you visited the IL/WI District Website? There you’ll find helpful information about your district including but not limited to:

Don’t delay! Check it out! See what you can learn about your district!

NEWSLINE

Brethren Disaster Ministries is monitoring the needs of response partners and mapping out the Church of the Brethren response to the war in Ukraine. European churches and relief agencies already are addressing immediate needs of refugees traveling to surrounding countries. Churches in Poland and Hungary are receiving, feeding, and housing refugees from Ukraine. The Church of the Brethren response will support partners such as Church World Service (CWS), the ACT Alliance, European Baptist Churches, or Mennonite groups. The response will focus on people and locations that are underserved and have the greatest need for aid.

Prayers were also requested for a congregation with Church of the Brethren connections in Chernigov, in north-central Ukraine. And Church of the Brethren general secretary Dave Steele issued a denominational call to prayer for Ukraine.

To support the Ukraine Crisis Response, make an online donation at www.brethren.org/give-ukraine-crisis or mail a check to the Emergency Disaster Fund, Church of the Brethren, 1451 Dundee Ave., Elgin, IL 60120 and earmark for “Ukraine Crisis.”

The Annual Conference office has announced the ballot to be presented at this summer’s Conference on July 10-14 in Omaha, Neb. Topping the ballot are two candidates for Annual Conference moderator-elect—Marla Bieber Abe and Madalyn Metzger—and two candidates for Annual Conference secretary—Connie R. Burkholder and David K. Shumate. A variety of other committee and board positions are also on the ballot. Complete biographical information is available at www.brethren.org/ac2022/business/ballot

Among spring offerings from Brethren Press is the new special edition of A Guide for Biblical Studies in honor of the 150th anniversary of the Committee on the Uniform Series. In addition, the Church of the Brethren publishing house is offering special discount prices on children’s Bible storybooks, through March, and free downloadable children’s resources to accompany the illustrated storybook Maria’s Kit of Comfort. Also now available is the most recent Covenant Bible Study titled The Circle of Paul. Visit www.brethrenpress.com

The Church of the Brethren’s Discipleship Ministries and the Part-time Pastor, Full-time Church program are offering two Lent Conversation Groups.

Joshua Brockway, director of spiritual formation, will host a gathering based on A Women’s Lectionary for the Whole Church, Year W, by Wilda C. Gafney. This gathering will focus on listening to the scriptures and one another. It will be held on Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. (Eastern time) / 4 p.m. (Pacific time).

Another group will be hosted by John Fillmore, a circuit rider for Part-time Pastor, Full-time Church, and will meet on Fridays at 7 p.m. (Eastern time) / 4 p.m. (Pacific time). This group will explore the themes in the Brethren Press Lent devotion We Wait for Light by Walt Wiltschek.

The first meetings are taking place this week, with continuing weekly sessions through the season of Lent. Register at https://forms.office.com/r/HBWZ4YGbi9. Participants will receive a Zoom link to join in the conversations. Any questions can be shared with Joshua Brockway by email at jbrockway@brethren.org

Elaine Sollenberger, 91, the first woman elected as moderator of the Church of the Brethren Annual Conference and who also served as chair of the denomination’s General Board, died on Feb. 14. Sollenberger served as moderator of the 1989 Annual Conference and was called to the position again in 1998 to fill an unexpired term. She also was the first woman to serve as moderator of Middle Pennsylvania District. She served on the General Board (predecessor body to the current Mission and Ministry Board) from 1981 to 1986, chairing the board from 1984 to 1986. A time to remember and celebrate her life will be planned for a later date at Everett (Pa.) Church of the Brethren. 

Regular reports from Chris Elliott and his daughter Grace, who are working for the Church of the Brethren Global Mission in Rwanda, are now being posted online at www.brethren.org/global/africa-great-lakes/#updates. The two are serving in Rwanda from January to May this year. Chris Elliott is helping with farming and also visiting other churches and projects in Rwanda and nearby countries, with Grace teaching in the church’s nursery school. 

Ecumenical Advocacy Days (EAD) 2022 will be held virtually on April 25-27 on the theme “Fierce Urgency: Advancing Civil and Human Rights.” The event will call participants “into solidarity to restore, protect, and expand voting rights in the United States and to realize human rights around the world,” said an announcement. “As people of faith, we know each person to be created in God’s image, imbued with dignity and having a voice that demands to be heard, heeded, and treated justly. We arise in unity, holding up a mirror to leaders of nations, putting injustice on display and tearing down the veil of oppression that obscures the beautiful, God-born light shining from within us all.”

Leadership includes Otis Moss III from Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago, who will be preaching, and Liz Theoharis from the Poor People’s Campaign, who will be one of the plenary speakers. Early bird tickets are $50 until April 1. Find out more at www.accelevents.com/e/eadvirtual2022.

RESOURCES

District Mission and Mortar Grant/Loan Program 

Is your congregation beginning a new mission outreach program but a little short on cash? Is your congregation faced with a major repair or capital improvement project that exceeds your congregation’s capacity to pay for it? Did you know that the district has a program to assist with your needs? It’s called the Mission and Mortar Grant/Loan Program and is available to help meet the needs mentioned above. 

Grants are available up to $2,500, and non-interest bearing loans up to $5,000. A congregation that applies must provide financial data and be a regular contributor to the district. Applications are considered on a first-come first-served basis and are reviewed/approved by the district Leadership Team. 

If you would like more information or wish to apply, visit the district website. Send completed applications to the IL/WI District Office, 269 E. Chestnut St., Canton, IL 61520.

Supporting Your District 

The Illinois/Wisconsin District is active in a variety of ministry and mission efforts, both directly and indirectly. For these efforts to continue, resources are needed in the form of time, tools, knowledge, and especially finances. Consider making a contribution to one or more of the following:

  • Disaster Relief Fund
  • Endowment Fund
  • Mission and Mortar Fund
  • General Fund
  • Emerging Ministries
  • Ministry Training

Look for the donate button at iwdcob.org, or send your checks to the district office: 269 E. Chestnut St., Canton, IL 61520. Thank you!

GIFTS DISCERNMENT AND CALL COMMITTEE

The Gifts Discernment and Call Committee (GDCC) is commissioned to discern the gifts of persons for the purpose of inviting and calling them in to positions of leadership and team/committee participation. The GDCC delves into this work based on the names and information available to them. The likelihood is that gifted persons are not invited and called to serve because the GDCC lacks names and information. If you feel compelled to serve in the district and have not been asked, you can connect to the district webpage and learn how to share your name and information with the GDCC. Simply complete the online profile form after clicking on the “online profile form” link in the website article. Or call the district office (649-6008) and a profile form will be emailed to you.

Do you know someone you believe has gifts to serve at the district level? Invite them to visit the district webpage or share their name with the GDCC or district office.

Serving is rewarding!