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I am neither Jew nor Gentile, Mahomedan nor Theist; I am but a member of the human family, and would accept of truth by whomsoever offered -- that truth which we can all find, if we will but seek—in things, not in words; in nature, not in human imagination; in our own hearts, not in temples made...Taking It Home | November 15, 2013 | For Families | From Building Bridges -
When one defines oneself as Pagan, it means she or he follows an earth or nature religion, one that sees the divine manifest in all creation. The cycles of nature are our holy days, the earth is our temple, its plants and creatures our partners and teachers....Taking It Home | November 15, 2013 | For Families | From Building Bridges
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Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Leader Resource 1, On the Altar Drawing paper and pencils, pens, and/or color markers Preparation for Activity Make and post a newsprint sign with this question: "What makes a good altar?" Place a few copies of Leader Resource 1, On the Altar, o...Activity | November 14, 2013 | For High School | From Building Bridges
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Spend time communing with nature to prepare for today's workshop. Is there a place outdoors that helps you feel renewed and strong? Go to that place. Focus on the journey before you and seek the strength you need to lead the workshop.November 14, 2013 | From Building Bridges
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When one defines oneself as Pagan, it means [they] follow[s] an earth or nature religion, one that sees the divine manifest in all creation. The cycles of nature are our holy days, the earth is our temple, its plants and creatures our partners and teachers....November 14, 2013 | From Building Bridges
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The first dictionary definition of "cult" is "a system of religious worship." In other words, by the first definition, all religions everywhere are cults. This is different, however, from the way the word is most commonly used today. The number of cult members worldwide changes radically based on...Leader Resource | November 14, 2013 | For High School | From Building Bridges
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Abusers can be hard to identify because at first they can be completely charming. Skilled at gaining people's trust, they often seem approachable, honest, generous, and kind, as they ease into people's lives and hearts. Slowly, though, things start to go terribly wrong. The abusive behavior...Handout | November 14, 2013 | For High School | From Building Bridges
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Activity time: 75 minutes Materials for Activity One episode of the MTV program If You Really Knew Me Computer with Internet access, projector, and screen Handout 1, What Makes a Cult? Preparation for Activity Choose an episode of If You Really Knew Me, an MTV series about Challenge Day, a...Activity | November 14, 2013 | For High School | From Building Bridges
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Activity time: 15 minutes Description of Activity Participants consider what might make a cult attractive to a prospective member and how they might intervene if a friend became involved with a cult-like group. Engage participants to recall the reasons a cult might be attractive to someone which...Activity | November 14, 2013 | For High School | From Building Bridges
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Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, What Makes a Cult? Optional: Cults/Religions poster the group created in the Welcoming and Entering activity Description of Activity Participants learn and discuss why some people might consider Unitarian Universalism to be a cult. Ask...Activity | November 14, 2013 | For High School | From Building Bridges
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Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice, candle, and lighter or LED/battery-operated candle Taking It Home handout Optional: Newsprint, markers, and tape Preparation for Activity Download, adapt, and copy Taking It Home for each participant. Optional: Write the closing words on...Activity | November 14, 2013 | For High School | From Building Bridges
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This workshop dealt with slippery subject matter: Discussion of cults can reveal people's prejudices, and the word "cult" is used in so many ways, it can be hard to reach a common understanding. Review the workshop with your co-leader: How did you navigate this complex landscape? Did participants...November 14, 2013 | From Building Bridges
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Materials for Activity The PBS American Experience documentary Jonestown: The Life and Death of Peoples Temple, either on DVD or online at http://topdocumentaryfilms.com/jonestown-the-life-and-death-of-peoples-… Documentary Film DVD player and monitor, or a computer with Internet connection,...Activity | November 14, 2013 | For High School | From Building Bridges
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Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Leader Resource 1, What Do Cults and Religions Do? Bowl or dish to hold folded slips Glue stick or tape Preparation for Activity Prepare a large sheet of newsprint according to the Poster Guide at the bottom of Leader Resource 1....Activity | November 14, 2013 | For High School | From Building Bridges
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Not all cult practices are dangerous, and not all cults degenerate to tragic ends....November 14, 2013 | From Building Bridges
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When theology erodes and organization crumbles, when the institutional framework of religion begins to break up, the search for a direct experience which people can feel to be religious facilitates the rise of cults. — Daniel Bell, sociologist Introduction This workshop introduces the topic of...November 14, 2013 | From Building Bridges
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When theology erodes and organization crumbles, when the institutional framework of religion begins to break up, the search for a direct experience which people can feel to be religious facilitates the rise of cults. — Daniel Bell, sociologist IN TODAY'S WORKSHOP......Taking It Home | November 14, 2013 | For Families | From Building Bridges
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Cut each statement into strips. 1. Nothing could be worse than the fear that one had given up too soon, and left one unexpended effort that might have saved the world. - Jane Addams 2....Handout | November 6, 2013 | For Adults | From Spirit in Practice -
Dig for the seeds of character with the NEW Session 13, in the 6th grade "Amazing Grace" Tapestry of Faith curriculum for 6th grade!Curriculum | By Richard S. Kimball | October 28, 2013 | For Children, Grade 6, Middle School | From Amazing GraceTagged as: Children's Faith Development, Ethics, Meaning, Unitarian Universalism -
What tools does Unitarian Universalism offer for the challenges of life? In this program, children discover what aspects of UU faith are helpful to them, developing a toolbox of faith.Curriculum | By Katie Covey | October 26, 2013 | For Children, Grades 4-5 | From Toolbox of Faith