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Think about the participants who participated in the session today. What did they learn? Did they understand what it means to be accepting? Were participants able to effectively participate in the meditation? Would you conduct the meditation differently if you did it again? Reflect on your...October 27, 2011 | From Love Surrounds Us -
Activity time: 5 minutes Description of Activity Invite everyone to gather in a circle and hold hands....Activity | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades K-1 | From Love Surrounds Us
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Materials for Activity Poster paper Crayons or markers Tape or sticky tack A large cardboard box or other container Donated, unused hygiene items such as toothpaste, soap, shampoo, toothbrush, and deodorant Preparation for Activity Depending on your congregation polity, you may need to clear this...Activity | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades K-1 | From Love Surrounds Us
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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 Yellow cloth for centering table Preparation for...Activity | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades K-1 | From Love Surrounds Us
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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 | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades K-1 | From Love Surrounds Us
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We are all unique. As adults, it is often an advantage to stand out because of our differences in abilities or skills. As a leader, you will demonstrate to participants that we should all be proud of ourselves and be accepting of others. Relax into a comfortable position and close your eyes....October 27, 2011 | From Love Surrounds Us
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Activity Minutes Welcoming and Entering 0 Opening 10 Activity 1: Story — Odd Velvet 15 Activity 2: Celebrating Differences 10 Activity 3: Song — I'm Unique and Unrepeatable 10 Activity 4: Loving Kindness Walking Meditation 10 Faith in Action: Hygiene Project Closing 5 Alternate Activity 1:...October 27, 2011 | For Grades K-1 | From Love Surrounds Us
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© 2009 Within Tapestry of Faith, the role of music is to make our lives and our children’s lives more vibrant and connected to each other and to the universe. We do not need to be trained musicians to make our music come alive. Whether we are experienced singers or shower singers, we can make...Curriculum | By Nick Page | October 27, 2011 | From Making Music LiveTagged as: Arts & Music, Teaching Methods -
Twentieth Century Unitarian theologian James Luther Adams describes the five smooth stones of liberalism, a metaphor drawn from the David and Goliath story, in his essay “Guiding Principles for a Free Faith” found in On Being Human, Religiously (1976, Beacon Press). It can be found online at...October 27, 2011 | From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures -
I accept the universe! — Margaret Fuller The session focuses on the third Principle, "Everyone is accepted with love and compassion in our congregation." One of the unique characteristics of Unitarian Universalism is the diversity of beliefs within our congregations. We strive to make everyone...October 27, 2011 | For Grades K-1 | From Love Surrounds Us
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Take a few minutes to talk with your co-facilitator about how the workshop went, using these questions as a guide: What went well? What surprised us as facilitators? Amazed us? Challenged us? How did this workshop strengthen multigenerational community?...October 27, 2011 | From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures
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Dear Neighbor, Your family is important to us at (name of your congregation). We believe families are an important part of building strong communities. Several families worked together to make this puzzle for you. We hope that your family will put it together. The message it brings is from our...Leader Resource | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades K-1 | From Love Surrounds Us
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Unitarian Universalist Second Principle We believe all people should be treated fairly. Printing This Handout Download a high-resolution copy of this Handout (PDF) for printing.Handout | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades K-1 | From Love Surrounds Us -
As you prepare to facilitate this workshop, ask yourself the key questions: Who or what am I afraid of? What is courage? What helps me be brave? Reflect on how you might have answered these questions as an eight-year-old child, a fourteen year old youth, or a young adult making your way in the...October 27, 2011 | From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures
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"I don't want to go," said six-year-old Ruben, with his hands placed firmly on his hips. "Don't want to go where?" Ruben's dad, Nic, asked as he rolled back on his heels from where he was kneeling in the rose bed. "To the family playground picnic," Ruben said....Story | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades K-1 | From Love Surrounds UsTagged as: 3rd Principle (Acceptance & Spiritual Growth), Acceptance, Direct Experience, Diversity, Family, Growth, Identity, Love, Relationships, Respect, Worry -
Activity Minutes Welcoming and Entering 0 Opening 10 Activity 1: David and Goliath 15 Activity 2: Retelling the Story 15 Activity 3: What Gives Us Courage? 10 Activity 4: Explaining Small Group Options 5 Activity 5: Discussion — Option 1 20 Activity 6: Confronting Bullies Dramatization — Option...October 27, 2011 | From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures
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Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, Poster - Second Principle Crayons and/or color markers Preparation for Activity Copy Handout 1 for all participants. Set crayons/markers at work tables. Description of Activity Distribute the handout. Invite children to think about an...Activity | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades K-1 | From Love Surrounds Us
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Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Several large sheets of foam core Removable glue or sticky tack Photographs of participants' families and other congregational families Construction paper or adhesive letters Wall mounting materials Scissors Preparation for Activity Several weeks...Activity | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades K-1 | From Love Surrounds Us
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Activity time: 10 minutes Materials for Activity "Meditation on Breathing," Hymn 1009 in Singing the Journey, supplement to the Unitarian Universalist hymnbook, Singing the Living Tradition Preparation for Activity Memorize the meditation, which is a chant....Activity | October 27, 2011 | For Children, Grades K-1 | From Love Surrounds Us
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I do not pretend to understand the moral universe; the arc is a long one, my eyes reaches but little ways; I cannot calculate the curve and complete the figure by the experience of sight; I can divine it by conscience. And from what I see I am sure it bends towards justice. — Theodore Parker,...October 27, 2011 | From Wisdom from the Hebrew Scriptures