APACHE is excited to welcome Phil Downer as our keynote speaker! Phil Downer is the president of Discipleship Network of America and is heard locally on Peoria’s Moody Affiliate WBNH Monday-Friday at 8:44pm. His program is called, "A Discipleship Moment”. Featured Speakers in 2010 will be James, Karen and Peter Stobaugh of For Such a Time As This and Dr. Stephen Guffanti of Rocket Phonics See his website http://www.drdyslexic.com/.
The 21st Annual Heart of Illinois Convention of Christian Home Educators will be held on March 26-27, 2010 at the Peoria Civic Center. More details will be forthcoming!
The APACHE Board and Convention Committee is praising God for a successful Convention. We had some wonderful laughs with Todd Wilson, learned how to successfully homeschool high school and found some great resources in the exhibit Hall. MP3 and CD recordings of the convention Keynotes and workshops are available from Best Christian Conferences
Enjoy some highlights from the 2009 convention!
Keynote Speaker Todd Wilson
The Central Illinois Born Again Defenders (CIBAD) presented fantastic speeches prior to the Friday night Keynote session..yet still found time to have a bit of fun!
Over 50 vendors attended the 2009 APACHE Convention.... Shopping is always a lot of fun!
"The calm before the storm" A quiet moment at the very popular Rainbow Resource Center booth
New homeschooling families have the opportunity each Fall to join New2, a support group for those just getting started on the home school journey. These veteran moms were available to answer questions and give wise counsel during convention.
The Hosanna Homeschool Choir performed beautifully before Saturday morning's Keynote session. Thank you Choir!
