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Utility | July 9, 2013 | For Grades 2-3 | From Signs of Our FaithTagged as: 3rd Principle (Acceptance & Spiritual Growth), 5th Principle (Conscience & Democracy), Democracy, Identity, Leadership, Meaning, Relationships, Service, Stewardship, Teamwork, Trust, Unitarian UniversalismCurriculum page -
Activity time: 3 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice, candle and lighter or LED battery-operated candle Centering table A chime or bell Newsprint, markers, and tape Optional: Cloth for centering table Preparation for Activity Prepare to lead the Opening described below: Set a chalice table wit...Activity | July 9, 2013 | For Children, Grades 2-3 | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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Who are the leaders that have helped shape your notions about leadership? Have you intentionally developed some of their characteristics? What do you think they were faithful to in their leadership? Some of our most famous models of leaders have been religious women and men....July 9, 2013 | For Grades 2-3 | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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Our leadership is just ourself. — Claudette Colvin, civil rights activist A community is like a ship: everyone ought to be prepared to take the helm. — Henrik Ibsen, playwright This session sets a stage and expectations for children to grow in Unitarian Universalist leadership. Participants...July 9, 2013 | For Grades 2-3 | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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The idea for a basket of "fidget objects" to provide children during session activities comes from Sally Patton, author, workshop leader, and advocate for children with special needs....Leader Resource | July 9, 2013 | For Children, Grades 2-3 | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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Kamal was excited. His best friend Abby's birthday was today. In the kitchen, Kamal found his mother, Sherry, drinking her morning cup of coffee out of the mug he had given her for Mother's Day. He said, "Good morning, Mom....Story | July 9, 2013 | For Children, Grades 2-3 | From Signs of Our FaithTagged as: Community, Friendship, MeaningCurriculum page
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Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Index cards Preparation for Activity Write on newsprint, and post: A ritual is an action that is repeated. A ritual is always done in the same way. Write descriptions of rituals from home, congregational, or school life...Activity | July 9, 2013 | For Children, Grades 2-3 | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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Activity time: 20 minutes Preparation for Activity Schedule a short tour for a time other than during worship services. If are less familiar with the space than you would like, ask the minister, religious educator, or another informed lay leader to conduct the tour. Description of Activity...Activity | July 9, 2013 | For Children, Grades 2-3 | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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Rituals and Patterns in Children's Lives, edited by Kathy Merlock Jackson (Madison, WI: Popular Press 3, 2005), is a book of essays on the evolution of modern rituals and their significance for individuals and families. http://www.amazon.com/Book-Family-Traditions-Revised-Updated/dp/0762443… Book...July 9, 2013 | For Grades 2-3 | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Name tags and markers, and (optional) decorations for the name tags Chalice, candle and lighter or LED battery-operated candle Preparation for Activity Set name tag supplies on work tables. Description of Activity Invite children to decorate a name...Activity | July 9, 2013 | For Children, Grades 2-3 | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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Ritual is the act of sanctifying action—even ordinary action—so that it has meaning: I can light a candle because I need light or because the candle represents the light I need. — Christina Baldwin, storyteller and author This first session teaches what we mean when we talk about signs,...July 9, 2013 | For Grades 2-3 | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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Utility | July 9, 2013 | For Grades 2-3 | From Signs of Our FaithTagged as: 3rd Principle (Acceptance & Spiritual Growth), Community, Culture, Identity, Meaning, Religion, Unitarian UniversalismCurriculum page
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Activity Minutes Opening 15 Activity 1: Rituals In Our Lives 10 Activity 2: Story — Abby's Birthday 10 Activity 3: Symbol Game and Drawing 20 Faith in Action: Attending Worship Closing 5 Alternate Activity 1: Leadership in Action — Tour of the Building 20 Alternate Activity 2: Ritual Charades 10...July 9, 2013 | For Grades 2-3 | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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Read each session ahead of time and plan with your co-leader. Be organized enough to be flexible. Read stories through at least once so your storytelling has a good flow. Tapestry of Faith programs are designed for adaptation to your congregational needs. Use Alternate Activities to replace core...July 9, 2013 | For Grades 2-3 | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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Our lives begin to end the day that we become silent about the things that matter. — Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King IN TODAY'S SESSION... we talked about public witness as a sign of our Unitarian Universalist faith. We said that we should speak up when we witness a wrong and speak out to support...Taking It Home | July 9, 2013 | For Grades 2-3, Families | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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In the end we will conserve only what we love. We will love only what we understand. We will understand only what we are taught. — Baba Dioum, conservationist IN TODAY'S SESSION... we said that, as Unitarian Universalists, we believe in being good stewards....Taking It Home | July 9, 2013 | For Grades 2-3, Families | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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A person will worship something, have no doubt about that. We may think our tribute is paid in secret in the dark recesses of our hearts, but it will out. That which dominates our imaginations and our thoughts will determine our lives, and our character....Taking It Home | July 9, 2013 | For Grades 2-3, Families | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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Those of us who have come through the great doors, who have made of this place the soul of Sunday on our spiritual journey, share a commitment... to radical hospitality. This is the heart of our faith: love, service, justice, peace. — Rev. Kim K....Taking It Home | July 9, 2013 | For Grades 2-3, Families | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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What should young people do with their lives today? Many things, obviously. But the most daring thing is to create stable communities in which the terrible disease of loneliness can be cured. — Kurt Vonnegut IN TODAY'S SESSION... we discussed communities. We identified the communities to which we...Taking It Home | July 9, 2013 | For Grades 2-3, Families | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page
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We are here that we might have life and have it more abundantly, so that we might share it with others. Come, let us join together as a generous people. — John. C. Morgan IN TODAY'S SESSION... we explored sharing as a way to be UU every day. We talked about UU flower, water, and bread communion...Taking It Home | July 9, 2013 | For Grades 2-3, Families | From Signs of Our FaithCurriculum page