WNCC / GBGM Seminar in New York City
November 2-6, 2009
November 2-6, 2009
Again this year we will host a Mission Seminar to New York City. Somewhat different from past years, we will not drive to New York, but fly. Each participant will be responsible for his/her own flight arrangements, though we will “suggest” arrival (Nov 2) and departure (Nov 6) flights and times. Each participant will be responsible for his/her own meals (a meal or two may be provided through GBGM) and transportation within the city. Housing and seminar costs will be taken care of through the General Board of Global Ministries and deposits.
We will have room for 20 participants. Upon their return, these participants would be responsible for sharing information gleaned from the seminar. Spaces are limited to 20 persons. First priority will go to persons involved in International, National, Conference or District mission activities of the WNCC. If we go over 20 persons, we will place names on a “waiting list.” Deadline for registration is September 15, 2009. A non-refundable deposit of $50 must be sent with registration (Note: if you are on a waiting list and not chosen, your deposit will be returned).
ACCOMMODATIONS
Alma Matthews House
275 W. 11th Street
New York, NY
(212) 691-5931
OTHER INFORMATION
Traveling Around Manhattan
We will be getting to and fro destinations in New York via the subway system. Each person will need to purchase a seven-day Metrocard that allows for unlimited subway and bus rides. As of the date of publication, cost of the card is $24. The cards can be purchased at the subway station on our first venture out. Credit cards are accepted at Metrocard machines.
General Board of Global Ministries and Interchurch Center at the UN
Here is the contact information at GBGM:
Jodi Cataldo, Executive Secretary, Emerging Churches’ Resources
475 Riverside Drive, Rm 1312
New York, NY 10115
(212) 870-3615, jcataldo@gbgm-umc.org
Here is the contact information at the Interchurch Center:
Interchurch Center at UN
777 United Nations Plaza
New York, NY 10017
(212) 682.3633
We will have room for 20 participants. Upon their return, these participants would be responsible for sharing information gleaned from the seminar. Spaces are limited to 20 persons. First priority will go to persons involved in International, National, Conference or District mission activities of the WNCC. If we go over 20 persons, we will place names on a “waiting list.” Deadline for registration is September 15, 2009. A non-refundable deposit of $50 must be sent with registration (Note: if you are on a waiting list and not chosen, your deposit will be returned).
ACCOMMODATIONS
Alma Matthews House
275 W. 11th Street
New York, NY
(212) 691-5931
OTHER INFORMATION
Traveling Around Manhattan
We will be getting to and fro destinations in New York via the subway system. Each person will need to purchase a seven-day Metrocard that allows for unlimited subway and bus rides. As of the date of publication, cost of the card is $24. The cards can be purchased at the subway station on our first venture out. Credit cards are accepted at Metrocard machines.
General Board of Global Ministries and Interchurch Center at the UN
Here is the contact information at GBGM:
Jodi Cataldo, Executive Secretary, Emerging Churches’ Resources
475 Riverside Drive, Rm 1312
New York, NY 10115
(212) 870-3615, jcataldo@gbgm-umc.org
Here is the contact information at the Interchurch Center:
Interchurch Center at UN
777 United Nations Plaza
New York, NY 10017
(212) 682.3633
Free Time
Tuesday-Thursday seminars will conclude at approximately 3:30 PM and the group/individuals will be on their own for dinner and the remainder of the evening. You may choose to head out on your own or form small groups according to interests: Museums, Broadway plays, Ground-Zero, … Check out www.nyc.com for more information. Cost of Broadway shows range from $75-100 (discount prices) and tickets can be purchased at the TKTS booth near Times’ Square. There is no guarantee that tickets for the show you wish to attend will be available, but you can get a great discount. Tickets may be purchased ahead of time through links provided at www.nyc.com.
Room-mates
Unless we hear otherwise, we will assign roommates (we have 8 doubles and 4 singles). Baths are “shared” down the halls of the Alma Matthews House.
Schedule
Monday:
Arrival in New York City
Tuesday - Wednesday:
7:30 AM – Leave Alma Matthews House for the 14th Street Station
8:30 AM – Breakfast at GBGM
9:30 AM – Seminar begins at GBGM
Noon – Lunch at GBGM (Tuesday will be Buffet with GBGM)
3:30 PM – Seminar ends for the day
Thursday:
Breakfast on your own – there is a great bakery just around the corner from Alma Matthews (or get something the night before and place in the refrigerator at the house).
8:30 AM – Leave for the UN via bus or subway
9:30 AM – Worship at the Interchurch Center at UN
Morning Sessions
Lunch will be brought in at a cost of approximately $15 per person
Afternoon Sessions
3:30 PM – Seminar ends for the day
An arrangement can be made for a group tour of the UN for those interested
Make arrangements for van pickup as individuals or group to airport on Friday
Friday:
Departure to NC
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