1. Wisdom, compassion, and courage are the three universally recognized moral qualities of men. http://thinkexist.com/quotation/wisdom-compassion-and_courage_are_the_t… (Confucianism) 2. I have observed that religious practice is not a precondition either of ethical conduct or of happiness itself.

Spirit of Life, I give thanks for the opportunities to love that present themselves in the turmoil of life. When the light catches the tears in another's eyes, where hands are held and there are moments without words, let us be present then, and alive to the possibility of changing....

Religious Tolerance has information and quotations on the Ethics of Reciprocity and the Golden Rule. Buddhism is well known as a religion that calls for compassion....

Reflect on the workshop with your co-leader. Which activities did the group enjoy most? Were varied learning styles addressed? Are the group dynamics taking shape in a healthy way, or are there issues you should address?...

Spend a few moments with Handout 1, Prayer for Compassion by Reverend Elizabeth L. Tarbox. Consider how compassion is, or could be, a spiritual practice in your life.

Activity Minutes Opening 10 Activity 1: Mirror Neurons 10 Activity 2: Ideal vs....

One's life has value so long as one attributes value to the life of others, by means of love, friendship, indignation and compassion. — Simone de Beauvoir This workshop brings scientific information, religious exploration, and, of course, opportunities for youth to share from their personal...

"We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children." — Native American Proverb "Ours is not the task of fixing the entire world all at once, but of stretching out to mend the part of the world that is within our reach." — Clarissa Pinkola Estes, author and...

Activity time: 30 minutes Materials for Activity An audio recording of the Ray Bradbury short story, "A Sound of Thunder" A computer with Internet connection, and an audio player Preparation for Activity Obtain an audio recording of the story "A Sound of Thunder," included in R is for Rocket by R...

Activity time: 15 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...

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...

Reflect on the workshop with your co-leader. Which activities did the group enjoy most? Were varied learning styles addressed? Are group dynamics taking shape in a healthy way or are there issues you should address? Did participants keep to the covenant? Do co-leaders feel the work is shared...

Materials for Activity Plain cloth shopping bags Fabric paint Stencils of the congregation's logo, chalice, or other artwork Preparation for Activity You can purchase plain cloth bags from many vendors, including Michael's craft stores and websites The Cloth Bag Company and EcoBags.

Being responsible can be a burden if we feel we have to solve all the world's problems by ourselves. Some people become overwhelmed by their own sense of responsibility, and give into feelings of impotence and become apathetic....

Activity Minutes Opening 10 Activity 1: Two Sides to Every Virtue 10 Activity 2: Who Is Responsible? 15 Activity 3: Dilemma 10 Activity 4: Story — Paper, Plastic, or Cloth? 10 Activity 5: Creating a Web 15 Activity 6: Practice 15 Faith in Action: Cloth Bags Closing 5 Alternate Activity 1: Real...

You cannot hope to build a better world without improving the individuals. To that end, each of us must work for our own improvement and, at the same time, share a general responsibility for all humanity, our particular duty being to aid those to whom we think we can be most useful....

When Joseph Jordan (pronounced Jerden) was born in Virginia in 1842, slavery was still legal. Most people of African descent were treated as property, like horses or dogs. They were bought and sold; they had no rights. Whether enslaved or free, people of color were not treated with respect....

Materials for Activity Drawing paper and drawing implements including color markers, multicultural skin tone markers, crayons, and/or color pencils Description of Activity Tell the group: Frances Ellen Watkins Harper, one of our faith ancestors, said, "The respect that is only bought by gold is n...

Activity time: 120 minutes Materials for Activity DVD of the film Easy A (PG-13, directed by Will Gluck, 2010) DVD player and digital projector or large monitor Preparation for Activity The movie deals with sexual topics. Preview it to determine its suitability for your group. Test electronic...

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...