NIC Delegation Thanks Jack Ryder for Judicial Council candidacy

The delegation of the Northern Illinois Conference gathers every morning at 7:45 am for a brief prayer meeting in a quiet hallway outside the floor of the convocation center before official proceedings of the General Conference get underway for the day. At this morning's meeting, chair of the delegation Roger Curless took a moment to express appreciation to Jack Ryder for being part of the nominated slate for for the UM Judicial Council. "We need to celebrate and thank Jack for his efforts to become part of the Judicial Council," said Curless. It takes a lot of courage to put yourself out there. And even though Jack was not voted onto the council, his candidacy sent a strong message that there are good progressive candidates who can serve. This was an important statement." The delegation unanimously applauded and affirmed Jack for his Judicial Council candidacy. -- Susan Dal Porto