General Assembly Schedule

UUA General Assembly in Pittsburgh, June 21 - 25, 2023

2023 General Assembly Schedule

Summary Schedule Grid Document (PDF). The GA Schedule is subject to change.

You may now view the GA schedule to see the lineup of informative workshops, inspirational worship services, and more!

Times below are Eastern Daylight Time.

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

  • Exhibit Hall 12:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    From theological schools to specialty craft vendors, UUA staff groups to affiliate groups, the GA exhibit hall is a diverse marketplace of ideas and goods. The Exhibit Hall is always a popular focal point; it provides a gathering place, rest stop, marketplace, and food concessions for GA attendees.
  • In-Person Orientation / Networking / Caucusing 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
    Learn how In-person GA works, how to connect with other​s, and how to make the most of your GA experience. This is also a time when the myriad of communities (in-person or virtual) within Unitarian Universalism can network, meet up, and/or caucus.
  • Virtual Orientation with the GA Emcees 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Learn how Virtual GA works, how to connect with other​s, and how to make the most of your GA experience.
  • Banner Parade 6:00 PM – 6:20 PM
    General Assembly will begin with a procession of banners from hundreds of Unitarian Universalist (UU) congregations and organizations.
  • Opening Celebration 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM
    GA officially begins with a joyful, worshipful opening celebration with inspirational music and speakers. The opening celebration sets the tone for the days ahead.
  • General Session 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
    Co-moderators Rev. Meg Riley and Charles Du Mond preside over the general sessions in which the business of the Association is conducted. Live stream is available to the public. ​
  • Welcome Party 9:15 PM – 11:00 PM
    Excitement is in the air for the GA 2023 Opening Night Welcome Party featuring Pittsburgh’s Premiere Dance Band, Artistree! This 6-pc rhythm and blues band can perform just about anything. With a highly interactive style, Artistree performs classic covers like “Uptown Funk”, “Don’t Stop Believin’”, “I Can’t Go For That”, “Let’s Groove Tonight”, and more. Come to the rooftop of the DLCC after the Opening Celebration and General Session prepared to dance the night away!

Thursday, June 22, 2023

  • Exhibit Hall 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM

  • Featured Speaker 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    UA Ministries & Faith Development's LGBTQ+ and Multicultural Programs is sponsoring a presentation by and conversation with celebrated author Brian Broome.

  • Workshops 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
    In addition to dozens of on-demand workshops, GA will include live workshops. In-person workshops will stream live for off-site attendees. In-person attendees will have the option of viewing live webinars in a screening room at the Convention Center or from anywhere via the GA app.

  • General Session 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM

  • Exhibit Hall 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

  • Service of the Living Tradition 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Led by the The Ministries and Faith Development Staff Group, this service honors fellowshipped and credentialed religious leaders; remembering those who have died, recognizing those who have completed active service, and welcoming those who have received fellowship or credentialed status in the past year. The service includes a collection to benefit the Living Tradition Fund. Live stream is available to the public.

Friday, June 23, 2023

  • Exhibit Hall 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM

  • Morning Worship 11:00 AM – 11:45 PM

  • Workshops 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM

  • General Session 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM

  • Side with Love Rally 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    In the midst of escalating attacks on our communities and our earth, we must Side With Love through courageous action. Gather to hear inspiring testimonies from UUs fighting for democracy, bodily autonomy, decriminalization, and climate justice. Together we will sing, mourn, celebrate, and re-energize ourselves for the work ahead.

  • Exhibit Hall 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

  • Synergy Bridging Worship 7:30 PM – 8:45 PM
    This is a transformative multigenerational worship. Be inspired and illuminated at a celebration of treasured worship elements, rites of passage and brilliant contemporary music. Live stream is available to the public. ​

Saturday, June 24, 2023

  • Exhibit Hall 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM

  • Morning Worship 11:00 AM – 11:45 PM

  • Workshops 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM

  • General Session 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM

  • Exhibit Hall 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

  • Ware Lecture 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    The UUA President, in consultation with the General Assembly Planning Committee, invites a distinguished guest each year to address the General Assembly as the Ware Lecturer. In-person or full virtual registration is required to live-stream the event on June 24, or to access the video on-demand when it is posted.
  • Virtual Dance Party with DJ Revenance 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Make music and dance a part of your GA worship experience. Join the ultimate GA Dance Party hosted by Gianni Fogliano, aka. DJ Reverence. This virtual event is all the reason you need to dance around your living room.

Sunday, June 25, 2023