LiLY Women’s Conference
April 25-27, 2025
We invite you to come join us at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Cleveland/Rockside, for this year's conference, “Reunion”, presented by Grace Communion Cleveland.
“But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him.”.
- Luke 15:20 (NIV)
Click here for a schedule of the weekend: Schedule (56Kb).
Our Inspirational Speakers
Julie Frantz grew up in eastern New Mexico on her grandfather’s farm where she enjoyed the company of her two brothers as they adventured each day together. In the Southwest, she developed a love for Mexican food and is always willing to grab a quick taco. She now lives in Ohio with her husband, Jason, and their four children. Julie and Jason have served in active ministry together for over 22 years. Julie has found deep joy in witnessing God transform and care for her family. She also has the great privilege of serving as pastor of the two Grace Communion International congregations in Cincinnati, Ohio. During her down time, she enjoys great stories whether a book or a movie. She also shares a love for travel and adventure with her husband, who happens to be her favorite person. Her greatest joy has been witnessing the work of the Lord and getting to share that with others.
Afrika Afeni Mills is an Elder and Assistant Pastor with Grace Communion – Steele Creek in Charlotte, NC. In addition to leading the discipleship ministry in her local faith community, Afrika serves as a Pastoral Coach with Grace Communion International. She is receiving a certificate in Spiritual Transformation from Transforming Center, becoming a certified Spiritual Director through Kairos University’s Listening People to Life program, and training to be a Scripture Circle facilitator through Anam Cara Ministries. Afrika has been married to her husband and bestie, Dishon, for 27 years, and they have two amazing adult children and a sassy fur baby named Rabbit. Afrika’s favorite scripture passage is Ephesians 3:14-21, and she is so grateful for the width, length, height, and depth of God’s abundant love for us.