Sponsored by The St Lawrence District Social Justice Council
November 7, 2009 from 9:00 am to 4 pm

Theme Speaker: Rev. JOHN BUEHRENS
Former President, Unitarian Universalist Association, Parish Minister, First Parish, Needham, MA (UU )

The economic meltdown at the national and world levels has pervaded the religious consciousness. The recession has not only social, political and economic consequences, but also moral and spiritual implications as well. How do we respond as individuals, as a congregation, as a religious movement?

This fourth annual conference of the St. Lawrence District Social Justice Council features John Buehrens, former President of the UUA. John brings not only a national perspective on economic justice, but also the understanding of a parish minister. He has been a prominent figure on the national religious scene for years, has served as special advisor to the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee and is a prolific author. Skinner House Books will soon publish his book, co-authored by Rebecca Parker of Starr King School for the Ministry, Maintaining a House of Hope.

Workshops led by activists will focus on this theme through specific topics of interest to
UU's in New York State and beyond. Welcome to the conversation - a conversation we hope
will be prelude to action.

To facilitate conference planning, please pre-register by October 1. Pre-registration fee (includes lunch): $30 (Child care and Friday night hospitality only with pre-registration)
Registration fee at door $35
Lecture only $10
Students $10
Make checks payable to: " St. Lawrence District" and mark for "SJC Conference"
Mail registration form and check to:
St Lawrence District
Attn. Sue Tabone
695 Elmwood Ave,
Buffalo, NY 14223-1697,