This section of the Blue Boat blog includes links to training tools (including videos and webinars) and articles by the staff of the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministries for informing, building, sustaining and guiding ministry for Unitarian Universalist youth and young adults, youth and young adults of color, Campus Ministry, and those who serve them.
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Worship by youth, for all Worship is a central part of the General Assembly experience and it’s not different for those who participate in Youth Caucus. From fully developed worship services to small moments of reflection, the Youth Caucus staff aims to infuse the youth experience with meaningful…
By Jeremie Bateman | May 14, 2013 | From General Assembly for Youth & Young AdultsTagged as: Beliefs & Principles, Faith, Faith Development, High School-Aged Youth Faith Development, Leadership, Spirituality, Unitarian Universalism, Youth Sunday -
The Unitarian Universalist Association and United Church of Christ are offering a free workshop on sexuality for campus ministers before the National Campus Ministry Association’s (NCMA) annual conference this summer….
By Kayla Parker | May 10, 2013 | From On CampusTagged as: Congregational Action, Growth, High School-Aged Youth Faith Development, Leadership, Multigenerational Faith Development, Secular, Unitarian Universalism, Unity, Young Adult Faith Development (ages 18-35) -
Plug yourself in Whether you come to General Assembly alone or with your youth group the programs offered by Youth Caucus are a great place to get connected! Here are some highlights. YOUTH MIXER On Wednesday night, the Youth Caucus Room will become a social space with games, music, conversation,…
By Jeremie Bateman | May 8, 2013 | From Stories and VoicesTagged as: Education, Growth, High School-Aged Youth Faith Development, Leadership, Secular, Teaching Methods, Unitarian Universalism, Youth Sunday -
Be an individual in the crowd In just six short weeks, thousands of Unitarian Universalists will gather in Louisville, Kentucky for our annual General Assembly. Youth always have a strong presence at GA, and we expect this year will be no different. As of May 3, we had over 180 youth registered….
By Jeremie Bateman | May 7, 2013 | From Stories and VoicesTagged as: High School-Aged Youth Faith Development, Leadership, Unitarian Universalism, Youth Sunday -
We re-post an excerpt of this story from the Standing on the Side of Love blog, reminding us how much stronger are the bonds of love than of hate. – Ed. May 07, 2013. This post was written by Helene Newberg….
By Ted Resnikoff | May 7, 2013 | From Stories and VoicesTagged as: Connections, Faith Development, Growth, Multigenerational Faith Development, Unitarian Universalism, Unity, Young Adult Faith Development (ages 18-35) -
Rosemary Dodd has been elected 2013-14 Youth Observer for the Unitarian Universalist Association Board of Trustees. As a junior from Petaluma, California, Rosemary says that her “experiences on this regional level have motivated me to serve on a national one” and is honored by the opportunity.
By Carey McDonald | May 3, 2013 | From Stories and VoicesTagged as: Growth, High School-Aged Youth Faith Development, Interdependence, Leadership, Purpose, Unitarian Universalism, UUA Headquarters, Youth Sunday -
We repost an excerpt of this thoughtful reflection by David L. Odom from our friends at Building Faith on involving youth more fully in congregation life and mission. This post originally appeared on the Duke University Faith and Leadership blog – Ed. Overinvesting in the Young When American…
By Ted Resnikoff | May 2, 2013 | From Stories and VoicesTagged as: Choice, Congregational Action, Education, Growth, High School-Aged Youth Faith Development, Identity, Leadership, Secular, Spiritual Practice, Teaching Methods, Unitarian Universalism, UU Identity, Youth Sunday -
UU Living Legacy Project to offer this special social justice pilgrimage for high school youths. This experience begins and ends in Atlanta, Ga., taking us to the key civil rights cities of Birmingham and Selma, Ala. As we explore a few of the most important sites of the civil rights movement,…
By Ted Resnikoff | May 2, 2013 | From Events and OpportunitiesTagged as: Activism, Anti-Oppression, Connections, Faith Development, High School-Aged Youth Faith Development, Homecoming / Ingathering, Leadership, Secular, Unitarian Universalism, Youth Sunday -
Earlier this month, from Friday, April 12th to Sunday, April 14th young adult leaders from across the country gathered at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Shelter Rock in Manhasset, NY for a leadership conference. Many were from the greater Metro NY area, with some traveling from…
By Kayla Parker | May 2, 2013 | From On CampusTagged as: Awards, Scholarships, & Grants, Community, Connections, Faith Development, Growth, Leadership, Multiculturalism, Secular, Unitarian Universalism, Young Adult Faith Development (ages 18-35) -
Earlier this month, from Friday, April 12th to Sunday, April 14th young adult leaders from across the country gathered at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Shelter Rock in Manhasset, NY for a leadership conference. Many were from the greater Metro NY area, with some traveling from…
By Kayla Parker | May 2, 2013 | From Stories and VoicesTagged as: Campus Ministry, Choice, Community, Congregational Action, Growth, Multiculturalism, Spiritual Practice, Unitarian Universalism, Young Adult Faith Development (ages 18-35)