2010 ANNUAL CONFERENCE REQUEST

The Program and Arrangements Committee for the Annual Conference to be held in Pittsburgh next July 3 - 7 is collecting challenging and inspiring stories of persons, congregations or groups who have taken Jesus seriously.

These could include a lifetime's commitment to the cause of the Gospel, a moment of selfless action, or any stories that span the diversity of our denomination, theologically, geographically, generationally and more. The Committee wants to include those stories of faith and testimony throughout our time together in Pittsburgh celebrating God's good work among us.

These stories should be sent as soon as possible, by mid-November to cdouglas@brethren.org or send them to The Annual Conference Office, 1451 Dundee Ave., Elgin, IL 60120

Please plan to be a part of the 224th recorded Annual Conference where we meet as the body of Christ and the community of Faith. Your Prayers will strengthen those who gather as "One in the Spirit" to discern God's work for us to do.

Spring District Youth Retreat

When: March 19-21, 2010

Where: Springfield, Ill.; meet/register at the Springfield Church of the Brethren

Who: All youth currently in 9th-12th grades, and advisors

Keep an eye on www.cobyouth.org for further details.

How much?: $30 for youth; advisors accompanying youth attend at no charge.

District Potluck

May 1, 2010
Peoria Church of the Brethren

Worship * Workshops * Fellowship * Food

Leadership will include Jonathan Shively, Kevin Kessler, Anna Lee Pierson, Dana McNeil, and others.

Registration from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Registration Fee --- $5.00
More registration information will follow later.
The day's schedule will be from 9:00 a.m. to 3:20 p.m.

Plan now to attend this exciting event. Bring your favorite potluck dish to enjoy with others from across the district. Drinks and table service will be provided. Share this ir1fonnation with others in your church. There will be something for everyone including pastors, music leaders, deacons, computer people, and those who simply want to learn, worship, and enjoy wonderful fellowship. So, bring a carload. More details about workshops coming later.

This one-day event is being planned by your District Deacons on behalf of the Leadership Team of the District.