Description of Activity The Church of the Larger Fellowship is an online community of Unitarian Universalists that offers many important programs, including one in prison ministry in which individuals and families can exchange confidential (only first names are used) letters with people currently...

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice, candle, lighter or LED/battery-operated candle Newsprint, markers and tape Preparation for Activity Write the chalice lighting words on newsprint and post. Description of Activity Gather youth in a circle. Welcome first-time participants.

Sarah Foster is a lifelong Unitarian Universalist who wanted to make the world a better place while doing something that she loved. What she loved was performing and making others laugh, so she became a clown. As a professional clown with Clowns Without Borders, Sarah has traveled to Haiti,...

Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, Words of Joy, for all participants Two sheets of white cardstock for each participant Scissors (including left-handed scissors) Markers and colored pencils Magazines Description of Activity Youth create joyful greeting cards....

Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Mural paper Paint brushes and paint Newspaper Handout 1, Words of Joy, for all participants Preparation for Activity Find space to roll out a large sheet of paper. Make sure the surface under and around the paper is protected with newspaper.

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity One copy of Leader Resource 1, Laughter Vignettes Newsprint, markers and tape Handout 1, Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, from Workshop 2 Optional: Costumes and props Description of Activity Youth explore the roles of laughter and joy in emotional and...

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Copy of the story "Clowning for Joy in Haiti" Preparation for Activity Read the story until you are comfortable presenting it. Optional: Make copies of the story for youth to share and read along....

Materials for Activity Handout 1, Oppression Continuum, or projected Justicemakers Guide, from Workshop 5 Handout 2, Ally Action 6 The returned handouts from the last workshop Pens or pencils Optional: computer and large monitor, or projector and screen Preparation for Activity If you are using t...

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Copies of Taking It Home for all participants Description of Activity Distribute Taking It Home. Invite youth to stand in a circle and do the hokey-pokey! Thank first-time guests for their contributions to the group....

Preparation for Activity Find a theater/group that works well with youth. Or, enlist actors within your congregation who would like to assist youth with this activity. Description of Activity Participants bring fun and joy to others. Laughter is 30 times more likely to happen in a group situation...

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice, candle, lighter or LED/battery-operated candle Newsprint, markers and tape Preparation for Activity Write the chalice lighting words on newsprint and post. Description of Activity Gather youth in a circle. Welcome first-time participants.

We say the young have much to learn, but I find they know and do things unfamiliar to me, so I am pleased to learn from them when I can. Example: Two young college men asked me for a ride, because they were late to work. Their summer construction job was near my office, so I was glad to oblige....

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity One paper plate and craft stick for each youth Craft items, including old magazines, felt, glitter, paint, paint brushes, scissors and glue sticks Description of Activity Youth use their imaginations to design a mask that allows people to see the...

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Preparation for Activity Print the beginning of the story on newsprint and post. Description of Activity Youth explore how sharing our imaginations enriches the imaginations of others....

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Costume items and props: pieces of fabric, ties, hats, pipe cleaners, rope and string Paper, pens or pencils Description of Activity Youth dream big about changing the world. Announce that it is time to change the world....

Activity time: 25 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, Questionnaire Leader Resource 1, Environmental Justice Tea Party Introduction and Roles Pens or pencils Cups, spoons and teapot A choice of herbal teas and honey Preparation for Activity Cut apart the roles in Leader Resource 1,...

Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Copy of the story "The Chair Men" Preparation for Activity Read the story until you are comfortable presenting it. Optional: Make copies of the story for youth to share and read along. Description of Activity A story invites youth to consider how...

Materials for Activity Handout 1, Oppression Continuum, or projected Justicemakers Guide, from Workshop 5 Handout 2, Ally Action 5 The returned handouts from the last workshop Pens or pencils Optional: Computer and large monitor, or projector and screen Preparation for Activity If you are using t...

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Copies of Taking It Home for all participants Description of Activity Distribute Taking It Home. Invite youth to stand in a circle and say one word that speaks to a dream they hope to fulfill. Thank first-time participants for their contributions to...

Description of Activity Imagine a world of Environmental Justice Superheroes! Publish a comic book (one edition or more) about the work that your congregation is doing to qualify as a Green Sanctuary. Or nominate members of the community outside of your congregation who are Environmental Justice...