Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story "Many Paths to God" Optional: Four different hand puppets Optional: "Many Paths to God" coloring sheet, and crayons Preparation for Activity Read the story so you are comfortable presenting it as a play....

Activity time: 5 minutes Description of Activity Invite everyone to gather in a circle and hold hands....

Materials for Activity A digital still camera and photo printing equipment, or a Polaroid instant camera Construction paper, multiple colors Scissors Glue sticks or rubber cement Push pins or stapler Preparation for Activity Arrange to use a prominent bulletin board in the congregation....

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Ribbon sticks (or wrist ribbons) in a container (Session 1, Opening) Chalice, candle, and lighter or LED/battery-operated candle Session 1, Leader Resource 1, Rote Teaching - Love Surrounds Us Song Green cloth for centering table Preparation for...

Materials for Activity Ribbon sticks (or wrist ribbons) in a container (Session 1, Opening) Drawing paper and crayons Preparation for Activity If you have not previously made ribbons sticks or wrist ribbons for each child do it now as per instructions in Session 1, Opening....

Hundreds of years ago, when America was still a very new country, Unitarianism and Universalism were also very new. They were actually two separate religions. By itself, Universalism was a loving and accepting religion. Universalists believed that God loved everyone and did not punish people. In...

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Felt hearts mounted on felt squares and magnets, assembled in Session 2, Alternate Activity 1 A roll of 1/8-inch green ribbon Extra felt, magnets, and ribbon (red, orange, and yellow) for new participants, plus glue, sharp scissors, and permanent...

Activity time: 10 minutes Preparation for Activity Find out about your congregation's use of the names of historical figures. There may be rooms in your congregational building named after local or national figures, or your congregation itself may have been named after someone....

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, Chalice Picture for Magnet Magnetic strips or magnetic sheets Clean metal or plastic lids, approximately two inches in diameter - one for each participant Crayons and/or markers, scissors (including left-handed scissors), craft glue, and...

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity A large empty container, shoe box, or other container with a lid A sheet of letterhead paper from your congregation, and a writing utensil Quart size plastic baggies A current, local newspaper and/or a congregational newsletter Permanent marker Ite...

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity A copy of the story "Nathaniel Takes a Ride" Optional: "Nathaniel Takes a Ride" coloring sheet Preparation for Activity Practice reading the story aloud. Optional: Download, print, and copy the coloring sheet (PDF). Place coloring sheets and crayons...

Activity time: 5 minutes Description of Activity Invite everyone to gather in a circle and hold hands....

Materials for Activity Information about your congregation's Partner Church, including contact information Preparation for Activity Contact your partner church as a representative of the faith development program. Ask if your group could help them raise funds for a special project....

Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Ribbon sticks (or wrist ribbons) in a container (Session 1, Opening) Chalice, candle, and lighter or LED/battery-operated candle Session 1,Leader Resource 1, Rote Teaching — Love Surrounds Us Song Green cloth for centering table Preparation for...

Materials for Activity Ribbon sticks (or wrist ribbons) in a container (Session 1, Opening) Drawing paper and crayons Preparation for Activity If you have not previously made ribbons sticks or wrist ribbons for each child do it now as per instructions in Session 1, Opening....

Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 2, Poster - Third Principle Crayons and/or color markers Preparation for Activity Copy Handout 2 for all participants. Set crayons/markers at work tables. Description of Activity Distribute the handout. Invite children to think about an...

Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity Large pieces of construction paper in various colors Magazines, newspapers, greeting cards, and calendars with pictures to cut up Scissors, including left-handed scissors, and glue sticks Preparation for Activity Gather old magazines and greeting...

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Clay that air-dries or can be baked, various colors Parchment paper Preparation for Activity Separate clay into small pieces about 1/4-cup size, or 2x3 inches square. Set clay on work tables. Place parchment paper on a clean, dry surface where...

Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Index cards, enough for each participant to have three Pencils for all participants Preparation for Activity Distribute three index cards per child and pencils at work tables. Ask readers/writers to help others write and spell their words....

Activity time: 10 minutes Preparation for Activity Clear a large open space for participants to sit in a circle on the floor. Description of Activity This activity prepares participants to learn about ritual in our congregations by first discussing rituals in their everyday lives....