Manny Andrade presents
“Near Death Experiences 20+ Years Later”
Alyssa Halliday, Worship Leader
Gary Smart, Accompanist
Gina Romeo, Member-Musician, Flute
Dr. Raymond Moody coined the phrase “Near Death Experience” several decades ago, and he published a best-selling book. Since then, a lot of research has gone into Near Death Studies by social scientists all over the world. We will explore some of the subsequent results of the studies and their meaning from a Spiritual perspective.

About our Speaker and Sermon Author
Manny Andrade is a lover and explorer of spirituality. He is a life-professed Franciscan. He completed seminary studies in 2000. In 2003 he received ordination in an independent catholic, (small c) church.  Manny recently retired from his career as a social worker serving communities living with HIV since 1989. He married Rusty Turner in 2016.  Manny is an Honoree of 2023’s Jacksonville Rainbow Awards for Service to the LGBT and HIV Communities.

About our Member-Musician
BBUUC member Gina Romeo has a Bachelor’s degree in Flute Performance from the University of Florida and a Master’s degree in Music Therapy from Florida State University. She currently works as a music therapist for a local private practice and uses a variety of instruments including voice, guitar, piano, and ukulele to help her clients meet social, motor, and cognitive goals. Gina and her husband Adam Ray have two daughters, Rosemary and Juniper.