Sun, Mar 19, 2023 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

The Unitarian Universalist Association is bringing a major change to “Article II” where the 7 principles and 6 sources are currently named.

Join us in person in the sanctuary or sign on through this link to go to the youtube broadcast: ucv.im/forum

Your UCV Denominational Affairs committee have been following this issue and will share information and resources and invite conversation.

Forum in Sanctuary and on youtube. (to be recorded)

Prepare for March 19th Forum on UU Principles *New!* 12:30 – 1:30 pm in the Sanctuary or on Youtube

The Denominational Affairs Committee with Minister Rev. Lara Cowtan and Lifespan Faith Director Kiersten Moore delve into the history and context of our 8 Principles and the proposed changes currently before the Unitarian Universalist Association in the States. Reading and Viewing to be informed: Article (2 pgs): The UUA changes relative to CUC.docx -Kiersten Moore, CUC Rep for BC Video (7 min) Article II Study Commission reads its proposed changes. Video (30 min) Article II Study Commission presentation to UUA Board Report (24 pgs): CUC Statement of Principles Task Force_Final Report. 2008-05 (1).pdf Report (24 pgs): Article II Study Report 2021-2023

 

Agenda:

12:30-12:50 – Mary Bennett, Denominational Affairs, and previously Executive Director of Canadian Unitarian Council (2000-2008)

• Introduction to the forum; the CUC Statement of Principles Task Force (2002-2008) process and recommendations

12:50-1:20 – Rev. Lara Cowtan and Kiersten Moore – the proposed UUA Article II draft

1:20-1:25 – Mary Bennett – UUA “Counterpoint” – dissenting voices

1:25 – Q & A in sanctuary and through youtube chat so long as room and people are available.

 

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