The Energy of Thousands
Can you imagine the energy and the power of commitment when thousands of Unitarian Universalists gather under the same roof? That’s exactly what occurs every year at the General Assembly (GA), the annual conference where UUs make key governance decisions, worship together and re-energize themselves at hundreds of workshops! This year’s GA will run from June 19-23 in Louisville, KY. You can read all about it at www.uua.org/ga
The theme for 2013 is Promises: How we live out our UU values as we make promises, keep promises and hold ourselves accountable. Social witness activities will concentrate on eco-justice, with participation by Kentucky poet and activist Wendell Berry. Eboo Patel, founder of the Interfaith Youth Corps and author of “Acts of Faith,” will deliver a major address
– known as the Ware Lecture. Excited yet? Add to that a stirring banner parade, where every participating congregation marches with their handmade textile banners. Plus marvelous, moving music – at worship services and concerts throughout our five days together. And a chance to connect with UU’s from all over the country! The best way to understand this kaleidoscopic experience is to speak with someone who has been to previous GAs. The Denominational Affairs Committee will have an exhibit in the UUS:E lobby during the month of March, showing past GA locations and participants. If you have gone to previous conferences, we hope that you will stop by to ensure that we’ve got you listed correctly! Want to know how to represent UUS:E this year? Need information about financial assistance, carpooling, home hospitality etc.? Please contact a member of the DA Committee: Nancy Pappas, Chair, at nanapap338@aol.com, 6438082 Donna Johnson, at djohn6@cox.net, 648-9400 Maggie Evans, at maggieder@comcast.net, 289-2546
