Read the story, "The Scratched Diamond." When have you worked to turn scratches upon your own life into beautiful flowers? Consider the children in the Love Will Guide Us group. Allow yourself to name characteristics they display which you find challenging. How can some of these characteristics...

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Adapted by Lynn Tuttle Gunney from Meet Jesus: The Life and Lessons of a Beloved Teacher by Lynn Tuttle Gunney (Skinner House, 2007), available from inSpirit: The UU Book and Gift Shop.This is the story of Jesus, a beloved teacher....

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Mural paper and tape Black markers Color markers, crayons, or color pencils Optional: Construction paper, scissors, yarn, glitter, and glue Preparation for Activity Tape a large sheet of mural paper to the floor in a large, open space. Set out...

Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Mustard seed packets For bookmarks: Heavy paper stock, glue that dries clear, craft sticks (popsicle sticks), contact paper (sticky on one side), a permanent marker, and (optional) thin ribbon and a single-hole punch Optional: Music, and music play...

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape A copy of The Holy Bible: New Revised Standard Version (Nashville, Tennessee: Thomas Nelson, Inc.) Optional: Extra Bibles for children to share Optional: A copy of the story "Meet Jesus" Preparation for Activity...

Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, UU Source Constellation - Jewish and Christian Teachings Leader Resource 1, UU Source Constellation Answer Sheet - Jewish and Christian Teachings Night Sky display and push pins, tape, or sticky tack (Session 1, Opening) Gold and silver...

Activity time: 7 minutes Materials for Activity Felt candle-and-flame board (see Session 1, Alternate Activity 1) A basket of felt "flames" and a basket of felt "candles" Optional: LED/battery-operated tea lights or candles Preparation for Activity If needed, make a felt board by stapling or nail...

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story "Meet Jesus" A large basket Objects related to the story such as a small sheep toy, a Torah scroll (paper wrapped onto two scrolls and tied with cord), a small book of Christian scripture, a figure of Jesus, or a Christian cross...

Activity time: 18 minutes Preparation for Activity Clear an area where four or more children can arrange themselves in a group sculpture. Set up chairs for an "audience." Write a list of objects for the groups to "sculpt," such as typewriter, computer, car, bulldozer, sink, helicopter, food...

Take a few minutes to evaluate the session with your co-leader immediately afterward, while it is fresh. Share your thoughts with any other team leaders and your religious educator. You might find it helpful to consider these questions: Were all children actively engaged?...

Materials for Activity Archival photos and memorabilia from your congregation, such as pictures of members doing things together, old picture directories of congregational members, or a video of a children's play or a worship service Preparation for Activity Arrange to provide a meal for a large...

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Materials for Activity Newsprint A variety of color markers or crayons Preparation for Activity Arrange newsprint and markers or crayons on work tables....

Center yourself with your personal beliefs and the calling you have found, as a Unitarian Universalist religious education leader, to offer choices for our children. Recall our fourth Principle, "The free and responsible search for truth and meaning." Christianity, at times, brings up strong...