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Meet with Unitarians and Universalists From Around the World What is this? The biennial meeting of the International Council of Unitarians and Universalists brings together congregations and groups from all over the worldâÂÂfrom North East India, Philippines, Canada, Romania, Germany, EUU, United Kingdom, Indonesia, Africa, South America, United States, and more. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct the business of the ICUU member groups. And it is much more! Special religious celebrations, services, sharing, discussion, cultural events, and workshops go hand-in-hand with the ICUU business meetings. Why should I attend? The ICUU biennial gathering provides a rare opportunity to discover how Unitarians* Universalists* and Unitarian Universalists make an impact in the world. Talk with groups steeped in history and tradition and those in formative stages. Come to Overwesel, enjoy the hospitality of one of GermanyâÂÂs finest hostels, and become acquainted with the tradition, history, and gorgeous natural beauty of this region. There will be many opportunities for you to become more deeply involved What can I discover?
What is the International Council of Unitarians and Universalists? The ICUU is a 12-year old organization that has met every two years around the world ever since its founding in 1995. Starting with a small founding meeting in Essex, Massachusetts in 1995, the biennial gathering of representatives has slowly expanded its range of national member groups and representation and its participants and non-delegate representatives. U*U individuals are welcomed, and specific program items are designed to foster and nurture better international understanding among all members of our global community. So, what happens there? Opportunities. Surprises. Meetings. Workshops. Cultural Events. Displays. At the 2007 Council we will showcase specific member groups. There will be seminars on various issues and RE curricula units on the history and culture of U*U. There will be daily worship/ devotions. You can participate in song and dance. Time and space for personal interactions are provided. Drama and debate. We will encourage participant input about the future direction of ICUU programs. The venue? A superbly appointed youth hostel, nestling beneath an ancient hill-top castle at the wonderful World Heritage Site of Oberwesel, overlooking the River Rhine. Come and explore its history, traditions and natural beauty. What will it cost? Starting with the President's Dinner on 1 November and concluding with breakfast on 6 November, the cost is €380 (US $532 or £266) per person in a twin-bedded room and €431 (US $604 or £302) in a single room – though it should be noted that there are very few single rooms available. This covers accommodation, meals, most beverages, conference fee and local transportation from Oberwesel to the youth hostel. Additional nights with full board can be arranged at a cost of €40 (US £56 or £28) per person per night in a double room and €50 (US $70 or £35) in a single room. There is a 10% discount for registrations received by 29 July, and paid-up Friends of ICUU may deduct a further €20 from their total cost. Click here to register online and here for instructions for payment and here for further travel information. After 1st September you will need to pay an additional 15% to register. Optional extras The busy programme will still allow time for relaxation, and optional Saturday afternoon excursions in the locality are offered at a modest additional cost – guided walks in the old city, a visit to the museum in Bingen dedicated to Hildegard of Bingen, or a vineyard tour (with wine-tasting, of course) in Oberwesel. Please indicate your preferred excursion on the registration form. Interested in learning more?
Online registration will be available soon. COSTS are being controlled to encourage your participation. Your congregation is a local liberal religious community; this community is linked to other liberal religious communities around the world. Discover the connections and the relationships and add dimension, vision, and quality to your congregation. |
