Annual Meeting 2003 SpeakOuts

What is SpeakOut Time?

SpeakOut time is set aside for individual members of our meeting to share a vision, a concern, or some other point of view, in a more informal fashion than bringing it before the meeting during business sessions.

How long is SpeakOut time?

Speakers may speak for up to two minutes. The Scribe times SpeakOuts.

What can be done during SpeakOut time?

Speakers may sing, dance, speak, or occasionally have used the time to present skits.

What may not take place during SpeakOut time?

Because the meeting is not officially "in session," no minutes are kept during SpeakOuts. For the same reason, neither motions nor votes may be taken during SpeakOut time.

Who may speak during SpeakOut time?

Delegates, honorary delegates, authorized ministers, and visitors who are members of the Connecticut Conference United Church of Christ churches are eligible to speak.

How do I sign up for a SpeakOut?

If you wish to speak out on Saturday afternoon, you must sign up with the Scribe following the close of business on Saturday at lunchtime.

If you wish to speak out on Sunday morning, you must sign up with the Scribe immediately before the beginning of the Sunday morning session at 8:45 AM.

Where does the Scribe sit?

The Scribe sits at the front of the auditorium near the same table as the Conference Minister.

If I have other questions, to whom should I bring them?

Speak to the Scribe or to the Moderator before the beginning of any business session for more information or for clarification of these guidelines.

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