Regional UCA Conferences

Regional UCA Conferences are events hosted by local groups or churches across the globe which provide more opportunities to meet others in-person. Why? The main UCA conference can only be in one location each year. The goals:

  1. Introduce the host group and their ministry to a wider audience.
  2. Allow UCA members within a region to gather and connect, experiencing similar elements of the main conference.

A Regional UCA Conference is a partnership. The host group coordinates the details of the event, location, food, schedule, etc., and the UCA helps to promote it broadly, sends at least one board member, provides registration tools, and helps cover the expenses so the event is affordable.

The location, venue, and date are up to the host group. Some groups have church buildings with ample space, others might schedule a retreat center. The UCA does not designate the regions, nor are we prescribing dates. It’s up to you and what works for you.

What Is a Regional Conference Like?

A UCA conference, by design, is not a denominational event. It’s an opportunity to connect with people from various backgrounds and practices and to advance the truth of the simple monotheism of our Lord Jesus. It’s a chance for isolated unitarian Christians to meet people, form friendships, and to learn more about the groups which work to advance the cause of our Lord through ministries, fellowship, teaching, and community.

These conferences will have some of the same features of the main conference, like ample time to visit, at least one scholarly or biblical presentation that advances the movement, and at least one practical workshop. The host group arranges the other activities of the event. For example, they may include other classes, panel discussions, roundtables, brainstorming sessions, Q&A, possibly offering a unique regional experience, other ways to get to know the host group and their ministries, or ways to learn more about each other.

Learn More

If your group is interested, write conference@unitarianchristianalliance.org. Stacey Berger, our Conference Coordinator, will provide more information and help with questions.

We’re excited for the possibilities.