The theme for our UCC General Synod 2017, held in the Inner Harbor area of Baltimore, was focused around images of streams and water, but I spent a lot of time at my first General Synod up on the mountaintop being inspired by our denomination! Thousands from across the country (and abroad) came together at the Baltimore Convention Center June 30-July 4 for this bi-annual event. Delegates discerned resolutions of witness, church structure, and function. Delegates and visitors were given opportunities to stand up for issues that called for a faithful witness in Baltimore. There were daily times to be together for inspirational worship and workshops featuring creative ways to be in ministry. Leaders from the national office spoke at gatherings to let us know what they are doing to support local churches on issues and program ministries. Our own Rev. John Tyler was a delegate from the Wisconsin Conference. A few (a very few!) of the highlights for me included: