Come learn about the rich religious history of "Lincoln Country" at this exciting event in Chatham, Illinois. Learn about the early Methodist movement and how it shaped the region and its inhabitants. Primetimers will have an opportunity to explore the historic role of Methodism and the Native American population in Illinois. You will visit New Salem, the home community of Abraham Lincoln, explore his history in the new Presidential Library or Museum in Springfield (one is to open in April, 2004), attend the Tuesday evening ceremony at Lincoln’s tomb and see the Lincoln family pew in the Presbyterian Church.

Mary Todd Lincoln (portrayed by a local professor) will join your group for a wonderful evening of historical entertainment and give you insight into Lincoln, the family man and his spirituality.

MISSION SERVICE:
Participants will have the opportunity to serve in mission through the ongoing activities of the Midwest Mission Distribution Center (MMDC). Possible activities include: sorting donations, working on a building project, sewing, packaging mission items and working on the grounds of the MMDC. You will also spend on evening at the Asbury Children’s Supper Hour located in Springfield. There you will be able to help children with their homework, computer problems, reading, and give one-on-one guidance.

EVENT LOCATION:
Midwest Mission Distribution Center
1022 New City Road
Chatham, IL 62629 (just south of Springfield, IL)

EVENT DATE:
August 22 – 27, 2004

EVENT CODE:
1MMDC

COST PER PERSON:
Costs vary depending on accommodations:
- For those staying in the hotel, the cost is $400.00 for a double occupancy room. For a single room, the cost is $520.00.
- For those registering to stay in the MMDC dormitory (new facility), the cost is $320.00.
- If using your own RV, the total cost is $290.00.

These costs include housing, meals, local transportation, accident insurance and event fees. In addition, participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from the event.

ROOMS:
Preference for a particular room is to be noted on the registration form. Rooms at a particular facility are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Rooms are available at the local Motel 6 about 2 miles from the MMDC.
Toronto Road, Springfield IL (217/529-1633)
- There are 16 lower bunk beds available at the Distribution Center. You have to bring your own bed linens, towels, etc.
- There are also RV hookups available at the Distribution Center.

MEALS:
The first meal will be breakfast on Monday, August 23 and the last meal of the event will be dinner on Friday, August 27.

TRANSPORTATION:
Participants flying in should use the Springfield International Airport. Transportation to and from the airport will be provided. You will be asked to provide your flight information as the event nears. If driving, directions will be sent to you on the Mission in Motion flyer.

REGISTRATION:
The registration deadline for this event is: July 1, 2004.

Please send completed registration and $150 deposit to:

Primetimers
Mission Volunteers, GBGM
475 Riverside Drive, Suite 330
New York, NY 10115

REGISTRATION LIMIT:
25-30 participants

EVENT CONTACT:
Bunny Wolfe, Conference Ministry Team Office (Illinois Great Rivers Annual Conference)
Tel (217) 529-2040;  Cell 1-618-977-3168. E-mail: Bunnydwolfe@aol.com

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