Tidbits, 05/2004
UUA TRUSTEE TIDBITS
Joan Lund, May 2004
I am so enthused about General Assembly in Long Beach this year that I hope what I write may convince you to join thousands of UUs in the California sun at the end of June for what promises to be an outstanding time together. Sometimes I am asked, ?What is GA?? It?s a pep rally, an opportunity for leadership training, a gathering for our ?family?, a public witness event, and so much more. GA, as directed by our by-laws, makes overall policy for carrying out the purposes of our Association, and directs and controls Association affairs.
Although GA is supposed to be the coming together of congregation representatives to do the business of the Association often delegates tend to be UU s who have the time and money to devote almost a week at this assembly. Some congregations are able to offer varying amounts of financial assistance for delegates but I don?t think any congregation makes it possible for their officers to attend and it is important that congregational leaders are present at our Association?s annual meeting. The UUA Board of Trustees and the General Assembly Planning Committee understand the importance of having elected congregational leaders present at our Association business meeting and are therefore offering to reimburse GA registration to the president or president-elect of each UUA congregation. Even though registration is a small part of the total cost of attending GA, hopefully covering this fee will help. It is important for the leaders of our congregations to be part of planning our UUA future.
There will be two major events for congregational presidents: a private reception hosted by UUA President William Sinkford held Thursday evening, and a Congregational Presidents Workshop held on Saturday hosted by Rev. Sinkford and Moderator Gini Courter. The latter event will focus on the priorities of the Association and invite Presidents to help develop the agreements that will allow us to move forward. Registration forms are available on-line at www.uua.org/ga/reg.html, or calling the GA office at (617) 948-4209. Re-imbursement forms will be available during the Congregational Presidents Workshop.
There is much interesting and important programming planned for GA, both for congregational presidents and all who are in attendance. One event of significance: former U.S. Labor Secretary Robert Reich will be in attendance to talk with us on why liberals will win the battle for America. He will focus on taking back America from the radical right with passion and long-term commitment. This is only one vital voice that will be heard at GA.
Serving as the Florida District UUA Trustee is an important aspect of my life and once again I hope you will visit the UUA website for information about everything that is going on in our Association. If I can be of help don?t hesitate to call (813-931-9727 or email me at jlund@.uua.org or lundjb@verizon.net. I hope to see and visit with many of you at General Assembly.
Joan Lund, May 2004
I am so enthused about General Assembly in Long Beach this year that I hope what I write may convince you to join thousands of UUs in the California sun at the end of June for what promises to be an outstanding time together. Sometimes I am asked, ?What is GA?? It?s a pep rally, an opportunity for leadership training, a gathering for our ?family?, a public witness event, and so much more. GA, as directed by our by-laws, makes overall policy for carrying out the purposes of our Association, and directs and controls Association affairs.
Although GA is supposed to be the coming together of congregation representatives to do the business of the Association often delegates tend to be UU s who have the time and money to devote almost a week at this assembly. Some congregations are able to offer varying amounts of financial assistance for delegates but I don?t think any congregation makes it possible for their officers to attend and it is important that congregational leaders are present at our Association?s annual meeting. The UUA Board of Trustees and the General Assembly Planning Committee understand the importance of having elected congregational leaders present at our Association business meeting and are therefore offering to reimburse GA registration to the president or president-elect of each UUA congregation. Even though registration is a small part of the total cost of attending GA, hopefully covering this fee will help. It is important for the leaders of our congregations to be part of planning our UUA future.
There will be two major events for congregational presidents: a private reception hosted by UUA President William Sinkford held Thursday evening, and a Congregational Presidents Workshop held on Saturday hosted by Rev. Sinkford and Moderator Gini Courter. The latter event will focus on the priorities of the Association and invite Presidents to help develop the agreements that will allow us to move forward. Registration forms are available on-line at www.uua.org/ga/reg.html, or calling the GA office at (617) 948-4209. Re-imbursement forms will be available during the Congregational Presidents Workshop.
There is much interesting and important programming planned for GA, both for congregational presidents and all who are in attendance. One event of significance: former U.S. Labor Secretary Robert Reich will be in attendance to talk with us on why liberals will win the battle for America. He will focus on taking back America from the radical right with passion and long-term commitment. This is only one vital voice that will be heard at GA.
Serving as the Florida District UUA Trustee is an important aspect of my life and once again I hope you will visit the UUA website for information about everything that is going on in our Association. If I can be of help don?t hesitate to call (813-931-9727 or email me at jlund@.uua.org or lundjb@verizon.net. I hope to see and visit with many of you at General Assembly.
