By Craig Hirshberg, Melanie Davis, Richard Bellingham, Stephanie Haymaker

Developed in response to Unitarian Universalist adults’ desire to build strong relationships and our congregations’ desire to meet that need, the eleven workshops of Principled Commitment provide avenues for growing in faith while nourishing committed partnership. Each workshop connects one of the Unitarian Universalist Association’s seven Principles with a broad principle, quality, or attribute that participants can cultivate in their relationship.

Acknowledgments
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The developmental editors wish to express their heartfelt appreciation for the team of colleagues and consultants who helped bring this project to fruition: assistants Barbara Gifford and Rachael Brown, project manager Adrianne Ross, technology consultant Margy Levine Young, adult development...
Introduction
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The Program In this generous world, love will come our way now and then. But if we do not plant the love that we have in the firm soil of living relationship, we may be in danger of supposing that it will grow on its own, without our nurture or our small acts of concern. Therefore, let us tend to...
Preface
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Developed in response to Unitarian Universalist adults' desire to build strong relationships and our congregations' desire to meet that need, the eleven workshops of Principled Commitment provide avenues for growing in faith while nourishing committed partnership....
Program Structure
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Principled Commitment consists of eleven two-hour workshops, including a celebratory closure. These workshops can be offered one or two at a time over a period of weeks. The workshops can also be combined and presented during one or two weekend retreats. Keep in mind, however, that the condensed...
Leader Guidelines
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Experienced workshop leaders will no doubt have their own tried and true techniques, but first-time leaders may benefit from the following suggestions: Understand your role. This is an opportunity for you to inspire personal growth within yourself and among workshop participants....
Implementation
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The following suggestions are offered to ease the implementation of this program. Each congregation has its own process, so use whichever suggestions are applicable to your situation. Gain approval. Many congregations have decision-making processes that govern adult program offerings....
Before You Start Principled Commitment
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Download the curriculum. If you have not already done so, go to the Principled Commitment web page and scroll to the bottom of the page, where you will find links and directions for downloading Principled Commitment to your computer. Edit the curriculum and handouts to suit your needs....
Facilitator Feedback Form
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We welcome your critique of this program, as well as your suggestions. Thank you for your feedback! Your input improves programs for all of our congregations....
Participant Feedback Form
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We welcome your critique of this program, as well as your suggestions. Thank you for your feedback! Your input improves programs for all of our congregations....
Principles and Sources
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There are seven principles which Unitarian Universalist congregations covenant to affirm and promote: The inherent worth and dignity of every person; Justice, equity, and compassion in human relations; Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations; A free an...
Workshop 1: Covenant
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Workshop 2: Humility
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Workshop 3: Trust
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Workshop 4: Dignity
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Workshop 5: Generosity
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Workshop 6: Connection
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Workshop 7: Play
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Workshop 8: Collaboration
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Workshop 9: Commitment
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Workshop 10: Love
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Workshop 11: Faith And Celebration
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Handouts in Principled Commitment
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Leader Resources in Principled Commitment
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