Jacob Lawrence The Migration Series, Panel No. 3: From every southern town migrants left by the hundreds to travel north.1940-1941 The Phillips Collection, Washington, D.C. (C) 2009 The Jacob and Gwendolyn Lawrence Foundation, Seattle/ Artists Rights You have two options for using this image....

Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, “Pull the Next One Up,” by Marc Kelly Smith Journals and pens/pencils Preparation for Activity Photocopy Handout 1, “Pull the Next One Up,” one for each participant. Description of Activity Distribute Handout 1, “Pull the Next One...

Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Copies of the inSpirit: UU Book and Gift Shop, Skinner House, and Beacon Press catalogs, one for every 3-4 participants Optional: A computer with Internet access Preparation for Activity You can request multiple copies of these catalogs by Internet...

Materials for Activity Varies by ritual as designed by the group Preparation for Activity Read Description of Activity, below....

James Reeb's calling emerged slowly, but steadily. He had grown up in Casper, Wyoming, where he met and married his wife Marie. A devout and conservative Christian, after college James began preparation for the Presbyterian ministry. While in seminary, he began to question his faith....

Activity time: 35 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 1, Background on Congregational Polity Newsprint, markers, and tape Copies of Singing the Living Tradition for all participants A map of your District or Region large enough to show your UUA District Preparation for Activity Review...

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Raw popcorn kernels Small paper lunch bags or plain coffee filters Popcorn popper Oil (unless using an air popper) Optional: Salt and butter Preparation for Activity Locate a popcorn popper and decide where to pop the popcorn. If you use an air...

Activity time: 10 minutes Preparation for Activity Familiarize yourself with the games and songs. Display any posters you have made. Description of Activity Gather in a circle on the floor. Play the games and sing the songs. Keep the pace brisk to help the children stay focused. Welcome, Chalice...

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Facial tissues, at least two sheets per ghost Rubber bands, one per ghost; small bands work best (so children don't have to double a band to fasten it) String or yarn Black markers Preparation for Activity Cut string or yarn into 18-inch lengths (o...

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Story book Preparation for Activity Choose a story from the following suggestions: Little Boo by Stephen Wunderli, 2014. The leaves fall, the wind blows, and one little pumpkin seed tries and tries to be scary. But he doesn't scare anyone . . ....

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Circle Rhymes posters Preparation for Activity Display the Circle Rhymes posters from Session 1. Description of Activity Using the same songs and chants each week will help the children transition smoothly and predictably from free play to Circle Time.

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice-lighting words, written on newsprint Chalice with tea light flame or other preschool chalice option Feelings Chart or Feelings Flashcards by Todd Parr Preparation for Activity Post the chalice-lighting words on the wall near the Circle Time...

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Name tags Variety of free play options, such as toys, a puzzle, a storybook, manipulatives, dramatic play props, and markers and paper Supplies for a free play activity relating to Halloween Preparation for Activity Make name tags for the children ...

Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Taking It Home handout Markers or crayons Preschool chalice Optional: Envelopes, hole punch, and yarn or ribbon Preparation for Activity Download and adapt Taking It Home and make a copy for each child....

Description of Activity The theme of Unit 5 is "We celebrate holidays." Use one of the many traditional service projects associated with various holidays or design your own Faith in Action activity based on the customs and practices of your congregation....

Description of Activity In the Chalice Children program, sessions begin with Activity 1, Free Play rather than a formal Opening. The chalice is lit in Activity 3, Circle Time.

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Pretty tablecloth Variety of breads, including some that are gluten-free, and baskets Cutting board and knife Plastic wrap Moistened paper towels Materials for a supplementary, sensory activity Optional: Toppings, such as jam, butter, and honey, an...

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 1, The Flower and Water Ceremonies Pretty tablecloth Attractive, clear vase or pitcher of water Clear plastic cups, one for each child A large bowl Paper towels Materials for a supplementary, sensory activity Optional: Digital camer...

Activity time: 10 minutes Preparation for Activity Familiarize yourself with the games and songs. Display any posters you have made. Two new songs and games-Five Little Flowers and Ring Around the Rosy-appear in this session in honor of the flower ceremony....

Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 1, The Flower and Water Ceremonies Fresh flowers of many different varieties, at least one for each child and extras for the altar Pretty tablecloth Vase(s) or basket(s) Materials for a supplementary, sensory activity Optional: Digi...