Additional Information

Seminar Leaders: Drawn from some of today’s most exciting voices in liberal religion, seminar leaders include: Rev. Traci Blackmon, Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, Dr. Ysaÿe M. Barnwell, Dr. Marcia McFee, and others. Seminar topics range from Embodied Organizing For the Planet and Embracing Family Ministry to Prophetic Protest in the Public Square and Reclaiming Prophetic Preaching in a Post-Truth Age, we have tried to offer programs that will resonate with a wide variety of clergy and contexts.

Available Discounts: We are excited to welcome ministers from all faith traditions to the 2018 Institute. When referred by a UU Colleague you can register at the Early Bird Registration Rate (save $100!) Use discount code: 2018InstituteReferral

How to get to The Innisbrook Resort: The Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the recommended airport to fly into. We have arranged for a discounted shuttle rate for all attendees and rental cars are available at the airport if you prefer. Innisbrook is approximately 35 miles from the Tampa airport and 105 miles from the Orlando airport.

Hotel Reservations: Coming Early? Staying Late?: We have secured the conference hotel rate for three days before and three days after the conference. Reserve your room in one of the following ways: 1. Reserve and pay when you register: Save 12% FL Sales & Hotel Taxes by reserving and paying for your room through the UUMA. Directions on how to reserve your room will follow your program reservation. 2. Reserve and Pay in 2018: You may also reserve your room through the Innisbrook

Resort. Call 800-492-6899 and provide a credit card to hold the room.

Your final charge will not be processed until your departure. Taxes apply. Mention the UUMA to receive the group rate. Innisbrook refund and cancellation policies apply.

Family Friendly: Partners and spouses are welcome to participate in the full Institute program or may register for meals and worship only. Childcare and children’s programming will be available.

Additional information, including registration rates, is available at

www.instituteforexcellenceinministry.org

Unitarian Universalist Minsters Association & Auburn Theological Seminary Present

2018 CENTER Institute for Excellence in Ministry

January 22-26, 2018 — Palm Harbor, Florida

Join us at the first multi-faith

Institute for Excellence in Ministry Faith Animating Innovation

at Innisbrook Resort Jan 22-26, 2018 in Palm Springs Florida! The Unitarian Universalist Ministers Association is partnering with the Auburn Seminary to offer five days of

wonderful worship/music, outstanding speakers and fun in the sun for clergy of all faiths. Challenges facing religion today cross

our individual faith traditions and demand we not only learn together, but think and break bread together to come up with new ideas grounded in faith. Make new friends, discover new

insights and develop interfaith collaborations.

Register Now For Special Discounts!

www.instituteforexcellenceinministry.org

Institute Typical Schedule Schedules vary from day to day.

For a complete schedule visit www.uuma.org/institute

6:30-7:30 Early Spiritual Practices 7:30-9:00 Breakfast 9:00-10:00 Worship 10:00-12:00 Instruction Time 12:00-2:00 Free Time/Lunch 2:00-5:00 Instruction Time 5:00-6:00 Free Time/Peer Reflection/Choir 6:00-8:00 Dinner 8:00-9:00 One Time Opportunities/Panel/Free Time 9:00-9:30 Vespers

Free time will be included every day

“As the United Church of Christ looks to invest both in vital, healthy, innovative leadership AND cultivate deep relationships with Interfaith partners who share our passion and vision for justice, I am pleased to invite our clergy to consider attending the Institute for Excellence in Ministry hosted by leaders from the Unitarian Universalist Association. This interfaith event, which includes some of our own outstanding leaders (Otis Moss III, Cameron Trimble, and Traci Blackmon among those), will be an opportunity to inspire confidence, vitality, and innovative thought leadership across the life of our denomination. It will also be a chance to network with some of the most creative leaders across the faith spectrum, and to begin to build partnerships that matter to you in your own ministry setting. This is a unique opportunity, and I would encourage those who have the time to give serious consideration to participating in this. I had the pleasure of speaking at and attending an event hosted by the Institute for Excellence in Ministry, and I don’t hesitate to recommend them to you as a viable and vital resource. “

- The Rev. Dr. John C. Dorhauer

General Minister and President

United Church of Christ

Faith animates Reflection At the Institute, away from the demands of our ministries, we create a new space for one another, for study, and for new connections, and yes - one more place to feel the power of the spirit - to worship. Here is a place to share one on one, to dream alongside others, or to simply walk alone along the beach. Time to think and follow your thoughts to a decision. Time to let your thoughts go and be.

Faith animates Purpose This is a time for grounding in purpose; a chance for clergy to come together to learn how to better build multi-cultural beloved communities, faithfully address the broken places in our world, preach at the next level, lead religious institutions, create sacred spaces, and sustain our selves in our ministry.

Faith animates Renewal The work of the spirit is rooted in times of rest as well. Whether you are coming alone, or with your family, Innisbrook offers something for all of us. Centrally located to many beaches – including the renowned Clearwater Beach – deep-sea fishing, Major League Baseball, NHL Hockey, NFL Football, Busch Gardens, and the Tampa/St. Petersburg arts scene. Or stay on the grounds and play a round of golf, sunbathe by the pool, rest in the spa, or dive down a water-slide with your kids!

Welcome to the UUMA Institute for Excellence in Ministry.