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Aurora District Lay Academy

Location: Online

Fall 2020 Aurora District Lay Academy

Saturday, November 7, 10 -11:30am

Register Online

Join us in an engaging learning opportunity presented by respected UMC clergy. Attendees can choose one of the following classes:

  • History of Race Relations and the UMC
    Rev. Chris Pierson, Instructor
  • History of Christian Art
    Rev. Daniel Cochran, Instructor
  • Old Testament Lesson
    Rev. Mary Zajac, Instructor

All classes are non-credit.  Cost: $10  Fee due by November 1, 2020.

A free will offering will be take during registration. 

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