Annual Gathering Highlights

Ron Hamilton, Conference Minister

We shared a wonderful celebration of our 75th anniversary at the annual gathering held in St. Cloud, Minnesota this summer.  Over 300 people, including volunteers, shared in the gathering.  The theme, “Forward Together”, was developed by our speakers and presenters.  The worship team did a wonderful job of bringing us together “Before The Throne Of God Above”.

A big “thank you” is due to Susan Moody and Tim Dubeau who served as co-coordinators for the planning of the meetings.  We are also deeply grateful to the over 70 volunteers from the Avon Community Church who hosted this annual gathering.

Full video of the plenary sessions is available HERE.

Our Board members shared their thoughts about the meetings…

“There was a wonderful presence of God’s Spirit not only at the Board Meetings but extending throughout the week both in the Delegate Meetings and the Plenary Sessions.  It was such a joy to be there!” (Joan Granitsas)

“The Lord so wonderfully answered our prayers with a memorable 75th annual gathering. We were all exhorted, edified and encouraged by His Word and His presence, and blessed by relationships both new and old. As we return refreshed to our churches, what happened here will surely flow down to those in our flocks.”  (David Bodanza)

The 75th Anniversary was the best conference I’ve attended in my 45 years of ministry. The spiritual food was a feast as was the fellowship, services, and seminars. Many thanks to Tim and Susan…Avon Community Church and so many others who served so well. (Mark Gorgans)

To view the full photo gallery of the Anniversary Banquet, click here.