Category: Religious Education

Our Whole Lives Sexuality Education Program for Grades 7-9

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We are very excited to continue our Unitarian Universalist tradition of using Our Whole Lives to support youth in gaining the knowledge, life principles and skills they need to express their sexuality in life-enhancing ways. ABOUT THE PROGRAM OWL puts sexuality into the context of values and personal responsibility, helping participants manage social pressure and … Continue reading Our Whole Lives Sexuality Education Program for Grades 7-9

So…Just What IS March Mystery Madness?

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For the past dozen years, we have played this multigenerational matching game full of fun and mystery. Two people…from different generations…are matched in a double-masked game to guess the identity of the other. Over the course of three weeks, the pairs exchange letters, notes, or tokens that provide clues about themselves. Sign-ups begin February 11th, … Continue reading So…Just What IS March Mystery Madness?

Love at the Center: Article II Spiritual Reflection Group

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Rev. Joan will lead four-part Adult Spiritual Exploration program in January/February that takes a deep dive into our foundational covenant as members of the Unitarian Universalist Association. Read more and sign up below. Four Wednesdays, 5:30-7:00pm–January 31, February 14, February 28, March 13 (In person with a Zoom option) Led by Rev. Joan Javier-Duval Article … Continue reading Love at the Center: Article II Spiritual Reflection Group

Easter Sunrise Practice

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Are you looking for a way to greet the dawning of a new day on Easter morning? Rev. Joan has recorded an 11-minute practice for Easter morning that includes readings, silence, and ritual (with gratitude to the Rev. Elea Klemer who wrote the liturgy on which this practice is based). You can do this practice on … Continue reading Easter Sunrise Practice

Executive Team Updates: Two Services and RE Envisioning/Staffing, March 2018

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Notes from the Executive Team Two Services Developments Thank you to all who participated in the February 11 Forum on Two Services  following our month-long exploration in January and to all who completed the survey to share your feedback. The Executive Team has carefully considered the best path forward to support our congregation’s mission and … Continue reading Executive Team Updates: Two Services and RE Envisioning/Staffing, March 2018

What’s Next for Religious Education (RE) Envisioning and Staffing

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Thank you to the 65 people who participated in an “RE Envisioning Conversation” at the end of October/beginning of November and who submitted their thoughts online. In all three sessions, people shared deeply about their own spiritual journeys, what has been meaningful to them and their children, what challenges they face in nurturing their spirits, … Continue reading What’s Next for Religious Education (RE) Envisioning and Staffing

Welcoming Children in Worship

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Hints for Children, Family Members and Other Congregants People of all ages belong in our faith community. When we worship together it can be an enriching experience for all. We want every person to feel welcome, comfortable, loved, and respected within our community. We believe for someone to find a home within the community we … Continue reading Welcoming Children in Worship