The
NAM Regional Convention is a gathering of the Maronite Laity of a
specific region, sponsored by NAM and hosted by one of the parishes,
missions or communities in that region. The purpose of this
meeting is to unite Maronites from the various parishes or communities
of the region; to foster and develop our religious and cultural
heritage; to serve as a channel for information and education,
enabling us to exemplify our Maronite Christian Heritage, under the
direction of the Eparchial Bishops for the United States.
The
regional convention is usually a three-day event from Friday through
Sunday. On
Friday the hospitality room is opened in the afternoon to
welcome conventioneers. Friday
evening usually begins with Ramsho
(evening prayer) either at the hotel or at the church of the host
parish. This is followed
by a "welcome reception" with light foods, music or
entertainment and dancing.
The Saturday schedules usually includes Safro
(morning prayer) followed by one or two educational, spiritual and/or
cultural presentations and concludes with a business meeting for
attending delegates, chaired by the Regional Vice-President.
Often the afternoon is left unscheduled for shopping or
visiting sites of interest in the city.
Occasionally, a special tour may be scheduled.
An informal Banquet and Hafli
is always scheduled for Saturday evening.
The main event on Sunday morning is the Divine Liturgy, held
either in the host parish church or hotel, with breakfast following
the liturgy.
Anyone
desiring to host a regional convention should contact the NAM Office.
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NAM
P.O. Box 717
Yonkers, NY 10702
914-964-3070 phone, 914-964-3071 fax
nam@namnews.org