Activity time: 15 minutes Description of Activity The group debates human nature. Here are questions for the group to debate: Are people born good? Are we inherently good? Or do we need to be taught virtues? If practicing virtues makes us better at achieving them, does that mean we are not born...

Materials for Activity "Bicycle Rack" newsprint sheet from Opening Description of Activity Youth discuss ethical challenges they have faced. If someone shared an experience in check-in or during any workshop activities that the group would like to explore further, do so now. This could be...

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Blank paper and writing instruments Optional: A copy of the Unitarian Universalist Principles Preparation for Activity Optional: Write a few complicated sentences on slips of paper. Description of Activity Youth discuss the damage gossip can do....

Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Participants' journals, and writing instruments Participants' clipboards with anklets (Workshop 1, Activity 3, Practice) Beads, and waterproof markers and/or other decorations Extra clipboards and string/hemp, and sciss...

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Preparation for Activity Post blank newsprint. Description of Activity Participants identify positive and negative aspects of the day's virtue. Choose a volunteer to take notes on newsprint. Ask the group to define...

Description of Activity Participants examine the press for dishonesty. Invite the group to discuss a political or social issue that is important to them. It could be immigration or gay rights or racism....

Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Preparation for Activity Research organizations in your area that provide assistance for addictions....

Materials for Activity "Bicycle Rack" newsprint sheet from Opening Description of Activity Youth discuss ethical challenges they have faced. If someone shared an experience in check-in or during any workshop activities that the group would like to explore further, do so now. This could be...

Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Participants' journals, and writing instruments Participants' clipboards with anklets (Workshop 1, Activity 3, Practice) Beads, and waterproof markers and/or other decorations Extra clipboards and string/hemp, and sciss...

Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Preparation for Activity Post two sheets of newsprint, one headed "Moderation - Up Side", the other headed "Moderation - Down Side." Post a third sheet headed "Moderation means... " and write these definitions:...

Activity time: 20 minutes Preparation for Activity Prepare several scenarios that involve making a decision. Description of Activity Participants use knowledge of brain science to examine decision making. Invite participants to role play making decisions....

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Preparation for Activity Ask your religious educator and/or youth advisor for a standard covenant youth groups use in your congregation. If one exists, ask if you may build on it with the youth in this group. If no...

Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, Ethical Statements Pen or pencil for each participant Preparation for Activity Copy Handout 1, Ethical Statements, for all participants. Description of Activity Introduce the activity with words like these: We have explored a number of...

Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story "The Boy Who Cried Wolf" Newsprint, markers, and tape Preparation for Activity Print the story. Familiarize yourself so you will be able to read or tell it. Write on newsprint, and post: What moral reasoning did the villagers...

Activity time: 3 minutes Materials for Activity Taking It Home handout Preparation for Activity Re-post the newsprint with hymn lyrics from the Opening. Customize Taking It Home and copy for all participants. You may wish to include the Faith in Action section. Description of Activity Distribute...

Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Music player(s) for sharing cassette tapes, MP-3s, and/or CDs Preparation for Activity Before this workshop, invite participants to bring recordings of music that has inspired them in resisting oppression. Tell the...

Activity time: 25 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, Sharon Welch and an Ethic of Risk Preparation for Activity Read Handout 1, Sharon Welch and an Ethic of Risk. Copy it for all participants....

Activity time: 25 minutes Materials for Activity Story, "Dolores Huerta" Preparation for Activity Print the story, "Dolores Huerta." Prepare to read it aloud or prearrange with a volunteer to do so, and give the volunteer the story in advance. Write on newsprint, and post: What surprises or...

Activity time: 13 minutes Materials for Activity Unlined paper, and a selection of writing and drawing tools, such as calligraphy pens, color pencils, and fine point markers Taking It Home handout Preparation for Activity Set out materials where all can reach them....

Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity Stories to read aloud, chosen from options in Preparation for Activity Optional: Computer, with speakers if available, with Internet connection Preparation for Activity Purchase folk tale books or borrow from a library, choosing one of these:...