Tidbits, 05/2006
UUA TRUSTEE TIDBITS
Joan Lund, May 2006
As I sit at the computer writing the May column, windows open, sunshine, and breezes coming my way I am reminded how fortunate we are to live in Florida at this time of year. Early in April I attended the District Annual meeting and enjoyed meeting many fine Florida District UUs. Thank you for being there.
In my brief spoken report I mentioned an important upcoming pre-General Assembly event that I wish to encourage you to attend: ?UU University?. This is a new program which was suggested by the Congregational Presidents convening at GA last year. It is intended to be presented every other year in synch with GA, to help new and continuing congregational leaders gain the knowledge needed to be effective in their congregations. For a day and a half preceding GA ?UU University? will offer specialized training designed primarily for current and future congregational presidents, financial and membership leaders, and all leaders involved in congregational leadership.
The Rev. Dr. Peter Steinke will be keynote speaker for congregational presidents and he will discuss congregations as emotional systems and leadership in emotional systems. Rev. Steinke?s insights and skill will provide leaders with the inspiration and critical skills needed for the demanding work done by them in their congregations
All of the presentations in ?UU University? will be led by dynamic leaders. Financial leaders will learn about the language of generosity, gain a solid understanding of effective stewardship, and build knowledge about managing your congregation?s money both in a presentation and workshop.
Membership leaders will learn how to ?repel? fewer visitors and close the invisible ?revolving door? in their congregations, while exploring effective means of moving visitors to enthusiastic membership. This tract will be led by a congregation well-known for its success in welcoming, assimilating, and retaining its ever-growing congregation.
Registration for ?UU University?, June 20 and 21, 2006, is $95 per person, and is separate from GA registration. For more information and registration, including a downloadable flyer and sign-up form go to www.uua.org, type UU University in the search box, or contact me at jlund@uua.org. Registration ends May 31st?so don?t delay. I anticipate ?UU University? will be a very worthwhile experience. You know you can also contact me with your Trustee concerns and questions. I look forward to hearing from you.
Joan Lund, May 2006
As I sit at the computer writing the May column, windows open, sunshine, and breezes coming my way I am reminded how fortunate we are to live in Florida at this time of year. Early in April I attended the District Annual meeting and enjoyed meeting many fine Florida District UUs. Thank you for being there.
In my brief spoken report I mentioned an important upcoming pre-General Assembly event that I wish to encourage you to attend: ?UU University?. This is a new program which was suggested by the Congregational Presidents convening at GA last year. It is intended to be presented every other year in synch with GA, to help new and continuing congregational leaders gain the knowledge needed to be effective in their congregations. For a day and a half preceding GA ?UU University? will offer specialized training designed primarily for current and future congregational presidents, financial and membership leaders, and all leaders involved in congregational leadership.
The Rev. Dr. Peter Steinke will be keynote speaker for congregational presidents and he will discuss congregations as emotional systems and leadership in emotional systems. Rev. Steinke?s insights and skill will provide leaders with the inspiration and critical skills needed for the demanding work done by them in their congregations
All of the presentations in ?UU University? will be led by dynamic leaders. Financial leaders will learn about the language of generosity, gain a solid understanding of effective stewardship, and build knowledge about managing your congregation?s money both in a presentation and workshop.
Membership leaders will learn how to ?repel? fewer visitors and close the invisible ?revolving door? in their congregations, while exploring effective means of moving visitors to enthusiastic membership. This tract will be led by a congregation well-known for its success in welcoming, assimilating, and retaining its ever-growing congregation.
Registration for ?UU University?, June 20 and 21, 2006, is $95 per person, and is separate from GA registration. For more information and registration, including a downloadable flyer and sign-up form go to www.uua.org, type UU University in the search box, or contact me at jlund@uua.org. Registration ends May 31st?so don?t delay. I anticipate ?UU University? will be a very worthwhile experience. You know you can also contact me with your Trustee concerns and questions. I look forward to hearing from you.
