The General Board of Pension and Health Benefits
and the Center for Health
Present
Renew “U”niversity
February 4-5, 2010
The General Board of Pension and Health Benefits (General Board) and the Center for Health invites you to attend an inaugural event: Renew “U”niversity, February 4-5, 2010, in Bloomington, Minnesota.
At this event, you will:
- Enjoy a refreshing and rejuvenating two days away.
- Reflect and assess your spiritual, mental (emotional), physical, social and financial health.
- Learn techniques that can help you manage stress and relax more.
- Share with your peers, worship and be motivated to set and keep your self-care covenant
Event Curriculum
Renew “U”niversity classes will use the Self-Care Covenant Workshop curriculum. This curriculum was created by the United Methodist Health Ministry Fund in Hutchinson, Kansas and is licensed and distributed by the General Board.
Guest leaders for each session include: The Reverend Tom Mattick, Desert Southwest Conference; The Reverend Bob Winstead, Candler School of Theology and the North Georgia Conference; Judy Johnston, Kansas University School of Medicine, Wichita, Kansas; Mark Conner, General Board of Pension and Health Benefits and Jean Edin, Conference Benefits Officer, Minnesota Conference.
Keynote Speaker
The closing session of Renew University will inspire, encourage and motivate you! The General Board of Pension and Health Benefits and the Center for Health is pleased to have Lloyd Bachrach with “Yes, You Can!” bring his message about overcoming adversity with 5 keys to success. This paralympian, entrepreneur, father and simply persistent and amazing man will send you forth truly blessed. You can find out more about Lloyd at www.lloydbachrach.com.
Event Information
Event check-in and registration begins Thursday, February 4 at 11:00 a.m. Renew “U”niversity begins on Thursday, February 4 at 1:00 p.m. and concludes on Friday, February 5 at 3:00 p.m.
Special Opportunities
- Enjoy a 10-minute shoulder/back massage
- Walk a prayer labyrinth
- Shop the Mall of America on your evening off
Details and Registration
Register today for $99 ($179.00 with spouse).. The registration fee includes breakfast and lunch on Friday, refreshment breaks each day and course materials. (Hotel rooms are available at an additional cost.)
Click here to view the Renew "U" agenda.
Meals
It is expected that all persons who register will be at all meals provided. Refreshment breaks will be offered throughout the event.
Attire
Casual dress is recommended. Layered clothing is recommended as meeting room temperatures may vary.
Hotel Information
Event Location
Bloomington, Minnesota
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites
3 Appletree Square
Bloomington, Minnesota 55425
1-952-854-9000
The General Board has negotiated group room rates at the event hotel, the Holiday Inn Select. The event will be held on-site at this location. The room rate is $99 plus tax per night.
If you choose to stay onsite, the General Board will make hotel arrangements on your behalf based on the information you provide when registering online.
For more hotel information or assistance, please contact Anne Green at 1-800-269-2244, ext. 4560.
Transportation
Transportation costs are the responsibility of the attendee.
Daycare Opportunity
The General Board of Pension and Health Benefits does not provide on-site daycare for your little ones. However, we will provide a 50% discount on an additional sleeping room for a child-care provider to come along with you. This is a great opportunity for a grandparent/friend/etc. Please contact Anne Green for more information.
R.S.V.P.
Register for this event by visiting the Renew "U"niversity registration page. Please register by Friday, January 15, 2010.
Questions about this event?
Contact Lisa Kennedy at 1-800-269-2244, ext. 2711.
Questions about logistics, the daycare opportunity or hotel accommodations?
Contact Anne Green, Meeting and Event Planner at 1-800-269-2244, ext. 4560.
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