Religious Liberty

Celebrating America: Religious Liberty Conference (CARL)

This conference is a once in a lifetime experience. It’s not every day our nation turns 250. We want to bring to you a curated experience that includes not just serious learning, but fun, fellowship and spiritual understanding as well. We start the experience the evening before the conference’s official start time. For those who want to check into the conference on Sunday evening, you can stop by after 4 p.m. and pick up your conference bag and badge. Then at 6 p.m. we will have a “come as you are” movie and popcorn. Each morning, we begin with worship and a religious liberty focused bible study presented by GC Sabbath School Associate Director, Joe Reeves. Bettina Krause, Editor of Liberty Magazine will be with us. Have a question for the editor? Now is your chance. We will give you time to explore Colonial Williamsburg or take a drive through the battlefields of Yorktown (ask for our recommendation for self-guided audio tours) or visit the Jamestown Settlement. We even have planned talks from our nation’s founders like James Madison and Thomas Jefferson (still waiting to confirm). Our closing event ends with a birthday bash filled with great food, games (we will test what you learned in a fun way) and prizes. If you miss this event, it will be three more years before the next one. For a full line-up of speakers visit our registration page.

All attendees must register for the Celebrating American & Religious Liberty Conference by going to the following link or QR code.  All fees are non-refundable.

EventBrite CARL Conference Registration Link: Celebrating America & Religious Liberty 250 Years Tickets, Sunday, Aug 16 at 9 am to Thursday, Aug 20 at 9 pm | Eventbrite  OR Scan this QR code to get there.

BOOK YOUR HOTEL ROOM

For all CARL conference hotel reservations, use the following weblink or scan the QR code.  For special booking needs or questions about reservations call 855-294-5683 and ask for the Southern Union Adventist Attorney Retreat.

Williamsburg Lodging Reservation website: https://book.passkey.com/go/90193f7d

Room rates are “run of the house” at $229 per night (plus room & tax). There are no resort fees. Self-parking is $20 per night. Each hotel room comes with a complimentary Colonial Williamsburg admission ticket good for the duration of your stay. Warning:Rooms are expected to sell out at this venue. Book early if you wish to stay at the Colonial Williamsburg property.

More information can be found at the Eventbrite registration site.

CARL Slide – Click here for the slide

CARL Schedule – Click here for the schedule

CARL Brochure – Click here for the brochure

The Religious Liberty Department organizes the following:

Government Liaison Representatives (GLR) – Religious leaders in each state who help monitor state legislative actions.

NARLA, Southern Chapter – the local chapter of the North American Religious Liberty Association. NARLA – SU is committed to making a difference for Religious Liberty.

Offering & Campaigns – With your help, the Religious Liberty Department sends Liberty Magazine to every elected official and thought leader in the Southern Union.

Southern Society of Adventist Attorneys (SSAA) – A network of Adventist attorneys who are interested in mentoring Adventist law students and providing legal services to those specifically requesting to be represented by an Adventist attorney.

Accommodation Assistance – The department serves in situations where people’s exercise of faith is dismissed or denied. Even if you believe your circumstances hold little hope for resolution, we may be able to offer assistance. We encourage you to contact our office directly. Remember that the earlier you seek help the better your chance of reaching a positive resolution. Avoid delay. Seek help early.
Telephone: 770-408-1800 ext: 176
Email: ReligiousLiberty@southernunion.com