2025 Souvenir Journal

Theme: "Ushers Committed to Doing the Will of God!"

With great pleasure, I greet you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!

Welcome to the 106 th convention hosted by the Western Region in the Valley of the Sun—Phoenix, Arizona. It is a pleasure to extend my greetings and good wishes. Let us prepare for an uplifting divine convention that will allow us to learn from one another and grow together. With deepest gratitude to God, we acknowledge His grace and mercy for bringing us through the years as we gather in this location to fellowship with one another. Let us sing His praise, seek His face, worship Him, and pray for the convention to be spiritual, inspirational, fruitful, fulfilling, and successful. I encourage you to review the schedule to maximize your convention experience. With God's guidance, we'll make this convention memorable and rewarding together. He is the One who leads our every step. With our minds focused on God, we'll remain committed to doing His will. Phoenix, Arizona, is renowned for its unique features, including its desert landscape, absence of daylight - saving time, and strategic location. I encourage you to take some time to explore the area during your visit. It's an excellent way to complement your convention experience and create lasting memories. Stay Safe and be a blessing to someone, for the one who blesses others is richly blessed; those who help others are helped. Linda Barnes-Pates 25 th National President

National United Church Ushers Association of America, Inc. | 106 th National Convention| July 21 - 25, 2025 | Phoenix, Arizona