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JACKSONVILLE, Ill. (WAND) - The Jacksonville Area Conference of Churches is hosting a discussion on the unhoused in the Jacksonville community. 

The discussion will be held on January 14 at 5:30 pm at Spirit of Faith Church at 632 North Main in Jacksonville.

There will be a shared chili supper provided by Spirit of Faith, followed by presentations by local organizations on issues, available resources, and services. 

Pastor Jonathan Warren will lead presentations by Alan Bradish, New Directions, Salvation Army, Spirit of Faith, and Jacksonville alderman Joe Lockman.

The evening will end with sharing possible solutions and finding ways to help.

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