On February 16th, our worship service will feature personal stories from those who have experienced the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) General Assembly (GA) firsthand.
GA is something every UU should experience. This four-day gathering is the largest annual UU event, bringing together thousands of UUs from across the country. It culminates in an awe-inspiring worship service that celebrates the beautiful diversity of our faith—a truly unforgettable experience.
At GA, you’ll find workshops, lectures, and social opportunities that deepen your connection to Unitarian Universalism and to our own congregation at UUBerks. Whether you’re new to UUism or a longtime member, attending GA is an enriching experience that will inspire and energize you. Plus, your participation strengthens our church community!
A Special Opportunity: GA Comes to Baltimore
This year’s General Assembly will be held in Baltimore, MD, making it more accessible than ever for UUBerks members to attend. The Keith Orts Fund Committee has revised its guidelines to encourage increased participation from UUBerks members in years when GA is within close proximity to Reading, as it is this year.
The Keith Orts Fund was created to honor Keith’s deep love for Unitarian Universalism by connecting UUBerks members with the greater UU world by covering the cost of registration for GA and other UU events. The Orts Fund Committee is composed of three people: Art Arleth, Shelley Kauffman, and Nadine Smet-Weiss.
Early-Bird Registration and Other Ways to Reduce Costs
The Early-Bird registration deadline for GA is March 31st. There are several registration options at the early bird rate: full-event adult registration is $410. Youth (up to age 24) registration is $275. Children in grade 9 or lower are free with a registered adult. There are other registration categories, so please view details on the UUA General Assembly website by clicking this link.
Click this link to access the GA Financial Support page to learn about UUA-sponsored financial assistance that goes beyond registration costs.
We hope you’ll consider attending GA this year—it’s an experience you won’t want to miss! Please reach out to the Orts Fund Committee at g.orts.fund@uuberks.org to apply for financial assistance.