Women's conference begins today

"The Power of Possibilities: In the Company of My Sisters" women's conference will be hosted today and Saturday in Jefferson City by Quinn Chapel A.M.E. Church, 529 Lafayette St.

The Rev. Barbara Essex, a nationally-acclaimed author, preacher and professor, will be the guest speaker.

The Rev. Cassandra Gould, pastor at Quinn Chapel is the conference founder and host.

Today's activities will begin at 6:30 p.m. with Bible study led by Essex, followed by 7:30 p.m. worship, at the church.

Registration and continental breakfast Saturday will begin at 8:30 a.m. at the Hawthorn Bank Community Room, 3600 Amazonas Drive. The conference, including lunch, will continue 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Cost is $30 and includes materials and Saturday's meal.

Call (573) 635-4421 for information.

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