Globalization:
The Challenge of Global Community
The Church Center for the United Nations - New York, New York
October 1 – 6, 2006
At this Primetimers
event, participants will have an opportunity to explore the ways that globalization
impacts our world today. This seminar is intended to compliment the 2006
Mission Study on globalization. Hear stories from brothers and sisters
around the world about how globalization is impacting their communities, both
in providing opportunities and in bringing about challenges. Primetimers
will have an opportunity to explore complex social issues, such as free trade,
access to clean water, and livelihood, in light of the Gospel of Jesus
Christ. Learn how United Methodists and United Methodist Women are
engaged in mission in addressing these and other challenges. Come explore
together how to act responsibly on behalf of economic justice.
The program will be
hosted by the Women’s Division-sponsored United Methodist Seminar on National
and International Affairs, located in the Church Center for the United Nations, across the street
from the UN. Participants will engage with speakers such as religious
leaders, United Nations representatives, community activists, and
representatives from a variety of global organizations.
Cultural activities throughout the event may include a tour of the United Nations, a walking tour of the city, and a theatre experience. Participants need to be able to walk several city blocks and would be required to climb a limited number of stairs. Accommodations are not handicapped accessible.
Participants will have the opportunity to serve in mission in local ministries in New York, such as food pantries or soup kitchens.
Primetimers
A Mission Volunteers Program of the General Board of Global Ministries
The United Methodist Church
toll free: (877) 882-4724
email: primetimers@gbgm-umc.org
website: http://gbgm-umc.org/vim/features/primepro.htm
Globalization: The Challenge of Global Community
EVENT CODE: 4CCUN
EVENT LOCATION:
Church Center for the United Nations
777 UN Plaza, New York, NY 10017
EVENT DATE:
October 1 - 6, 2006
COST PER PERSON:
$670.00 [includes housing, meals, local transportation, program and accident insurance]. Participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from the event.
ROOMS:
Participants will stay at the Alma Matthews House, a Women’s Division guesthouse located in New York’s Greenwich Village. All rooms are double occupancy with single beds and shared bathrooms.
MEALS:
The first meal is dinner on Sunday, October 1 and the last meal of the event is breakfast on Friday, October 6. Breakfasts will be continental –style. Dinners will be eaten at various delicatessens and restaurants throughout New York City.
TRANSPORTATION:
For those traveling by air, you can use any of the three airports: La Guardia Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, or Newark International Airport. Transportation to the Alma Matthews House from the airport is at the expense of participants. Additional information on transportation will be provided to registrants.
Participants should plan on riding the bus and subway as a group during this event.
REGISTRATION:
The registration deadline for this event is: August 16, 2006
Make check payable to: General Board of Global Ministries
Please send completed registration and $150 deposit to:
Primetimers, Mission Volunteers, General Board of Global Ministries
475 Riverside Drive, Suite 330, New York, NY 10115
REGISTRATION LIMIT:
20 participants
EVENT CONTACT:
Kim Lehmann, Program Coordinator, Mission Volunteers
Telephone: 212-870-3825
Email: primetimers@gbgm-umc.org
Primetimers
A Mission Volunteers Program of the General Board of Global Ministries
The United Methodist Church
toll free: (877) 882-4724
email: primetimers@gbgm-umc.org
website: http://gbgm-umc.org/vim/features/primepro.htm