Tapestry of Faith: The New UU: A Program for Welcoming Newcomers to Unitarian Universalist Congregations

Alternate Activity 2: Standing on the Side of Love

Part of The New UU

Activity time: 30 minutes

Materials for Activity

Preparation for Activity

  • Invite someone from your congregation who has been involved with Standing on the Side of Love to join you for this activity.
  • Review and prepare to present Leader Resource 2, Standing on the Side of Love.

Description of Activity

This activity introduces Standing on the Side of Love, a new model for public witness ministry. Read Leader Resource 2, Standing on the Side of Love, aloud or present the information in your own words. If you have Standing on the Side of Love items, display them.

Lead a discussion, asking participants these questions:

  • How does love motivate social justice?
  • What issues in our community might fit under the Standing on the Side of Love umbrella?

If you have invited a guest, invite them to tell how your congregation has been involved in this initiative.