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THE COUNTDOWN TO YOUTH WORKERS CONNECTION \u00a02014 HAS BEGUN!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

In just a couple months we will be gathering in Chicago, IL for the Youth Workers Connection. We will be sending out updates throughout the coming weeks to keep you updated and informed of what we have planned for you in Chicago. We look forward to seeing you soon!<\/p>\n

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Youth Workers Connection<\/strong><\/p>\n

Join us Saturday Jan. 25th<\/strong> starting at 3 pm for Round Table Discussions, Affinity Groups, or a time with God in the Prayer Studio. The Youth Ministry Network\u00a0Facilitators will also be available for conversation and connection starting at 3 pm.<\/p>\n

At 5 pm on Saturday<\/strong>, our hosts for the weekend, Erik Anderson and Meghan Bruggeman will kick off the 1st General Session<\/strong> with Matt Lundgren and the CHIC Band leading us in worship. Dr. Andrew Root will engage us in a theological dialogue. \u00a0Following the General Session, we will gather in the Rosemont Ballroom for dinner sponsored by North Park University and Seminary.<\/p>\n

If\u00a0you are in the Chicago area or arrive early you can volunteer. Check out the opportunities to help out before and during the conference here: Volunteer Opportunities<\/a>
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Hotel Reservation Deadline: January 7, 2014<\/p>\n

Hyatt Regency O\u2019Hare (Note this is not the downtown Hyatt, but the Hyatt out by the O’Hare Airport)
\n9300 Bryn Mawr Avenue
\nRosemont, Illinois 60018
\n(847) 696-1234 hotel
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The block of rooms reserved at the Hyatt Regency O\u2019Hare for the Covenant Midwinter\/YWC attendees will be held at a discount rate of $129 (plus tax) for single-quad occupancy until the deadline date of Tuesday, January 7, or until the room block is full, whichever comes first. To make your hotel reservation at the Hyatt Regency O\u2019Hare, go to: Midwinter Hotel Reservations<\/a> or call 402-592-6464 or 888-421-1442 and ask for the group rate for the Midwinter Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church.<\/p>\n

You are responsible for your own reservations. Please notify the hotel of any special needs related to handicap accessibility in the facility.<\/p>\n

LOOKING FOR A ROOMMATE?<\/strong> If you are interested in sharing a double-bed room at YWC, please fill out this roommate request form<\/a> and we will help you find a roommate to help share with housing costs.<\/p>\n

Making travel plans? <\/strong>
\nChicago O\u2019Hare International Airport (ORD)
\n10000 West O\u2019Hare Avenue
\nChicago, IL 60666 O\u2019Hare
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Special Offers <\/strong><\/p>\n

American Airlines\u00a0Special Offer <\/strong>
\nAn American Airlines discount can be booked on-line<\/a> for American\/American Eagle flights only. Use the Promotion Code 3214AY<\/strong> when registering.<\/p>\n

United Airlines Special Offer <\/strong>
\nUnited Airlines is also offering a special discount for Midwinter attendees. Book your flight online<\/a> and enter the Offer Code ZQU9404391<\/strong> when searching for your flight.<\/p>\n

Ground Transportation <\/strong>
\nComplimentary Shuttle Service to and from Chicago O\u2019Hare. Follow the red shuttle signs at the airport to the designated pick-up area. Shuttle buses are blue with white signage that reads Hyatt Regency O\u2019Hare.<\/p>\n

Click on links for more event information: <\/strong><\/p>\n

Midwinter<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0 Youth Workers Connection\u00a0<\/a><\/div>\n

If you have any registration questions please contact our registrar at, jill.ulven@covchurch.org<\/a> or by phone at (773) 596-2493.<\/p>\n

If you have any other questions about YWC, please contact the Events Office by phone at (800) 910-2442 or by email at events@covchurch.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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