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We convince by our presence. — Walt Whitman IN TODAY'S SESSION... the children heard about Unitarian Universalist Kat Sinclair, who organized a peaceful protest in which participants blocked potentially hateful signs and speech by wearing giant angel wings. We talked about air power as the power...Taking It Home | October 20, 2014 | For Families | From Sing to the Power -
In stillness the world is restored. — Lao Tzu IN TODAY'S SESSION... the children heard a story which connected Henry David Thoreau seeking stillness at Walden Pond with the biblical story of Elijah finding God in the "still, small voice." We talked about air power as power that comes from...Taking It Home | October 20, 2014 | For Grades 4-5, Families | From Sing to the Power
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Charity begins at home, and justice begins next door. — Charles Dickens IN TODAY'S SESSION... the children heard about Project Harvest Hope, a UU organization which promotes economic development in Unitarian villages in Transylvania (ethnically Hungarian Romania). This project, which was started...Taking It Home | October 20, 2014 | For Grades 4-5, Families | From Sing to the Power
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Only in growth, reform, and change, paradoxically enough, is true security to be found. — Anne Morrow Lindbergh IN TODAY'S SESSION... the children heard about Michael Covington and the Georgia Street Community Garden, an urban gardening and community center in Covington's home neighborhood in...Taking It Home | October 20, 2014 | For Grades 4-5, Families | From Sing to the Power
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All things must come to the soul from its roots, from where it is planted. — St. Theresa of Avila IN TODAY'S SESSION... the children heard about the poet George Ella Lyons who was inspired by a friend's describing a deep sense of place and roots to write the poem "Where I'm From." They explored...Taking It Home | October 20, 2014 | For Families | From Sing to the Power
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Those who dwell among the beauties and mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life. — Rachel Carson, 20th-century environmental activist IN TODAY'S SESSION... the children heard an Australian Aboriginal story of the creation of the world from the dreamtime. We introduced the idea that...Taking It Home | October 20, 2014 | For Grades 4-5, Families | From Sing to the Power
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Reflect on these questions and discuss them with your co-leader: How do we feel about what went on during this session? Why? What was the best part of this session? Why? What preparation do we need for the next session?October 20, 2014 | For Preschool | From Chalice Children -
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 | October 20, 2014 | For Children, Preschool | From Chalice Children
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Take time before the session and find a quiet place for reflection. Reflect on the variety of families who make up your congregation. Hold each in your mind's eye, observing their smiles, their concern for one another, their difficulties, their sadness, their joy and their love for one another....October 20, 2014 | For Preschool | From Chalice Children
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Activity Minutes Activity 1: Free Play 15 Activity 2: Circle Rhymes Transition 5 Activity 3: Circle Time 5 Activity 4: Story 5 Activity 5: A Special Jigsaw Puzzle 15 Activity 6: Circle Games 10 Closing 5...October 20, 2014 | For Preschool | From Chalice Children
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There are no extra pieces in the universe. Everyone is here because he or she has a place to fill, and every piece must fit itself into the big jigsaw puzzle. — Deepak Chopra The activities in this session help children feel as if they are part of a wonderful variety of Unitarian Universalist...October 20, 2014 | For Preschool | From Chalice Children
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Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity 8 1/2 x 11-inch paper or card stock Markers and crayons Doilies, glitter, and other decorative add-ons Glue sticks Scissors (child-friendly), including left-handed scissors Envelopes big enough to hold 4 1/4 x 5 1/2-inch cards Paper towels, moisten...Activity | October 20, 2014 | For Children, Preschool | From Chalice Children
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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 | October 20, 2014 | For Children, Preschool | From Chalice Children
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Sangha means community. Dharma Talk: Sangha, a talk by Thich Nhat Hanh, published on the Mindfulness Bell website, describes how and why the next Buddha may be a Sangha, as mentioned in the Spiritual Preparation for leaders. Read an April 2, 2006 UU sermon, "Wh… Wondrous Love Is This?" by Dottie...October 20, 2014 | For Preschool | From Chalice Children
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Reflect on these questions and discuss them with your co-leader: How do we feel about what went on during this session? Why? What was the best part of this session? Why? What preparation do we need for the next session?October 20, 2014 | From Chalice Children
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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....Activity | October 20, 2014 | For Children, Preschool | From Chalice Children
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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 | October 20, 2014 | For Children, Preschool | From Chalice Children
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Take time before the session and find a quiet place for reflection. Listen to this instrumental version of "What Wondrous Love," which may especially affect you if the tune is new to you. The simple, Southern folk hymn has a plaintive melody that pulls at the heart strings. Our UU words, "To love...October 20, 2014 | From Chalice Children
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Activity Minutes Activity 1: Free Play 15 Activity 2: Circle Rhymes Transition 5 Activity 3: Circle Time 5 Activity 4: Story 5 Activity 5: Making Cards 15 Activity 6: Circle Games 10 Closing 5...October 20, 2014 | For Preschool | From Chalice Children
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What wondrous love is this that brings my heart such bliss, and takes away the pain of my soul . . . — "What Wondrous Love," Hymn 18 in Singing the Living Tradition Affirming children for being helpful increases their feelings of self-worth and of being part of a family and community. Children...October 20, 2014 | For Preschool | From Chalice Children