Friday, July 2- Settling In

Miles are behind us on this beautiful day, suitcases are in the room, tickets for events are in hand, and internet access is in place. In the afternoon at GA 219, I have run into Bill McLean, Rebecca Kirkpatrick, Ray Fancher, and several Stated Clerk colleagues, and we saw Alice Yacullo walking down the street. My daughters and I explored the Exhibit Hall to gather a few items from the Global Market.

This afternoon, I attended training for floor assistants who serve during plenary sessions--at microphones, handling paperwork for motions and resolutions, and the like. Bill McL said he will attend the conversation sponsored by Lee Hinson-Hasty, Coordinator for Theological Education and Seminary Relations, about identifying needs and nurturing leadership skills in clergy. This evening: off to a concert hosted by the Westminister Presbyterian Church in its sanctuary.

Tomorrow: 219th GA convenes for two working sessions, including election of our GA Moderator.