The 2009 Convocation:

For a complete, final schedule, View Justice & Joy  Program Book

Thursday, September 3

Welcome & greeting for those arriving early for Preconvo Forums

Friday, September 4

Registration opens
Preconvocation Forums (9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.)

United Methodists of Color for a Fully Inclusive Church
Parents Reconciling Network
Reconciling Ministries Clergy
Methodist Students for an All-Inclusive Church
Transgender Justice
Building Reconciling Communities

Afternoon orientation sessions
Recreation

7:00 p.m. Opening plenary with singing & worship, Vincent Cervantes preacher
Welcome & reception

Saturday, September 5

Breakfast Table-Talk groups
Morning worship, Rev. Drew Phoenix preacher
Bible study with Dr. Elaine Heath
Workshops on Justice & Joy
Afternoon plenary on Intersection of Oppressions
Recreation & Affinity Groups
Evening plenary on Marriage Equality
Reception hosted by Affirmation

Sunday, September 6

Breakfast Table-Talk groups
Morning worship, Rev. Dr. Eunice Musa Iliya preacher
Bible study with Dr. Elaine Heath
Workshops on Justice & Joy
Afternoon plenary on Global Connections
Recreation & affinity groups
Evening 25th Anniversary & Awards Celebration
Launch into the Future

Monday, September 7

Breakfast Table-Talk groups
Regional Networking
Bible study with Dr. Elaine Heath
Closing worship, Bishop Grant Hagiya preacher

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